Borobudur Tour from Yogyakarta – Best Options for Watching the Sunrise

Borobudur Tour from Yogyakarta – Are you planning to visit Borobudur Temple? Borobudur Temple is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations by tourists when visiting Indonesia.

Although administratively located in Magelang Regency, Central Java, Borobudur Temple is often considered to be in Yogyakarta because it is only about 38 km (about 1 hour drive) from the center of Yogyakarta City.

As the largest Buddhist temple in the world and one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Borobudur Temple is a must-visit destination for anyone who wants to dive into Indonesian history and culture. Usually, tourists start their journey from Yogyakarta, often to watch the sunrise at Borobudur.

Borobudur Tour from Yogyakarta

After the COVID-19 pandemic, access to the top of Borobudur Temple has been restricted, so the visiting schedule has changed. To enjoy the sunrise, you can choose alternative locations such as Punthuk Setumbu Hill or Barede Hill, which are located around the temple and offer views of the Borobudur Temple stupas from a distance.

It is recommended to depart from Yogyakarta between 3.30 AM –4.00 AM in the morning. The travel time is approximately 40 minutes, and you still need to climb a little on the viewing hill to get the best angle. Usually, the sun appears around 5.00 AM – 5.30 AM, providing a stunning view as it illuminates the countryside, mountains, and Borobudur Temple.

Before actually entering the Borobudur Temple area (usually starting at 08.30), you can visit several other destinations around Borobudur, such as Mendut Temple, Pawon Temple, Rhema Hill Chicken Church, or Candirejo Tourism Village.

Visiting Borobudur Temple

Once inside the temple, take the time to understand the historical and spiritual values ​​carved in its reliefs and stone carvings, which depict Buddhist teachings. Currently, visitors are only allowed to be at the top of the temple for one hour.

You must wear special shoes and join the queue to get tickets (we will help arrange this). Although limited, this moment provides a unique opportunity to admire the beauty of Borobudur.

Borobudur Temple tour from Yogyakarta is usually combined with Prambanan Temple. If you want to combine Borobudur and Prambanan Temple tour, please inform us so we can plan your tour optimally. There will be additional entrance fee and local guide at Prambanan Temple.

Borobudur Temple Tour Package from Yogyakarta

• 4.00 AM: Pick up from hotel in Yogyakarta and drive to Punthuk Setumbu Hill
• 4.30 AM – 6.00 AM: Punthuk Setumbu Hill to watch sunrise
• 6.00 AM – 6.30 AM: Mendut Temple
• 6.30 AM – 8.00 AM: Pawon Temple and breakfast at local restaurant
• 8.00 AM – 8.30 AM: Waiting and prepare for Borobudur Temple tour
• 8.30 AM – 10.30 AM: Borobudur Temple tour (climb up to the top of temple) with local guide
• 11.30 AM: Return to Yogyakarta and tour finish.

Includes:

• Pickup & drop off service from/to Yogyakarta
• Private vehicle with AC
• Local English/Indonesian speaking driver
• Fuel
• Parking fee in all areas
• Punthuk Setumbu or Barede Hill entrance ticket
• Borobudur Temple entrance ticket to climb the temple structure with English speaking guide
• Bottled water during tour

Excludes:

• Personal expenses
• Meals during tour
• Prambanan Temple entrance ticket & local guide

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