Indonesia · Rural Experiences

Selogriyo Temple and Trekking Java Rice Terraces, hidden waterfall -Nature Java

10 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Yogyakarta. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the remote Selogriyo Temple in the Magelang area
02 Trek through scenic rice terraces on the volcanic hillside
03 Meet local people and learn about village life
04 Enjoy a pottery-making experience at a local house
05 Bring your pottery home as a souvenir
06 Explore a hidden waterfall near Mount Merapi
07 Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle
08 Small-group experience with a maximum of 10 travelers

Discover a quieter side of Central Java on this full-day journey through countryside landscapes, cultural heritage, and local village life. Visit the remote Selogriyo Temple, then trek through scenic rice terraces set against the volcanic hillsides of the Magelang area, where fields of paddy, beans, and corn create a striking rural panorama.

Along the way, meet local people, learn about daily life in the area, and enjoy a hands-on pottery experience at a local house, with the chance to bring your creation home as a souvenir. The day ends at a hidden waterfall near Mount Merapi, where fresh air, clean water, and lush natural surroundings offer a peaceful finish before returning to your accommodation.

Discover a quieter side of Central Java on this full-day journey through countryside landscapes, cultural heritage, and local village life.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Yogyakarta, Magelang, Mount Merapi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

The Selogriyo Rice Terrace with Hindu temple, Visit the beautiful and remote Selogriyo Temple and trek through the surrounding rice terraces. Selogriyo Location at Magelang area bottom of Mount Sumbing, in the middle of Giyanti ridge and Condong ridge. through the iconic rice terraces, which grow paddy, beans, corn, and more. Enjoy the majestic landscape and the quiet of the countryside. Admire the Hindu temple's distinctive structure and explore the lush gardens surrounding it. Gaze out upon the verdant greenery of the volcanic hillside. Meet the kind and friendly local people, discover their stories and learn from their wisdom.after that we will visit to local people house for make pottery . we can bring it for souvenirLast our tour will go to Hidden Waterfall at bottom of Merapi Volcano . We will explore the waterfall, the air very fresh, the water also clean. many flower go every single places in this area

After your trip, sit back and relax while your driver escorts you back to your accommodation.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Yogyakarta. 3 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes

What's Not Included

Lunch

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Our driver will escort you to entrance gate
Traveler pickup Outside Yogyakarta City
Free hotel pick-up is available for accommodations in the Yogyakarta city area.
Traveler pickup Outside Yogyakarta City
Free hotel pick-up is available for accommodations in the Yogyakarta city area.
New Airport NYIA IDR 350 K
Pick up and drop off from/to outside Yogyakarta city, it is applied additional charge per car / per tour. Outside cities : Additional IDR 150 K Area ( Klaten, Parangtritis Area, Magelang, Borobudur Area).
Additional IDR 300 K Area Solo,
Additional IDR 800 K Area Semarang, Temanggung and wonosobo (one way)