Borobudur Village Cycling & Homestay Tours
Cycle through picturesque villages near Borobudur, engage with local life, and experience genuine Javanese hospitality with a homestay.
Beyond the magnificent stupas of Borobudur lies a tapestry of Javanese rural life, best explored on two wheels. Village cycling and homestay experiences offer a unique lens through which to view this iconic region, allowing travelers to pedal past verdant rice paddies, through charming kampungs (villages), and connect with the warm spirit of its inhabitants. These tours are designed for those seeking an authentic cultural immersion, moving away from the typical tourist trails. You'll get to witness daily routines, perhaps observe traditional crafts being made, and interact with local communities in a meaningful way. The cycling routes are generally gentle, suitable for most fitness levels, and often led by knowledgeable local guides who can share insights into the history, customs, and natural beauty of the area. Combining cycling with a homestay takes this experience a step further. Spending a night with a local family provides an unparalleled opportunity to understand Javanese hospitality firsthand. Imagine sharing simple, home-cooked meals, listening to stories, and waking up to the sounds of village life. It's a chance to step outside your comfort zone and embrace a different pace of life, creating memories that resonate long after you've left.
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We will go to 3 Main Destination The Best temple, Borobudur Temple : The Biggest Buddhist temple in the world Mendut Temple : The Oldest Buddhist temple in Indonesia Prambanan Temple : The second Biggest Hindu temple in the world You will become guests priority climb to the top Borobudur temple . included Entry Ticket to the top Borobudur temple We are a group of creative people who don’t like to serve same things. who love thinking outside the box to bring the Authentic essence of destination an designing concept for any corporate event, We always create or add something new. • Professional and friendly drivers. • Our team local people at Yogyakarta, knowing very well surrounding area of Yogyakarta Our team with a solid and recognized hospitality background also knows how to instill a level of comfort and trust in our guests, from the first greeting to goodbye
Experience an unforgettable journey through Java’s most iconic temples with our exclusive Borobudur & Prambanan tour. Unlike standard tours, we offer a special opportunity to climb to the top of Borobudur, where you can admire the breathtaking stone carvings and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll uncover the rich history, hidden stories, and spiritual significance of these UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We provide personalized service, including hotel pickup from Yogyakarta, ensuring a hassle-free and comfortable experience. Due to the limited access to Borobudur’s structure (only 150 visitors per hour), we highly recommend booking in advance to secure your spot. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a cultural explorer, or simply looking for a remarkable adventure, this tour offers an intimate and immersive way to discover the wonders of Borobudur and Prambanan. Don’t just visit—experience these ancient masterpieces up close!
Visit Buddhist Temple the largest in the world and discover the incredible history behind its construction. Candirejo Village is located in the Borobudur District, about 3 kilometers southeast of Borobudur Temple. The village is set amidst lush green fields and tropical rain forests, and populated with friendly people. Candirejo is said to be a symbol of Javanese culture where visitors can experience and participate in a variety of cultural attractions and activities. The word Candirejo is a combination of two Javanese words: Candi and Rejo. Candi means temple, but it can also mean stone, and Candirejo happens to be quite a stony area. The word Rejo means fertile, so when put together, Candirejo got its name as the land that was full of stones, but yet remained fertile.
1. We present 3 main destination on 1 day tour at Yogyakarta , This is about our culture on 7 Century. 2. You will become guests priority climb to the top Borobudur temple . 3. For your information Limiting the number of visitors allowed to climb the Borobudur temple to 1,200 per day, 4. Ramayana ballet performance , we take story on 7 Century from Relief at Prambanan temple. We always create or add something new, even in to regular conventional event & incentive programs to make everything easy and special for our guests. • Professional and friendly drivers. • Serve tickets, hotels and tour packages • Our team local people at Yogyakarta, knowing very well surrounding area of Yogyakarta
We are special driver who can speaking English well. We will make the travelers like our best friend. So you Will get driver,friend,and guide on the road with just pay driver only.
The best adventure and all main destination cave for tourist at Yogyakarta. Visit the most unique cave in Yogyakarta, it is will memorable at your life. Jomblang cave : Enjoy the amazing illumination of Jomblang Cave and witness the heavenly light where angels descend in this truly intriguing experience. Witness a ray of light illuminate the cave, giving it a heavenly feeling' Pindul Cave and River Tubing : We will go with local guide at cave, we call this cave pindul. we will use Tubing for explore this cave. Witness the biggest stalactite stone at south Asia and the darkness area under that stone . we will explore oyo river with tubing and jump suit. a lot of fun in this area, Know before you go • Entrance Fees is not included, you can pay directly to the operator at each destination in cash or card. (Jomblang Cave: 500,000 IDR + Pindul Cave: 200,000 IDR) • Please bring extra clothes, Towel, and Sun Block
Watch the spectacular sunrise from the Indonesia most active volcano from Yogyakarta, Mount Merapi.Rise early to embark on an adventure mountain trekking and be accompanied by a professional guide.Witness the sunrise view while learning about its history nature. Highlights: • Conquer Mount Merapi by a midnight trekking with the experts • Be rewarded by the amazing sunrise view at the top of Mount Merapi • Experience the nature wildlife and outdoors by trekking
The tourism jeep community located on the hillside Menoreh precisely in the south of Borobudur temple, is ready to take you on a tour while testing adrenaline with a different sensation, by taking you around the village and along the shallow river.
1. We are originally as local people, knowing enough about Yogyakarta and surrounding areas, and having experiences in serving tourists. 2. We use an English Speaking Driver as your guide on the way in the car. It could economize your tour expenses. At least, you can take a local guide at Borobudur and Prambanan temple if you need it. 3. We will keep you in our minds and hearts. We serve you sincerely, friendly, and happily because Your Satisfaction Is Our Happiness. Note: After being closed almost 3 years in the end of 2019, now Borobudur temple is opened for climbing up to the top but with very limited quota. Only a lucky person who gets the special ticket for climbing up. If you don't get the special ticket, you can buy the regular ticket just to walk surrounding the temple. Especially on Monday, the main temple of Borobudur and Prambanan is closed. People are only allowed to see the main temple from the yard.''
Experience Borobudur at sunrise on this day trip from Yogyakarta that includes hotel pickup in the very early morning so you can make it to this 9th-century temple and UNESCO World Heritage site at the most tranquil time of day. With a guide, you'll explore the temple (the largest Buddhist temple in the world) and then go biking through the nearby villages. Lunch is included.
We will start early morning to whom staying at Yogyakarta hotels, at 03.30 am and drive 1 hour by car to reach Borobudur temple. We provide you an skip off the line admissions.Take another walk 5 minute only to climb up Borobudur temple. Our staff will escort you and make sure you reach the top of Borobudur temple, walking at dawn time with flashlights. Sunrise time will be changed and different from one month to another, but this is around 05.30-06.00 am. We will let you know the time of sunrise based on your travel's date. Our staff will be back to you after sunrise to explore and explain the temple from the top till the base, and finish at restaurant to have a break and having breakfast. While you have a breakfast, our staff will prepare the bikes for you. Make sure you feel convenience before the cycling. This will be an easy path to bike around the villages escorted by our tour guide.
The massive Borobodur Buddhist Temple is the reason ships docking to Semarang Port. Your experienced local guide and driver will meet you at the arrival gates of Semarang Port. For ease of identifying your pickup, they will hold a sign with your name on it. Please follow the way to exit gate for PUBLIC, do not follow the GROUP exit. After meeting with our Borobudur Tour from Semarang Port Team,, just relax and enjoy the sights as you are transported to the magnificent Borobudur Temple. On arrival at Borobudur, explore the temple whilst benefitting from the knowledge of your local guide ( allowed to visit only until to the temple yard ). As the world's largest Buddhist temple, Borobudur is regarded as one of the world’s seven wonders. Encounter 504 life-sized Buddha statues, each carved from a single stone. Discover seated Buddha statues beneath each bell-shaped spire. Enjoy a typical local food for your lunch ( at own expenses ) before returning back to Semarang port.
Yogyakarta (often called 'Jogja'), the cultural hub of Indonesia, which has amazing archaeological and historical sites such as Borobudur Temple, Prambanan Temple, and other hundreds ancient's sites. Let's explore these great places on this cultural tour together!
This will be your effective day visiting all great spots in a day, to whom has no enough time exploring Yogyakarta.
Indonesia's most important archaeological sites are the temples Borobudur and Prambanan. Yogyakarta is also where the Javanese language is at its purest, Java’s arts at their brightest and its traditions most visible. This exhibition of culture combined with 2 of Indonesia's renowned landmarks in the form of the volcanoes Bromo and Ijen and their landscape all in one tour. Get ready to experience Java. After the tour you will be dropped in Ketapang harbour, where you can take the ferry to Bali. Hotels used: First night: in the train Second night in Cemara Lawang village: Cafe Lava Hotel (or similar) Third night in Bondowoso city: Ijen View Hotel. All included except travel insurance, personal expenses, horse riding Bromo, optional tours, lunches and dinners. If the party consists in 4 or more an English speaking guide is added.
Why Choose Village Cycling and Homestay Experiences in Borobudur?
Authentic Cultural Immersion
Go beyond the monuments to understand the daily lives, traditions, and hospitality of Javanese villagers.
Scenic Rural Landscapes
Cycle through picturesque rice fields, traditional villages, and lush Javanese countryside.
Meaningful Local Interaction
Engage directly with local communities, learn about their way of life, and build genuine connections.
Genuine Homestay Experience
Spend a night with a local family, sharing meals and experiencing Javanese home life firsthand.
Accessible Adventure
Gentle cycling routes suitable for most fitness levels, making it an enjoyable way to explore.
Taste of Local Cuisine
Enjoy traditional home-cooked meals prepared by your host family, offering a true taste of Javanese flavors.
Types of Village Cycling and Homestay Experiences in Borobudur
Half-Day Village Cycling Tours
These shorter tours focus on exploring the immediate villages surrounding Borobudur. You'll typically cycle for 2-3 hours, covering several hamlets and experiencing local life. These are great for travelers with limited time who want a taste of rural exploration.
Full-Day Cycling & Homestay Packages
These comprehensive packages combine an extended cycling route with an overnight stay in a local homestay. The cycling can cover a wider area, allowing for deeper exploration of the landscape and more interaction opportunities. The homestay provides a truly immersive cultural experience.
Cycling Tours with Local Guide
Focusing on deep local knowledge, these tours are led by guides from the villages themselves. They offer unparalleled insights into Javanese culture, traditions, and the history of the area, often sharing personal stories and experiences.
What to Expect on Village Cycling and Homestay Experiences Tours
Duration
Cycling segments typically range from 2 to 4 hours. Homestay experiences are usually for one night, starting in the afternoon and concluding the next morning.
Weather
Central Java is generally warm and humid year-round. Expect temperatures around 28-32°C. The rainy season is typically from October to April, with sporadic showers. The dry season is from May to September.
Group Size
These tours often favor smaller groups, typically ranging from 2 to 8 people, to ensure a more intimate and personalized experience with local communities.
What's Included
Inclusions vary but generally cover bicycle rental, helmet, a local guide, snacks/drinks, and meals (for full-day/homestay packages). Homestays include a basic room for the night.
Meeting Point
Most tours depart from or near the Borobudur temple complex. Specific meeting points will be detailed upon booking, often at a designated tourist information point or directly at your accommodation if it's within the vicinity.
Additional Costs
While tours cover core activities, personal expenses, souvenirs, tips for guides or hosts, and drinks beyond those provided are typically extra. Travel to and from Borobudur is also not usually included.
Expert Tips for the Best Experience
Wear comfortable, light clothing suitable for cycling and warm weather. Avoid loose fabrics that could get caught in the bike chain.
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the tropical sun.
Pack insect repellent, especially if you plan to stay overnight. Mosquitoes can be present in rural areas.
Carry a small backpack for your essentials like water, camera, and any personal items.
Learn a few basic Indonesian phrases (like 'Terima kasih' for thank you) – it goes a long way with local communities.
Be open-minded and respectful of local customs and traditions. Dress modestly when visiting villages and interacting with families.
Stay hydrated. Carry a reusable water bottle, and many tours will offer refills.
Inform your tour operator or guide of any dietary restrictions or allergies well in advance, especially for homestay meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:Is this suitable for beginners who don't cycle often?
A: Yes, these tours are generally designed for a relaxed pace. The routes are usually flat and take you through villages, not strenuous terrain. It's more about the cultural experience than athletic achievement.
Q:What kind of food can I expect at a homestay?
A: You can expect simple, delicious Javanese home cooking. Meals often include rice, vegetables, chicken or fish, and local spices. It's a fantastic way to taste authentic regional flavors.
Q:What are the sleeping arrangements like at a homestay?
A: Homestays offer a basic but clean private room for guests. Facilities are usually simple, often with a fan and shared bathroom facilities. It's a cultural experience, not a luxury hotel.
Q:Do I need to bring anything special for the cycling part?
A: Just yourself and comfortable clothing! Bikes and helmets are provided. You might want to bring your own cycling gloves if you prefer them, but it's not essential.
Q:How much interaction can I expect with the local people?
A: These tours are built around interaction. Your local guide will facilitate introductions, and you'll have opportunities to observe and perhaps participate in daily activities. Homestays offer the most in-depth interaction.
Q:What if I want to take photos?
A: Most locals are happy to have their photos taken, but it's always polite to ask first, especially if you're taking a close-up. Your guide can help you with this.
Q:Are there ATMs or places to buy things in the villages?
A: ATMs are generally not available in the villages. You'll find small local shops ('warungs') selling basic necessities and snacks, but it's best to carry some small local currency (Indonesian Rupiah) for any personal purchases.
Why Visit Borobudur?
Witness sunrise over the majestic Borobudur temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Experience authentic Javanese village life surrounding the iconic Borobudur temple.
Explore ancient Buddhist artistry and spiritual ambiance unlike anywhere else.
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Central Java near Borobudur.
Engage with friendly locals and learn traditional crafts in Borobudur villages.
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty and historical depth of Borobudur.
Best Time to Visit
Weather
Borobudur experiences a tropical monsoon climate, characterized by warm temperatures year-round and distinct wet and dry seasons. The humidity is generally high, and rainfall can be heavy during the wet season, often occurring in short, intense bursts. The dry season offers sunnier days with less chance of rain.
Best Months
The dry season, from April to October, is generally considered the best time to visit Borobudur. Specifically, the months of May, June, and July often provide pleasant weather with less humidity and lower chances of rain, making temple exploration more comfortable.
Peak Season
The peak season typically coincides with the dry months, especially July and August, and also during major Indonesian holidays like Eid al-Fitr. Expect larger crowds at Borobudur temple and potentially higher accommodation prices.
Off Season
The off-season runs through the wet months, roughly November to March. While you might encounter more rain, the crowds are significantly smaller, and you can often find better deals on accommodation and tours.
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Transportation Tips
Getting around Borobudur and its surrounding villages is quite manageable. Many visitors opt for renting bicycles or joining guided bicycle tours to explore the local landscape and villages at a leisurely pace. Traditional horse-drawn carts, known as 'andong', are also available for a charming, albeit slower, way to see the sights. For longer distances or more comfort, taxis and ride-sharing apps are accessible, though less common in the immediate village areas. Walking is also a great option for short distances within the villages, allowing for spontaneous interactions with locals.
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