Borobudur Sunrise, Merapi & Prambanan Tour

Experience the breathtaking Borobudur sunrise, explore the majestic Borobudur Temple, witness the power of the Merapi Volcano, and marvel at the beauty of the Prambanan Temple on this full-day tour in Yogyakarta. Enjoy 5-star service and the expertise of local guides.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Punthuk Setumbu - Be collected you at your accommodation by your friendly driver and travel to Setumbu Hill for 4:00 AM. Witness the breathtaking Borobudur sunrise views. When the air is fresh and as the mist begins to lift the sun will surround the volcanoes and terraced fields. You will leave at dawn.
What's Included
  • Ticket Climb to Top Borobudur Temple And all entrance Fee
  • English speaking driver as a Guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Jeep Rent at Merapi Volcano
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • • Lunch and dinner
  • • Local guide at Prambanan Temple
Additional Information

Explore three of the top destinations in Yogyakarta, focusing on heritage and adventure: includes a ticket to climb to the top of Borobudur Temple.
This is a private trip designed to enjoy the stunning scenery of a Borobudur sunrise.
There are two options for this trip:

  1. With a sunrise view of Borobudur Temple from Setumbu Hill
  2. Without the sunrise…
Location
Punthuk Setumbu
Jl. Borobudur Ngadiharjo KM 4, Karangrejo Village
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Explorer13551953812
Apr 30, 2025
Best way to get around Yogyakarta in a day - An excellent experience with our guide & driver, Arma. Always available, friendly, and highly professional. He’s very knowledgable. We started the tour at 4 a.m., but it was worth it—the view was absolutely breathtaking and the day was full of different activities. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience the highlights of Yogyakarta in just one day.
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Flex63
Apr 29, 2025
Excellent day trip thanks to my driver - It was an amazing day ! Fery, the friendly and dedicated driver I spent the day with, picked me up very early from my hotel to see the sunrise from Punthuk Setumbu. It was magical, one of the best sunrises I had in my life. After getting breakfast in a nice restaurant, Fery drove me to the impressive Borobudur Temple and left with a local guide that explained the history of the site and the significance of carvings. After some free time, Fery left me for around one hour with another local, this time for a Jeep Tour of Mount Merapi, to see the scale of the destruction caused by previous volcanic eruptions Finally Fery took me to Prambanan, where he guided me through the different temples. He was very knowledgeable about the site and is a very good photograph. After this he drove me back to Yogjakarta I am happy that I got to book this tour, that allowed me to see the main highlights around Yogjakarta in one day. Fery made everything in his power to make this day as enjoyable as possible and I am very grateful to him for that
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Vivalamore_tn
Apr 29, 2025
Sunrise over Borobudur and sunset at Pramhanam tour - Everything was amazingly organized. Thomas was my driver. Very friendly, professional and thoughtful. I felt safe and looked after. He was open to suggestions with the schedule and very accommodating. The early sunrise was def worthwhile esp if the weather condition corroborates. The climb up Borobudur was def worth it and check out the museum if you have time. They give you slippers (that you get to keep along w a bag) and a small water bottle for the climb. The merapi jeep tour -I personally found it a little cheesy. The Pramhanam complex is amazing but save time for the 3 Buddhist temples within the complex as well. Candi Sewu - the farthest one out had 249 buildings (Pramhanam had 244)! Get a tour guide - I had Akmal and he was amazing. Thomas made my action packed day memorable and perfect. Highly recommend asking for Thomas for your tour. Sunrise over Borobudur and sunset at Pramhanam. Thank you Thomas for a perfect day.
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Wanderer52598955411
Apr 29, 2025
What a good tour - Our full-day tour was an unforgettable experience, made even more special by our exceptional guide, Bima. His deep knowledge of the sites and history, combined with his warm and attentive approach, truly elevated the entire day. He made sure all our needs were met and added personal touches that made the trip feel both effortless and enriching. The Borubudur temple was impressive, though we found Prambanan more comfortable to explore thanks to its shaded areas and cooler atmosphere. In the middle of the day, Bima took us to have lunch at Kali Opak Resto, which was definitely a plus! It was a unique setting and, without a doubt, offered the best food we had during our time in Yogyakarta! The Merapi jeep tour added some adventure to the itinerary. While the driver was competent and the ride enjoyable, we felt it didn’t quite justify the deviation in terms of time and distance, especially compared to the cultural richness of the other stops. Overall, it was a well-balanced tour filled with historical insight, natural beauty, and excellent local cuisine. We are grateful to Bima for making it such a memorable experience.
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Piresana82
Apr 29, 2025
Fantastic! - We had a fantastic full-day tour with our guide Bima, who was knowledgeable, attentive, and truly cared about our experience. Borobudur was impressive, but we especially enjoyed Prambanan with its shade and atmosphere. Lunch at Kali Opak Resto, by the river, was the best meal we had in Java. The Merapi jeep tour was fun but felt a bit out of the way. Overall, a memorable and well-organized day—highly recommended!
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Gabor_m
Apr 28, 2025
I really had a great... - I really had a great time, Thomas was very helpful, ready to adapt to the very fluid weather situation and everyone was kind. Next time I'm in Yogyakarta, I would do this tour again!
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Ian_h
Apr 27, 2025
5 Stars - An Amazing Walking Tour of Seoul! - Our tour of Borobudur Temple and Merapi Volcano was absolutely unforgettable, thanks to our amazing guide, Hibza! He was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing so much history and insight that made the experience even more meaningful. Hibza made the whole day run smoothly and effortlessly, even accommodating some custom requests we had, like a special spot for lunch — and he did it all with ease and a smile. It felt like traveling with a friend who truly cared about making our trip perfect. Highly recommend this tour and especially Hibza if you're looking for an outstanding experience!
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Tomna7047of
Apr 27, 2025
Amazing experience - Hibza was an awesome guide! He was knowledgeable, attentive to our needs, friendly, and an all-around great guy to spend 12 hours with. We saw so many incredible sights and learned and experienced so much. Would strongly recommend this tour.
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696anasaras
Apr 27, 2025
An amazing day in Yogyakarta with Maxi! - Our tour to Borobudur, Prambanan, and Merapi volcano was simply unforgettable! Every place left us speechless, but what truly made the day special was Maxi, our driver. From the very beginning, Maxi was more than just a driver — he was a friend, always smiling, always checking if we were enjoying ourselves, and making sure we had the best experience possible. One of the moments that really touched us was when he noticed we were curious about bakpia, and without hesitation, he got some for us to try! It’s those little details, that genuine care, that made all the difference. Maxi’s kindness and positive energy turned an amazing trip into a truly heartwarming memory. Thank you, Maxi — we’ll never forget this day!
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Tiago_r
Apr 27, 2025
We had an amazing tour... - We had an amazing tour visiting Borobudur, Prambanan, and the Merapi volcano! Every place was absolutely stunning and full of history and beauty. Our driver, Maxi, made the experience even better — he was extremely friendly, professional, and always went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and happy. Maxi shared a lot of interesting information with us, and even surprised us by offering bakpia when he noticed we were curious about it! It was such a thoughtful gesture that made the day even more special. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Thank you, Maxi, for making this an unforgettable experience!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).