Indonesia ( Java & Bali) Bacchus Marsh Grammar Indonesia ( Java & Bali) Thursday 20th June 2019 “Our vision is for every student and teacher to grow by safely exploring the world and experiencing all its diversity”
Who is G.E.T? Operating for over 50 years Australia’s largest and most experienced educational tour operator We work with 340 schools annually and send 12,000 students on tours each year We aren’t a retail Travel Agent- we only do school tours We can provide set programs, as well as tailor made itineraries We are passionate about educational travel and providing a friendly, professional service We have a dedicated team of 20, hailing from 5 continents Travelled with GET 2017 New Caledonia & Japan
G.E.T Philosophy Our philosophy is to offer “living lessons”, or opportunities to extend learning beyond the classroom Bring the lessons learnt in the classroom “to life” Experiences beyond the typical tourist dimension
The benefits of an Educational Tour Educational tours provide “living lessons” Students gain a deeper understanding of what they have learnt in the classroom Students learn about travel and budgeting Students gain new perspectives They augment existing lesson plans Learning about a different culture/ language
Where in the World will you be ?
Depart Melbourne on your Garuda Indonesia flight to Jakarta. Day 1 (D) Melbourne – Jakarta Depart Melbourne on your Garuda Indonesia flight to Jakarta. On arrival you will be transferred to accommodation. Accommodation at POMELOTEL KUNINGAN, JAKARTA Dinner tonight will be at your hotel
Afterwards you will be transferred to Grand Indonesia Mall. Day 2 (B) Jakarta After breakfast transfer to your sister school: partner MTS YASDA in Kuningan. Afterwards you will be transferred to Grand Indonesia Mall.
Day 3 (BL) Jakarta After breakfast travel to Taman Mini, a good way to discover the genuine culture and tradition of Indonesia. Visits will be made to the Miniature Park, including the Museum of Indonesia, Bird Park and the Keong Mas Imax Theater. After your Indonesian buffet lunch continue on to visit BIPA DAHSYAT (Indonesian Language School) in Cibubur Jakarta. Own arrangements for the school visit. Lunch at local restaurant
Day 4 (BL) Jakarta After breakfast travel to Puncak, in West Java Province. Take your time to enjoy the Tea Walk and the Safari Park, the biggest zoo in Indonesia. Afterwards return to the hotel in Jakarta. Lunch provided
Day 5 (BD) Jakarta – Yogyakarta - Magelang Transfer to the airport for your flight to Yogyakarta. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel in Magelang. Enjoy dinner at your hotel before participating Gamelan Lesson in the village of Candirejo. Dinner at the hotel Accommodation at the ATRIA HOTEL MAGELANG (Superior Room)
Day 6 (BD) Magelang - Yogyakarta An early departure from the hotel, to see the sunrise over Borobudur Temple. Starting from Manohara Hotel Borobudur Archeological Park, you will experience the silent and quiet visit of Borobudur; the biggest Buddhist temple in the world, while witnessing the sunrise over Mount Merapi (if weather permits). Transfer to Yogyakarta. This afternoon enjoy a coach tour of the city. The tour features a drive past the Sultans Palace, entrance to Taman Sari, visit Beringharjo Market and watching a Wayang puppet performance at the Leatherworks. Return to accommodation. This afternoon enjoy a becak ride, with time to shop and bargain at the markets in Jalan Malioboro. Accommodation at the Ibis Malioboro
IBIS HOTEL
3 x 2 hour lessons at Realia Language School Days 7-8 Yogyakarta (BD) Over the next 2 days you will visit & participate in the following : 3 x 2 hour lessons at Realia Language School Village tour (desa wisata): batik making, gamelan & planting rice Prambanan Temple - the most beautiful Hindu temple in Indonesia. (Dinner included)
Day 9 (B) : Yogyakarta - Malang – Bromo After breakfast travel to the Realia Language School for your final Bahasa Indonesia lesson. Afterwards enjoy the train from Yogya to Mojokerto ( approx 4 hours) Arrive at Mojokerto and drive to Bromo for your accommodation and overnight. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Accommodation at BROMO COTTAGES (Superior)
Day 10 (B) : Bromo – Surabaya - Sanur Depart early (approx 4am) to Penanjakan, to see the beautiful sun rise (if weather permits). The trip continues to cross the sand-sea to reach the foot of the Mount Bromo as the starting point to climb up the stairs to the crater. The spectacular view of the range of volcanoes (Bromo, Batok and Semeru) is unveiled along with the rise of the morning sun. Proceed to Surabaya for your Garuda flight to Bali. On arival you will be met and transferred to Sanur for 2 nights. Accommodation at BUMI AYU BUNGALOWS
Bumi Ayu Bungalows
Day 11 (B) : Sanur – Ubud – Sanur This morning after breakfast board your coach & head to Ubud for the day. Visit the local markets & the Monkey Forest. Return to Sanur later this afternoon. The reminder of the day under guidance of teachers.
Day 12 & 13 Ubud- Denpasar – Melbourne (B) This morning after breakfast visit : 2 SMP Kuta Selatan. Afterwards transfers to Kuta to spend the day at Waterbom Park & shopping. Transfer back to your hotel in the afternoon. Late check of all rooms until 6.00pm. This evening you will be transferred to the airport for your overnight Garuda flight to Melbourne. DAY 13 : Arrive in Melbourne early the next morning.
G.E.T Educational Tours -Tour Inclusions Return economy airfares with Garuda Indonesia: Melbourne-Jakarta-Yogyakarta/- Surabaya-Denpasar- Melbourne (based on V class- subject to availability) low season fares. Prepaid airport/airline taxes & levies $ 378.00 per person Return airport transfers in Java and Bali Breakfast daily 4 nights accommodation in Jakarta at Pomelotel Jakarta ( or similar) 1 night accommodation in Magelang at Atria Hotel ( or similar) 3 nights accommodation in Yogyakarta at Ibis Malioboro ( or similar) 1 night accommodation in Bromo at Bromo Cottages ( or similar) 2 nights accommodation in Sanur at Bumi Ayu Cottages ( or similar) with late check out until 6.00pm on last day in Sanur Train travel Yogyakarta to Mojokerto Tours and transfers as per the itinerary 4 dinners and 2 lunches in Java 3 x 3 hour lessons at Realia Language school in Yogyakarta (transfers included)
What can effect the tour price Tour numbers Airline quoted, taxes and levies Exchange rate [AUD 1 =USD .76] Changes to inclusions What isn’t included Passport costs/Visa costs for non-Australian passport holders Meals other than specified Personal Expenses Tipping to local guide/driver
G.E.T Educational Tours -Passports Each passenger must have a valid passport. Passport must not expire within 6 months of the date of return Photocopy of the details page of each passenger’s passport require as soon as possible If travelling on anything other than an Australian passport advise the school immediately
G.E.T Educational Tours -Travel tips Spending money – Students will need to take enough spending money to cover meals and snacks not already covered in the itinerary along with any personal expenses and souvenirs. Suggest approx $20-$30 per day. International roaming Luggage and packing Max check in luggage weight 30kg (depending on airline) Max carry on luggage weight 7 kg – restrictions to the carry on of liquids, sharps and flammable items All Students must be able to manage their own bags
All cheques and correspondence must be made G.E.T Educational Tours -The Next Steps Talk this over & decide if this is for you If you do not have a passport please start making these arrangements If on a non-Australian passport please check if you need a visa. Pay the deposit to the school by Tuesday 25th Sept 2018 = $800.00 per student All cheques and correspondence must be made directly to the school.
Important Dates Date Documentation and Payments 25th Sep 2018 Deposit Payment Due. 01 Mar 2019 Final date Tour Itinerary and Tour Inclusions need to be finalised by. No deviation requests will be accepted after this date. With deposit payment If you choose to purchase Travel Insurance through GET please submit your completed Travel Insurance Application Forms. Early Mar 2019 The exchange rate for your tour will be locked in by pre-purchasing the required USD amount. 29 Mar 2019 Copies of teachers, students and other participants passports. Failure to provide passport copies by this date may result in ticket reissue fees should there be a discrepancy between passport name and the name appearing on the ticket. Final and completed names list (including after-hours numbers for teachers and students) & dietary requirements. Room list for the hotels Final Payment Due.
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