4-Day Yogyakarta to Bali Tour: Bromo, Ijen & Tumpaksewu

You trek to two volcano summits and watch blue fire burn at midnight on the same journey.

A 4-day private tour from Yogyakarta to Bali visiting Tumpaksewu Waterfall, Mount Bromo and Ijen Crater, with English-speaking guide, all park entry fees, transport, three nights of accommodation and ferry passage included. Solo travelers get a private room. Pairs share. The blue fire phenomenon at Ijen is a natural occurrence and not guaranteed. Meals are your own choice.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Transfer to Lumajang from Yogyakarta

• Drive from Yogyakarta to Lumajang
• Overnight at hotel in Pronojiwo, Lumajang

Day 2: Explore Tumpaksewu Waterfall and Transfer to Bromo

• Trek to Tumpaksewu Waterfall
• Explore Tumpaksewu Waterfall surroundings
• Transfer to Cemoro Lawang, Bromo area
• Overnight at hotel in Bromo area

Day 3: Bromo Sunrise and Transfer to Bondowoso City

• Early morning visit to Penanjakan viewpoint
• Trek to Mount Bromo summit
• Return to hotel and have breakfast
• Check out and transfer to Bondowoso
• Overnight at hotel in Bondowoso

Day 4: Ijen Blue Fire Trek and Transfer to Bali

• Drive from Bondowoso to Ijen Crater
• Midnight trek to Ijen Crater
• Transfer to Ketapang Harbour
• Ferry to Bali

The experience

The route runs seven hours by highway from Yogyakarta to Lumajang on day one, where you stay overnight. Day two takes you to Tumpaksewu Waterfall, a 120-meter cascade surrounded by forest and cliffs that requires a trek through steep terrain to reach. From there, you transfer to Cemoro Lawang village in the Bromo area for your second night. Day three starts before dawn at Penanjakan viewpoint to watch the sunrise over Mount Bromo's volcanic peaks and the Sea of Sand, then you trek to the summit itself, ascending stairs and walking the crater rim to peer into the steaming caldera. After roughly four to five hours of exploration, you return to the hotel, have breakfast, and drive to Bondowoso for your third night. On day four, you travel about ninety minutes to Ijen Crater, then trek at midnight to witness the blue fire phenomenon: a natural sulfur burn that lights the crater floor. The journey ends with a ferry ride from Ketapang Harbour to Bali.

Everything is arranged: your English-speaking driver acts as tour manager throughout. Local guides meet you at each site. Transport comes with air conditioning. Trekking gear at Mount Ijen includes a gas mask and headlamp. Three nights of accommodation are standard rooms, shared for two people (solo travelers receive a private room instead). Park entrance fees, the Bromo jeep rental, the Ijen national park fee and donations, the ferry ticket to Bali, and a mineral bottle on board are all covered. You handle your own lunch and dinner, and tipping the driver and guide is optional.

The physical demand is moderate to high: you rise before dawn, trek uphill to volcano summits, and hike at night to the crater. The blue fire is a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Weather in the mountains is not controllable, so pack accordingly. Local time in Java and Bali differs from your home zone.

What’s included

• English-speaking driver and local guides at each site.
• private air-conditioned transport throughout.
• three nights of standard accommodation (private room for solo travelers, shared room for pairs).
• Tumpaksewu waterfall entrance fee.
• Bromo National Park entry and jeep rental.
• Mount Ijen trekking equipment (gas mask and headlamp).
• Ijen National Park entrance fee and donations.
• ferry ticket from Java to Bali.
• mineral bottle on board.

Options for this experience

2 options

Excluding hotel transfer in BaliGuide in English · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00Standard hotel accommodation: a standard hotel room (twin or large bed) shared by two guests, with a private bathroom and breakfast included. Excluding Bali hotel transfer: transfer to Bali from Java by ferry is included, but the transfer from the Bali port to the hotel is not. Duration: 4 days, from Yogyakarta to Bali via Tumpaksewu Waterfall, Mount Bromo and Mount Ijen to see the blue fire. Breakfast is included on 3 days, served at the hotel as a buffet or packed meal. Private transport in a car or van, depending on group size. A local guide accompanies you at every site, speaking English. Pickup is included.

Including hotel transfer in BaliGuide in English · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00Standard hotel accommodation: a standard hotel room (twin or large bed) shared by two guests, with a private bathroom and breakfast included. Including Bali hotel transfer: transfer from the Bali port to any area in Bali is included, except Nusa Penida. A local guide accompanies you at every site, speaking English. Duration: 4 days, from Yogyakarta to Bali via Tumpaksewu Waterfall, Mount Bromo and Mount Ijen to see the blue fire. Breakfast is included on 3 days, served at the hotel as a buffet or packed meal. Car or van, depending on group size. Pickup is included.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00

Book up to6h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (under 16)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Journeast Indonesia Tour and Travel

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you want a fully arranged four-day journey with no hidden costs and no need to book transport, park fees or accommodation separately. Everything is locked in from the start. The private format means your group sets the pace at each stop, and the English-speaking guide handles logistics so you focus on the volcanoes and waterfalls.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 16).

How far is the drive from Yogyakarta to the first stop?

The highway journey to Lumajang takes around seven hours by car, covering the distance on day one before you overnight there.

What is Tumpaksewu Waterfall like to visit?

Tumpaksewu is a 120-meter waterfall in Lumajang with a wide, curtain-like flow of water, surrounded by lush forest and cliffs. Reaching it requires trekking through a forest path and descending a steep slope, making it an adventure for nature lovers and photographers.

Do I climb Mount Bromo itself?

Yes. After watching the sunrise from Penanjakan viewpoint, you trek to Mount Bromo's summit, ascending stairs and walking the crater rim to look into the steaming caldera. The whole exploration takes roughly four to five hours.

What happens at Ijen Crater?

You trek to Ijen Crater at midnight to see the blue fire: a natural sulfur burn that illuminates the crater floor. This phenomenon is not guaranteed because it depends on natural conditions, and you'll be equipped with a gas mask and headlamp for the trek.

How do I get to Bali at the end?

After Ijen, you transfer to Ketapang Harbour and board a ferry to Bali, which is included in the tour price.

What if I'm traveling alone?

Solo travelers receive a private room for all three nights instead of sharing, at no extra cost.