East Java

A volcanic province in eastern Java, where Bromo sunrises and Ijen's blue fire are among Indonesia's most iconic sights.

East Java lies in the eastern part of Java. Its capital, Surabaya, is Indonesia's second-largest city and a historic port. Popular itineraries include the volcanic sunrise at Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park and the sulphur mine and blue flames of Ijen. The cool highland towns of Malang and Batu offer colonial-era architecture and theme parks, and Banyuwangi at the eastern tip has ferries to Bali. The dry season, May–Oct, offers the best views for volcano climbs. The main gateway is Juanda International Airport in Surabaya, and you can also arrive overland from Bali.

Destinations

• Surabaya
• Malang & Batu
• Banyuwangi
• Mount Bromo (Bromo Tengger Semeru)
• Tawangmangu

Itineraries

• Java West-to-East Crossing to Bali – Travel from Jakarta via Bandung, Yogyakarta, and Malang to Bromo and Ijen, then cross the sea to Bali.
• Surabaya to Bromo and Ijen Volcanoes – Spend half a day exploring Surabaya's old town, then charter a car to catch the Bromo sunrise and Ijen crater, ending a…
• Malang, Batu, Tumpak Sewu & Bromo – Starting and ending in Surabaya, explore Malang's old town, Batu's theme parks, Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, and the Bromo su…
• Central Java 10-Day Loop: Ancient Temples, Highlands & Royal Cities – Travel from Yogyakarta up to the Dieng Plateau, then via Semarang and Solo to the ancient temples of Mount Lawu, connec…