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Yogyakarta — temples and volcanoes (2 days)
Day 1 — Borobudur (Buddhist temple), Mendut temple (a 3 m Buddha statue); Day 2 — a jeep tour at the foot of Mount Merapi (lava fields), the Prambanan temple complex (Shiva/Vishnu/Brahma).
Day-by-day itinerary
Airport meet-and-greet and transfer to the hotel.
In the evening, a walk along one of the city’s most atmospheric streets: Malioboro or Prawirotaman. Try local food, browse the souvenir shops and feel the atmosphere of Java’s cultural capital.
Night in Yogyakarta.
Day 2
Sunrise, a volcano and temples
A visit to Borobudur, the largest Buddhist temple in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. We climb to the upper levels of the ancient stupa, look at the unique reliefs and talk about the history of Buddhism on Java (a sunrise visit is possible on request).
Mendut temple
a small but very charming temple close by, with a beautiful three-metre Buddha statue inside. Lunch at the excellent Mediterranean Restaurant by Kamil
After lunch, towards sunset, we visit the Prambanan temple complex, Indonesia’s greatest Hindu monument. Tall stone towers, ancient legends and stunning architecture make it one of the most impressive places on the island.
Back to Yogyakarta in the evening.
Day 3
Palaces and departure
In the morning we visit the Kraton, the sultan’s palace and the working residence of Yogyakarta’s ruling dynasty. We’ll learn about the history of the sultanate and see traditional Javanese art.
Next we head to Taman Sari, the sultans’ former water palace, surrounded by old lanes and colourful neighbourhoods.
Lunch at a Javanese restaurant
Day 4
Transfer from Yogyakarta to Malang
Breakfast at the hotel
Morning transfer to the railway station for the train to Malang, about 6 hours (please note: train timetables change, so tell us your dates before buying flights so we can check they fit this plan)
Day 5
Leaving Malang and Kapas Biru Waterfall
A visit to Jodipan Village, the famous “Rainbow Village” 5–10 minutes from the station — the perfect time for colourful photos without the crowds.
If there’s time
a walk around the colonial centre, Alun-Alun Malang square and the historic Toko Oen café (with a 1930s atmosphere).
11:00
we set off for Sidomulyo village (~2–3 hours) at the foot of the waterfalls. Check-in at a bungalow near the waterfalls
A scenic trek to Kapas Biru Waterfall, hidden among tropical forest and mountain slopes. The trail passes viewpoints and natural landscapes and leads to one of Indonesia’s most beautiful waterfalls.
What’s included in the price
- private transport
- Russian-speaking guide
- water
- parking
What’s not included
- temple and volcano tickets
- lunches
- flights from Bali
FAQ
What language will the guide speak?
Each tour card shows its format: “With a guide” means a Russian-speaking guide, “With a driver” means an English-speaking driver-guide, and “Private” means an itinerary just for you. Tours are led in English by our driver-guides; please mention any language preferences in your request.
What if it rains?
Tropical rain on the islands doesn’t last long. If the weather makes a route unsafe (sea, volcano, flight), we move it to another day or refund your deposit.
Can I reschedule or cancel a tour?
Yes. Free rescheduling up to 24 hours before the start. Flights and yachts have stricter terms: they are paid in advance, and we’ll give you the deadlines when we confirm.
How do I pay?
Prices are shown in the destination’s currency; you pay in US dollars or euros.
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