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Borobudur Prambanan Tour | Private Shore Excursion from Semarang Port
A fantastic one-day excursion designed for cruise ship passengers arriving at Semarang Cruise Port, offering a chance to explore the premier tourist attractions in Central Java.
The journey will begin at Semarang Port, taking you to the magnificent Borobudur Temple the largest Buddhist temple well know as the UNESCO site heritage. After exploring this iconic site, the tour will proceed to the stunning Prambanan Temple, where you can discover the largest complex of Hindu temples built in the 9th century. Finally, the adventure will conclude with a return to Semarang Port.
The duration of this tour is longer than one day tour to Borobudur only, and could be organize with a condition, that your cruise ship dock longer or overnight at Semarang Port.
To understand better this tour, please read the FAQ
Tour Highlights
- Borobudur Temple – Largest Buddhist Monument in the world
Explore the 8th‑century Borobudur, the world’s biggest Buddhist temple, built by the Shailendra dynasty. Admire its seven terraces symbolizing the path to nirvana, thousands of relief panels, and 72 stupas surrounding the central dome. - Prambanan Temple – Largest Hindu Temple Complex in Indonesia
Visit the 9th‑century Prambanan, dedicated to Brahma, Shiva, and Vishnu. Marvel at its towering spires and intricate Ramayana reliefs carved into the temple walls. - Two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in One Day
Experience both Borobudur and Prambanan in a single excursion, a rare opportunity for cruise passengers docking at Semarang. - Cultural Immersion in Central Java
Discover the golden age of Javanese civilization (7th–13th centuries AD) through its architecture, art, and spiritual heritage. - Private & Comfortable Transport
Travel in a private vehicle from Semarang Port with an experienced driver, ensuring convenience and flexibility. - Expert Local Guide
Gain insights into the history, symbolism, and legends of both temples with an English‑speaking guide.
Why Borobudur Prambanan One-Day Tour from Semarang Port?
- Enjoy a private tour with private transportation options.
- The schedule and itinerary for the tour can be adjusted or reduced to suit individual preferences.
- An exploration of cultural heritage featuring visits to Borobudur, a Buddhist temple, and Prambanan, a Hindu temple.
- This excursion is highly recommended for passengers disembarking from cruise ships at Semarang Port.
- Experience a unique opportunity to delve into the rich history and architecture of these iconic sites.
Detailed Tour Itinerary
Step 1 Semarang Port to Borobudur temple
- 07.00: Pick up from Semarang Port, and then drive to Borobudur Temple.
- 10.00: Arrive at Borobudur Temple and start to discover The huge temple that stands on a hillock with seven square terraces represents the steps from the earthly realm to the nirvana at the three circular terraces to the biggest mother stupa at the top.
Thousand relief panels here depict the birth, enlightenment, death Buddha, and journey of Bodhisattvas. See the panoramic view on the third level, where we can see 72 stupas, the biggest one being the top of Borobudur Temple. - 12.00 leaving Borobudur to Prambanan Temple, stop over to visit Mendut and Pawon temples, if time permits.
Step 2 Prambanan Tour to Semarang Port
- 13.00 – Visit Prambanan Temple the most important complex of Hindu temple built on 9th century compound by 3 temple dedicated for Brahma Siva and Vishnu, See for yourself sixteen temples stand majestically here.
Sequel relief panels of Ramayana epic on carved on the temples’ wall will be another alternative way to find out how skillfully the builders of the temples had been. - 15.00 – leave the temple and drive back to Semarang Port
- 18.00 arrive at Port End of service
What’s included in Package
All the items that are including in tour package
- Private Transport (including driver fuel toll ways and parking fee)
- Entrances Ticket to Borobudur and Prambanan Temples
- English speaking Tour guide both 2 destinations
- Mineral Water bottled.
What’s not included?
All the items that are not including in tour package
- Meals (lunch)
- All Personal Expenses
- Gratuity
Price List
What the price of the Borobudur Prambanan One Day Tour from Semarang Port ?
| Members | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 01 | USD 380 |
| 02 | USD 220 |
| 03 | USD 190 |
| 04 | USD 186 |
| 05+ | UD |
Prices are subject to change without notice, to get a accurate and discounted price information, please contact us.
Payment Method
We accept payments in cash in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), United States Dollars (USD), Euros (EURO), Singapore Dollars (SGD), or other currencies. Additionally, we facilitate payments through online methods such as PayPal or bank transfers via WISE.COM. Please note that we do not accept credit card payments.
How to book?
To reserve this tour, we require some information from you.
- Vessel’s name
- Date of the excursion and the timetable for embarkation.
- Total number participants
- We will send quotation and then confirmation letter please contact us.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is included in the tour package?
Private transport (driver, fuel, tolls, parking), entrance tickets to Borobudur & Prambanan, English‑speaking guide, and bottled mineral water. - What is excluded from the package?
Meals (lunch), gratuities, and personal expenses are not included. - Where does the tour start?
Pick‑up is directly from Semarang Cruise Port, making it convenient for cruise ship passengers. - What is the itinerary?
07:00: Pick‑up at Semarang Port
10:00: Explore Borobudur Temple
12:00: Drive to Prambanan (with optional stops at Mendut & Pawon)
13:00: Visit Prambanan Temple
15:00: Return to Semarang Port
18:00: Arrival back at port. - How long is the tour?
Approximately 11 hours (07:00–18:00), depending on cruise docking schedules. - What makes this tour special for cruise passengers?
It’s a private, customizable excursion designed for cruise schedules, combining two UNESCO World Heritage sites in one day. - What payment methods are accepted?
Cash in IDR, USD, EUR, SGD, or other currencies; converted and transfer by Wise.com bank transfer. Credit cards are not accepted. - How do I book the tour?
Provide your vessel’s name, excursion date, embarkation timetable, and number of participants. You’ll then receive a quotation and confirmation letter. - Can the itinerary be adjusted?
Yes, the schedule can be shortened or customized depending on your cruise docking time and preferences.
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