Indonesia Cultural Trips

Delve into learning about the wildlife and culture of Indonesia on this multi-part, 13-day tour and cruise. From Bali, fly to Borneo for a river cruise that visits an island operated by the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation, where you'll learn about these incredible great apes and …

Experience afascinating look at the colonial history of Indonesia and its role in the international spice trade during the 17th century. Travel in a eastward arc capturing the maritime route of the early colonials who traversed the Indonesian waters in search of the precious spices found within …

The Moluccas are the original Spice Islands; a magical destination, beautiful, remote and unspoiled, with a long, fascinating and turbulent history. For millennia these fertile volcanic isles were the world’s only source of the ‘holy trinity’ of rare spices; cloves, nutmeg, and …

This 14-day highlights tour gives you a taste of the best that Bali has to offer. Start your exploration by riding the Balinese waves on a surfing excursion in Seminyak. Continue your journey at the World Heritage Site of Jatiluwih, visit local fishing villages, peruse fresh markets, take a cooking …

Get a glimpse of the incredible diversity of Indonesia on this 14-day cruise aboard Ombak Putih. From Bitung, explore multiple wildlife rescues and conservation centers to learn about the unique species that are found on these islands, from multiple species of monkeys, to sun bears, to flying …

This unique itinerary is enhanced by descriptions and presentations by the Australian author Ian Burnet who spent 30 years living, working, and traveling in Indonesia. Experience afascinating look at the colonial history of Indonesia and its role in the international spice trade during the 17th …

On this 12-day cruise, explore the legacy of Alfred Russel and his work on theories of evolution and natural selection. The Coral Triangle, an area in Indonesia, is home to some of the most diverse marine life in the world. Discover the areas that fascinated Wallace and witness the magic of the …

On this 15 days voyage onboard Coral Geographer, you're cordially encouraged to set out on your journey to Makassar via the Straits of the East Indies. Discover lesser-known islands like Alor and Torajaland, which are full of unique cultural practices and old seafaring customs. Visit one of the …

This unique itinerary is enhanced by descriptions and presentations by the Australian author Ian Burnet who spent 30 years living, working, and traveling in Indonesia. Experience afascinating look at the colonial history of Indonesia and its role in the international spice trade during the 17th …

Experience Australia's iconic wilderness and Indonesia's remote island villages on this 16-day Kimberley Expedition from Perth, Australia to Bali, Indonesia aboard National Geographic Orion. Explore dramatic landscapes in the Kimberley that are etched with ancient human history and navigate …

Get to know the rich culture of the Lesser Sunda islands with this 12-day cultural cruise from Maumere to Komodo. Visit small villages and communities where ancient traditions are kept alive and adapted to modern life. Learn about traditional and contemporary techniques for spinning yarns, natural …

AboardCoral Geographer, for a 14-day cruise and uncover palm-fringed coastal villages home to fascinating cultures including the Karimata Islands and Kuching. Visit the Banjarmasin floating markets where buyers and sellers continue to do business while the river is a bustling cacophony of sights …

Discover the untouched, unspoiled island paradises of the Philippines and Indonesia aboard Heritage Adventurer. The remote islands of Indonesia and the Philippines' archipelagos, which are spread across the equator like pearls, are the picture-perfect image of paradise, with impossibly blue …

This 13-day journey explores Papua New Guinea's seldom-visited islands, volcanic highlands, and pristine rainforest wilderness regions carved by mighty rivers. Sail past the magnificent Kadovar Islands, which are famous for their volcanic activity. Explore the Sepik River to observe riverfront …

Revisit some of the most fascinating sites and possibly experience the enchantment of witnessing the bird of paradise in its natural habitat. If you're lucky, you could get to snorkel alongside whale sharks in Triton Bay, but there are no guarantees because these wild animals are not on a …