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Borobudur Temple Tour: Ethical Travel Experience
5.0
21 Ratings
Kabupaten Bantul
Experience Borobudur Sunrise from Setumbu Hill, explore Merapi Volcano, and visit Prambanan with our professional, friendly, and ethical guided tour.
Experience Borobudur Sunrise from Setumbu Hill, explore Merapi Volcano, and visit Prambanan with our professional, friendly, and ethical guided tour.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Punthuk Setumbu - Your friendly driver will pick you up from your accommodation and take you to Setumbu Hill by 4:00 AM. Visitors can enjoy the sunrise from the top of the temple using the VIP entrance. As the fresh air fills the atmosphere and the mist begins to clear, the sun will illuminate the volcanoes and terraced fields. Departure is at…
- Punthuk Setumbu - Your friendly driver will pick you up from your accommodation and take you to Setumbu Hill by 4:00 AM. Visitors can enjoy the sunrise from the top of the temple using the VIP entrance. As the fresh air fills the atmosphere and the mist begins to clear, the sun will illuminate the volcanoes and terraced fields. Departure is at dawn.
- Borobudur Temple - Guests will be picked up from their hotel and taken directly to Setumbu Hill near Borobudur Temple to witness the stunning sunrise between the Merbabu and Merapi Volcanoes from Setumbu Hill. After the sunrise, the tour continues with an exploration of Borobudur Temple, one of the world’s truly magnificent ancient monuments and the largest Buddhist structure on earth. Nestled in the lush Kedu Plain, the presence of mighty active volcanoes enhances its awe-inspiring beauty.
- Merapi Volcano - Continue the tour with a visit to the lava tour at Merapi Volcano, known as one of the world’s most active and dangerous volcanoes.
- Prambanan Temples - Conclude the tour with a visit to the exquisite Hindu temple, Prambanan. Constructed in the ninth century, it is the largest temple complex dedicated to Shiva in Indonesia. Admire the three temples adorned with reliefs depicting the epic of the Ramayana, dedicated to the three great Hindu deities (Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma), along with three temples dedicated to the animals that serve them.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Ticket Climb to Top Borobudur Temple And all entrance Fee
- English speaking driver as a Guide
- Parking fees
- Bottled water
- Ticket Climb to Top Borobudur Temple And all entrance Fee
- English speaking driver as a Guide
- Parking fees
What's Not Included
- Local guide at Merapi Vulcano and Prambanan Temple (paid onsite)
- Lunch and Dinner
- Local guide at Merapi Vulcano and Prambanan Temple (paid onsite)
- Lunch and Dinner
Additional Information
This tour is guided by robust service principles that highlight discipline, friendliness, courtesy, and ethical behavior in every customer interaction. The team consistently exhibits professionalism through punctuality, organization, and adherence to standards, ensuring a seamless and dependable travel experience. A warm and welcoming atmosphere is…
This tour is guided by robust service principles that highlight discipline, friendliness, courtesy, and ethical behavior in every customer interaction. The team consistently exhibits professionalism through punctuality, organization, and adherence to standards, ensuring a seamless and dependable travel experience. A warm and welcoming atmosphere is cultivated by engaging guests with genuine friendliness and respect, making every traveler feel appreciated and at ease. Courtesy is demonstrated through attentive communication, a willingness to assist, and respect for individual needs and preferences. Above all, high ethical standards are maintained by acting with honesty, integrity, and responsibility, ensuring that every service provided builds trust and delivers a positive, memorable experience for customers.
Location
Villa Kayu Jogja
We make it easy for our guests to request pick-up in advance so that we have enough time to arrange pick-up plans wherever they want.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(21 Ratings)
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Companion00118564482
Sep 6, 2026
Great companion - It was perfect. Very good driver, attentive, accommodating, and friendly. He knows the route and the different locations well, so it is very practical to have him with us to guide us well and accompany us, without being intrusive.
The price is very reasonable.
Thank you Narto.
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Passport50560459796
Aug 12, 2026
10/10!✨ - Narto gave us the best experience in Yogja! He gave us a lot of tips and drove us everywhere :)
We had nice conversations and the communication was great. Overall, we had an amazing experience and would definitely recommend!!✨
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Matteocm8841df
Jul 29, 2026
A wonderful and memorable experience in Yogyakarta! - We had a wonderful experience with Narto during our stay in Yogyakarta. Yesterday, he took our family on a fantastic full-day tour to Borobudur, the Merapi Lava Tour and Prambanan, helping us make the most of our time and making the whole day easy and enjoyable.
Narto was always kind, attentive, patient and professional. Traveling with three children, we really appreciated his care and flexibility. Today, he also drove us to the airport, once again making sure everything went smoothly.
We truly enjoyed our time in Yogyakarta, and Narto played an important part in making our visit so memorable. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, friendly and thoughtful driver and guide in Jogja.
Thank you again, Narto! We hope to meet you again in the future. 🙏🚗🌿
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Almalynk
Jul 27, 2026
Best of Jogya - I had a good and unforgettable experience in Jogja..especially with my tour guide, driver,english translator Narto..So kind and very helpful just one text away..I went to different places and he guides me and help me what to do since i travel solo..I booked a villa in a middle of a rice field and it was awesome with the view of sunset.I would loved to come back there again..
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Monicaaaaaaaaab
Jul 14, 2026
The Perfect Jogja Day with The Legendary Ega - We wanted to see Merapi at sunrise, Prambanan, and Borobudur in one day and Ega made it happen without any drama.
3:45 AM pickup, straight to the jeep base. Sunrise was cold but incredible — literally above the clouds. The best surprise was after: a simple satay breakfast at the basecamp with the jeep drivers. It’s these small things that made the tour feel personal.
Prambanan and Borobudur were both well-timed. We avoided the big crowds because Ega knows the schedule. He’s not a guide who just recites facts — he actually explains why the temples matter, and he answers every question without making you feel dumb.
No hidden costs, no souvenir shop stops, no waiting in line. Just a clean car, good conversation, and three amazing places.
If you want a hassle-free, well-planned day in Yogyakarta, contact Ega. He’s the reason our one day in Jogja was the best day of our 3-week Indonesia trip.
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Annamu8000nl
Jul 10, 2026
Super comfortable Sightseeing Day with Narto - We had a wonderful experience with Narto. He is a great driver, very calm, safe and punctual. He also helped us with the tickets and showed us the entry’s to the sightseeing locations. He had water for us prepared in the car at any time and showed us a nice restaurant to have lunch. We were very happy with him and would recommend everyone to book a trip with Narto. Also, he speaks English quite well, so it’s easy to communicate with him and you can ask him questions to the region and the people. He is also very fair with his fees.
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W4460bojamesd
Jul 8, 2026
Fantastic experience from start to finish - Fantastic experience from start to finish. Narto was an excellent driver and guide, always on time and very accommodating. One of the best days of our trip to Yogyakarta!
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Paulbr8333ze
Jul 8, 2026
Excellent day tour! - Excellent day tour! Narto was very professional, helpful, and knowledgeable. Everything was well organised, and we never felt rushed. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
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O1869gsdaves
Jul 5, 2026
Wonderful Service in Yogya with Narto - Me and my girlfriend had some wonderful experiences with Narto during our time in Yogyakarta!
We got in touch through our accommodation, where he picked us up from the train station to bring us to our Airbnb. We were extremely happy with his friendly nature and willingness to help.
We then did two trips with Narto — one to Borobudur temple and Nepal Van Java afterwards, and a second to Prambanan temple. He was super helpful when it came to planning the trips and always wanted to accommodate our wishes. We really appreciated how thoughtful he was as a guide — for example, accompanying us through the entrance and ticketing areas at the temples, so we never had to worry about where to go or what to do.
On top of all that, the value for money was extremely good, especially considering the level of care and attention he puts into every trip.
Narto is a warm, friendly, and reliable guy with a lot of experience. He made the most of our time in Yogya, and we'd definitely book with him again next time we visit. We'd highly recommend booking with him if you're looking for a guide who genuinely goes the extra mile.
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Felixrr470ll
Jun 28, 2026
Narto - Awsome Guy - We had an awsome Time with Narto! He is a Great Tour Guide, always flexible, always Kind and cheap enough for everyone. I can only truly reccomend a tour to Borobudur with him!
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