Yogyakarta: Mount Merapi Lava Tour & Prambanan Sunset

Explore Mount Merapi’s volcanic landscapes on a thrilling 4x4 jeep ride. End your day discovering the breathtaking Prambanan Temple at sunset. Hotel transfer included.
Combine Volcanic Adventure and Ancient Culture in One Day!

Combine the thrill of an off-road adventure with the timeless beauty of Javanese heritage. This day trip takes you from the rugged volcanic slopes of Mount Merapi to the majestic Hindu complex of Prambanan Temple, perfectly timed for an unforgettable sunset view.

Highlights of Your Journey:

Mount Merapi 4x4 Jeep Lava Tour: Hop on an open-top classic 4x4 jeep and head towards Mount Merapi, Indonesia’s most active volcano. Feel the adrenaline as you traverse off-road lava trails, riverbeds, and volcanic terrain. Visit historic stopovers including the Alien Rock, the Underground Bunker in Kaliadem, and the Mini Museum "Sisa Hartaku"—a moving collection of items left behind after the major 2010 eruption.

Prambanan Temple Complex: In the afternoon, head to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Prambanan, the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia. Marvel at the intricate stone carvings and soaring 47-meter-tall central spires dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma.

Prambanan Sunset: Wander through the temple grounds as the sun begins to set. Capture breathtaking photos of the ancient stone silhouettes framed against the golden colors of the evening sky.

Enjoy a seamless experience with private air-conditioned vehicle transfers, an experienced local driver, and direct hotel pick-up and drop-off in Yogyakarta.

Itinerary

07:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in the Yogyakarta city area.
08:00 AM: Arrive at Kaliurang / Merapi Jeep basecamp and meet your local driver.
08:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Merapi 4x4 Jeep Lava Tour – Off-road adventure visiting Alien Rock, Underground Bunker, and Mini Museum Sisa Hartaku.
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Early lunch break at a local restaurant or coffee shop in the Merapi area (at your own expense).
01:00 PM: Drive towards Prambanan Temple.
01:45 PM – 04:30 PM: Prambanan Temple Exploration – Guided walk around the ancient Hindu temple complex and photo stops.
04:30 PM – 05:45 PM: Prambanan Sunset Viewing – Relax in the temple park area and capture the golden sunset behind the temple spires.
06:00 PM: Depart Prambanan and relax on the return drive to the city.
06:45 PM: Drop-off back at your hotel in Yogyakarta. Tour ends.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.