An Overland Journey in Java

You'll start off with a short bicycle ride through the narrow lanes of Kotagede to visit an artisan baker, where you can sample some kembang waru - a type of cookie only made and sold in Kotagede. Cycle on to the central market, to explore the bustling alleys and towers of colourful produce before peddling on to visit the oldest mosque in the Yogyakarta region, dating back to 1575.

Leave your trusty bicycle for a while, as you take a walking tour through the labyrinth alleyways of Kota Gede, weaving between the traditional Kalang architecture of the village, as well as Javanese and Colonial style buildings.

After lunch, arts 'n' crafty types will love the village of Giriloyo, which is an artisan Batik village - Javanese Batik is even UNESCO listed. Another UNESCO listed Indonesian heritage is the Keris dagger, which dates back to the 8th and you'll visit the village of Banyusumurup where the intricate sheaths for keris daggers are created. Here, you'll have the chance to take tea with one of the most revered keris artisans in Java, and learn all about this ancient art.

The last stop for today will be the village of Kasongan, which is home to a group of 'kundis' (potters), who craft earthenware jugs. This is a great place to pick up a souvenir directly from the artisans, too.

Borobudur is the largest Buddhist Temple in the world and a true work of art. The Stupa is constructed from thousands of volcanic and river stone blocks which were assembled by hand over 75 years back in the 9th century. The carvings of Borobudur tell the story of Ramayana over ten levels and circumambulations of the ten levels of Borobudur will allow you to follow the story chronologically, with help from your expert guide, of course.

Next up, visit the market near to Borobudur, which is at its busiest in the morning, as the local people come to buy and sell their produce.

Continue on to explore the smaller temples of Pawon and Mendut, both of which are older than Borobudur before gaining an insight into Javanese village life in Candijero. You'll travel along small lanes by traditional 'dokar' (horse and cart) lined with traditional houses and stop to see village activities such as making cassava crackers and harvesting and drying chillies.

The rest of the day is at leisure to relax, and catch up on some zzz's.

After all of your early starts we've left this afternoon free to relax. However, if you would like to explore with a local guide, head to the Arab quarter and walk the maze-like streets to the biggest Mosque in Surabaya, Al-Akbar. Whilst out and about you can also spot the statues, which are sprinkled around the city in a celebration of independence and bring life to the nickname appointed to Surabaya, 'City of Heroes'.

Our favourite hotel is located 6000ft above sea level, making for incredible views all around. Grab your camera, a book and a drink and relax on one of the benches scattered around the property. Get an early night tonight, as you'll be up pre-dawn tomorrow!

Watching the sun come up over the horizon, as light spreads across the volcanic landscape, sea of sand and cone of Mount Bromo, is an unforgettable sight.

Return to your hotel for breakfast before continuing your journey east by train. You will have a private transfer to the train station 90 minutes away to board the train to Bangyuwangi, four hours away. A guide will meet you at the arrival station for your hotel transfer of thirty minutes. The evening is at leisure to relax.

On your way you'll pass flip-flop clad miners, carrying heavy loads of acid yellow sulphurous rock from the large turquoise Crater Lake. Upon reaching the crater rim, marvel at the magnificent view across the vivid turquoise lake and steaming volcanic vents.

Return to your hotel for breakfast before packing up and beginning the journey to Bali for some R&R. The drive to the port take just 30 minutes, from where you will board the public ferry to Bali - a journey of around one hour. Your beach retreat is just 40 minutes along the coast, located in the heart of a national park. Settle in aaaaaand relax.

The resort's trained staff will cater to your riding ability and take you out on a beautiful trek after the heat of the midday sun has passed. You will be treated to spectacular views of the forest and beach, whilst listening to a commentary provided by experts.

Spend an unforgettable day exploring the coral gardens and dramatic reef walls housing a vast range of marine life. Visibility is excellent, so you'll be able to spot plenty of marine life including seahorses and reef sharks for a lucky few.

For relaxation, perhaps visit the Mangrove spa for a dreamy massage in an open air lagoon side bale. Those of a more active disposition could opt to trek or cycle through the park in search of birdlife, monkeys and Menjangan Deer, kayak through the mangrove forest or swim from the jetty in crystalline ocean waters.