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This post is about traveling to Singapore, Java & Bali in Indonesia via Johar Bahru in Malaysia with a detailed plan.
I was first inspired to travel on my own, by a colleague of mine, when he told me that he had a solo tour to Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket with another family. His advice and experience helped me in going forward to plan my first trip to Malaysia with my family of four.
Our first solo travel was to Malaysia, on April 2013, from Kolkata to Kuala-Lumpur and back by cheap International flight - Air Asia. Our next solo International tour was also by AirAsia to Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket in Thailand using information gathered from the net and without any help of travel agents. We want to share these experiences and the tour details later in our follow-up posts as we have now started to plan for a visit to Indonesia and Singapore via Malaysia again in March 2018. Here I want to share with you about how I proceeded in planning our trip to Singapore, Java & Bali in Indonesia via Johar Bahru of Malaysia.
AirAsia, the best low-cost airline introduced its Johor Bahru hub (2nd biggest city in Malaysia) to its first route to Kolkata, India on 22 August 2017. The new Johor Bahru-Kolkata route is set to commence operations on 28 November 2017. I saw an advertisement on 23 August 2017 that AirAsia is offering all-in-fares from Rs.3000 (RM199) one way on airasia.com from now to 28 August 2017 for the travel period between 28 November 2017 and 28 August 2018. This promotional fare Rs.2200 is also available for the return journey to travel to Johor Bahru from Kolkata. I had to go for it, as this was a very lucrative offer but with a risk of no cancellation of the flight tickets.
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At the end of January 2018, I received an e-mail from AirAsia that my recent booking now stands cancelled by AirAsia on grounds that they will be suspending all flights from Kolkata (CCU) to Johor Bahru (JHB) with effect from 3rd February 2018. Another non-refundable booking of mine from JHB to Surabaya (SUB) dated 18/03/2018 still stands confirmed. To add to this I have also booked other connecting flights and hotels to apply for tourist visa.
Then I wanted to reroute my travel plan via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to JBH and regretted by customer support team because of that e-mail stated that, “Reroute via KUL within 14 calendar days from the original departure date without additional cost and subject to seat availability”, subject: “URGENT: AirAsia Flight Cancellation Notice”. Just think, they may provide ticket only before 14 days of original departure and if the seat is available means no guaranty to travel. I had a live chat with AirAsia customer executive Aliff Didii, Bin Abidin and Taruna requested them to reroute my flight via Kuala Lumpur (KUL), with the onward journey dated 17/03/2018 and return on 27/03/2018 and try to convince them that I have no fault in this case. A request was started with case number 01618601, but it stood closed without informing me about the proceedings or without any solution.
Then we all are feeling hopeless and try to search the remedy about that problem and post our problem in social media "Twitter" with @AirAsiaSupport.
I Found a notice on website of AirAsia that as per the policy of Air Asia policy if a flight is cancelled-
"We are fully aware that reschedules / cancellations not only disrupt our guests' travel plans, it affects our on-time performance too. However, just like any other airline, sometimes flights are cancelled for various reasons. In the event cancellation is unavoidable, guests can either:
1. Travel on the next available flight without additional charges;” etc.
So I requested them again mentioning all these points through the online support of AirAsia want to confirm our rerouted journey as soon as possible otherwise it would make a very bad impression about AirAsia service and to add to it I would face a huge monitory loss.
Then only support team are turning to us to resolve our case positively to save their reputation and ask our reroute travel plan on 4th February 2018. Finally, we got rerouted travel itinerary on 9th Feb 2018 after sending several emails. So always be careful about that and if you have not any fault use the power of social media.
Our reroute journey tickt
Our Travel plan briefing:
At the end of January 2018, I received an e-mail from AirAsia that my recent booking now stands cancelled by AirAsia on grounds that they will be suspending all flights from Kolkata (CCU) to Johor Bahru (JHB) with effect from 3rd February 2018. Another non-refundable booking of mine from JHB to Surabaya (SUB) dated 18/03/2018 still stands confirmed. To add to this I have also booked other connecting flights and hotels to apply for tourist visa.
Then I wanted to reroute my travel plan via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to JBH and regretted by customer support team because of that e-mail stated that, “Reroute via KUL within 14 calendar days from the original departure date without additional cost and subject to seat availability”, subject: “URGENT: AirAsia Flight Cancellation Notice”. Just think, they may provide ticket only before 14 days of original departure and if the seat is available means no guaranty to travel. I had a live chat with AirAsia customer executive Aliff Didii, Bin Abidin and Taruna requested them to reroute my flight via Kuala Lumpur (KUL), with the onward journey dated 17/03/2018 and return on 27/03/2018 and try to convince them that I have no fault in this case. A request was started with case number 01618601, but it stood closed without informing me about the proceedings or without any solution.
Then we all are feeling hopeless and try to search the remedy about that problem and post our problem in social media "Twitter" with @AirAsiaSupport.
I Found a notice on website of AirAsia that as per the policy of Air Asia policy if a flight is cancelled-
"We are fully aware that reschedules / cancellations not only disrupt our guests' travel plans, it affects our on-time performance too. However, just like any other airline, sometimes flights are cancelled for various reasons. In the event cancellation is unavoidable, guests can either:
1. Travel on the next available flight without additional charges;” etc.
So I requested them again mentioning all these points through the online support of AirAsia want to confirm our rerouted journey as soon as possible otherwise it would make a very bad impression about AirAsia service and to add to it I would face a huge monitory loss.
Then only support team are turning to us to resolve our case positively to save their reputation and ask our reroute travel plan on 4th February 2018. Finally, we got rerouted travel itinerary on 9th Feb 2018 after sending several emails. So always be careful about that and if you have not any fault use the power of social media.
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Our Travel plan briefing:
Preliminarily we select few dates in March 2018 to travel from Kolkata to Johor Bahru(arrive next day morning) and 10 days gap for our return journey in March 2018. We plan to take a connecting Air Asia international flight from Johor Bahru to Surabaya in Java, Indonesia on the same day of arrival and move from Surabaya to Mount Bromo which is one of the best active volcanoes in Indonesia via Probolinggo City in East Java. Next day from Bromo, move to Bali in Indonesia by Road and Boat. We then plan to fly to Singapore from Bali on 5th day of our tour by Scoot Air of Indonesia.
We communicated with our friends and relatives to join us on our trip, but they were not in a position to take quick decision to purchase air ticket so early or it was hard for them to believe about the genuineness of the promotion as ticket prices were damn cheap.
We communicated with our friends and relatives to join us on our trip, but they were not in a position to take quick decision to purchase air ticket so early or it was hard for them to believe about the genuineness of the promotion as ticket prices were damn cheap.
So we spent two days to communicate with each other and found that promotional offers are not available all the days. Finally we selected to depart from Kolkata and back to Kolkata for 11 nights and our round trip from Johor Bahru, Malayasia to same Airport will be total 10 days. We booked our round trip (both way) tickets on 24 August 2017 night, only with Rs.21996 = USD 341 for all 4 adults including all taxes and charges with Add-one checked baggage for Rs.1200. Cabin baggage 7kg per ticket is free of cost.
Yes, we know that this is non-refundable but who will bother when a normal single round trip ticket for a direct flight is Rs.25000 approx. (total one lakh for four) and one stop flight is Rs.17500 from Kolkata to Singapore.
Our next task was to purchase an air ticket for Indonesia and back, after finalizing our travel schedule and found that promotional offer of MYR 159 was not available and it is now available at 209MYR (Myanmar Ringgit) from Johar Bahru to Surabaya. From Bali to Singapore flight cost was 600,000 IDR (Indonesian Rupiah)=Rs.2878(INR) also increased to 1,100,000 IDR on the 30 August Night. After searching we found an alternative Indonesian airline Scoot Air to offer air ticket from Bali to Singapore at 7199,900 IDR per head. So we purchased flight ticket from AirAsia for Surabaya of Java on 9 September 2017 by 868MYR = Rs.13326(INR) and from Scoot Air for Bali to Singapore at Rs.15,732 = 3,099,600IDR for all 4 adults inclusive of all.
Simultaneously we booked our hotels using Booking.com or Agoda.com to pay hotel charges at the hotel at the time of stay, without any previous booking cost. They need only your International Debit or Credit card no. to deduct money if you do not avail it without prior cancellation. There is no risk or loss involved in booking hotels beforehand as all booking are “Cancellation Free” till 7days before the date of your stay.
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We spent 15 further days to finalize our detailed travel itinerary for four adult members.
After searching through various websites I found many “must see places”. I tried to accommodate as much as possible within our short time-frame and have finalized our tour itinerary as follows:
- Day 1: Start from N.S.C.Bose International Airport, Kolkata last night at 11:40 PM to Senai International Airport, Johor Bahru on 6:25AM.
- Day 1 & 2: Stay in hotel near Johor Bahru City Center (just beside the border river of Singapore) and explore Johor Bahru.
- Day 3: Checkout from hotel at 7:30AM & Travel from Senai International Airport, Johor Bahru to Juanda International Airport (T2), Surabaya, 10:20 AM to 12:00 (noon). Then move to Cemoro Lawang town of East Java near Mount Bromo which is one of the best active volcanoes in Indonesia via Probolinggo City in East Java at evening and stay at the hotel.
- Day 4: Move to Sunrise point or King Kong Hill through jeep probably at 4 AM and back to the hotel via Mount Bromo probably at 8 AM. Then move towards Bali through bus after taking breakfast. We have to cross the river from Java to Bali through Boat in between our journey. Booked to Stay 3 nights near airport of Bali.
- Day 5: 7:30AM morning go to scuba diving to explore underwater world for full day tour. Explore city and local food in the evening.
- Day 6: Beach City tour of Bali.
- Day 7: Checkout from the hotel after breakfast and travel from Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar Bali to Changi Airport (T2) of Singapore at 10:40AM to 01:20 PM. Then move to a hotel at Dunlop Street, Little India, 209356 Singapore. In the evening Walk to Bugis and move to Singapore Night Safari sightseeing.
- Day 8: Visit the Botanical Gardens in the morning before heading out to Sentosa Island and Marina Bay. Then move to Universal Studios Singapore, certainly a must-see in Singapore.
- Day 9: Visit the S.E.A. Aquarium (South East Asia Aquarium) was the world's largest aquarium until overtaken by Chimelong Ocean Kingdom in Hengqin, China by total water volume. The centrepiece of the Aquarium is the Open Ocean tank with 50,000 animals, which is intended to give visitors the feeling of being on the ocean floor.
- Day 10: Visit Singapore Chinatown follow the Indian Chamber of Commerce Building, Telok Ayer St., passing by Nagore Durgha Shrine (Muslim), Thian Hong Keng Temple (Taoist), Al Abrar Mosque, took a left turn and entered the covered pathways of Ang Siang Hill. From the other end of Ang Siang Hill, we want follow Club St. and made our way to the Chinatown Complex, where we will take our lunch (at the 2nd level food court). We will take the MRT, back to Bugis. Checkout from Hotel and move towards Woodlands to clear Singapore Immigration. Ride bus again to get across the causeway bridge to Johor Bahru , Malaysia. Walk up to immigrations counters; get a card to fill up and Clear Malaysian Immigration. Ride bus to Senai Airport, Malaysia.
Visa Application Procedure
This tour involves three countries to visit. So we need multiple entree Visa for Malaysia and other two countries need single entry VISA. Our purpose of visit is tour, so the type is Tourist VISA.
This tour involves three countries to visit. So we need multiple entree Visa for Malaysia and other two countries need single entry VISA. Our purpose of visit is tour, so the type is Tourist VISA.
To get the Malaysian VISA
Malaysia Electronic Visa Facilitation & Services (eVISA) is an online application platform that enables foreign nationals to apply for an electronic visa to enter Malaysia at the comfort of your convenience.
Starting from 1st August 2017 onward, Indian Nationality around the world would be allowed to apply for Multiple Entry eVISA (MEV) outside Malaysia. Indian Nationals who are interested to utilize the Visa Waiver Program through eVISA system for Single Entry, effective from 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018, must register themselves with eNTRI System. Authorize agent for Indian Nationals: Click here.
Starting from 1st August 2017 onward, Indian Nationality around the world would be allowed to apply for Multiple Entry eVISA (MEV) outside Malaysia. Indian Nationals who are interested to utilize the Visa Waiver Program through eVISA system for Single Entry, effective from 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018, must register themselves with eNTRI System. Authorize agent for Indian Nationals: Click here.
Below are the documents that need to be scanned and uploaded with your online application.
- Recent passport sized studio photo, as per Guidelines
- Passport front page, as per Sample
- Confirmed Return flight booking
- Birth certificate for minor applicants
No need Indonesian VISA for Tourist. Please click here to find the information on Indonesian Visa Exemption for 169 foreign nationals including Indian.
For Singapore Visa, Submission of Application for Visa Electronically (SAVE): Click here for details.
The Singapore Visa Fees for each application is approximately $30 and is non refundable. For the payment you have to choose the online mode as Master/ Visa, both credit and debit card are accepted. The authorized service agents charge extra fees of Rs 300 for every visa application.
For Singapore Visa, Submission of Application for Visa Electronically (SAVE): Click here for details.
The Singapore Visa Fees for each application is approximately $30 and is non refundable. For the payment you have to choose the online mode as Master/ Visa, both credit and debit card are accepted. The authorized service agents charge extra fees of Rs 300 for every visa application.
Currency Conversion:
We need Malaysian Ringgit, Indonesian Rupiah and Singapore Dollar for three countries. We may use Master, Visa or American Express Card to withdraw local currency from ATM but it involves high exchange rate and service charges. So we may collect those three types of currency from our local Government authorized foreign money changer using our Passport and Visa. It is always better to change our local currency to US Dollar (USD) and carry it because we don't know the exact amount needed in each country and USD is convertible in any City or Airport.
We need Malaysian Ringgit, Indonesian Rupiah and Singapore Dollar for three countries. We may use Master, Visa or American Express Card to withdraw local currency from ATM but it involves high exchange rate and service charges. So we may collect those three types of currency from our local Government authorized foreign money changer using our Passport and Visa. It is always better to change our local currency to US Dollar (USD) and carry it because we don't know the exact amount needed in each country and USD is convertible in any City or Airport.
The promotional offer was available only for some selected dates in each month and only a few numbers of seats per flight was available in this offer. As per internet search reports February to April was the peak season to visit these places. Before that, it will be a rainy season with flash floods common in Indonesia and after that date, it will mostly be hot and humid. So, searching for promotional flight tickets and online hotel booking with free cancellation at these countries we found that March is good for us.
Johor Bahru (JB): Formerly known as Tanjung Puteri or Iskandar Puteri, is the capital of the state of Johor, Malaysia. It is also the southernmost city in Peninsular Malaysia. After the formation of Malaysia in 1963, JB was granted city status in 1994. A central business district was developed in the city centre during the 1990s. More development funds were channeled to the city after the introduction of Iskandar Malaysia (IM Project) in 2006.
Main Attractions at JB City:
City Square and Komtar JBCC Mall: 29km from airport near woodlands (Singapore). We have a plan to stay here in hotel.
Senai Airport Bus Shuttle Service (AA1) provide reliable, fast and comfortable ride to and from Senai International Airport, Johor. It offers daily non-stop traveling between Airport and JB Sentral (KTM). Besides the bus, taxis are also available, taking about 30 min. Taxis leaving from the airport operate on a voucher system - buy your voucher from the taxi desk inside the terminal (next to the car rental desks). A trip to the city center is up to 4 passengers.
Angry Bird Theme Park (indoor) is located in Komtar JBCC Shopping Mall on the 3rd floor. The park will provide games, activities and entertainment related to Angry Birds like Lazer Bird Shoot, Red Bird Goal, Piggy Shooting Gallery and Captain Black Bird Ship.
Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple (1.3km from JB Sentral ) is the centerpiece of Hinduism, serving as the first Hindu glass temple in the world. Wholly decorated with glass in both exterior and interior, the building looks extremely stunning especially when it shines gracefully under the sunlight.
The temple, located in 22 Lorong 1, Jalan Tebrau, Johor Baru, is accessible through Jalan Tun Abdul Razak and the lane that borders Gim Shew Building. Car and coach parking is available and there's also a shoe storage service.
It is open for devotees from 7am to 10pm daily, while visiting hours for tourists are between 1pm and 5pm.
Currency conversion rate on 24/8/2017 & 22/09/2017:
1 Malaysian Ringgit = 14.97 & 15.45 Indian Rupee
1000 Indonesian Rupiah = 4.8 & 4.87 Indian Rupee
1 Singapore Dollar = 47.03 & 48.26 Indian Rupee
1 Malaysian Ringgit = 14.97 & 15.45 Indian Rupee
1000 Indonesian Rupiah = 4.8 & 4.87 Indian Rupee
1 Singapore Dollar = 47.03 & 48.26 Indian Rupee
Do's AND Don'ts IN MALAYSIA
Malaysia is a free country you can do whatever you want here. However, we do have our own customs and visitors should try to observe these practices when they arrive.
- Handshake is acceptable for both men and women but it is better for a man to smile to a Muslim woman rather than handshake. A handshake should be initiated by ladies.
- It is polite to call before visiting a home.
- Shoes must always be removed when entering a Malaysian home.
- Drinks are generally offered to guest. It is polite to accept.
- The right hand is always used when eating with one's hand or giving and receiving objects.
- The right forefinger is not used to point a places, objects or persons. Instead, the thumb of the right hand with four fingers folded under is preferred usage.
- Shoes must be removed when entering places of worship such as mosque and temple.
- Some mosques provide robes and scarves for female visitors. Taking photograph is usually permitted but always asks permission first.
- Do not wear revealing cloth when entering places of worship and rural areas.
- Public displays of affection are not encouraged.
Johor Bahru (JB): Formerly known as Tanjung Puteri or Iskandar Puteri, is the capital of the state of Johor, Malaysia. It is also the southernmost city in Peninsular Malaysia. After the formation of Malaysia in 1963, JB was granted city status in 1994. A central business district was developed in the city centre during the 1990s. More development funds were channeled to the city after the introduction of Iskandar Malaysia (IM Project) in 2006.
Main Attractions at JB City:
City Square and Komtar JBCC Mall: 29km from airport near woodlands (Singapore). We have a plan to stay here in hotel.
Senai Airport Bus Shuttle Service (AA1) provide reliable, fast and comfortable ride to and from Senai International Airport, Johor. It offers daily non-stop traveling between Airport and JB Sentral (KTM). Besides the bus, taxis are also available, taking about 30 min. Taxis leaving from the airport operate on a voucher system - buy your voucher from the taxi desk inside the terminal (next to the car rental desks). A trip to the city center is up to 4 passengers.
Angry Bird Theme Park (indoor) is located in Komtar JBCC Shopping Mall on the 3rd floor. The park will provide games, activities and entertainment related to Angry Birds like Lazer Bird Shoot, Red Bird Goal, Piggy Shooting Gallery and Captain Black Bird Ship.
Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple (1.3km from JB Sentral ) is the centerpiece of Hinduism, serving as the first Hindu glass temple in the world. Wholly decorated with glass in both exterior and interior, the building looks extremely stunning especially when it shines gracefully under the sunlight.
The temple, located in 22 Lorong 1, Jalan Tebrau, Johor Baru, is accessible through Jalan Tun Abdul Razak and the lane that borders Gim Shew Building. Car and coach parking is available and there's also a shoe storage service.
It is open for devotees from 7am to 10pm daily, while visiting hours for tourists are between 1pm and 5pm.
Legoland Malaysia, JB (20km from JB Sentral) is the first theme park in Asia and sixth in the world upon its establishment. It is full packed of family fun with more than 40 rides, shows and attractions.
Puteri Harbour (6 km from Legoland and 23km from JB Sentral) is home to the southernmost marina on the mainland of continent Asia, making it a must visit destination on the world sailing map. Located at the narrow-most point between Singapore and Johor; known as the Puteri Narrows, Malaysia – lies the breathtaking Marinas at Puteri Harbour.The Public Marina, Private Marina & Mega Yacht Marina can accommodate yachts with LOA up to 90 meters.
Other outdoor activities Puteri Harbour offers are as follows:
- River cruise and firefly trips from Puteri Harbour to Sungai Perapat or Sungai Pendas, Pulau Merambung, Kukup, RAMSAR Sungai Pulai and Danga Bay.
- Fishing and diving trips at Pulau Pisang or any customer preferred areas.
- Watersports – canoe, kayak, paddle boats, water polo etc.
- Joy ride
- Banana boat and wakeboard
- Bicycle rental
- Boating and sailing courses
Pasar Malam (Night Market 5-10pm) on Every Monday, Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad (4.4km from JB Sentral) is very popular with locals and tourists because there is so much to see, eat and buy at reasonable prices, all in the cool, breezy nights of Johor Bahru. Its just next to the KSL mall and spilled over to adjacent streets, is known locally as ‘Pasar Karat’. Really Worth a visit. But do watch out for pickpocket.
Those who want to visit Singapore just cross the Border from JB Sentral to Woodlands. A new KTM Shuttle Train from Johor Bahru to Singapore (5m) has started operating from JB Sentral Station to Woodlands Station (Shuttle Tebrau) from the 1st July 2015. You may avail new shuttle train or by regular buses that cross over the Causeway into Singapore.
From the June 2017, there are 14 trains a day that will travel over to Singapore. The first train from JB Sentral to Woodlands leaves at 05.30am in the morning and the last train is at 10.15pm. Immigration procedures are carried out at JB Sentral for stamping out of Malaysia and at Woodlands Station where you get your passport stamped in to Singapore.
- There are many touts in JB Sentral and more at Larkin Bus Terminal (6.2km from JB Sentral) that will direct you to more expensive and less reliable mode of transportation. Be aware of pickpockets especially in Larkin Terminal.
Indonesia (East Java & Bali) Travel Plan:
Mount Bromo is an active volcano (last eruption 2016):
Do and Don't Do's in Mount Bromo tour.
Mount Bromo is an active volcano (last eruption 2016):
Flights are available from Senai International Airport, Johor Bahru to Juanda International Airport (T2) Surabaya, Indonesia by AirAsia at 10:20 AM to 12:00 Noon. To get to Probolinggo from Surabaya, take a Damri shuttle bus from the Juanda International Airport to Bungurasih Purabaya bus terminal (14km) in the city. Then take an express Patas air-conditioned bus for the 2 to 3 hr journey from Purabaya to Bayuangga bus terminal a few kilometers out of the city Probolinggo (130 km).To travel From Probolinggo to Cemoro Lawang (Entrance to Mt. Bromo) book a PRIVATE car (38Km) or wait for the Green Mini-Buses (10 seats) that are located right outside the Bayuangga terminal: Rp 400,000 per passenger. The minibuses will only depart when it is full (no timetable) or when someone pays the full price. It is always good to start early from Surabaya as buses from Cemoro Lawang are very hard to find during the late afternoon. The ride uphill takes approximately 90 minutes.
Click here to know details about "Travel Mt. Bromo without guided or conducted tour"
Click here to know details about "Travel Mt. Bromo without guided or conducted tour"
- Beware of touts and travel agents.
- Cemoro Lawang is a costly place.
- Arrange for a good hotel with hot water as it is very cold at Bromo.
- it is better to take a nose mask and wet it with water to protect from sulfur fumes.
- Don't breath through your mouth, it will cause irritation inside your throat.
- Volcano visiting time: 7am to 5pm. Temperature 20° - 0°C, it can rain any time.
- Buses to Probolinggo have a tendency to drop you in front of shops with signboards that read 'Bus Terminal'. The actual terminal is 1km down the road. Inspect the area before getting down.
Traveling to Denpassar, Bali:
Checkout from hotel after an early morning trip of Mount Bromo and come to Probolinggo. It will take 10 to 12 hours journey from Probolinggo, East Java to Denpassar, via Banyuwangi, Ketapang ferry terminal. One Ferries sail from Ketapang to Gilimanuk every 15 minutes, 24 hours a day, the crossing takes about 45 minutes. The fare is 6,500 rupiah for an adult passenger.
There are two options to travel from Probolinggo to Ketapang by Train or by Bus. the scenery is much better when traveling to Banyuwangi by train. However, this way you get to Bali quite late, missing the scenery on that side. If that's an issue, consider spending the night in Banyuwangi, and move on to Bali unhurriedly the next morning. You may also like to visit the mount Ijen volcano complex, a group of composite volcanoes in the Banyuwangi Regency of East Java.
Gilimanuk Bus Terminal is right outside the ferry terminal, just walk out of the ferry terminal exit onto the road and turn right. Local buses link the ferry terminal at Gilimanuk with Denpasar's Ubung bus terminal, distance 125 km or 78 miles, journey time 3 hours. Buses run frequently so there are no timetables, but try to get there before dark. You'll need to change at Denpasar Ubung bus terminal for local buses or taxi to places like Ubud, Bali's cultural and tourist capital - there are no direct buses from Gilimanuk. Once in Denpasar, finding a taxi to hotel should be no problem, even at night.
South Bali:
Checkout from hotel after an early morning trip of Mount Bromo and come to Probolinggo. It will take 10 to 12 hours journey from Probolinggo, East Java to Denpassar, via Banyuwangi, Ketapang ferry terminal. One Ferries sail from Ketapang to Gilimanuk every 15 minutes, 24 hours a day, the crossing takes about 45 minutes. The fare is 6,500 rupiah for an adult passenger.
There are two options to travel from Probolinggo to Ketapang by Train or by Bus. the scenery is much better when traveling to Banyuwangi by train. However, this way you get to Bali quite late, missing the scenery on that side. If that's an issue, consider spending the night in Banyuwangi, and move on to Bali unhurriedly the next morning. You may also like to visit the mount Ijen volcano complex, a group of composite volcanoes in the Banyuwangi Regency of East Java.
Gilimanuk Bus Terminal is right outside the ferry terminal, just walk out of the ferry terminal exit onto the road and turn right. Local buses link the ferry terminal at Gilimanuk with Denpasar's Ubung bus terminal, distance 125 km or 78 miles, journey time 3 hours. Buses run frequently so there are no timetables, but try to get there before dark. You'll need to change at Denpasar Ubung bus terminal for local buses or taxi to places like Ubud, Bali's cultural and tourist capital - there are no direct buses from Gilimanuk. Once in Denpasar, finding a taxi to hotel should be no problem, even at night.
South Bali:
The international airport of Bali, Ngurah Rai is located close to Denpasar and is the main entrance port of Bali. The most interesting places to visit in South Bali are the town of Denpasar, Kuta, Legian and Seminyak, Sanur, Tanah Lot, Jimbaran, the Ulu Watu temple, Nusa Dua, Mengwi, Tabanan.
Uluwatu Temple, a truly must visit in Bali, is also known as Pura Luhur . The temple is itself a majestic structure, constructed and expanded many times since in the 11th Century. It is perched at the steep cliff of 70 meters above the Indian ocean. If you go on even higher grounds nearby, you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of either side and sunset over Uluwatu temple itself.
Main attraction at Bali
Indonesia’s diving is among the best in the world. SCUBA Diving in Bali is an easy and inexpensive way to see the best of Indonesia. The island of Nusa Penida is known world-wide for her Manta rays and Molamola (Sunfish).
The Atlantis speedboats I and II leave Sanur beach(South Bali) each day around 8:30am, almost always making their way to the appropriately named dive site, Manta Point, where Reef Mantas rays (Manta Alfredi) come and go to a resident “cleaning station.”
On the other side of the island, we find the not-to-be-missed dive site, Crystal Bay. From July through October you have the best chance to encounter the incredible Sunfish (Molamola), an impressive fish measuring up to 3 meters in height.
BEGINNER DIVING FOR NON DIVER
DIVE SITES
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2 DIVES
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2.5 HOURS BY CAR
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IDR 1.450.000 (Rs.7023)
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IDR 1.450.000
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- For Beginner Diving Trips we need min. 2 persons in a group, please ask for availability.
- Discount 5% for 2 or more persons booked in a group for same activity.
- Discount 10% for minimum 2 persons doing 2 days diving.
- Free pickup & return in Denpasar, Sanur, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak & Nusa Dua area (west).
- Land & sea transport to the dive site.
- Diving with 1 PADI Instructor for max. 2 divers include Tanks and Weights.
- All diving equipment.
- Lunch, refreshment & mineral water.
- Using towel.
- PADI Insurance.
- VAT 10%.
- Underwater Camera is available for rent at IDR 300.000/day.
- Extra dive is IDR 300.000/person/dive (minimum 2 divers).
- Personal Instructor is available IDR 250.000/day.
- Private trip for minimum 2 persons with 1 Instructor, additional price is IDR 500.000/day on published prices without discount.
** Please note that due to the Agung volcano activity, There are no SCUBA diving in Tulamben and Amed dive sites (East Bali) anymore. We will keep you updated about any further developments.
Other Activities:
Singapore Travel Plan:
Singapore is very safe country to travel but "low crime doesn't mean no crime". It is really a place more for shopping and great food rather than sightseeing although there are places to visit and see.
Main attractions at Singapore
Gardens by the Bay
Type: Nature park. Modern public gardens on reclaimed land Gardens by the Bay is a nature park spanning 101 hectares (250 acres) of reclaimed land in central Singapore, adjacent to the Marina Reservoir. The park consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden and Bay Central Garden.
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
Hours: Open today · 5AM–2AM
Phone: +65 6420 6848 Completion date: 2012
Public transit access: Bayfront MRT Station, Gardens by the Bay MRT Station
Universal Studios Singapore
Type: Movie & TV-themed amusement park
Movie amusement park with sets & rides on themes from Hollywood to sci-fi, plus live entertainment.
Sentosa
Palawan Beach & Tiger Sky Tower
Sentosa is an island resort off Singapore’s southern coast, connected to the city by road, cable car, pedestrian boardwalk and monorail. By Sentosa Station, Tiger Sky Tower has panoramic views
Night Safari, Singapore
Zoo for nocturnal animals opened in 1994
Other Activities:
Wide range of activities are available in Ubud, from Mask Carving, to Batik Painting, to Silver Jewelry Making… the options are countless. You can even book a Half Day Ubud Shopping Spree tailored to suit your interests and requirements within the numerous workshops and galleries of the cultural town. And while you’re in the Bukit Peninsula, you can also attend the Devdan Show at Nusa Dua Theatre and witness the prowess of the acrobatic dancers in a performance inspired by the cultures of Indonesia, from Sumatra to Papua.
- 10 Secret / Hidden and Lesser Explored Beaches of Bali.
- Kura Kura Bus presents its online ticket booths called “E-Booth”, best shuttle bus service in Bali.
- Commuter minibuses called BEMO are the main form of public transport in Bali .
Singapore Travel Plan:
Singapore is very safe country to travel but "low crime doesn't mean no crime". It is really a place more for shopping and great food rather than sightseeing although there are places to visit and see.
Main attractions at Singapore
Gardens by the Bay
Type: Nature park. Modern public gardens on reclaimed land Gardens by the Bay is a nature park spanning 101 hectares (250 acres) of reclaimed land in central Singapore, adjacent to the Marina Reservoir. The park consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden and Bay Central Garden.
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
Hours: Open today · 5AM–2AM
Phone: +65 6420 6848 Completion date: 2012
Public transit access: Bayfront MRT Station, Gardens by the Bay MRT Station
Universal Studios Singapore
Type: Movie & TV-themed amusement park
Movie amusement park with sets & rides on themes from Hollywood to sci-fi, plus live entertainment.
Sentosa
Palawan Beach & Tiger Sky Tower
Sentosa is an island resort off Singapore’s southern coast, connected to the city by road, cable car, pedestrian boardwalk and monorail. By Sentosa Station, Tiger Sky Tower has panoramic views
Night Safari, Singapore
Zoo for nocturnal animals opened in 1994
Night zoo with tram rides and walking trails through rain-forest past elephants, tigers & leopards at the world's first nocturnal zoo at Night Safari. See moonlit animals as you cross 7 geographical zones of the world, from Indo-Malayan jungles to equatorial Africa.
Singapore Zoo
64-acre zoo in a rain-forest setting.
Rain-forest zoo with tram rides, trails & viewing platforms to see wildlife habitats & exhibits. Watch terrific shows like Splash Safari, Animal Friends and Elephants at Work and Play while you meet other diverse and beautiful creatures, from local primates to imported marsupials.
Jurong Bird Park:
Visit Asia's largest bird park and marvel at the sight of Jurong Falls, the world's tallest man-made waterfalls. Plus, get a chance to feed lovable parrots, see gorgeous swans and flamingos, as well as hike in an incredible walk-in aviary.
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Botanical gardens founded in 1859
183-acre botanical gardens with sculptures, a swan lake & significant collection of tropical trees.
River Safari
Zoo & freshwater aquarium with boats
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Botanical gardens founded in 1859
183-acre botanical gardens with sculptures, a swan lake & significant collection of tropical trees.
River Safari
Zoo & freshwater aquarium with boats
See amazing re-creations of 6 famous rivers – Mississippi, Congo, Nile, Ganges, Mekong and Yangtze – at River Safari and spot an intriguing pufferfish, an enormous salamander and a giant panda.
Singapore Flyer
165m-tall public observation wheel
Huge observation wheel opened in 2008 for views of the city plus high tea & butler-serviced flights.
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| Singapore skyline at sunset viewed from Gardens by the Bay East |
Online Advance Booking of Singapore:
City Discovery: Best Price Guaranteed.
Singapore Pass: Singapore Passes start from $97, there is a choice of 4 passes to pick from, and each designed to suit your needs and preferences.
2-in-1 Saver Combo Package: Universal Studios Singapore and S.E.A Aquarium with Hotel Pick-Up @SGD 105.00 per adult.
3-In-1 Combo Package: Universal Studios Singapore® + S.E.A. Aquarium™ + Adventure Cove Waterpark E-Tickets @SGD 147.00 per adult.
2-in-1 Saver Combo Package: Universal Studios Singapore and S.E.A Aquarium with Hotel Pick-Up @SGD 105.00 per adult.
2-DAY FUN Pass: See It All! Enjoy both Universal Studios Singapore™ and Sentosa Day Fun Pass PLAY MAX (Play up to 20 attractions on Sentosa Island) @SGD 175.00 per adult.
Wildlife Reserves 4-in-1 Park Hopper Admission: See the best of Mother Nature with 4-in-1 park hopper admission to Wildlife Reserves Singapore. See the tallest man-made waterfalls on earth, re-creations of world-famous rivers, amazing animal shows and nocturnal critters with this admission ticket @SGD 69.00 per adult.
Jurong Bird Park, River Safari, Singapore Zoo, Night Safari
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