17 days in Los Angeles & Jakarta Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Change things up with these side-trips from Los Angeles: Anaheim (Disneyland Park & Disney California Adventure Park), San Diego (USS Midway Museum & Stone Brewing Tap Room - Kettner) and Annie's Canyon Trail (in Solana Beach). Pack the 6th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. The adventure continues: look and learn at Griffith Observatory, stroll through Venice Beach and Boardwalk, catch a movie at California Science Center, and get to know the fascinating history of Santa Monica Pier.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Los Angeles tour itinerary maker site.

Sacramento to Los Angeles is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Sacramento, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Los Angeles, ranging from highs of 75°F to lows of 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Jakarta.

The capital and largest city of Indonesia, Jakarta offers the kind of cultural, historical, and natural stimulation expected from the most populous city in Southeast Asia.

Jakarta is known for shopping, sightseeing, and theme parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: buy something for everyone on your list at Lippo Mall Puri at Saint Moritz, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, steep yourself in history at Lapangan Banteng, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

For traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Jakarta trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Jakarta takes 21.5 hours. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Western Indonesia Time (WIB), which is usually a 15 hour difference. In May, Jakarta is somewhat warmer than Los Angeles - with highs of 90°F and lows of 77°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Wed) to allow time for the flight back home.