Ah, the Dieng Plateau, an Indonesian slice of paradise, mostly unknown to the rest of the world. Volcanoes roam across the landscape, casting their mighty shadows across ancient temples and peaceful lakes.

It can feel like Switzerland here, so serene and bucolic high in the mountains. Yet it’s undeniably Java, from the rice paddies that crisscross the land to the sound of temple bells.

With an expert local guide you can expect a lot of surprise, in destinations not yet known to Instagram or other social media channels.