Indonesia

Trip inspired by One Life Adventures's "Bali Classic" route, generated independently with the operator margin removed — not booked with or affiliated with One Life Adventures. Setting my own date, looking for trip mates to join. Experience the very best of Bali independently — without the group tour price tag. This self-launched 12-day itinerary covers all the classic highlights: the cultural heart of Ubud, the volcanic landscapes of Kintamani, the surf beaches of Seminyak and Canggu, the sacred sea temple of Tanah Lot, and the laid-back island vibes of Nusa Lembongan. By booking your own accommodation, transport, and activities, you can replicate the full group tour experience for a fraction of the cost. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

Travel Crew

~£460

This self-launched version of INTRO Travel's popular 15-day Bali Experience takes you island-hopping across Bali's most iconic destinations — Seminyak, Uluwatu, Lovina, Gili Trawangan, Ubud, and Nusa Lembongan — at a fraction of the group tour price. Replace the guided minibus with local bemos, shared shuttles, and fast boats; swap the tour leader for GetYourGuide-bookable day trips and cooking classes; and bunk in quality hostels and guesthouses throughout. All the same sunrises, surf lessons, snorkelling with turtles, and volcano treks — just on your own schedule. Costs below are approximate estimates per person based on budget/backpacker rates.

Travel Crew

~£600

Experience the very best of Bali independently — from surf lessons in Canggu and sunrise hikes on Mount Batur, to island-hopping around the Gilis and exploring the dramatic cliffs of Nusa Penida. This self-launched itinerary replicates the Gap360 Bali Adventure tour stop-for-stop, swapping group tour mark-ups for locally booked activities, shared transport, and excellent budget-friendly hotels. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current backpacker rates.

Travel Crew

~£530

This self-launched version of Gap360's Komodo Island Hopper takes you across 7 stunning Indonesian islands — from laid-back Lombok through remote Sumbawa and Moyo, to the iconic Komodo National Park and Flores — at a fraction of the guided-tour price. You'll swap the group leader for a combination of local guesthouses, public ferries, shared minibuses and self-booked tours via GetYourGuide and Klook, while enjoying the same off-the-beaten-track beaches, Sasak cultural encounters, jungle waterfalls, manta ray snorkelling and Komodo dragon encounters. All cost estimates are approximate and per person, based on budget/backpacker rates as of mid-2025.

Travel Crew

~£390

Same epic volcanoes, temples, snorkelling and jungle vibes across Java and Bali — minus the premium price tag. This self-launched version follows the exact same route, swapping 4–5 star boutique hotels for excellent guesthouses and mid-range stays, guided activities for self-bookable tours via GetYourGuide and local operators, and private transfers for trains, public buses and shared shuttles. All costs are approximate per-person estimates for a solo budget-conscious traveller.

Travel Crew

~£640

This self-launched version of Bali's epic 100km coast-to-coast trek takes you from the south coast at Tabanan all the way north to Lovina — through rice paddies, coffee plantations, dense jungle and past spectacular waterfalls — without the group tour price tag. You'll hire a local freelance trekking guide, stay in budget guesthouses and mountain homestays along the route, and use local transport for transfers. The route follows the same incredible trail dubbed 'Indonesia's Camino', but on your own schedule and at a fraction of the cost.

Travel Crew

~£550

Ditch the group tour price tag and explore Sumatra's jaw-dropping rainforests, orangutan-filled national parks and vibrant city of Medan entirely on your own terms. This self-launched version of the classic Sumatra Discovery route follows the same itinerary — Medan city life, jungle trekking in Gunung Leuser National Park, overnight rainforest camping, bamboo rafting and a local village visit — at a fraction of the cost. Bukit Lawang is one of Southeast Asia's most established backpacker hubs, making it easy to book treks, guides and rafting directly with local operators on arrival. All cost estimates are approximate and based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£266

This self-launched 26-day Indonesian island-hopping adventure follows the same epic route as Gap360's Ultimate Indonesia tour — from orangutan trekking in Sumatra's rainforests and Mentawai tribe homestays, through Bali's temples, rice terraces and surf beaches, across the Gili Islands and Lombok, to a live-aboard Komodo cruise. By booking your own accommodation, transport and activities independently (via GetYourGuide, Klook, and direct booking), you can experience the same incredible highlights at a fraction of the group tour price. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on budget/backpacker rates as of 2025–2026.

Travel Crew

~£1,050

Everything INTRO Travel's Bali Experience covers — Seminyak sunsets, Gili islands, Ubud cooking classes, volcano treks, and Nusa Lembongan snorkelling — planned independently and at a fraction of the price. You'll swap the group leader for your own sense of adventure, book the same activities via GetYourGuide and Klook, and stay in well-reviewed hostels and guesthouses throughout. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates in Bali.

Travel Crew

~£620

Summit three legendary Indonesian volcanoes — Mount Catur, Mount Agung, and Mount Rinjani — on this epic island-hopping adventure across Bali and Lombok. This self-launched version replaces the guided group tour with independently booked treks, local guesthouses, public speedboats, and self-arranged permits, slashing the cost while keeping every single summit. You'll still camp on Rinjani's crater rim under the Milky Way, soak in volcanic hot springs at Segara Anak Lake, and explore Ubud's rice terraces and temples — just on your own schedule and at a fraction of the price.

Travel Crew

~£533

This self-launched version of G Adventures' Bali Adventure takes you on the same iconic journey from Seminyak to Candi Dasa — rice terraces, volcanic lakes, hot springs, traditional markets, village homestays, and temple-hopping — at a fraction of the cost. Swap private group transport for shared shuttles and hired scooters, and replace guided group accommodation with quality budget guesthouses and community homestays you book directly. Bali is one of the world's most well-trodden backpacker destinations, making it easy to replicate this itinerary independently with superb local transport links, affordable warungs, and self-bookable experiences on GetYourGuide and Klook. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

Travel Crew

~£405

Ditch the tour bus price tag and explore Java's volcanic plateaus, ancient temples, and colonial cities on your own terms. This self-launched itinerary mirrors G Adventures' classic Java route — Jakarta to Yogyakarta — swapping private group transport for public buses and trains, and guided hotel stays for quality guesthouses. You'll still visit Istiqlal Mosque, the Dieng Plateau's otherworldly craters, Gedong Songo Temple, and Semarang's Dutch colonial quarter — just at a fraction of the cost. Budget roughly £350–420 per person for the full 8 days, compared to ~£770 on the group tour.

Travel Crew

~£315