Top Central Java Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

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.

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.

Get off the beaten track and discover the authentic Java on this tour of Nanggulan, a traditional farming area outside Yogyakarta. Your group of up to five travelers—all adults (no kids allowed)—will pedal through the rice fields and along the riverside, explore local villages, and savor authentic countryside food, following fun clues and activities as you go. Price includes a donation to the local community.

Yogyakarta’s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore it from the comfort of your own private vehicle on this cultural tour that visits the sultan’s palace, the Sonobudoyo Museum with its treasury of Javanese tradition, and the Water Castle pleasure gardens. Wrap up with sunset views across the city from Ijo Temple, a heritage site that’s less crowded than Ratu Boko Temple. Entrance fees are at your expense.

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.

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! .

Mt. Bromo and the Ijen Crater are must-sees but difficult to reach independently. Save time with this private 1-way tour from Yogyakarta to Bali, including transfers, accommodation, breakfast, and entrance fees. Watch the sunrise on Mt. Bromo, trek to the crater, see the sights, climb Ijen at night to admire the blue fire and dawn, then cross by ferry to Bali and transfer to your hotel.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

See a bunch of highlights in one day during this private and customizable tour in Yogyakarta. Explore the Borobudur and Prambanan temples, along with other popular attractions of your choice. Enjoy the comfort of having an English-speaking driver and a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests. Spend a full day exploring at your own pace. Entrance tickets and personal expenses are not included.

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.

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.

You'll witness lava falling from the volcano with the naked eye in a safe place. You don't have to pay anything else; this tour includes everything: tickets, food, drinks, and a guide. While waiting for the lava to fall from Mount Merapi, you can also play traditional instruments there, united in the majesty of nature, culture and art

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.

An experience not to be missed when visiting East Java is seeing the dawn atop Mount Bromo. This excursion departs shortly before midnight, taking you on a lengthy journey to Mt. Penanjakan, the site of the Bromo Sunrise. After that, take a quick stroll to the crater rim to witness the dynamic caldera and the surroundings before returning to Surabaya. Get an extraordinary adventure experience with guaranteed good service and affordable prices. Enjoy the unrivaled view of Tengger Caldera from the summit. Get your morning meal at Lava View restaurant. Enjoy round-trip transportation from Surabaya or Malang. Private excursions provide a customized encounter.

Leave Yogyakarta and explore Mount Merapi on this private guided Jeep Safari. Feel the thrill of driving on one of the world's most active volcanoes, visit the museum and learn all about the devastating 2010 eruption, which took the lives of 353 people. Start your trip with a pickup from your accommodation in Yogyakarta. Jump in the car and marvel at the passing views while your guide fills you in on the region's history. Drive up the epic Mount Merapi volcano and feel the endorphins rush through your body as you enjoy the ride. Stop at several viewpoints, such as the Bunker, to get Instagram-perfect pictures of the active volcano. Visit the Mini Museum with your guide, and learn about the 2010 eruption that affected 350,000 people who had to be evacuated from the area. See pictures of the sacred mountain and find out why this eruption was the largest since the 1870s. End your day with memories and photos that will last a lifetime on this unforgettable tour.

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.

Admire the Borobudur sunrise at Setumbu Hill. Visit the UNESCO heritage listed Borobudur & Prambanan Temple. Explore Mount Merapi and marvel at the epic scenery from several viewpoints. Hear in-depth stories behind the temples from your local guide. Relax with the included hotel pick up & drop-off service from your accommodation in Yogyakarta.