Top Central Java Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites in one day with this shared tour from Yogyakarta. Climb fully to the top of Borobudur, the world’s largest Buddhist temple, with a local guide providing insights into its intricate carvings. In the afternoon, visit the majestic Prambanan Temple Complex, Indonesia’s tallest Hindu temple, and enjoy a sunset in its serene surroundings. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Hike to the top of Borobudur, where the many carved faces of Buddha made more than 1,000 years ago were restored in the 1970s. Then visit the Prambanan Temples and enjoy the surrounding lush green countryside, before watching a traditional Indonesian dance and music performance by the Ramayana Ballet. This private tour includes hotel pickup for a more personal experience.

The peak of Nglanggeran is a tourist destination that offers a natural panorama that has its own attraction for the tourists. Hike up to the peak and you will find a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. This Yogyakarta hiking tour package also provides a variety of guides in Dutch, Italian, French and English Speaking Guide. The tour starts when our local tour guide pick you up at your Yogyakarta accommodation in the afternoon. You will be taken for drop off in Nganggeran Village. It only takes around an hour tracking to reach the peak and you will see the beautiful scenery especially in the afternoon. Even if you never do climbing, you still can go there without any difficulites, and get ready to amaze by superb vistas on the top!

On this private half-day tour, visit Prambanan Temple (aka Loro Jonggrang), part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Prambanan Temple Compounds. Erected around the 9th century when Java was ruled by the Hindu Sanjaya Dynasty, the complex consists of three major temples dedicated to the deities Shiva, Brahma and Vishnu. Walk around neighboring shrines, such as Palosan and Sewu, as your own personal guide points out the ‘Ramayana’ epic carved into the walls. Includes pickup and drop-off from Yogyakarta hotels.

See Borobudur, the world’s biggest Buddhist temple, and the Prambanan Temple Complex, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and get a taste of local culture too on this private tour, with round-trip transfers from your Yogyakarta address. In between the two temples, discover local life in Prambanan village. Meet a beekeeper, watch tofu being made, and visit a cracker workshop—all on two wheels. Temple tickets are at your own expense.

Enjoy a private Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave tour from Yogyakarta. Start your day with an unforgettable adventure at Jomblang Cave, descending into its vertical shaft to explore its natural beauty. Afterward, choose to either return to your hotel or continue to Pindul Cave for an exciting body rafting experience. This morning-to-afternoon tour includes hotel pickup and offers flexibility for adventure enthusiasts.

Sunrise at the Borobudur UNESCO World Heritage Site is an essential Java experience. Get there in good time and sleep in that bit longer on this private tour, with hotel pickup and drop-off from many Yogyakarta hotels. After an included breakfast, see Borobudur's satellite temples (Mendut and Pawon), watch coffee being made, ride a Jeep on Mt. Merapi, and visit the UNESCO-listed Prambanan Temple Complex.

Witness the magic of Yogyakarta’s two most iconic landmarks. Begin your day with an unforgettable sunrise at Borobudur Temple, the world's largest Buddhist monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As the morning mist slowly fades and golden sunlight bathes the ancient stupas, you'll experience one of Indonesia’s most breathtaking sights. Then continue to Mount Merapi, one of the country's most active volcanoes, where dramatic landscapes, lava trails, and stunning panoramic views await. This tour offers the perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Visit Prambanan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia. Discover its ancient architecture as you walk through temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma. Explore with our included guide service. Afterward, enjoy the Ramayana Ballet, a spectacular performance of Javanese dance and music that tells the tale of Prince Rama. The show is held outdoors at Prambanan or indoors in Yogyakarta, depending on day and weather. Once your booking is confirmed, I will immediately send you the official website link to book the Ramayana Ballet Prambanan ticket. Schedule: At Prambanan (Outdoor/Indoor): 1. Ramayana: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 2. Roro Jonggrang: Friday In Yogyakarta City (Indoor): 1. Ramayana: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday 2. Roro Jonggrang: Sunday On Mondays, the main temple zone is closed, but the outer grounds remain accessible. You may also visit Sewu Temple that stays open on Mondays, or Plaosan Temple as another solution.

Experience the extraordinary holiday in Yogyakarta by visiting the magnificent temples & participating in the volcanic tour! We will explore a unique volcanic region in Central Java which is The Dieng Plateau. You discover rolling green hills, multi-colored lakes and bubbling pits of mud. All surrounded by views of nearby mountains and volcanoes. The diversity of the landscape makes the area very different to anywhere else in Indonesia. Highlights: • Visit Dieng Plateau which include Sikidang Creater, Arjuna Temple & Color Lake

There’s so much to see around Yogyakarta, from the Jomblang Cave with its dramatic rappel to the rolling Barchan Dunes to the Borobudur and Prambanan Temple Complex UNESCO World Heritage sites. This private driver service, direct from your hotel, lets you experience the area your way, your style, as you build your own itinerary. Or, simply ask your driver to provide ideas that suit your interests.

Adventurous travelers who want to get active in the Yogyakarta area won’t want to miss a private caving expedition to Jomblang Cave. After convenient hotel pickup, get fitted with safety gear and descend around 200 feet (60 meters) into the cave. Explore for a few hours, admiring the underground views and the light shining down.

Experience the phenomenon of the blue fire without having to worry about advance planning on this 2-day private excursion, which includes sunrise trekking tours of both Mt. Ijen and Mt. Bromo. Enjoy panoramic volcano views, Hindu temple tours, and encounters with sulfur miners, and choose whether to be dropped at Ketapang for boats to Bali or return to Surabaya.

Combine cultural and natural beauty on this convenient, action-packed day trip from Yogyakarta. Rising early in the morning, you'll make it to UNESCO-listed Borobudur Temple in time for a beautiful sunrise. After breakfast nearby, continue to the Dieng Plateau, where you'll be amazed by active volcanoes. En route, stop at some important temples. Fit a lot into a single day.

We will take you experiencing to harvest the tea leaves, making the selected leaves to be a green tea and white tea, at once showing you the difference among them and the regular tea (which is sold at supermarkets). Our tea is an organic healthy tea. Let's enjoy the great tropical landscapes and villages with us. Make your own arrangement by choosing this great unique activity among your own activities during your holiday to Yogyakarta. You may combine with our other best activities to compete your best holiday. We will happy to organize the transportation if you do not arrange it, yet.

Explore Yogyakarta on a private half-day sightseeing tour, led by your own personal guide and available in a choice of languages. Admire cultural attractions including the Kraton, or sultan’s palace, and the Water Castle (Tamansari) pleasure gardens. Visit, too, the historic neighborhood of Kota Gede, known for its silver industry. Ride in the comfort of a private vehicle direct from your central Yogyakarta hotel: Upgrade for more premium transport.

Discover three most spectacular natural wonders in Yogyakarta. Start your journey with a vertical descent into the most iconic cave in Yogyakarta namely Jomblang Cave, where a beam of “Heavenly Light” shines through the forest above. Best of all, your descent will be filmed with a SPECIAL service that's a DRONE video, giving you a stunning aerial memory. Continue with cave tubing inside Pindul Cave, floating along an underground river surrounded by ancient limestone. Then drift down the scenic Oyo River, where you can swim, relax under a waterfall, or jump from an 8-meter drop into crystal-clear waters. This tour combines adventure, nature, and comfort—With limited spots and special DRONE Footage, this is the most cinematic way to explore Yogyakarta

Begin your day with pickup from your hotel and head to Setumbu Hill to witness the breathtaking Borobudur sunrise. When the air is fresh and as the mist begins to lift, the sun will surround the volcanoes and terraced fields. After watching sunrise on Setumbu Hill, you will have free time before you granted for climbing up the structure of the Borobudur temple. During your free time, your driver will seek for you some alternatives to passing the time in between. Then, you will explore the UNESCO-listed Borobudur Temple on a guided group tour. Discover seated Buddha statues beneath each bell-shaped spire. Admire its grandeur, beauty, and uniqueness. The single largest Buddhist structure on earth. See 2,672 relief panels and learn about Buddha’s teachings. Ascend the temple and be awestruck by the panoramic views from the top level. Once you have finished your trip, sit back and relax while your driver escorts you back to your accommodation in Yogyakarta.

An ideal choice for you and the group to explore around the Yogyakarta city in a most convenient way. With 5-14 seated, you are free to choose which car that will match your need. No need to spend an extra effort just to pick your rented minibus up. A professional English-speaking driver will pick you up at the hotel and take you anywhere you wish to visit. Just sit back, enjoy the the trip with your group, and you are ready to go! .

The simple rhythms of rice-field life are one of the great charms of Java. Go where cars can’t and experience them up close on this small-group cycling tour with a guide who introduces you to local people and helps them share their lives with you—you even play traditional games. To complete the local feel, enjoy a lunch of Javanese specialties before you return to your hotel with included pickup and drop-off.

Escape the crowds for an authentic Javanese experience. As the afternoon cools, transition to the majestic temple complex. Witness the towering Prambanan Temple architecture come alive during sunset, casting a magnificent golden glow. After sunset, enjoy dinner at a nearby restaurant with a magnificent, up-close view of the temple, beautifully illuminated by spotlights. The evening concludes with the colossal Ramayana Ballet Dance, a traditional Javanese performance depicting the epic Hindu story of Rama and Shinta. This journey combines active cultural discovery with moments of serene, breathtaking beauty. Please read the tour details and the option of the tour before you make a reservation.

Javanese traffic is not for the faint-hearted. Experience Yogyakarta and around without braving the city’s chaotic streets with this private car and driver service, priced at a flat rate per vehicle, not per person. Choose between set itineraries covering top attractions, from sunrise over Borobudur to the caves at Jomblang and Pindul, or book the service for a day and work with your chauffeur to design your dream day out.

Spending evening and night time in Yogyakarta is a best time. We put walking, try traditional local food, and local fresh fruit on 3 in 1 tour. See a different side of Yogyakarta, this tour will give you an experience about Yogyakarta culture, history and life style on this fun night tour jam-packed with street food delights, then board a “becak” rickshaw to tour the sights. Savor the light, sweet flavors of Javanese cuisine soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this city: try traditional games and enjoy fairground rides at Alun-Alun Kidul. Starting at evening. Guided by young energetic local guide, explore local people activity at night and experience like a true blood of Javanese. Find yourself local Javanese coffee which serves in unique style. Moreover, famous Javanese noddle will become your dinner. Don’t forget to try Javanese snack and ginger drink to make you full until finish the tour. Riding the pedal lights car will be so much fun.

Hit the central and east Java highlights by train and private vehicle on this action-packed 4-day tour from Yogyakarta. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Borobudur and Prambanan; tour charming Malang and see the Madakaripura Waterfall; experience both sunrise and sunset at Mt. Bromo volcano; and hike to the Ijen Crater. Finish at Ketapang Ferry, an hour from Bali. Parties of four or more enjoy a guide.