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Jakarta, Indonesia
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Yogyakarta, Indonesia
The cultural heart of Java with the stunning Borobudur and Prambanan temples nearby. The Kraton (Sultan's Palace) and the buzzing Malioboro Street are must-sees. Street food is incredibly cheap — try Gudeg, the city's signature jackfruit stew.
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Bromo-Tengger-Semeru, Indonesia
One of Indonesia's most dramatic volcanic landscapes, best experienced at sunrise from the viewpoint at Penanjakan. Hire a jeep or motorbike locally and hike the crater rim of Mount Bromo. Budget guesthouses in Cemoro Lawang village sit right on the caldera's edge.
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Bali, Indonesia
Base yourself in Canggu or Ubud for the best backpacker vibe — rice terraces, temples, and cheap warungs everywhere. Don't miss Tanah Lot temple at sunset and a scooter ride through the inland villages. Catch a cheap onward flight from Ngurah Rai Airport to Lombok or Darwin.
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Lombok, Indonesia
Quieter and rawer than Bali, Lombok is perfect for surfers and hikers heading toward Australia. The Gili Islands are just a short boat ride away for snorkelling and a legendary backpacker party scene. Trekking Mount Rinjani is one of Southeast Asia's great volcano hikes.