Trowulan Tour from Surabaya: Majapahit Kingdom Ruins

Five temples, a royal bath and the artifacts that tell the Majapahit story

A guided tour of Trowulan, the former capital of the Majapahit Kingdom and Indonesia's most important archaeological site, departing from Surabaya. The 1.5-hour drive reaches temples including Wringin (the largest in Trowulan and believed to be the main gate to the capital) along with the Museum of Trowulan housing sculptures, ceramics and jewelry from the empire. A professional English-speaking guide explains the history behind each site. Lunch and bottled water are included. Hotel pickups operate as private tours. Cruise passengers join small shared groups with others from the same ship.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Majapahit Kingdom ruins

• Pickup from Surabaya
• Visit Wringin temple main gate
• See temple with rat statues
• Explore Parwati temple carvings
• Tour Museum of Trowulan artifacts
• Visit Brahma temple pyramid

The experience

Wringin temple anchors this tour as the largest structure in Trowulan and the believed main entrance to the Majapahit capital. From there, the day moves through four more temples: Rat Temple, named for the statues inside and dedicated to Durga; Parwati Temple with its intricate carvings; and Brahma Temple, recognizable by its stepped pyramid design. Between the temples sits the Museum of Trowulan, where the artifacts that survived centuries are laid out: sculptures, ceramics, jewelry and other relics that show what the empire actually built and valued. A knowledgeable guide walks you through each stop, connecting the architecture and objects to the stories of the Majapahit Kingdom, one of Southeast Asia's greatest empires.

The tour runs 6 to 7 hours total and includes a driver, fuel, parking fees, lunch and bottled water for each person. Pickup happens from your hotel anywhere in Surabaya, or from the cruise port if you're arriving by ship. If you book from a hotel, the tour operates as a private booking for your group. Cruise passengers are grouped with others from the same vessel into a small shared tour. The Museum of Trowulan closes on Mondays, so plan accordingly if that's your travel day.

What’s included

• Professional English-speaking guide who explains the history and stories behind each site.
• lunch and bottled water for each person.
• vehicle with driver and fuel.
• parking fees at all sites.
• pickup from any hotel in Surabaya or from the cruise port.

Options for this experience

4 options

Private tour from Surabaya hotelGuide in English · 10 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 12:00Lunch at a hotel or restaurant is included. This option is for a daily private tour with pickup and drop-off at your Surabaya hotel. Please note the museum is closed on Mondays. Pickup is included.

Surabaya Cruise PortGuide in English · Available from 4 Nov · 9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 12:00Shared tour for cruise passengers in a comfortable group size, with on-time pickup from the port and drop-off back at the port. Pickup is included.

Azamara PursuitGuide in English · Only on 18 Nov · 11:00, 11:30 and 12:00A shared tour with fellow passengers from the Azamara Pursuit cruise. We collect you straight from the cruise port. Pickup is included.

Oceania NauticaGuide in English · Available from 4 Dec · 07:30 and 08:00A shared tour with fellow passengers from the Oceania cruise. We will collect you directly from the cruise port. Pickup is included.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day10 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 12:00

AgesAdult (5 to 90 years) · Under 5: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 15

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 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendly

Operated by East Journey Travel

Is this one for you?Book from a hotel for a private tour, or join other cruise passengers for a small shared group if you're arriving by ship. The guide's knowledge of the Majapahit Kingdom transforms the ruins from stones into a narrative, so this works best for travelers who want to understand what they're looking at rather than simply photograph it.

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Top questions

How far is Trowulan from Surabaya?

Trowulan is located 1.5 hours from Surabaya by car, making it reachable as a single day trip without an overnight stay.

What is Wringin temple and why does the tour start there?

Wringin temple is the largest temple in Trowulan and is believed to have been the main gate to the Majapahit capital, so it sets the context for understanding the layout and importance of the ancient city.

What can I see at the Museum of Trowulan?

The Museum of Trowulan houses artifacts from the Majapahit era, including sculptures, ceramics, and jewelry that show what the kingdom produced and valued during its time as a major Southeast Asian power.

Is this tour private or shared?

Hotel pickups operate as private tours for your group. Cruise passengers from the port join small shared groups with other passengers from the same ship.

What is included in the tour price?

The tour includes a professional English-speaking guide, lunch, a vehicle with driver and fuel, bottled water per person, parking fees, and pickup from your hotel or cruise port.