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Borobudur, Prambanan & Mount Merapi Sunrise: 2-Day Private Java Tour

Temples

With hotel

Java

Beyond Bali

This private two-day tour from Yogyakarta combines cultural sites with a visit to one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes. The first day is dedicated to Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist temple in the world, where you walk through terraces lined with reliefs and Buddha statues. The route continues to Prambanan Temple, a Hindu complex with temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma.

On the second day, the focus shifts to the slopes of Mount Merapi. Before sunrise, you head out in 4WD jeeps across lava fields and areas shaped by past eruptions. Stops include the “Alien Stone” and the Museum Sisa Hartaku, which offers insight into local life and volcanic activity.

In the evening, you return to Jambuluwuk Hotel, with time to rest after the day’s visits.

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Borobudur temple Tour: 1 night at Jambuluwuk Hotel and sunrise by jeep

Private

Spanish speaking guide - driver

2 days

Jeep tour

(5 reviews)

84 booked

Rp 4,400,000

Rp 4,700,000

– 12% off 4 pax

Borobudur temple Tour: 1 night at Jambuluwuk Hotel and sunrise by jeep

Private

English speaking guide - driver

2 days

Jeep tour

(5 reviews)

98 booked

Rp 4,400,000

Rp 4,700,000

– 11% off 4 pax

Borobudur temple Tour: 1 night at Jambuluwuk Hotel and sunrise by jeep

Private

French speaking guide - driver

2 days

Jeep tour

(5 reviews)

93 booked

Rp 4,400,000

Rp 4,700,000

– 10% off 4 pax

Borobudur temple Tour: 1 night at Jambuluwuk Hotel and sunrise by jeep

Private

сorean-speaking guide-driver

2 days

Jeep tour

(5 reviews)

70 booked

Rp 4,500,000

Rp 4,700,000

Jambuluwuk Hotel Deluxe room

Rp 4,400,000

What to expect

Day 1 — Discover Yogyakarta's Majestic Temples

Morning transfer

Early in the morning, around 08:00 AM, a guide from Java Tours will meet you at Yogyakarta airport.

Tour program

You will head to the Prambanan temple complex and learn about its history. You’ll walk around the grounds and explore individual temples, including the main Shiva temple, which features many bas-reliefs depicting deities and animals, as well as learn about the daily life of Javanese people in the 9th century.

Next, you will visit the Sultan's Palace, Kraton. This is an entire complex with squares, streets, a mosque, shops and stalls, a music and dance pavilion, an armory, stables, and a palace museum. Take photos of the decorated ceremonial gates and the old platform, walk through the inner rooms of the palace and the local streets and shops.

After that, you will go to Borobudur temple. Beforehand, you can enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants. Then you will have an exciting tour of the ancient temple. You will walk through all its levels and admire the unique architecture. The bas-reliefs on the walls tell the story of Buddhism. On the upper platform, there are 72 small bell-shaped stupas and one main central stupa. Each stupa has special diamond-shaped openings through which you can see the Buddha statues hidden inside. According to legend, those who touch the fingers of the statue will be blessed with happiness and good luck. Enjoy the surrounding natural scenery and take stunning photos of the temple against the backdrop of tropical forest and mountains.

Transfer to the hotel

In the evening, around 17:00 - 18:00, after you finish exploring the temple, the transfer will take you to Jambuluwuk Hotel, where you will check in and rest.

Day 2 — Experience the Thrill of Mount Merapi

The day starts at 4:00 AM with a trip to the base of Mount Merapi, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. Before sunrise, you switch to 4WD jeeps and head across lava fields.

You’ll watch the sunrise from the slope, with views of the crater in the early morning light. The route passes through areas affected by past eruptions, including damaged buildings and the well-known “Alien Stone”.

The program also includes a visit to a bunker and the Museum Sisa Hartaku (“House of Memory”), which gives an insight into life in the area.

Around 8:00 AM, you return to the hotel for breakfast and time to freshen up before heading to the airport.

Important information:

When booking your tickets, please pay attention to the arrival airport. You need to arrive at Yogyakarta (YIA) – Yogyakarta International Airport, not Jakarta. The recommended arrival time is between 7:00 and 8:00 AM, and the recommended departure time is after 1:00 PM.

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Iurii

01.04.24

Borobudur temple Tour: 1 night at Jambuluwuk Hotel and sunrise by jeep

A very intense 2-day tour, lots of interesting places, an excellent guide - I learned a lot of new things about the places we visited, the island, and Indonesia in general - special thanks to Yusuf! The morning weather hid the sunrise, but the views and the route didn't get any worse because of it. We also didn't go to the palace, instead, we visited another temple with a magical tree nearby - for me, that's even better. Also, in this tour, the cancellation policy is a bit more lenient, which is pleasing, although it won't save you from a sudden flight cancellation by the local airline. And on the downside - no one likes solo travelers :'( This time I paid a little less than for two, but still almost double the price, as I travel alone.

What's included

transfer from the airport
Spanish-speaking guide - driver
entrance fees to temples
lunch (Indonesian cuisine)
1 night and breakfast at Jambuluwuk Hotel
surcharge of Rp 200,000 / auto for drop off to YIA airport or hotels around YIA airport
plane tickets from Bali to Java, Yogyakarta Airport

passport or passport copy for boarding
camera
sunscreen
long-sleeve shirt
hat
money for personal expenses
snack for the duration of the tour

Borobudur Temple is closed on Mondays
duration 10 hours, starting time 8:00 am
children from 0 - 3 years old free
from 3 years old for the price of an adult
temple visits are not recommended for women during the menstrual cycle

refunds are issued with a 10% fee deducted from the total payment if the cancellation is made at least 48 hours before the start of the event.
if the cancellation is made more than 24 hours before the tour start time, a 50% cancellation fee will be charged.
if the cancellation is made less than 24 hours before the tour start time, a 100% cancellation fee will be charged.
refunds will be processed based on the exchange rate set by the Bank of Indonesia on the day of payment.
refund requests are reviewed within 5 calendar days from the date of the request.
refunds will be processed within 14 calendar days from the date of the request.

Hotel Jambuluwuk Hotel Cancellation Policy:

low season: if the cancellation is made more than 7 days prior to arrival, there is no penalty.
low season: if the cancellation is made less than 7 days prior to arrival, a penalty of one night of the booking cost will be charged.
high/peak season: if the cancellation is made more than 14 days prior to arrival, there is no penalty.
high/peak season: if the cancellation is made less than 14 days prior to arrival, a penalty of 100% of the booking cost will be charged.

Rp 4,400,000