Borobudur Sunrise Climb & Prambanan All-Inclusive Tour

Worried you'll wake at 3 a.m. only to see clouds? Even if the sunrise hides, you still climb Borobudur in the quiet pre-dawn slot, before the daytime crowds. This private, all-inclusive Borobudur sunrise and Prambanan tour covers every ticket, both temple guides, breakfast and hotel pickup in one price. It's just you, your group and your own driver-guide, with nothing to queue for and nothing extra to pay at the gate.

What you'll do

• 03:30 – Pickup from your hotel in Yogyakarta, then straight to Borobudur so you're on time for sunrise.
• 04:30 – Arrive at Borobudur, the world's largest Buddhist temple. Put on the required upanat sandals and climb the stone terraces with a licensed guide. Wait for first light over the Kedu Valley and the surrounding volcanoes.
• Around 06:30 – Breakfast after the climb.
• Around 08:00 – Drive to Prambanan (about 1.5 hours) on countryside roads instead of the main highway. Your driver-guide is a storyteller too: he'll tell you what that building is, how locals work the land, and what makes each area different. See something interesting, like a snake fruit (salak) farm? Just ask and he'll stop, at no extra cost.
• Around 09:30 – Explore Prambanan, Indonesia's largest Hindu temple complex, with a guide. See the towering Shiva temple, the Ramayana reliefs, and the Buddhist temples of Lumbung, Bubrah and Sewu inside the same park.
• Around 12:30–13:30 – Drop-off back at your hotel, or stop for lunch on the way if you like.

Why this tour is different

This is our most-booked tour, rated 4.9 by more than 2,250 travelers. I'm Kin, a licensed Yogyakarta guide since 2015, and on our tours the stories never stop. At the temples, guides read the carvings with you, often with humour. On the road, your driver-guide turns the countryside into a living lesson about Javanese villages and daily work. Because it's private and everything is included, you decide where to stop at no extra cost: a local farm, a lunch break or a photo spot. You can also add Merapi volcano for an extra fee.

Who it's for

Great for: first-time visitors with one day for both temples, couples and families who want their own car, photographers, and travelers who want everything arranged in advance.

Not ideal for: anyone who can't manage steep stone steps, people over 95, or travelers who'd rather sleep in.

Good to know

Is this a shared tour?

No. It's private: only you and your group in the car, with your own driver-guide all day.

What if it's cloudy or rainy?

The tour runs rain or shine. Nobody can guarantee the sunrise, but you still climb Borobudur with your guide in the early slot, and the morning light on the stupas is worth it even on grey days.

Are all tickets really included?

Yes: the Borobudur sunrise climb ticket, the Prambanan ticket, guides at both temples, breakfast, mineral water and hotel pickup. Lunch and tips are not included.

Can we make extra stops?

Yes, at no extra cost. Stop for lunch, a snake fruit farm or anything that catches your eye along the way. Want to add Merapi volcano? It's an extra-cost option. Ask us on WhatsApp when you book for the price and timing.

How hard is the climb?

Borobudur has steep, uneven stone stairs. Upanat sandals are mandatory and provided at the temple. Toe socks help prevent blisters.

What should I wear and bring?

Clothes that cover your shoulders and knees, a light jacket for the cool pre-dawn air, sunscreen and your passport. Drones are not allowed.

What about Mondays?

On Mondays, visitors can only reach the second level of the main Prambanan temple. Lumbung, Bubrah and Sewu temples stay open and you can go inside them.

I'm traveling solo. Do I pay double?

No. Solo travelers pay Rp 3,100,000. From 2 people, the price drops to Rp 2,700,000 per person.

I have a KITAS/ITAS or student card.

Tell us when you book so we can arrange the right ticket.

Can I cancel?

Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

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Ready to go? Book on this page or message Kin on WhatsApp. We usually reply within the day.