Indonesia · City Tours

Discover Yogyakarta City & Merapi Lava Tour

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Sultan’s Palace, also known as Keraton
02 Explore the historic water temple of Taman Sari
03 Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
04 Travel to the slopes of Mount Merapi for fresh air and views
05 Take a 4x4 sightseeing adventure through the forest
06 See the preserved remains of the 2010 Merapi eruption

Discover two sides of Yogyakarta in one day, combining royal heritage with volcanic scenery. Begin in the city with visits to the Sultan’s Palace, or Keraton, and nearby Taman Sari, where traditional Javanese architecture and royal history offer a glimpse into the cultural heart of Yogyakarta.

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the slopes of Mount Merapi for fresh air, sweeping views, and an off-road 4x4 sightseeing adventure. Explore the preserved remains of the 2010 eruption and experience a striking contrast between the city’s historic landmarks and Merapi’s dramatic volcanic landscape.

Explore the preserved remains of the 2010 eruption and experience a striking contrast between the city’s historic landmarks and Merapi’s dramatic volcanic landscape.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Yogyakarta, Mount Merapi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Discover Yogyakarta City & Merapi Lava Tour

Start the day with Yogyakarta for city tour. The first visit will be the Sultan’s Palace, also known as ‘Keraton’. Build between 1756 – 1790, Keraton is a fine example of traditional Javanese sultanate architecture. Proceed to visit the adjacent water temple Taman Sari. This addition to the royal complex was built over 200 years ago by the first Sultan with bathing pools for his harem.

After lunch at local restaurant, continue drive to Merapi Slopes for its fresh air and exceptional views. Continue the trip with an adventure sightseeing in a 4x4 vehicle through the forest, the visit remains of its last eruption in 2010, which currently well preserved as a tourist destination.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided. 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Full-conditioned vehicle on a private basis
Hotel Pick up and Drop off with private air-conditioned transportation
Professional English speaking tour guide (Other language is subject to availability)
Mineral Water
Lunch at local restaurant
Entrance fees during the visit
Parking and toll fees

What's Not Included

Personal accident insurance
Meals and services other than mentioned above
Personal expenses
Tip or Gratuities
WiFi

Know before you go

Program and timing are subject to change depending on local conditions: weather and traffic.
An additional/overtime charge might apply if there are changes in the itinerary at the guest's request.
No refund will be made if guests are not taking certain service(s) included in the package.

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