Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise in Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise

Outty Ranking 62 5.0 · 11 traveler reviews9 hoursFrom $180

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Is Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise worth booking?

Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise is a 9-hour experience in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, from $180 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
62 / 100
Rating
5/5 (11)
Duration
9 hours
From
$180 per person

Join this private tour with your friends or family member to explore Merapi Volcano by Jeep and Wonderful Sunrise at Punthuk Setumbu Hill. Also you will get chance to visit famous Pawon temple, Mendut temple and Prambana

What you get

    About this experience

    Join this private tour with your friends or family member to explore Merapi Volcano by Jeep and Wonderful Sunrise at Punthuk Setumbu Hill. Also you will get chance to visit famous Pawon temple, Mendut temple and Prambanan temple.

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • Entrance Fees as per itinerary
    • English Speaking Driver
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Breakfast
    • Jeep In Merapi
    • Private Air Conditioned transportation

    Not included

    • Local Tour Guide
    • Food and Drinks

    What you'll see and do

    1. Golden Sunrise Punthuk Setumbu

      Our driver cum guide will pick up you around 3:45 am from your hotel lobby centrally located Yogyakarta. Head to first stop Punthuk Setumbu Hill. Enjoy sunrise at Punthuk Setumbu Hill.

      120 minutes here

    2. Pawon Luwak Coffee

      Visit Pawon temple, Pawon from the word Per-awu-an (place that contains dust), a temple that houses the dust of cremated king. However who was the personage that entombed here is still unknown. Local people name this temple as "Bajranalan" based on the name of the village.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Candi Mendut (Temple)

      Then pay a visit to Mendut Temple. It was built by King Indra of Syailendra Dynasty. Rectangular temple with multistoried roofs decorated small stupas were built earlier than Pawon Temple and Borobudur Temple which are located in on straight line. Different from Borobudur Temple that facing the rising sun, Mendut Temple entrance faces westward.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Merapi Volcano

      Continue your tour by visiting to Merapi Volcano by a jeep. It is one of the world's most active and dangerous volcanoes. It contains an active lava dome, which regularly produces pyroclastic flows. It has been active for 10,000 years. This fire mountain remains one of the most active and dangerous volcanoes in the world.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Prambanan Temples

      Lastly, you will visit to most beautiful Hindu temple Prambanan. Built in the 10th century, this is the largest temple compound dedicated to Shiva in Indonesia. Rising above the centre of the last of these concentric squares are three temples decorated with reliefs illustrating the epic of the Ramayana, dedicated to the three great Hindu divinities (Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma) and three temples dedicated to the animals who serve them. After finish mentioned sightseeing our friendly driver will drop off you to your hotel centrally located Yogyakarta.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    MAM Holidays Indonesia

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Sunrise at BorobudurMerapi VolcanoPrivate Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise in Yogyakarta, photo 4

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    11 verified traveler reviews for Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Barry_L · February 2023

    Tulus is king of guides

    This is a magnificent 10+ trip. Tulus our guide is a rockstar. He knows everything and everybody. We were treated like a VIP by him and wherever we went. One of the very best guides we ever experienced. The temples, jeep tour and sunrise breakfast were unique. Travel with Tulus!!

    via Viator

    Patrick_E · December 2022

    Fantastic full day around Yogyakarta

    The best organizer I ever met. Always on schedule, top activities, top private car, and very kind! We asked additionnally for the night ballet at Prambanan and we got it without problem for minimum extra charge

    via Viator

    Justin_M · August 2022

    Classy way to see Borobudur, Prambanan, and Merapi

    The morning far exceeded expectations. On arriving to the spot we would watch sunrise over Borobudur, we were surprised to see that we had a nice breakfast prepared for us and a man playing music for us while we ate. Our guide Tulus did a great job showing us around the temples and by request even brought us to a Batik school on the way back to town where we could buy Batik art without getting ripped off. The Jeep tour company that they work with was also great. Our Jeep guide basically did a photo shoot of us in an old US Army Jeep (apparently from WWII) overlooking the volcano.

    via Viator

    Dimitris K · August 2022

    Great tour!

    Packed with things to do, very organized and responsive office. All went smoothly and had a great time throughout the tour. Totally recommended!

    via Tripadvisor

    Talvir_A · April 2022

    Excellent service

    Excellent service clear meeting instructions. Vehicle and guide on time and waiting for us. Very professional guide Tulus, very informative on our travels and provided history of both towns we visited. We felt this tour was value for money and although the weather could have been kinder, It was a memorable experience.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    9 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    4
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 62

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)96
    Review evidence (18% weight)43
    Booking momentum (14% weight)34
    Value for money (12% weight)20
    Listing quality (10% weight)61
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Yogyakarta.

    How much does Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise cost?

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    Prices start at $180 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Yogyakarta usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise take?

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    Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Yogyakarta is not rushed.

    Is Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Yogyakarta, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise?

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    Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Yogyakarta can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Yogyakarta and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Lava Tour By Jeep In Merapi Volcano Including Sunrise start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Yogyakarta within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Yogyakarta?

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    On Outty we rank every Yogyakarta experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Yogyakarta Private Car Hire with Driver, From Surabaya / Malang : Mt Bromo Sunrise - Ijen Blue Fire 2D1N, Borobudur Full Climb Up And Prambanan ALL INCLUSIVE PRIVATE Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Yogyakarta?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Yogyakarta?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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