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Borobudur Sunrise & Merapi Volcano Tour: Temple climb
Borobudur Sunrise & Merapi Volcano Tour: Temple climb★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (1,124)12hA full-day heritage and adventure tour in Yogyakarta that takes you to three major temples—Borobudur, Merapi Volcano and Prambanan—with sunrise views from Setumbu Hill, a jeep ride across active volcano lava, and entry tickets to climb to the top of Borobudur included. Your driver speaks English and picks you up from your hotel; children from age 7 are welcome. A local guide joins you at Prambanan on some options.Is it for me?Book the VIP Sunrise option if you want to be on top of Borobudur when the sun breaks—the climb takes time and the crowds are smallest at dawn. Choose the Setumbu Hill sunrise if you prefer the view from outside the temple but still want the early light and the volcanoes in the frame. Pick the no-sunrise option if you're arriving late or prefer a later start and a more relaxed morning pace.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 99View ›
Borobudur & Prambanan Temple Climb: Priority Access to the Top
Borobudur & Prambanan Temple Climb: Priority Access to the Top★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (688)8hA full-day guided tour from Yogyakarta takes you to Borobudur Temple with priority access to climb to the summit, then Mendut monastery and Prambanan Temple complex. The tour includes entry tickets, transportation, an English-speaking driver and hotel pickup. Mendut is currently operating as a monastery rather than a temple site. Lunch is your choice and expense.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Yogyakarta's three most important temples in a single day without building the itinerary yourself—the driver handles the route, timing and all entry arrangements, so you just show up at your hotel ready to climb.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 49View ›
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Top Access & Prambanan Private Tour
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Top Access & Prambanan Private Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (398)8h–10hYou climb Borobudur's summit with a private guide, then visit Prambanan Temple the same day, both included with transport from your Yogyakarta hotel. The structure ticket for Borobudur's top is booked online after you confirm the tour—book early because only 150 people per hour are allowed up. Plan for a full day and skip same-day flights.Is it for me?Book this if you want to actually climb Borobudur instead of viewing it from the ground, and you'd rather not arrange two major temples, transport, and tickets separately—the guide handles the logistics and the structure access is locked in before you arrive.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 71View ›
Yogyakarta: Night Food Tour & Becak Rickshaw with Street Eats
Yogyakarta: Night Food Tour & Becak Rickshaw with Street Eats★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (355)3h–4hYou board a becak rickshaw at the Yogyakarta Monument and ride to seven food stops across the city center, tasting Javanese street food and local snacks at each one. The tour includes entry to Alun-Alun Kidul's fairground games, a traditional game experience, and herbal drinks, ending around 10pm. Groups stay under eight people, so the pace stays intimate and your guide can answer questions about what you're eating.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat your way through Yogyakarta's night scene without planning stops, negotiating with vendors, or figuring out where locals actually eat—the small group size and becak transport mean you move at a pace that lets you taste and talk, not rush.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 33View ›
Yogyakarta: Borobudur, Merapi Volcano & Prambanan Day Trip
Yogyakarta: Borobudur, Merapi Volcano & Prambanan Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (327)12hYou’ll climb Borobudur before crowds arrive, ride a jeep close to Merapi Volcano’s slopes, and wander through Prambanan’s temple shadows—all with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Hotel pickup makes it easy; all tickets are sorted for you. Expect real moments—incense on morning air, laughter with locals—and memories that stick around long after you leave Yogyakarta.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 125View ›
Yogyakarta Private Car Hire & Driver: Custom Itinerary
Yogyakarta Private Car Hire & Driver: Custom Itinerary★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (275)10hYou get a private driver for 10 hours to visit Yogyakarta's temples, palaces, markets and craft workshops on your schedule, with hotel pickup and an English-speaking guide included. The car waits at each stop so you're never rushed, and you avoid the confusion of navigating public transport or haggling for rides between sites. Fuel is covered; airport pickup costs extra.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Yogyakarta's main sites without arranging transport between stops or negotiating fares each time—the fixed 10-hour hire and waiting driver are what make a self-paced day possible without the usual friction of getting around the city.Free cancellationTravelers' pickTop ratedfrom · per groupUS$ 34View ›
Yogyakarta Bicycle Tour: Prambanan Temples & Villages
Yogyakarta Bicycle Tour: Prambanan Temples & Villages★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (250)2hA guided bicycle tour from Prambanan in Yogyakarta that cycles through rice fields and small villages to a hidden gem temple combining Hindu and Buddhist architecture, then visits local home industries where you learn to make traditional emping chips, taste fresh tofu and sample pure honey from stingless bees. The tour runs two hours with a live English or Javanese-speaking guide, bottled water, rain coat and tea or coffee included; children from age 2 are welcome.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour led by a local guide, so you're cycling with others and following a set route rather than exploring on your own pace. It suits travelers who want to move through the countryside on a bike, interact with people making traditional foods, and have someone explain what they're seeing—without the planning or navigation work.Free cancellationfromUS$ 22View ›
Borobudur Day Trip: Climb Both Temples in One Day
Borobudur Day Trip: Climb Both Temples in One Day★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (241)10h–12hYou climb Borobudur's levels past Buddha statues and stone reliefs, then drive to Prambanan to walk the 10th-century Hindu temple complex with its Ramayana carvings. All entrance tickets and transport are included, with an English-speaking driver who can add optional stops like sunrise viewpoints or Mount Merapi if you want to extend the day. Plan for a full day out — the climb and the distances are what make both temples possible in one trip.Is it for me?Right choice if you want both Borobudur and Prambanan in one day without arranging separate tickets and transport. The climb access at Borobudur is included, which sets this apart from tours that only offer ground-level viewing. Expect a full day out with physical effort on the temple levels — that's what makes seeing both sites in depth possible.Free cancellationfromUS$ 70View ›
Yogyakarta: Borobudur & Prambanan Climb with Pickup
Yogyakarta: Borobudur & Prambanan Climb with Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (238)8hYou climb inside two of Indonesia's most significant temples in a single day: Borobudur, where 504 Buddha statues sit hidden beneath stone spires, and Prambanan, the sprawling Hindu complex built to honor the Trimurti. A local guide leads you through both sites, manages entry fees and timing, and picks you up from your Yogyakarta hotel — so you spend the day moving through the temples themselves, not arranging logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both of Yogyakarta's major temples in one day without arranging transport, entry tickets, or timing yourself — the guide and pickup handle all of that, leaving you free to focus on the temples themselves.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 60View ›
Yogyakarta cycling tour: Riverside, Kraton & local life
Yogyakarta cycling tour: Riverside, Kraton & local life★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (213)3hA 3-hour cycling tour of Yogyakarta that starts at MOANA Hub Prawirotaman and loops through riverside areas, the Kraton palace grounds and hidden neighborhoods, led by a local guide in English. The tour includes a mountain or city bike, helmet, refreshments and a chance to meet residents and taste local snacks at a traditional market. Minimum age is 17; moderate fitness is needed for the 11km route.Is it for me?The tour starts at MOANA Hub in Prawirotaman and loops back there, so if you're staying nearby or using public transport to reach the hub, you don't need a car or a separate ride to the meeting point—just show up and ride. The afternoon departure works if you want to sleep in; the morning slot gets you back by mid-morning.Free cancellationfromUS$ 50View ›
Borobudur & Prambanan temple climb: Private tour from Yogyakarta
Borobudur & Prambanan temple climb: Private tour from Yogyakarta★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (212)10hA private full-day tour from Yogyakarta that takes you to Borobudur and Prambanan temples with guaranteed access to climb both structures to their peaks. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Yogyakarta city area, English-speaking guide at Borobudur, all tickets and transport included. The tour runs 10 hours and does not operate on Mondays when Prambanan is closed.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to climb both temples in a single day without arranging transport, tickets, or logistics yourself—the private format means your group sets the pace at each site, and all access and entry are confirmed before you arrive.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 45View ›
Yogyakarta: Selogriyo Temple & Rice Terraces Trek with Hidden Waterfall
Yogyakarta: Selogriyo Temple & Rice Terraces Trek with Hidden Waterfall★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (207)10hYou trek through working rice terraces in the Magelang foothills, visit a remote Hindu temple surrounded by gardens, meet local farmers and hear their stories, then hike to a hidden waterfall below Mount Merapi. Transport, entry fees, and a small group (under 10 people) are all arranged — you just show up at your hotel and get picked up.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the rice terraces and temples around Yogyakarta without spending a full day arranging transport, finding the unmarked waterfall, or navigating the terrain alone — the small group size and local guide handle all of that, and you're back at your hotel by early afternoon.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 40View ›
Borobudur & Prambanan: Climb Up Tour with Pickup & Local Guide
Borobudur & Prambanan: Climb Up Tour with Pickup & Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (171)8h–10hYou’ll climb Borobudur before crowds arrive, guided by a local who knows every story carved into its stones. Wander Prambanan’s dramatic towers as sunlight shifts across ancient reliefs. Enjoy easy pickup from your hotel and skip ticket lines—just focus on soaking up temple life and maybe sharing a laugh with your guide along the way.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefromUS$ 21View ›
1 Day Yogyakarta Tour: Borobudur, Merapi Lava, Prambanan
1 Day Yogyakarta Tour: Borobudur, Merapi Lava, Prambanan★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (149)8h–10hA full-day guided tour of Yogyakarta covers Borobudur temple, the lava fields and slopes of Mount Merapi, and Prambanan temple complex with private transportation, an English-speaking driver, air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water and hotel pickup included. Entrance tickets are booked separately.Is it for me?Book this if you're visiting solo or with one or two others and want a driver who navigates while you move between three temples and volcanic sites at your own pace.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 65View ›
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Sunrise & Merapi Jeep with Prambanan
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Sunrise & Merapi Jeep with Prambanan★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (138)10hYou start before sunrise on Setumbu Hill overlooking Borobudur, then spend two hours inside the temple exploring 504 Buddha statues and climbing the structure. A 4WD jeep takes you up Mount Merapi's slopes with viewpoints across the valley, followed by entry to Prambanan Temple, the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia. Hotel pickup, a local guide, all entry fees, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included; the full day ends with drop-off back at your accommodation.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Yogyakarta's three main temples and volcano in one full day without arranging transport, guides, or entry tickets separately — the early start and fixed schedule are what fit all three sites plus the jeep ride into a single afternoon return.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 85View ›
Yogyakarta: Prambanan Temple & Ramayana Ballet with Dinner
Yogyakarta: Prambanan Temple & Ramayana Ballet with Dinner★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (137)7hYou visit Prambanan Temple with a local guide, watch the Ramayana Ballet performance from a VIP seat with fireworks and live gamelan music, and eat traditional Indonesian dinner with the temple grounds as your backdrop. The show runs Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings; outdoor performances happen May–October, indoor shows November–April. Confirm your preferred date before booking.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Prambanan Temple and the Ramayana Ballet in one evening without arranging transport, dinner reservations, or theater tickets separately — the fixed schedule and included guide mean you show up and the night unfolds on time.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 110View ›
Borobudur & Prambanan Temples Tour with Ramayana Ballet
Borobudur & Prambanan Temples Tour with Ramayana Ballet★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (125)12hA full-day tour from Yogyakarta visits three major sites: Borobudur temple with priority access to climb to the top, Prambanan temple complex with its Hindu shrines and Ramayana reliefs, and an evening performance of the Ramayana Ballet staged against Prambanan's backdrop. The tour includes an English-speaking driver, entrance fees, air-conditioned transport and parking; the ballet runs Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with alternative performances on other days. Lunch and dinner are not included, and a local temple guide costs extra if you want one inside the sites.Is it for me?Choose this if you want the driver's English commentary throughout the day and can decide at checkout whether to add a local temple expert—otherwise you'll explore Borobudur, Prambanan, and the evening Ramayana Ballet at your own pace.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −26%fromUS$ 136View ›
Mount Bromo & Ijen Volcano 3-Day Tour from Yogyakarta
Mount Bromo & Ijen Volcano 3-Day Tour from Yogyakarta★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (113)3dA 3-day small-group tour from Yogyakarta takes you to Mount Bromo for sunrise, then to Ijen Crater for a midnight hike and the chance to see blue flames at the rim. The route ends with drop-off in Bali. All transport, accommodation in Bromo and Bondowoso, entry fees, and breakfast are included; you travel with a guide who speaks English and handles the driving between sites.Is it for me?The tour runs on a fixed schedule with early starts and a midnight hike, so it suits travelers with moderate fitness who are ready for long days and can move at the group's pace. If you need flexibility in timing or prefer a slower rhythm, look for a private option or a longer itinerary that spreads the same ground over more days.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 375View ›
Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour: Learn Java Dishes
Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour: Learn Java Dishes★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (112)3hA half-day cooking class in Yogyakarta's traditional village of Bantul combines a morning or afternoon market tour with hands-on instruction from a chef who teaches you to prepare yellow rice, chicken galanggal, tempe and tofu caramelize, gudangan, martabak and a local dessert. Hotel pickup, all ingredients, lunch and an English-speaking guide are included; children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this class if you want to cook real Javanese food, not watch a demonstration—you handle the knife work, the seasoning and the plating, then eat what you made. The market stop at the start means you understand where the ingredients come from before you cook with them.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 35View ›
Borobudur, Merapi & Prambanan Private Tour: Climb both temples
Borobudur, Merapi & Prambanan Private Tour: Climb both temples★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (110)12hYou climb through Borobudur Temple with a local guide explaining its construction and history, then ride a 4x4 jeep across Mount Merapi's volcanic slopes to see Alien Rock and a wartime bunker, and finish at Prambanan, the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia. Entry tickets, transport, water, and hotel pickup are included; the full day takes you through three major sites without arranging logistics yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Yogyakarta's three major temples and Mount Merapi in one day without arranging separate transport, tickets, or timing — the private guide and fixed itinerary handle all of that, leaving you free to actually look around.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 50View ›
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