
4 Days Jakarta Bandung WHOOSH Bullet Train
Ride Southeast Asia's first and only high-speed bullet train — covering 143 km from Bandung to Jakarta in just 34 minutes at speeds of 350 km/h. Combine this historic rail experience with Bandung's volcanic White Crater, iconic factory outlets, and Jakarta's cultural landmarks in one exciting 4-day private tour.
RM1735
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per person (twin sharing)
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Factory Outlets, Volcanoes & Southeast Asia's Only Bullet Train
The WHOOSH (Whoosh) — Indonesia's Kereta Cepat Jakarta Bandung — opened in 2023 as Southeast Asia's first high-speed railway, connecting Bandung and Jakarta at speeds up to 350 km/h. A journey that once took 3 hours by road now takes just 34 minutes by rail. This tour builds an unforgettable Bandung-Jakarta experience around that train ride: two days exploring Bandung's volcanic White Crater, famous leather goods district, and factory outlets, then a dramatic bullet train crossing to Jakarta for cultural sightseeing.
The itinerary is virtually identical to our White Crater Volcano package — with one critical upgrade. Instead of a road transfer from Bandung to Jakarta, you board the WHOOSH at Padalarang Station and arrive at Halim Station in Jakarta 34 minutes later, having crossed West Java's hills and valleys at a speed no road can match. All meals, entrance fees, the bullet train tickets, and your private guide are included from arrival at Jakarta airport to final departure.
Package Includes
- ✓Hotel accommodation (3 nights: 2 nights Bandung, 1 night Jakarta)
- ✓All meals as specified (Day 1: Lunch & Dinner; Days 2 & 3: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner; Day 4: Breakfast)
- ✓WHOOSH high-speed bullet train tickets (Padalarang to Halim)
- ✓All entrance fees
- ✓Airport transfers and all transport
- ✓English-speaking driver-guide
Not Included
- ×Flight tickets and taxes
- ×Compulsory tour tips RM40
- ×ETIQA Travel Insurance RM41
- ×High season surcharge
- ×Personal shopping expenses
- ×Items not listed in inclusions
What Makes This Trip Special

WHOOSH Bullet Train — 350 km/h Across West Java
Board the WHOOSH at Padalarang Station — a modern, airy terminal west of Bandung — and settle in for a 34-minute journey to Jakarta's Halim Station. The train reaches 350 km/h as it crosses the West Java countryside, making this the fastest ground travel experience in Southeast Asia. A genuine once-in-a-lifetime transport milestone.

Kawah Putih White Crater Volcano
A turquoise-white sulphuric crater lake formed by an 11th-century eruption of Mount Patuha, Kawah Putih is one of Java's most ethereal natural attractions. The colour of the water changes throughout the day and the cool highland air at 2,430 metres makes it a refreshing contrast to Bandung's city heat.

Rengganis Suspension Bridge
Southeast Asia's longest suspension bridge — a thrilling walk across a highland valley near the White Crater area, offering panoramic views of volcanic peaks, tea plantations, and Bandung's surrounding hills. An adrenaline highlight for those comfortable with heights.

Bandung Shopping & Jakarta Culture
Bandung's Riau factory outlets and Cibaduyut leather goods district offer Malaysian shoppers exceptional value, while Jakarta's Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and the National Monument (Monas) provide Indonesia's most comprehensive cultural experience — all covered in a single 4-day itinerary.
Your WHOOSH Bullet Train Journey
Arrive Jakarta > Bandung > Riau Factory Outlets
Lunch, Dinner
Your guide meets you at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta, and transfers you to Bandung — approximately 3 hours via the Cipularang Toll Road. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant en route. Arrive in Bandung, West Java's highland fashion capital at 768 metres above sea level. Head straight to the famous Riau factory outlet district — multiple outlet stores spread across the Riau-Setiabudi area offering branded and locally made fashion, embroidery, bags, and accessories at factory prices. A long-standing destination for Malaysian shoppers seeking quality clothing at excellent prices. Dinner at a local Bandung restaurant and overnight in the city.
Suggested activities
- Shop the Riau factory outlet district
- Browse embroidered fashion and Bandung clothing brands
- Explore Bandung's vibrant food scene near the hotel
Cibaduyut Leather > White Crater Volcano > Rengganis Bridge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After hotel breakfast, drive to Cibaduyut — Bandung's famous leather goods street, lined with workshops and showrooms producing and selling shoes, bags, wallets, belts, and jackets at prices far below retail. Browse the family-run stores and negotiate for the best deals on genuine leather products. After lunch, drive south into the volcanic highlands to Kawah Putih (White Crater) — one of Java's most photogenic natural attractions. The turquoise-white crater lake of Mount Patuha sits at 2,430 metres elevation, its colour shifting from jade green to milky white depending on sulphur concentration and time of day. The surrounding highland air is cool and fresh. Nearby, walk the Rengganis Suspension Bridge for sweeping views across the volcanic highland valley — one of West Java's most dramatic and photogenic viewpoints. Clubbing Lake Side offers additional vantage points over the crater complex. Dinner and overnight in Bandung.
Suggested activities
- Shop leather shoes and bags at Cibaduyut district
- Photograph Kawah Putih's colour-shifting crater lake
- Walk the Rengganis Suspension Bridge
- Cool highland air and volcanic scenery
Bandung > WHOOSH Bullet Train > Jakarta > Taman Mini > Monas
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After hotel breakfast and checkout, transfer to WHOOSH Station Padalarang — a sleek modern terminal that is the Bandung gateway to Indonesia's high-speed rail network. Board the WHOOSH (Kereta Cepat Jakarta Bandung) for one of Southeast Asia's most exciting transport experiences: 143 kilometres from Bandung to Jakarta covered in just 34 minutes at a top speed of 350 km/h. Arrive at Halim Station in East Jakarta and be collected by your guide. Lunch at a local Jakarta restaurant, then spend the afternoon exploring Indonesia's capital. Taman Mini Indonesia Indah is a vast cultural park where full-scale traditional houses from all 34 Indonesian provinces are displayed alongside cultural museums, craft workshops, and regular performing arts — the best single overview of Indonesia's extraordinary cultural diversity. Continue to Merdeka Square for the National Monument (Monas) — a 132-metre gold-tipped obelisk symbolising Indonesian independence since 1975, one of Southeast Asia's most iconic landmarks. Dinner and overnight in Jakarta.
Suggested activities
- Ride the WHOOSH bullet train at 350 km/h
- Explore Taman Mini Indonesia Indah cultural park
- Photograph Monas National Monument at golden hour
- Dinner at a Jakarta signature restaurant
Jakarta Shopping > Departure
Breakfast
A final hotel breakfast and checkout before a last burst of Jakarta shopping. Choose between Thamrin City Mall — a multi-storey bazaar specialising in batik, fashion, traditional crafts, and souvenirs — or Mangga Dua Square, Jakarta's hub for electronics, wholesale fashion, and accessories. Both are excellent for gifts and last-minute purchases. Your guide transfers you to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in good time for your departure flight back to Malaysia. End of tour.
Suggested activities
- Last shopping at Thamrin City or Mangga Dua
- Indonesian street food breakfast
- Airport transfer and departure
Choose Your Hotel
All hotels on twin-sharing basis
Standard
3-Star Hotels
Bandung: Tebu / Zest Sukajadi / Grand Cordela or Similar | Jakarta: Orchard Jayakarta / Ibis Styles Mangga Dua or Similar
- 2 adultsRM1,388 per person
From RM1388
per person
Superior
4-Star Hotels
Bandung: Grand Tebu / Novotel or Similar | Jakarta: Novotel Mangga Dua or Similar
- 2 adultsRM1,600 per person
From RM1600
per person
Why Book Through Dhesu
Dhesu Travel has been organising private Jakarta and Bandung tours for Malaysian travellers since 1988. We were among the first Malaysian agencies to incorporate the WHOOSH bullet train into our itineraries, and our ground team knows the Padalarang station procedures, boarding process, and optimal timing to make the most of this historic rail journey.
MATTA & IATA Registered
Fully licensed Malaysian travel agency, regulated and insured for your peace of mind.
Trusted Since 1988
Over 35 years arranging Indonesia tours — and now incorporating Indonesia's newest transport experience.
100% Private Tours
Your own guide and vehicle throughout — including a seamless bullet train boarding experience.
Bullet Train Tickets Included
WHOOSH train tickets from Padalarang to Halim are fully included in the package price — no extras.
WHOOSH Bullet Train Tour from Malaysia — 4 Days Jakarta Bandung
The WHOOSH (Kereta Cepat Jakarta Bandung) opened in October 2023 and immediately became one of Southeast Asia's most talked-about transport experiences. Travelling at up to 350 km/h, it covers the 143 km between Bandung's Padalarang Station and Jakarta's Halim Station in just 34 minutes — a journey that previously took 3 hours by road. This 4-day private tour builds on our popular White Crater Volcano package by replacing the road transfer with the bullet train, adding a genuinely memorable transit experience. Malaysian passport holders need no visa for Indonesia, and direct flights from KL to Jakarta (CGK) take under 2 hours. Starting from RM1,388 per person with all meals, transport, entrance fees, and bullet train tickets included.
Is the WHOOSH Worth It? What Malaysian Travellers Say
For Malaysian travellers accustomed to the ETS or KTM network, the WHOOSH is a revelation. The train is smooth, quiet, and extremely fast — 350 km/h feels comfortable inside the air-conditioned carriages. The stations at Padalarang and Halim are modern and well-organised, and boarding is straightforward with some prior guidance from your Dhesu guide. The 34-minute journey itself becomes a highlight of the trip rather than a transfer — many guests say it was the most talked-about part of their Bandung-Jakarta experience. If you're considering the standard road transfer versus the bullet train, the upgrade to RM1,388 (vs RM1,288) is well worth it for the experience alone.
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