The quickest way to get to East Java from Jakarta is by taking a domestic flight to Juanda International Airport in Surabaya, the capital city of East Java. From Surabaya, you can further travel to your destination by taking a connecting flight or using other modes of transportation, like buses, trains, or rented cars.

You can also get to East Java by boarding a train, which takes approximately 9-12 hours, or by taking a bus to Surabaya, which takes around 15-18 hours. Alternatively, if you own a car, you can drive to East Java by taking the Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road and continuing on the Trans-Java Toll Road until you reach Surabaya. This journey will take 12-14 hours.

East Java offers a wide range of fascinating tourist destinations you must visit. You can see beautiful natural landscapes or places with deep history or cultural heritage.

You can visit Mount Bromo, which offers a stunning view of the sunrise and otherworldly scenery of nature, or explore the beauty of Ijen Crater and its mesmerizing blue fire phenomenon and the turquoise lake.

Spend time in major cities like Surabaya or Malang to see historical landmarks, taste the local delicacies, visit the shopping districts, or even visit modern attractions like Suramadu Bridge, Jatim Park, or Batu Secret Zoo.

Of course, there are other destinations you mustn’t miss out on, such as Taman Safari Prigen, Baluran National Park, Pacitan, Madura Island, and many more!

To get to Mt. Bromo from Surabaya, you can rent a car or book a tour from Surabaya to Mt. Bromo, and this journey usually takes around 3-4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus to Probolinggo, which is the nearest town to Mt. Bromo. Take another minibus or angkot from there to Cemoro Lawang, the village at the mountain's base.

Once you reach Cemoro Lawang, you can explore the mountain by hiking or hiring a local jeep for a sunrise tour or even a complete tour of the area, which includes the Bromo crater, Savanna, and Teletubbies Hill.

The best time to visit Ijen Crater is during the dry season, which lasts from April to November. During these months, the weather will be sunny with low rainfall, making hiking to reach the crater easier.

When visiting East Java, make sure you don’t miss out on trying out the vibrant local cuisines. Some of the most popular include rawon, a dish made of cow meat with dark-colored broth made out of a spice called kluwek, bebek Madura, pecel Madiun, rucak cingur, and many more.