Yogyakarta: Borobudur and Prambanan Temples Day Tour

Yogyakarta’s rich cultural heritage comes alive on this comprehensive day tour. Visitors will explore the majestic Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in the world, and the stunning Prambanan, Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple complex. With a private driver, local guide, and ample time for sightseeing, this tour promises a memorable experience. Uncover the fascinating histories and architectural wonders of these two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. What else awaits on this journey through Indonesia’s cultural heart?

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Key Points

Comprehensive exploration of the UNESCO-listed Borobudur and Prambanan Temples, two of Indonesia’s most significant historical and cultural landmarks.
10-hour tour with hotel pickup, transportation, and an English-speaking driver, priced from $78.33 for up to 4 participants.
Highlights include a 2.5-hour sightseeing and safety briefing at Borobudur, as well as 2.5 hours to explore the grandeur of Prambanan.
Inclusions cover private air-conditioned car service, bottled water, and all parking fees, while entrance tickets and meals are excluded.
Moderate fitness level required due to a 2-hour walk, and the tour is not suitable for pregnant women, individuals with back problems, or infants under 1 year.

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Tour Overview

This Yogyakarta Temples Day Tour offers a comprehensive exploration of two of Indonesia’s most iconic cultural landmarks – Borobudur and Prambanan Temples.

Priced from $78.33 per group of up to 4 participants, the 10-hour tour includes hotel pickup, transportation, and an English-speaking driver.

Priced from $78.33 per group of up to 4 participants, the 10-hour tour includes hotel pickup, transportation, and an English-speaking driver.

Highlights include visiting the UNESCO-listed Borobudur Temple, admiring Prambanan’s Hindu shrines, and learning about the sites’ history from local guides.

Guests can expect free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

With moderate fitness required, this tour isn’t suitable for pregnant women, those with back problems, or infants.

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Itinerary Details

The tour begins with pickup from hotels located in the Special Region of Yogyakarta and Magelang Regency.

It takes 1.5 hours by car to reach Borobudur Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors enjoy free time, sightseeing, and a safety briefing for 2.5 hours. The entrance fee for climbing Borobudur is IDR 455,000.

After, there’s an optional stop for lunch at a local restaurant.

The next stop is Prambanan Temple, 1.5 hours by car. Here, visitors have a photo stop, guided tour, sightseeing, and self-guided exploration for 2.5 hours. The entrance fee for Prambanan is IDR 390,000.

Highlights

Visitors can explore two renowned UNESCO World Heritage Sites during this day tour.

They’ll marvel at the intricate Buddhist relief panels and Buddha statues of Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in the world.

Next, they’ll discover the grandeur of Prambanan, the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia.

A local guide provides insights into the temples’ histories, while convenient hotel pickup and drop-off ensure a seamless experience.

With moderate fitness required, this tour offers an immersive cultural adventure for travelers seeking to uncover the architectural and spiritual wonders of Java.

Inclusions and Exclusions

The tour package includes private air-conditioned car service, an English-speaking driver, bottled water, a local guide for Borobudur Temple, all parking fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off. However, meals, personal expenses, entrance tickets for Borobudur and Prambanan, and a local guide in Prambanan are not included. Tipping is also excluded.

| Inclusions | Exclusions |

| — | — |

| Private air-conditioned car service | Meals (optional) |

| English-speaking driver | Personal expenses |

| Bottled water | Entrance tickets for Borobudur and Prambanan |

| Local guide for Borobudur Temple | Local guide in Prambanan |

| All parking fees | Tipping |

| Hotel pickup and drop-off | |

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Important Information

Comfortable shoes, hat, camera, sunscreen, water, and cash are recommended for the tour.

Comfortable shoes, hat, camera, sunscreen, water, and cash are recommended for the tour.

Drones, alcohol, and drugs aren’t allowed. A moderate fitness level is required due to a 2-hour walk.

The tour isn’t suitable for pregnant women, individuals with back problems, or babies under 1 year. Tour participants should be prepared for the activity level.

Safety is a top priority, and the tour includes a safety briefing at Borobudur Temple.

Adhering to the guidelines ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests.

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Customer Reviews

Based on the positive feedback from the single review, customers seem highly satisfied with the Yogyakarta Temples Day Tour.

The tour’s 5/5 rating and a glowing review highlight the guide’s exceptional knowledge and the safe, clean vehicle. Customers found the tour highly recommended, praising the experience as "wonderful."

The review suggests the tour provides a fulfilling exploration of Borobudur and Prambanan, two iconic UNESCO-listed temples, led by an informative local guide.

The convenient hotel pickup and drop-off further enhance the overall convenience and enjoyment of this immersive cultural excursion.

Getting There

A private air-conditioned car service provides the convenient transportation for this tour, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

The drive to Borobudur Temple takes around 1.5 hours from the Yogyakarta and Magelang areas. Upon arrival, a safety briefing is provided before you explore the temple grounds.

The journey to Prambanan Temple also takes approximately 1.5 hours by car. During this leg, you’ll have the opportunity to take photos of the impressive Hindu structures.

Throughout the tour, the English-speaking driver ensures a smooth and comfortable experience getting to and from the destinations.

Exploring the Temples

The tour first takes visitors to the magnificent Borobudur Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

After a 1.5-hour drive, guests have 2.5 hours to explore this iconic Buddhist monument. They’ll marvel at the intricate relief panels and statues of Buddha, learning about the temple’s history from a local guide.

Next, the tour travels to the nearby Prambanan Temple, the largest Hindu temple site in Indonesia.

Over 2.5 hours, visitors can wander the temple ruins, snap photos, and take a guided tour to learn about the site’s significance.

Both temple visits offer a glimpse into Indonesia’s rich cultural heritage.

The Sum Up

This immersive day tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Indonesia’s remarkable cultural heritage. Visitors can marvel at the awe-inspiring Borobudur and Prambanan temples, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. With convenient transportation, a knowledgeable guide, and ample time for sightseeing, this tour provides an exceptional opportunity to experience the rich history and architectural wonders of Yogyakarta.

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