The Ultimate West Java Road Trip: Where to Stop, What to Do, and More

West Java Road Trip – During a pandemic, it’s kinda risky to travel far. What you can do is to explore destinations near home that are reachable via land transportation. Have you ever thought about going on a road trip? Imagine that you can discover new experiences in Indonesia — all within driving distance! 

Luckily, the Indonesian government has built the Trans-Java toll road that connects Merak in Banten to Pasuruan in East Java. You can embark on a journey, stop at any destination you like, and go again. During the road trip, remember to always pay attention to coronavirus-related restrictions in your destination and stay safe by implementing the health protocols all the time. You don’t want to get sick on the road, right? ???

West Java Road Trip Uncovered

How expensive is Indonesia to travel? Depends on your expense, of course. However, generally, the cost of travel in Indonesia is affordable, especially if you go on a road trip by car. If you want to drive, make sure your car is in a good shape (schedule regular maintenance if you need to). 

If you prefer to save your energy, you can use City to City service from tiket.com that allows you to travel from one city to another comfortably. Check out the available City to City services at tiket.com here. 

Best Stopover Destinations in West Java

How do you find fun stops on a road trip across West Java? Well, we’ve done the research for you so you can just sit back and relax. Scroll below, and thanks us later ~ 

First Stop: Karawang

Start your journey from Karawang, one of the cities in West Java that is famous for its natural attractions and comfy accommodations.

Tourist Attractions

1. Curug Cigentis

First thing first. Visit the beautiful Curug Cigentis waterfall to refresh your mind after a busy weekday. On your way to the waterfall, you can stop by in a village. In this small village, you can do some activities such as playing in the waterpark or eating some snacks. 

After about 15 minutes of trekking, you will be able to enjoy the scenic view of the waterfall surrounded by greeneries. You can play with the water or just sit down around the area to relax. Don’t forget to show your best pose and take lots of pictures! The facilities around the area are sufficient; there are restrooms and a restaurant. 

2. Cipule Lake

Cipule Lake is a popular lake in Karawang. Locals love to come to the lake to enjoy the surroundings. The lake is about 20 kilometers from the city center. When you’re there, you can get on a boat to Love Island which is located in the middle of the lake. It’s a nice place to explore with your loved ones!

The lake is also a hidden gem for photography lovers. It’s easy to find the best angles for photographs. Enjoy the fresh air and natural scenery there, t-mates!

Hotel Recommendations in Karawang

1. Delonix Hotel Karawang

Situated in the heart of Karawang, Delonix Hotel is a luxury hotel suitable for business travelers or tourists. The hotel boasts 289 spacious rooms, which include hotel rooms and serviced apartments. You can choose either to stay in a room with a garden or golf views.

Spoil yourself with complete facilities in the room such as TV, free Wi-Fi, and a work desk. In the hotel, you can enjoy other facilities such as a swimming pool, meeting rooms, and three restaurants offering delicious dishes. Delonix hotel provides a shuttle service to go to nearby shopping malls. Can’t wait for a West Java road trip? Huh?

2. Swiss-Belinn

A three-star hotel inKarawang that is located in the center of Karawang industrial area: Swiss-Belinn. The hotel is accessible via Cikampek toll road. Near the hotel, you can find shopping centers, golf courts, and entertainment districts. In the hotel, there is a huge outdoor swimming pool.

The room is equipped with a minibar, an LED TV, a safe box, and a microwave. It uses a modern minimalist design.

Second Stop: Purwakarta

Tourist Attractions in Purwakarta

1. Taman Welas Asih

Taman Welas Asih is a new magnet in Purwakarta. It is a huge park with colorful flowers. At night, you can see the attraction of the water fountain with colorful lights. When you come to Purwakarta, don’t forget to stop by this attraction to unwind.

2. Kuburan Kereta Purwakarta (Train Graveyard)

Wanna go to the anti-mainstream destination? Try visiting Kuburan Kereta Purwakarta. This is a unique attraction because you can see dozens of trains stacked on top of each other. The place looks like a post-apocalyptic world. Those trains are being abandoned and left there in Purwakarta. 

Somehow, the decayed carriages become so artistic, so many people stop by this place to take photographs. An Indonesian movie called “Surat Cinta Untuk Starla” even used this location as a setting. 

Hotel Recommendation in Purwakarta

Prime Plaza Hotel 

This 5-star hotel will make your vacay memorable! With its complete amenities such as a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool, a golf driving range, and an archery area. If you wanna relax inside the room, go for it! Turn on the TV and just relax on the bed.

Feeling hungry? Well, there is a Japanese restaurant and a cafe in the hotel. You can spend a whole day in the hotel without feeling bored. 

Third Stop: Subang

Tourist Attractions in Subang

Pamoyanan Hill

Catch a beautiful sunrise at Pamoyanan Hill, Subang! After a stop in Purwakarta, you are up again to enjoy a natural attraction, right? We recommend you to stop at Subang to enjoy a scenic panoramic view of Pamoyanan Hill. 

Some activities you can do there are going camping or sipping a cup of coffee or tea. If you choose to come there in the evening, you can enjoy the sunset and city lights. It’s a magnificent scenery!

Hotel Recommendation in Subang

Favehotel

Favehotel is a simple yet cozy accommodation in Subang. It has free Wi-Fi access available in all rooms. The room has a flat-screen TV, complimentary toiletries, and a shower. 

If you want to enjoy your time in the hotel, you can have lunch/ dinner at the on-site Lime Coffee Shop. You can relax by the pool if you want to.

Favehotel is about a 1-hour drive from Tangkuban Perahu, a popular tourist destination, and a 1-hour drive from Kertajati International Airport.

Fourth Stop: Cirebon

Culinary

Jamblang Rice

Don’t forget to try the legendary Jamblang rice when you visit Cirebon. It is unique rice topped with tofu, meat stews, satay, scrambled eggs, cooked chili, tofu, and tempeh. Basically, you can choose the fillings you prefer! It is served using a buffet system. 

In Cirebon, there are many restaurants that sell Jamblang rice. One of the popular places is Nasi Jamblang Bu Nur. Many people flock to this restaurant to try this legendary food, so you better come early!

Hotel Recommendation in Cirebon

Grage Hotel

Grage Hotel is located in the main city of Cirebon. It is just beside Grage Mall Cirebon. The hotel features two swimming pools, a restaurant, a spa, and a business center. Guests can access free Wi-Fi in the hotel. 

You can enjoy continental cuisine at Calantha Bistro or Jasmine Lounge in the hotel. How about relaxing by the poolside? It is a way to relieve stress with your loved ones.  Plan for a road trip to West Java soon, t-mates!

Tourist Spot in Cirebon

Pink Ice Cream

Spice up your social media feed by taking as many pictures as you want at the Pink Ice Cream Cirebon! This place offers 10 different photo spots with colorful backgrounds. For instance, you can take a picture in a room decorated with hanging cherries. Moreover, you can go to the strawberry kiss room and take photos with the background of cute painting walls. It’s going to be a fun experience inside!

Feel Inspired? Time to Explore West Java!

Woohoo! You’ve got a lot of inspiration for where to explore in West Java. Now, it’s time to plan your trip! How about going on a road trip for the long weekend? Whenever you are ready, complete your trip by buying some tickets at tiket.com. It’s more cost-efficient and simpler!

Hopefully, this article can inspire you to travel to West Java via Trans-Java toll road. For more inspiration, you can check out the tiket.com blog. Cheers!