FLAGSHIP INDONESIA

Your Indonesian adventure begins in Yogyakarta and the regal Amanjiwo hotel, which overlooks the iconic UNESCO-listed Borobudur temple and is surrounded by tropical rainforests of lush palms and verdant rice terraces. The Menoreh hills and several volcanoes rise up nearby and the farmlands of the volcanic Kedu Plain stretch out below. A visit to Borobudur at sunrise is guaranteed to be a highlight of your trip, as the day dawns over its distinctive Buddha statues and bell-like forms. Around the area, you can see numerous other Buddhist and Hindu temples, which reflect Java’s cultural diversity in stunning style. Explore the dramatic landscapes they sit in by trekking up Mount Merapi or into the Menoreh hills, discovering characterful villages, photogenic rice fields and fragrant clove plantations. On your return, relax on your private terrace or in your private pool, and drink in the views with a glass of champagne.

The colourful town of Ubud, the cultural heart of Bali, is a showcase of traditional arts and crafts, set against a backdrop of terraced rice paddies and pristine rainforest dotted with temples and shrines. Browse the tempting stalls at the artisanal markets, stopping for refreshments at a buzzing café. When you’ve had your fill of Ubud, it’s easy to escape to the tranquillity and beauty of the surroundings - especially with the help of the COMO Shambhala Estate, an elegant retreat set in the rainforest, on the banks of the Ayung River. The emphasis here is on relaxation and revitalisation, from blissful spa treatments to making the most of the natural playground on the doorstep by hiking, biking and climbing in the rainforest and the hills, crossing over bamboo bridges and around jungle gorges.

Today, you’ll embark on a five-day luxury cruise on the Alila Purnama, a traditional phinisi boat, to explore the postcard perfect islands of the Indonesian Archipelago. As you sail around the fertile, mountainous islands, visit the volcanic island of Ambon and the UNESCO-listed Komodo National Park, a collection of islands where you can see the famous komodo dragon. Jump into the inviting waters for some swimming, snorkelling and kayaking, and Alila has its own PADI dive centre, so take the opportunity to dive around the pristine coral reefs and rich marine life of Raja Ampat – this haven of white sand beaches, hidden lagoons and aquamarine waters is one of the best diving spots in the world. Back onboard, take in the ever-changing views from a sunbed on the deck, and unwind with a spa treatment.

It’s time for some premium beach relaxation at Belmond Jimbaran Puri, which sits on Jimbaran Bay, a 2km-stretch of fine white sand that is one of Bali’s most beautiful beaches. If you’ve got a taste for water sports, you can go surfing, canoeing and whitewater rafting – otherwise, while away the days on the beach, head north along the coast to visit the Tanah Lot temple, which sits on a rock that juts out into the sea, and explore the designer boutiques and buzzing bars and restaurants of Seminyak, where you can tuck into some fresh seafood on the waterfront. Head back to Jimbaran Bay for sunset – the hotel’s position in the heart of the bay ensures that you’ll see some spectacular sunsets over the sea.