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JAVA SEA

YogyakartaBorobudur

Denpasar

Labuan Bajo

INDIAN OCEAN

SINGAPORE

INDONESIA

SUMATRA

Jimbaran Bay

JAVA

UbudBALI

KOMODOISLAND

WEST NUSA TENGGARA

BORNEO

SULAWESI

Maximum Elevation: 1,968 ft.

1. ARRIVE SINGAPORETour begins: 6:00 PM. A transfer is included from Singapore’s Changi International Airport to the historic Raffles Hotel Singapore, a landmark of colonial elegance since it opened in 1887; declared a National Monument by the Singapore government, the hotel has just reopened after a meticulous restoration worthy of its iconic reputation as one of the city’s most luxurious retreats. During its 131-year reign, it has witnessed Singapore’s early colonial era, the Japanese Occupation in World War II, and Singapore’s independence as an island city-state. Join us for a private welcome reception and dinner in this legendary setting tonight with a taste of the hotel’s famous Singapore Sling. Meals D

SINGAPORE SIGHTS, GEMS OF JAVA, BALI HIGHS AND KOMODO GIANTS combine

with stays in luxurious exotic resorts to make this small group adventure culturally enriching in every way. Go back to the future in sophisticated

Singapore... discover jeweled palaces and sandstone temples in Borobudur... overnight in Yogyakarta for dinner and a ballet performance at

10th-century Prambanan Temple... experience the beauty and blessings of Bali at a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud... take a private boat ride to a

Komodo island for a walk amidst dragons found nowhere else... and find bliss as you cast your kites and cares to the wind in Bali’s Jimbaran Bay.

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KINGDOMS & DRAGONS: SINGAPORE TO BALI Prambanan Temple

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JAVA SEA

YogyakartaBorobudur

Denpasar

Labuan Bajo

INDIAN OCEAN

SINGAPORE

INDONESIA

SUMATRA

Jimbaran Bay

JAVA

UbudBALI

KOMODOISLAND

WEST NUSA TENGGARA

BORNEO

SULAWESI

Maximum Elevation: 1,968 ft.

Gardens by the Bay

2. SINGAPORE SIGHTSAlways a surprise to first time visitors, Singapore blends tradition with technology, evoking images of a futuristic and efficient Jetson-style setting with a nostalgic nod to its storied past. Explore the sights, past and present, on a drive through the city with an informative guide, stopping at a private house for lunch with your local host. Learn what it’s like to live in this modern city-state, governed by rules and regulations that make this one of the lowest crime, most scrupulously run destinations in the world, then embark on a traditional bumboat ride back in time as you cruise along the Singapore River. This evening is on your own as you experience a taste of Singapore at night. Meals BL

3. FUTURISTIC GARDENS BY THE BAYStart the day with a lecture by a local expert before embarking on a visit to themed gardens “where wonder blooms” in a 250-acre fantasy land of space age biodomes, high-tech Supertrees and whimsical sculptures. Your guided tour includes time to wander amidst flowers that

Traveling Well Includes…• Allsmallgroups;nomorethan24guests

• ThreenightsatRafflesHotelSingapore;lunchataprivatehouseandaGardensbytheBayvisit

• TwonightsatAmanjiwo,withavisittoBorobudurTemple,thelargestBuddhisttempleintheworld

• AnovernightstayinYogyakartaincludingaspecialsunsetdinnerandballetshowatthePrambananTempleandavisittoasultan’spalace

• ThreenightsinUbudatMandapa,aRitz-CarltonReserve,withaMonkeyForestvisit,avillagewalk,atempleblessingandachoiceofacookingclass,anartmuseumvisitoraricefieldshike

• TwonightsatabeachfrontresortintheKomodoIslandswithaboatride,dragonwalkandpicnic

• TwonightsataFourSeasonsResortinJimbaranBaywithkiteflyingandavisittoaclifftoptemple

• Fouron-tourflightsincluded

• 30meals,airporttransfersasnoted,gratuitiestolocalguides,servicecharges,admissionfees,taxes&porterage

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thrive in dry Mediterranean climates around the world in the Garden Dome and through rainforest vegetation in its tropical Cloud Forest complete with a waterfall. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the gardens on your own or returning to your hotel in the heart of the city. Easy to navigate, Singapore is a compact city with an array of fascinating ethnic neighborhoods, designer boutiques and a legendary street food and restaurant scene tempting with culinary creations difficult to resist. Meals B

4. FLY TO THE ISLAND OF JAVA IN INDONESIAA morning flight brings you to another world when you land in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Step off the plane into a cultural hub of puppetry, arts, sandstone temples and jeweled palaces that speak volumes about the soul city of Indonesia. Visit the royal sultan palace in the kraton, effectively a walled city with shops, cottage industries and mosques, where the sultan and his family live today. After lunch at a local restaurant, drive through the countryside to Magelang in central Java, where your hotel offers views of the world’s largest Buddhist temple. Meals BLD

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7. FLY TO BALI, AN ISLAND PARADISEFly early this morning to a Balinese island paradise steeped in flowered blessings and spectacular natural beauty. Touch down for a drive to Ubud in the middle of the island, stopping for lunch in a local restaurant and a visit to the Ubud Monkey Forest in the village of Padangtegal. Arrive at your tranquil Ritz-Carlton resort late this afternoon where dinner tonight is included at your leisure. Meals BLD

8. VILLAGE LIFE & A BLESSING IN UBUDExperience a taste of daily life in one of the prettiest places on Earth as you embark on a walking tour of the Subak Guliang Village. See how its residents live as your guide shares anecdotes about the local customs and culture. Lunch in the village is overlooking the rice fields that blanket the landscapes here and is followed by a blessing and rituals performed by the priest of the temple you’ll visit. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy. Meals BL

9. DISCOVER A TASTE OF UBUD, YOUR WAY!Accompany a local chef on a visit to the village market this morning, where baskets of fruits, vegetables and flower petals are replaced by works of art in the afternoon, before your choice of activities. Learn how to cook traditional Balinese recipes during a cooking class or visit an art museum and attend a talk on Balinese art. This afternoon you may choose to hike through the rice fields with a local guide who shares insights about the landscapes you’ll see or relax as you wish. The evening is at leisure. Meals BL

Ubud Monkey Forest

5. BOROBUDUR TEMPLESunrise is an extraordinary time to take in the 1,200-year grandeur of Borobudur, a colossal Buddhist temple whose resilience equals its longstanding legacy as a mountain of a thousand statues. Join us at dawn as we visit this 9th-century wonder, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for treasures untold. Its sculpted bas-relief panels depict the teachings of the Buddha and are allegedly designed to guide “the faithful” on a journey of spiritual enlightenment. Return to the hotel for breakfast, then climb aboard a horse cart as you explore Candirejo village, stopping to meet the locals. Spend the afternoon as you wish, before joining us for a private lecture about the historic kingdoms of Java. Dinner at your hotel is a special affair tonight, featuring traditional entertainment and Indonesian specialties. Meals BLD

6. YOGYAKARTA & PRAMBANAN TEMPLEEnjoy a leisurely morning before driving to your hotel in Yogyakarta, renowned as a center of traditional arts and cultural heritage. Ride a rickshaw from your hotel this afternoon through streets lined with art, galleries and cultural attractions everywhere you look to the Taman Sari Water Palace, meaning perfumed garden. The site of an 18th-century royal garden and bathing complex built to please the sultan, the 12,600-acre grounds include water gardens, ponds and artificial lakes, along with 59 different buildings, some connected by underground tunnels. Continue to Prambanan Temple, built in the 10th century; a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is the largest temple compound dedicated to the Hindu deity, Shiva, in Indonesia. Your visit sparkles with a special dinner and a ballet show that comes to life through more than 200 professional dancers and musicians who perform on an open-air stage with the temples as a backdrop. Meals BLD

Four Seasons Resort Bali

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Komodo dragon

10. FLY TO FLORES ISLANDSpend the morning at leisure and have lunch at a local restaurant in Bali. An afternoon flight brings you to the island of Flores for a two-night stay at a secluded seaside resort nestled in a quiet cove on Waecicu Beach and a boat ride away from the island in Komodo National Park where the famous dragons roam. You have a choice of ways to spend the afternoon. Luxuriate in the natural beauty and amenities of your island idyll, including swimming and snorkeling, or join a local guide for a visit to the fishing town of Labuan Bajo. Everyone meets up for a sundowner and barbecue dinner on the beach where you will be introduced to traditional music and dance. Meals BLD

11. BOAT RIDE TO THE LAND OF THE DRAGONSHop aboard a motorboat for a ride across the bay to Komodo National Park and the island home of the giant Komodo dragons. Your local guide will lead you down paths to see these rare lizards in their natural habitat, providing insights about their behavior and pointing out the wildlife that share the landscapes with them. You may spot horses, buffalo, deer, wild boar, snakes and monkeys along the way. Board your boat again for a ride to an isolated tropical island for a picnic lunch and time at leisure for swimming and snorkeling. The evening is free. Meals BLD

12. FLY BACK TO BALIFly back to Bali for a two-night stay at the Four Seasons Resort in Jimbaran Bay. For many, this part of Bali is paradise found. It’s a land of jeweled beaches, forested mountain slopes, emerald hued, mangroved bays and tiered terraces adorned with rice and flowers as far as the eye can see. Check into the hotel and join us for a favorite island pastime, kite flying. The local youth will share tips and techniques with you as you take over the reins of your very own kite. Enjoy a sundowner and traditional Balinese Kecak dance performance this evening. Meals B

13. CLIFFTOP ULUWATU TEMPLETemples play an important role in life on Bali. This morning’s visit to clifftop Uluwatu Temple helps you understand why. Watch out for the monkeys as you gaze out at the views 230 feet above the sea. After time at leisure, join us for our farewell dinner tonight. Meals BD

14. JOURNEY HOMETour ends: Denpasar. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included to I Gusti Ngurah Rai Int’l airport from the Four Seasons Resort Bali. Allow three hours for check-in. Meals B

14 DAYS from $10,990* Includes On-Tour Air(13 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches & 8 Dinners)

BEGINS SINGAPOREMay 18 Jun1,29 Jul 13, 27 Aug 10, 24 Sep7 Oct5

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All small group departures with a maximum of 24 guests ensure a more intimate trip.

PRICE PER PERSON

On-tour air included (4 flights)

*International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air for travel originating in the US (subject to availability).

Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights before or after your tour and about our Guest Protection Product.

Note: For activities marked with an asterisk (*), participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required. To enjoy this tour’s itinerary, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. This itinerary cannot accommodate oxygen tanks, wheelchairs, or motorized scooters. Consult the personalized documents that will be sent to you after booking for packing instructions.

FINE HOTELS / GREAT LOCATIONSNight 1-3 RAFFLESHOTELSINGAPORE SingaporeNight 4,5 AMANJIWO Borobudur, IndonesiaNight 6 THEPHOENIXHOTEL Yogyakarta, Indonesia YOGYAKARTA–MGALLERY BYSOFITELNight 7-9 MANDAPA, Ubud, Bali

ARITZ-CARLTONRESERVENight 10,11 PLATARANKOMODO Labuan Bajo, Indonesia RESORT&SPANight 12,13 FOURSEASONSRESORTBALI Jimbaran Bay, Bali

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May–June28;October*LAND PRICE + ON-TOUR AIR (4 flights) = TOTAL PER PERSON

Double $10,290 + $700 = $10,990 Single $14,119 + $700 = $14,819 Triple $9653 + $700 = $10,353

June29–September*LAND PRICE + ON-TOUR AIR (4 flights) = TOTAL PER PERSON

Double $10,890 + $700 = $11,590 Single $14,845 + $700 = $15,545 Triple $9796 + $700 = $10,496