Tour code: RTW_DCT
Tour type: Volcano tour: adventure - photography - active volcanoes
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 3-4 weeks (24 / 28 days)

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Dates:

Custom and scheduled dates
30 Sep - 23 Oct 12
30 Sep - 27 Oct 12
23 Mar - 15 Apr 13

Price (p.p.): from 7390 EUR

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Included:

• all international and domestic flights (round the world, Economy Class) to and from your home airport
• all transfers (private AC minibus, 4x4, ferry, boats) as in program
• accommodation in shared room (tents on Krakatau)
• most meals as stated in program with B(reakfast), L(unch), D(inner)
• drinking water, juices, coffees and tea (within limits)
• all park entry fees
• all excursions as described incl Tongariro crossing
• speed boat hire for Krakatau
• camping equipment for Krakatau
• gas masks
• local guides, camp hands, drivers etc.
• accompanying guides from the VolcanoDiscovery team (volcanologists and local experts)

Tour guide:

The group tours at scheduled dates (and private tours at custom date on request) will be accompanied by different expert guides and volcanologists on each location (Hawaii, Vanuatu & NZ, Indonesia). On request, the whole itinerary could be accompanied by a trained volcanologist from our team, Dr. Tom Pfeiffer or Yashmin Chebli.

Who has not dreamt of travelling around the world? Volcano Discovery makes this dream come true. Accompanied by one or several experts in each location, you'll embark on an "ever westward journey" to explore some of the most exciting volcanoes of the planet.
The program includes Kilauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes on Hawaii, Yasur on Vanuatu, White Island, Roturua, Ruhapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro in New Zealand, and in Indonesia Bromo volcano, the huge Tengger caldera, Semeru and Ijen volcano, crowned by a visit to a visit to Bali and an adventure to Krakatau, the volcano that changed the world.
Prepare to embrace an exciting mix of colors and tastes as well as cultures and customs as different as can be. You'll see active volcanoes and have a close-up look at hot lava; wander through the most spectacular of all known lava tubes; hike through desert and moonscapes to hellish sulphur lakes, geysers, fumaroles and bizarre geologic formations; and be treated to Yasur's nightly fireworks. By contrast, you'll also enjoy the sound and smells of rainforests, gentle coral beaches, the tropical breeze beneath coconut palms on Waikiki beach, as surfers head out to seek the perfect wave.

Round the World (24 days)

Day 1:	Flight Europe / America -> Hawaii, Waikiki Beach (Sat) The first leg around the world brings you to Honolulu, Hawai'i, where you can take a bus or taxi to your hotel on legendary Waikiki beach. --- Note: If your flight connection does not require an overnight on this day, you can alternatively start the tour directly in Hilo on Big Island, Hawaii. Acc.: : Beach hotel at Waikiki beach (or alternatively Hilo, Big Island)
Day 2:	Honolulu - Hilo (Big Island) - Kilauea volcano At around lunchtime flight to Hilo - meeting with your volcanologist guide & first encouter with active Kilauea volcano. Lava viewing if conditions permit and introduction to Hawai'i's volcanism. Acc.: : comfortable sea-side hotel in Hilo (sea view rooms) (B, D)
Day 3-4:	2 full days to explore Kilauea volcano Lava viewing, the Rift Zones and active craters of Kilauea volcano, the world's largest lava tube, an option to take a boat tour to see lava flowing into the sea from a boat are only some of the highlights during our expedition to Kilauea. Acc.: : as before (Hilo) (B, D)
Day 5-6:	Kona beaches - overnight flight to Auckland (New Zealand) (Wed) Today, we'll circle half of Big Island along a scenic route, passing the rift zone of Mauna Loa volcano and visit a gorgeous black sand beach where giant Green Sea Turtles are resting. We'll have the afternoon free to visit the sacred Hawai'ian sanctuary Pu'ukohola Heiau or / and one or two of Hawai'is most beautiful beaches on the dry and sunny Kona side. In the evening, after a dinner on the sea front of Kona, we go to the airport and fly to New Zealand via Honolulu. (arrival two days later as we cross the date line). Acc.: : in flight (B, D)
Day 7:	Auckland (free day to relax) Early arrival in Auckland, transfer to town. Free day in Auckland or optional excursion in the area. Acc.: : hotel in downtowm Auckland (B, D)
Day 8:	Flight to Vanuatu (Sat, 11 Sep) Acc.: : hotel at the beachfront in Port Vila (B, D)
Day 9:	Flight to Tanna - Transfer to Yasur volcano In the morning, we fly to Tanna island. A 4WD pick-up brings us accross the island to a simple, but charming guesthouse directly at the feet of Mt. Yasur volcano. After lunch, we drive and hike to Yasur volcano to enjoy its spectacular volcanic activity from close, as long as we wish... Acc.: : guesthouse on Tanna (B, L, D)
Day 10:	Day-trip to Port Resolution beach & Yasur volcano Relaxing day-trip to Port Resolution combined with a magnificent lunch on one of the world's most beautiful beaches... Visit of Yasur volcano in the evening/night. Acc.: : as before (Jungle Oasis) (B, L, D)
Day 11:	Yasur volcano & John Frum kastom village (spare day) This day is an extra day we can dedicate to the extraordinary volcano of Yasur. During the day, we could take a short excursion to the "kastom" village of John Frum at the feet of the volcano. Traditional ways of living and customs are still alive and the inhabitants follow a particular religious belief centered around the half-mythical John Frum (probably = "John from America")... Acc.: : as before (Jungle Oasis) (B, L, D)
Day 12:	Flight back to New Zealand (Wed, 15 Sep) In the morning, we fly back to Port Vila where we probably have time for a relaxed lunch at the waterfront. In the afternoon, we fly back to Auckland, where we will stay overnight in the same hotel in downtown where as before. Opportunity to explore Auckland's nightlife... Note: If the flight back to Auckland is early enough, we can instead leave directly to the charming town of Whakatane on the coast of the Bay of Plenty, facing White Island volcano. Acc.: : hotel in downtown Auckland or Whakatane (B, D)
Day 13:	White Island by boat + walk on the volcano - Roturoa - Hangi dinner in Roturoa Boat trip to White Island Volcano and walk on the active volcanic island. Opportunity to view dolphins and whales as well as spectacular bird life. In the afternoon, we drive to Roturoa where we assist the traditional official Maori welcoming ceremony followed by a delicious Hangi dinner. Acc.: : hotel in Roturoa (B, D)
Day 14:	Roturoa and its hydrothermal sites - Tarawera volcano Full day around Roturoa with its numerous, colorful hydrothermal sites, mud pools, geysers. Opportunity to take scenic charter flights (not included). In the afternoon, an optional guided hike to the spectacular summit craters of Tarawera volcano is offered. Acc.: : hotel in Roturoa (B)
Day 15:	Wai-O-Tapu - hot springs - Taupo caldera - Huka Falls - Mt Ruhapehu Visit the spectacular Wai-O-Tapu hydrothermal area in the morning and a natural hot spring where we can take a warm bath... We then leave the Roturoa area and drive to the immense Taupo caldera. Excursion to the spectacular Huka waterfalls. In the afternoon, continue to the ski resort Ohakune at the feet of Mt. Ruhapehu volcano. Acc.: : comfortable lodge in Ohakune (B)
Day 16:	Tongariro crossing (optional) / day for other activities in the area For those who like a challenging hike, the Tongariro Crossing is one of the best hikes in the world! We will organize permits and the required specialised tour guide on request. Otherwise, the area is full of volcanic and natural attractions and alternative options include scenic charter overflights over the area with its volcanoes (Ruhapehu, White Island, etc). trek) Acc.: : as before (Ohakune) (B, L, D)
Day 17:	Ruhapehu volcano - evening transfer to Auckland and overnight flight to Jakarta (Mo, 20 Sep) Additional excursions to the Taupo caldera (e.g. to a viewpoint of Ruhapehu volcano) and transfer in the afternoon to Auckland. After dinner, transfer to the airport and overnight flight to Jakarta. Acc.: : in flight (B, D)
Day 18:	Arrival in Jakarta - flight to Surabaya - Bromo caldera Arrival in Jakarta and connecting flight to Surabaya. Transfer to the spectacular Tengger caldera with Bromo volcano. Acc.: : bungalows at the Bromo caldera (B, L, D)
Day 19:	Bromo volcano & Tengger caldera Relaxed day to explore Bromo volcano and the Tengger caldera. Visit of the local volcano observatory and introduction to monitoring techniques of the volcano. Acc.: : as before (Bromo) (B, L, D)
Day 20:	Sunrise over the Tengger Kaldera - Transfer to Ijen volcano Jeep (or hike) to sunrise viewpoint - transfer to Ijen Plateau, coffee plantations, hot bath in nearby natural hot volcanic springs. Acc.: : guesthouse at coffee plantation near Ijen (B, L, D)
Day 21:	Kawah Ijen volcano - transfer to Bali Climb and visit of Ijen's crater, descend to the sulphur mining area and the turquoise acid crater lake. In the afternoon transfer to Bali. Acc.: : beach hotel on Bali (B, D)
Day 22:	Full day on Sanur beach - option for Batur volcano A full free day to unwind, enjoy the beach, and/or visit scenic Batur volcano in the interior of Bali. Acc.: : as before (Sanur beach) (B, D)
Day 23:	Flight back home or own extension program on Bali If you don't opt for taking part in the Krakatau expedition, your round the world journey, you fly back To Europe / N America from Bali. Depending on your flight time, you probably have most of the day to enjoy the beach before we bring you to the airport in time for your flight. Alternatively, an idea could be to spend a few more days in Bali or other parts of Indonesia as an own extension. On request, we can offer various programs (e.g. Lombok, Bali sightseing etc.) Acc.: : none (B)
Day 24:	Arrival in Europe / N America, connecting flight back home Acc.: : none (B)

Round-The-World (28 days including Krakatau)

Day 1-22:	same as day 1-22 above
Day 23:	Flight to Jakarta - transfer to the West coast (26 Sep) We take a morning flight to Jakarta, where a minibus picks us up and brings us straight to the West Coast. On the way, we see the remains of the old lighthouse of Anyer swept away by the 1883 tsunami and visit the Krakatau volcano observatory. The afternoon and evening are for you to relax on the beach, or to assist your guide in the final preparation for the expedition to the island (shopping for fresh food on the local market etc.). Acc.: : bungalow / hotel on the beach of Carita (B, L, D)
Day 24:	Sail to Krakatau volcano Boat trip to Krakatoa, camp on beach on Anak Krakatoa or neighboring island, climb Anak Kraktau (if conditions allowing). Acc.: : camp on Krakatau (B, L, D)
Day 25-26:	Another 2 full days for Krakatau volcano We spend another two full days & nights at and around Krakatau to observe the activity, relax, swim, snorkel in coral reefs, and explore the immense caldera with young Anak Krakatau island in the middle, the outer islands forming the caldera rim with their spectacular geologic formations including the huge 1883 pumice deposit. Acc.: : as before (camp on Krakatau) (B, L, D)
Day 27:	Return to West Coast - transfer to Jakarta - flight back to Europe (& America) In the morning, we break camp and return to the west coast. After lunch we return to Jakarta in time for the flight back home (arrival in Europe next morning) (connection to America or stopover in Europe). Acc.: : in flight (B, L, D)
Day 28:	Arrival in Europe / N America, connecting flight back home (Fri 1 Oct) Acc.: : none (B)

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