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Classic Java: Borobudur & Mt Bromo

8 Days Yogyakarta to Surabaya
Classic Java: Borobudur & Mt Bromo
Classic Java: Borobudur & Mt Bromo
Classic Java: Borobudur & Mt Bromo
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Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 8 Day Classic Java: Borobudur & Mt Bromo. From Yogyakarta to Surabaya, this is Java like you’ve never seen it — raw, rich, and off the beaten path. Indonesia may not be huge, but it’s packed with so much to explore that it’s worth slowing down and diving deep. Over nine days, you’ll catch the sunrise over Mt. Bromo, stand in awe at the ancient wonder of Borobudur, and cycle through charming villages from a G Adventures-supported community guesthouse. Get hands-on with local art, indulge in Indonesia’s best foodie delights, and embrace the read more beauty of slow travel — because Java is best experienced one incredible moment at a time.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

8 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Yogyakarta

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Surabaya

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Trip Style

Classic

Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

6-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

16

Pace
Pace

Moderate

Guide Style
Guide Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

AEYS

Itinerary

Welcome to Java. Arrive at any time.
Accommodation: KJ Hotel Yogyakarta
Included Experiences
  • Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

There's so much to discover in Yogyakarta today! Explore some Javanese temples, bike to rice paddies on the outskirts of the city, or go for a foodie tour and try street food like gudeg (curry made from unripe jackfruit).
Accommodation: KJ Hotel Yogyakarta
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
  • Free Time: Get out and explore Yogyakarta and its surrounding attractions.
Optional Experiences
  • Yogyakarta Becak Tour & Taman Sari: Becak is one of the oldest and most traditional forms of transportation in Indonesia. Today, you will discover Yogyakarta's highlight by this traditional transport. Ride through the Alun-Alun Kidul (South Square), the Sultan's Palace and Taman Sari, the Water Castle, once used by the royal family to spend their leisure time. After a delicious lunch, continue your exploration with a visit to Sonobudoyo Museum. This museum collects and keeps important pieces of Javanese tradition. You'll end the day at the famous Malioboro Road for some shopping and local everyday life before returning to your hotel.
  • Jomblang Cave Tour: A hidden gem nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Yogyakarta, Jomblang Cave offers an extraordinary adventure into the heart of the earth. This unique vertical cave invites you to explore a hidden underground wonderland, illuminated by sunlight. Your journey begins early in the morning. After a scenic 2-hour drive, you'll arrive at the entrance to Jomblang Cave. Before descending into the depths, you'll be fitted for all required gear and guided by experienced professionals. Then embark on a thrilling descent of 60 meters into the cavern. Once at the bottom, you'll marvel at the breathtaking sight of sunlight filtering through the cave's opening, casting a magical glow upon the subterranean landscape. Explore the mysterious depths and intricate rock formations. After your underground exploration, you'll be pulled back up to the surface, ready to savor a delicious local lunch cooked by the local women in the area before you return back to your hotel.
  • Village Tour by Colonial Style Bike: Cycle through the villages and wave hello to the people you will be passing along the way. You will be stopping at a traditional market and home businesses, all awhile meeting locals, and getting insights into the different facets of local life here in Yogyakarta. A traditional Javanese lunch will be waiting for you after your hard work.

Visit Candirejo Village on the way to Magelang today. Accompanied by a local guide, learn more about this village and why its known as a symbol of Javanese culture. Here you will gain more insight into daily activities, the multiple-crop farming system, and their traditions. After a delicious local lunch, drive to Magelang for the night.
Accommodation: Puri Asri Magelang Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Included Experiences
  • Candirejo Village Visit: Visit Candirejo, a captivating village sitting among vibrant green fields. Meet friendly residents, and learn all about ancient traditions and Javanese culture. This community directly supports women’s empowerment in the Candirejo Ecotourism Village Development. Women play a central role in the home industry sector, which we have a chance to see on this visit. Take home the perfect souvenir — homemade handicrafts and furniture can be found here, including wonderful pieces made of bamboo made by the local women's initiative.

We'll rise before the sun today in order to catch a beautiful sunrise atop Setumbu Hill. This easy hike will bring you above the early morning fog for a gorgeous view of the jungly temple topped mountains. After descending, return to the village for an easy biking tour to see its beautiful sites like Borobudur Temple and the traditional market.

This evening, drive to Solo.

Accommodation: The Royal Surakarta Heritage
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
  • Setumbu Hill Sunrise Hike: This is a perfect place for a sunrise, with the temples and jungle encapsulated by fog with a mountain backdrop. The hike to Setumbu is doable for all fitness levels. It can be steep in parts, but it’s not too difficult. It takes about 30-45 mins. The trail is a dirt path with some steps.
  • Wanurejo & Borobudur Village Biking Tour: Explore the local villages by bicycle to visit its local businesses, traditional markets and outside around Borobudur Temple. The cycling is on a flat paved village road and total cycling distance is under 7km.

Spend the day getting to know the history and traditions of Central Java in Solo, known as the center of Javanese culture. With visits to Mangkunegaran Palace, Triwindhu Market and Laweyan Village, you'll have the chance to see how traditional heritage is still alive today.
Accommodation: The Royal Surakarta Heritage
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
  • Triwindhu Market: Visit the Triwindhu Market. This is a great place to find traditional Javanese items, antiques, textiles, and local handicrafts. If you're interested in souvenirs, this is the place to be! Don’t hesitate to bargain a little with the vendors.
  • Traditional Batik Making: Learn about the traditional process of Batik-making. Then, have the chance to create your own batik piece, guided by skilled artisans. It’s a fantastic hands-on experience and a great souvenir opportunity!
  • Mangkunegaran Palace Visit: Take in the mix of Javanese and European architecture at this charming palace. Keep an eye out for royalty -- members of the aristocratic family still reside in the palace.

After breakfast, continue east to Ngadas Village. On the way, make stops to explore Alun Alun Malang City Square and colorful Jodipan Village. Arrive to Ngadas in the late afternoon. This picturesque village in the foothills of Mt Bromo is known for its Javanese traditions and beautiful nature.
Accommodation: Ngadas Homestay
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included Experiences
  • Ngadas Homestay: Nestled amongst the green hills of the Mt Bromo region, the village of Ngadas is home to a Tengger farming community. Overnight with a local family participating in the community's homestay program, a G Adventures-supported initiative. Learn about the local culture, customs, and traditions from your hosts.
  • Jodipan Colorful Village Visit: Grab your camera for a visit to the picture perfect Jodipan Village. Known for its colorful rainbow homes, like the while town is a mural.

An early morning jeep ride is the best way to see the Bromo Crater this morning. Followed by a 45 minute hike to reach Penanjakan Hill view point just in time for sunrise! Admire the oranges and pinks before continuing the hike through the Sea of Sands to the top of Bromo Crater. Enjoy a picnic breakfast at Teletubbies Hill. Return to Ngadas Village for a walking tour (and maybe a coffee?) to see the temples, the tomb of mbah Sedek and the holy forest. Enjoy a local lunch and dinner at the homestay with free time to explore how you wish in between.
Accommodation: Ngadas Homestay
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Experiences
  • Village Walk: Learn more about daily life in Ngadas with a village walk. Take in views of the scenic hills as you walk along, passing farming areas and stopping to visit the local temple, vihara, and mosque.
  • Lunch at Ngadas Village: Nestled amongst the green hills of the Mt Bromo region, the village of Ngadas is home to a Tengger farming community. Enjoy a village walk and local lunch at this G Adventures-supported initiative. Take in views of the scenic hills as you walk along, passing farming areas and stopping to visit the local temple, vihara, and mosque. Learn about the local culture, customs, and traditions from your hosts.
  • Mount Bromo Jeep Excursion: Jump in a jeep and explore the winding landscape of Eastern Java, climbing upwards and outwards towards the grandeur of Mt Bromo to witness a stunning sunrise. Hike to the peak of Mt Bromo, part of the Tengger Calder, the largest volcanic range in the area. A distinct site, the volcano blew its top off completely and is constantly smouldering with white smoke.
  • Free Time: Enjoy a free afternoon in Ngadas Village.

Fill up on breakfast, then load into the bus to drive to Surabaya. Your tours ends on arrival at the Surabaya Airport.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Trip Inclusions

  • Adventure through Central Java.
  • Experience local life on a biking tour through Wanjurejo and Borobudur Villages.
  • Support a community tourism enterprise in Candijero village.
  • Overnight in a G Adventures supported community homestay.
  • Take a thrilling jeep ride through Mount Bromo during sunrise.

  • Your G for Good Moment: Ngadas Homestay, Desa Ngadas
  • Your G for Good Moment: Village Walk, Desa Ngadas
  • Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Ngadas Village, Desa Ngadas
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Hands-On Moment: Traditional Batik Making, Solo
  • Candirejo Village Visit
  • Setumbu Hill Sunrise Hike
  • Wanurejo & Borobudur Village Biking Tour
  • Mangkunegaran Palace Visit
  • Triwindhu Market
  • Traditional Batik Making
  • Jodipan Colorful Village Visit
  • Mount Bromo Jeep Excursion
  • Ngadas Village Walk
  • Lunch at Ngadas Village
  • Free time in Yogyakarta & Ngadas
  • Transport to/from included activities
  • Private vehicle, walking, cycling, jeep
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

  • Hotel (5 Nights), Local Homestay With Shared Bathroom (2nts)
  • Hotel (5 nts) Local homestay with shared bathroom (2 nts)

  • 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.

Operator

G Adventures
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.

On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Classic
Trip Style: Classic

Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.

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Tuesday 05 May 2026 05 May 26 Yogyakarta
Tuesday 12 May 2026 12 May 26 Surabaya
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Tuesday 12 May 2026 12 May 26 Yogyakarta
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Friday 22 May 2026 22 May 26 Surabaya
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