Budget Roundtrip Journey from Jakarta to Morocco by Bus, Train, and Ship

Day 1: Jakarta to Sumatra

Jakarta, Indonesia on April 16, 2025

8:00AM

Bus from Jakarta to Merak

Start your journey taking a public bus from Jakarta to the port town of Merak as the first leg towards Sumatra.
IDR200000, 5 hours

1:00PM

Ferry from Merak to Bakauheni

Board the ferry from Merak to Bakauheni across Sunda Strait to reach Sumatra island.
IDR30000, 2 hours

4:00PM

Train from Bakauheni to Palembang

Take an economical train from Bakauheni heading to Palembang, allowing a scenic introduction to Sumatra.
IDR150000, 6 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at local Palembang eatery

Try Pempek, a local fish cake specialty, at a popular affordable restaurant to kick off your culinary journey.
IDR50000, 1 hour
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Day 2: Exploring Palembang

Palembang, Indonesia on April 17, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at local warung

Enjoy a traditional Indonesian breakfast like Nasi Uduk at a local street food stall open from early morning.
IDR30000, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Ampera Bridge

Explore this iconic landmark and riverside area offering cultural views and budget-friendly local shops.
IDR0, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch with Pempek

Relish authentic Pempek again at a highly rated budget spot near the bridge.
IDR40000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Bus to Bandar Lampung

Travel by bus from Palembang towards Bandar Lampung, preparing for next ship segment.
IDR100000, 5 hours

7:00PM

Simple diner in Bandar Lampung

Try local Lampung cuisine like Seruit soup at an affordable local place.
IDR50000, 1 hour
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Day 3: Ship to Singapore

Bandar Lampung to Singapore on April 18, 2025

8:00AM

Board cargo/merchant ship to Singapore

Catch a budget-friendly cargo or merchant ship route from Bandar Lampung or nearby harbor to Singapore, a feasible but longer option for sea travel.
IDR2000000, 3 days
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Day 6: Explore Singapore

Singapore on April 21, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Maxwell Food Centre

Try economical local dishes like chicken rice in this affordable hawker center open from early morning.
IDR70000, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Gardens by the Bay

Explore spacious indoor and outdoor gardens offering free and paid areas, perfect for cost-conscious tourists.
IDR0-50000, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Chinatown Food Street

Enjoy low-cost diverse dishes in the bustling Chinatown area.
IDR70000, 1 hour

3:00PM

Prepare for next sea journey

Rest and organize documents to catch the next ship towards the Middle East.
IDR0, Rest of the day
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Day 7: Ship to Middle East

Singapore to UAE on April 22, 2025

8:00AM

Board ship bound for UAE port

Embark on an economical long-haul ship voyage from Singapore to a port city in the UAE, such as Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
IDR4000000, 10 days
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Day 17: UAE to Morocco

Dubai, UAE on May 2, 2025

9:00AM

Train and bus travel towards Morocco

Use budget trains and buses across countries such as Egypt, Libya, then into Morocco, carefully planning visa and border crossings, a challenging but economical land route.
IDR500000, 15 days
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Day 20: Arrival Morocco

Casablanca, Morocco on May 5, 2025

12:00PM

Lunch at local Moroccan café

Try traditional Moroccan Tagine at an affordable café in Casablanca.
IDR60000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Casablanca Medina

Wander through the maze-like medina for unique artisan crafts and local culture at no cost except for purchases you choose.
IDR0, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Rick's Café

Enjoy a budget-friendly dinner inspired by the famous film, fitting within your remaining budget to experience local ambiance.
IDR100000, 1.5 hours
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Day 21: Return Trip Start

Casablanca, Morocco on May 6, 2025

9:00AM

Prepare for return journey

Rest and start planning the backward route by bus, train, and ship to Jakarta, ensuring visa and travel requirements are in order.
IDR0, Full day
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