Travel map of Indonesia generally shows route planning within its archipelagic structure, and points to the links between major tourism centres that are located on different islands. Tourists tend to start with the main entry centres and then move to cultural centers or beach resorts so that they can experience various environments in one holiday. The sequencing of strategies minimises repetitive transit that is wasted and maximises exploration.

The key destinations that are usually involved are the capitals of cities, heritage centre and the leisure centre on the island, and they are connected by domestic flights, ferries, or road systems that enable the intercity or inter-island transport. Learning these relationships enables the travellers to imagine the distance of travelling and select the mode of transport depending on their schedule and the level of comfort they wish to experience. Through geographical description, a travel map serves to generate realistic expectations as to the time and availability of connectivity in the course of travelling by helping to avert difficulties in navigation and a more orderly journey throughout Indonesia.