Borobudur & Prambanan in Yogyakarta, train to Malang, hike Bromo & Ijen // 4D3N

Borobudur & Prambanan in Yogyakarta, train to Malang, hike Bromo & Ijen // 4D3N

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About This Experience in Yogyakarta

Indonesia's most important archaeological sites are the temples Borobudur and Prambanan. Yogyakarta is also where the Javanese language is at its purest, Java’s arts at their brightest and its traditions most visible. This exhibition of culture combined with 2 of Indonesia's renowned landmarks in the form of the volcanoes Bromo and Ijen and their landscape all in one tour. Get ready to experience Java.  After the tour you will be dropped in Ketapang harbour, where you can take the ferry to Bali.  Hotels used: First night: in the train Second night in Cemara Lawang village: Cafe Lava Hotel (or similar) Third night in Bondowoso city: Ijen View Hotel. All included except travel insurance, personal expenses, horse riding Bromo, optional tours, lunches and dinners. If the party consists in 4 or more an English speaking guide is added.

Why Visit Yogyakarta?

Yogyakarta, Indonesia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Yogyakarta provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Yogyakarta

You can reach Yogyakarta, Indonesia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • ferry to Bali
  • 4wd Jeep and driver for Bromo sunrise tour
  • accommodation: 2 nights in a hotel
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking guide if the party consists in 4 or more guests
  • fuel and parking fees
  • daily mineral water in reasonable amounts
  • friendly little English speaking driver
  • pick up train station Malang
  • short sightseeing Malang
  • First class train ticket Yogyakarta - Malang

What's Not Included

  • travel insurance
  • personal expenses (e.g. toilet visits, souvenirs)
  • all lunches and dinners
  • horse riding
  • Ijen blue fire tour (as the possibility to see the blue fire depends on local weather conditions and the activity of the volcano)
  • optional tours
  • drop off anywhere in Bali (please let us know if you would like to be dropped off in Bali)

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants, children and youth rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Please advise when pick up at 06:00 is too early at time of booking
  • It is obligatory to have a travel insurance

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Borobudur, Prambanan and Yogyakarta

Be ready for this impressive cultural day 3 hours

Be ready for this impressive cultural day. You will be picked up at 06:00. First is the most famous Borobudur temple. The Borobudur is located 42 km northwest of Yogyakarta. This 8th century Mahayana Buddhist monument comprises six square platforms topped by three circular platforms, 2672 relief panels, and 504 Buddha statues. Impressive?

Then, you travel southeast to the Prambanan temple 2 hours

Then, you travel southeast to the Prambanan temple. This is a mighty 9th century Hindu complex.

If time is sufficient and your energy still... 1 hour

If time is sufficient and your energy still up, you can visit Yogyakarta's city center, Tamansari water palace, and the batik and silver industry in Kotagede.

If you still have time, you can have... 10 minutes

If you still have time, you can have lunch before take the train to Malang at 16:41 and arrive in at 22:55.

Malang - Madakaripura waterfalls - Bromo area

After breakfast you will have some time for sightseeing in Malang 1 hour

After breakfast you will have some time for sightseeing in Malang. First is the Malang's heritage, the roundabout (with liberty statue, opened in 1952 by Indonesia's first president) on which Malang's 1929 city hall is located. Then Kampong Jodipan (colorful kampong/neighborhood with mural art), bird and flower market, and Ijen boulevard.

It is a 2 2 hours

It is a 2.5 hours drive from Malang to the enchanting Madakaripura waterfalls. After the car parks, you will go by motorbike taxi to the starting point of your hike. A local guide (obligatory) will walk with you in about 30 min - fairly easy path - to the waterfalls. But be ready to get wet....

From the Madakaripura waterfalls it is a 45 min drive to Cemara Lawang village 3 hours

From the Madakaripura waterfalls it is a 45 min drive to Cemara Lawang village. Explore the Hindu village and see the sunset.

Bromo sunrise tour - Bondowoso city

Early departure 6 hours

Early departure. At 03:00 your private Jeep is waiting. Head to viewpoint Kingkong. Experience sunrise over the Bromo-Tengger-Semeru NP. Then drive through the Sea of Sand to get near the active volcano Bromo. It is a 45 min walk one way.

After check out of your hotel it is a 5 to 6 hours drive to Bondowoso 1 hour

After check out of your hotel it is a 5 to 6 hours drive to Bondowoso. Have a break at the winding road over the Arak-Arak hills.

The hotel comes with a swimming pool 11 hours

The hotel comes with a swimming pool. Enjoy a relaxed evening as next morning will be another early departure. You can order dinner in the hotel, or go out for some street food. Bondowoso isn't much of a big city.

Ijen crater lake - coffee area - Jagir waterfall - Ketapang

Another worthwhile early morning 5 hours

Another worthwhile early morning. At 04:00 you depart to Paltuding, a 2 hours drive. The hike to Ijen crater lake takes about 1.5 hrs. Slopes can be steep on this 3 km walk. Meet the sulphur miners wheeling down their harvest. The most acidic lake on earth. Blueish-green. Exquisitely exceptional...

Once back at the parking area, enjoy a break 2 hours

Once back at the parking area, enjoy a break. On route to Ketapang you can visit the sulphur factory in Licin village, Kalibendo coffee area and Jagir waterfall.

You will arrive in Ketapang around noon, 12:00 30 minutes

You will arrive in Ketapang around noon, 12:00. In Ketapang you can take the ferry to Gilimanuk in Bali. In Gilimanuk you will find a bus terminal. If you need help with private transport to any location in Bali, please ask. We can arrange your transfer.

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