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Asia – Indonesia

Indonesia

Aboard the Orion

Overview

Rice paddy, Indonesia

Dates Oct 18 — Oct 31, 2009

DEPARTURE DATES FOR SIMILAR TRIPS:Sep 16 — Sep 29, 2009

Activity Level Moderately active

Join us to discover the amazing array of islands that make up the Indonesian archipelago. Beginning in Singapore, cruise aboard the elegant Orion to Java, Bali, and the islands of Sumba and Sumbawa. Learn about the sandalwood trade and see megalithic tombs on Sumba; visit traditional villages and admire crafts on Sumbawa; and discover Java’s vast, ancient stone temple of Borobudur. Swim and snorkel in the clear waters off Satonda, cruise by Krakatau Island to see the remnants of a massive volcanic eruption, and visit Komodo Island, where rare Komodo dragons are found in the wild. Enjoy special dance and music performances, and marvel at dramatic scenery, from steaming volcanoes to emerald-green rice fields. Conclude the journey in exotic Bali, a lush tropical paradise.
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Map

Indonesia program map

Itinerary

  • Days 1 & 2 - U.S. / Singapore
  • Day 3 – Singapore / Bmbark
  • Day 4 – At Sea
  • Day 5 – At Sea / Krakatau
  • Day 6 – Jakarta / Surakarta
  • Day 7 – Yogyakarta / Semarang
  • Day 8 – At Sea
  • Day 9 – Sumbawa and Satonda
  • Day 10 – Sumba
  • Day 11 – Komodo
  • Day 12 – Padangbai, Bali
  • Day 13 – Benoa / Disembark / U.S.
Indonesian wood carving

Highlights

  • Experience natural Indonesia: white sand beaches, coral reefs, and forests filled with butterflies and birds.
  • Discover remote island cultures, reachable only by ship, where few Westerners have ever visited.
  • Marvel at the massive, volcanic peaks of Bali’s Gunung Agung and notorious Krakatau, which exploded in 1883.
  • Ponder the ancient civilizations behind the astounding stone temples of Borobudur and Prambanan.
  • Admire traditional crafts, from batik and ikat to shadow puppets; and enjoy traditional dances and gamelan orchestra performances.

    • Post-Tour Extension

    Ubud, Bali
    October 31-November 3, 2009

    A three-night extension in Ubud, a lovely Balinese town and renowned center for fine arts, dance, and music, will be available. Details and rates will be sent to confirmed participants.

    Program Leaders

    Terry Gosliner

    Terry Gosliner

    Terry Gosliner, the Senior Curator of Invertebrate Zoology at the California Academy of Sciences, studies the evolution, biodiversity, and conservation of nudibranchs (sea slugs). With the ocean as his living lab, Gosliner has discovered several new species.

    Sponsors

    The American Museum of Natural History
    California Academy of Sciences
    National Trust for Historic Preservation
    Princeton Alumni

    Accommodations

    Cruise Ship

    The <em>Orion</em>

    The Orion

    Technically and aesthetically, the 106-passenger, 5-star luxury expedition ship Orion is arguably the most sophisticated vessel in its class. Launched in 2003, the Orion has atotal of 53 spacious staterooms (27 suites, 220-345 sq.ft., and 26 staterooms, 175-210 sq.ft.)with ocean views, a separate seating area, en suite marble bathroom, generous storage space, safe, refrigerator, and flat-screen TV with DVD/CD player. All staterooms feature choice of queen-size or twin-bed configuration. Nine suites feature private French balconies.

    Program Rates

    Airfare

    Airfare is not included in the program rates. Please call for assistance with your travel arrangements for this program.

    Program Rates

    From $11,990 per person, double occupancy

    Post-Tour Extension

    Ubud, Bali
    October 31-November 3, 2009