Things to do in Semarang

1. Private shore excursion to Borobudur Temple from Semarang Port

Eight to nine hours with private transport — a visit to UNESCO-listed Borobudur Temple, scenic rice field views along the route.

2. Borobudur and Prambanan temples day tour from Yogyakarta

Ten-hour tour with hotel pickup — explore Borobudur and Prambanan temples with options for lunch, avoiding peak crowds.

3. Private Yogyakarta tour from Port Semarang

A full-day tour featuring Borobudur Temple, with pickup at Tanjung Emas port.

4. Car rental with English-speaking driver in Yogyakarta

Flexible car rental with an English-speaking driver for smooth travel in Yogyakarta.

“Our experience in and around Yogya was fantastic, thanks to our wonderful driver, Viki. He navigates expertly, offers excellent planning advice, and ensures a safe journey. We appreciate Viki for showcasing Yogya and being such great company.”— Lien B

5. Private shore excursion to Borobudur Temple from Semarang Port

Four hours — a private car to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Borobudur Temple from Semarang Port, with English-speaking driver included.

“Borobudur is stunning! The tour was organized excellently. Atok, our driver, was knowledgeable about the area and its culture. I highly recommend this experience.”— Safari42795733483

6. Private tour of Prambanan Temple from Semarang Cruise Port

Approximately six hours, in a private SUV — explore Prambanan Temple with a guide, lunch included, plus a potential city tour of Semarang.

“The temple was stunning and definitely a must-visit. Our guide was fantastic; he had extensive knowledge and shared numerous engaging stories. He was attentive to our needs, even offering his banana when I needed a snack due to my diabetes.”— Dawn_T

7. Borobudur Temple tour from Semarang Port for cruise passengers

Approximately 9 hours round trip — comfortable transport to Borobudur Temple, UNESCO site, with time for exploration and guaranteed timely return before your cruise departure.

“The journey was enjoyable and the driver was very careful. Both the main guide and the local guide at Borobudur displayed great knowledge. The temples are truly stunning.”— kiranasukmawati

8. Palace and temple tour from Yogyakarta to Solo

Full-day tour by private transport — explore Mangkunegaran Palace, Sukuh and Ceto Temples, with insights into local history and culture.

“The two temples are nestled in the mountains, and I really enjoyed the cool climate and the beautiful scenery along the route, particularly the stunning rice farms. The temples, especially Ceto, and the overall atmosphere were fantastic. Just be mindful that this tour requires quite a bit of driving, as Solo is relatively far from Yogyakarta and traffic can be unpredictable.”— SightseeKana

9. Cycling tour of Surakarta village

Three hours of guided cycling — rice fields, local industries, and crossing rivers on traditional boats or bamboo bridges.

“The trip was fantastic. Cycling through rice fields and small villages was enjoyable. Key highlights included exploring various small-scale industries, which provided insight into local life and allowed us to meet the residents. We toured a rice-cracker workshop, a bronze gong production site, and a facility that produces alcohol for pharmaceutical use, which still tasted decent. Our guide, Ajib, was excellent and had clearly prepared well, ensuring we could enter all locations while adhering to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. The tour concluded with a lovely lunch featuring local dishes.”— 193lexv

10. Countryside tour of Surakarta — six hours from Solo

Six hours by car — explore Sukuh Temple, Kemuning tea plantation, and a natural waterfall, all located within an hour's drive east of Solo.

“I had a fantastic and personal experience with a genuinely warm guide. Ajib was highly knowledgeable and engaging, sharing insights about local history and culture. I gained a deeper understanding of Javanese spirituality from him. The temples felt powerful and were rich in cultural significance. I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone interested in an authentic West Java experience.”— xiaolin_S

11. Cultural tour of Solo temples from Yogyakarta

Eight hours by private car — visit Sukuh and Cetho temples, Radya Pustaka Museum, and Mangkunegaran Palace, including hotel pickup in Yogyakarta.

“This tour was a great mix of city exploration and nature, alongside cultural experiences at Cetho and Sukur temples. These sites are less well-known compared to Borobudur and Prambanan, but their stunning settings and cultural significance make them worth the visit. Our driver, Halim, was accommodating and supportive throughout.”— Ilham_G

12. Mount Merapi sunrise, Jomblang Cave, and Timang Beach tour

A full-day tour featuring Mount Merapi sunrise, Jomblang Cave exploration, and relaxing at Timang Beach, all with expert local guidance.

“An unforgettable adventure awaits! Starting with an exhilarating jeep ride along winding roads at dawn, followed by the stunning sight of a volcano, rappelling down to a breathtaking cave, and zipping across the roaring ocean to a mysterious island—this tour was a thrill from start to finish. My guide, Hibza, was fantastic; definitely request him if possible. Thank you for an experience I will cherish forever.”— JamesBond1000