Merapi Tour, Ullen Sentalu Museum, Plaosan Temple & Ijo Sunset

A rich cultural circuit from Yogyakarta — Merapi jeep adventure, Ullen Sentalu Museum, the serene twin temples of Plaosan, and a panoramic sunset at Candi Ijo. Experience the thrill of an off-road Jeep adventure on Mount Merapi, followed by a cultural journey through Javanese history and art at the beautifully curated Ulen Sentalu Museum. This private full-day tour combines volcanic landscapes, local life, and classical elegance—ideal for those who love nature and culture.

Durations: 8 hours
Type: Private Guided Tours
English 🇬🇧 / Français 🇫🇷 / Español 🇪🇸

⚡ Highlights

🚙 Off-road Jeep adventure on Mount Merapi’s lava fields

🎨 Learn Javanese royal culture at the Ullen Sentalu Museum

🏛️ Explore the peaceful beauty of Plaosan Temple

🌄 Witness a stunning sunset at Candi Ijo – Yogyakarta’s highest temple

📸 Fantastic views and Instagram-worthy spots

🚗 Private hotel pick-up & drop-off in Yogyakarta city

🗺️ Itinerary

7:00 am

Pick-up

Hotel Pick-up in Yogyakarta

8:15 am

Mount Merapi Jeep Adventure

Arrive at Merapi Jeep basecamp

8:15 am

Jeep Tours (Short Route)

Mount Merapi Jeep Tour (Short Route) 🛑 Bunker Kaliadem – Weather-dependent view of Mount Merapi 🛑 Tebing Gendol – Volcanic rock & sand mining zone 🛑 Museum Sisa Hartaku – Personal stories from 2010 eruption

10:00 am

Museum Tour

Transfer to Ullen Sentalu Museum

10:30 am

Museum Visit

Museum visit with local guide

12:00 pm

Lunch

Optional lunch at nearby restaurant (not included)

1:30 pm

Transfer

Transfer to Plaosan Temple

1:45 pm

Explore

Explore the charming twin temples of Plaosan

2:30 pm

Transfer

Transfer to Candi Ijo area

3:00 pm

Explore

Visit Candi Ijo & enjoy the sunset views

5:30 pm

Return

Return to Yogyakarta & hotel drop-off

✅ Tour Include

Hotel pick-up & drop-off (Yogyakarta city area)

Private air-conditioned car

English-speaking driver-guide

Private 4×4 Jeep with local driver for

Merapi Merapi entrance fees Fuel & parking Bottled water

🚫 Tour Exclude

Ullen Sentalu ticket (±IDR 100.000/person)

Plaosan & Candi Ijo entrance tickets (±IDR 50.000/person total)

Meals & personal expenses

🧳 What to Bring

Comfortable clothes & walking shoes
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Cash/card for meals and tickets
Camera or smartphone for photos

⏳ Timing Advice

To increase the chance of seeing Mount Merapi clearly, please depart by 07:00 AM from your hotel.

Starting later than 08:00 AM is not recommended due to potential fog.

📌 Additional Notes

Mount Merapi’s peak is visible only if weather allows. Clearer views are most likely in the morning, which is why we recommend starting the tour by 07:00 AM.
Ullen Sentalu Museum is closed on Mondays. For bookings on Mondays, we can adjust the itinerary with alternative visits.
Ijo Temple is best enjoyed during sunset. Please allow sufficient time for a relaxed visit.