Visit Borobudur temple the largest ancient Buddhist temple in Central Java

Borobudur One Day Tour from Semarang Port (Private Trip)

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Borobudur One Day Tour from Semarang Port | Cruise Shore Excursion

Discover the magnificent Borobudur Temple, the world’s largest Buddhist sanctuary and a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a perfectly planned one-day private tour designed specifically for cruise ship passengers arriving at Semarang’s Tanjung Emas Port.

Our “Wonderful Borobudur” tour eliminates the stress of time constraints with a Guaranteed On-Time Return to Port policy. Over the course of 10 hours, you will travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver/guide, ensuring a comfortable, personalized, and efficient journey.

Tour Highlights

  • Borobudur Temple: Explore the nine stacked platforms, climb to the stupa terraces, and witness the profound religious reliefs and 504 Buddha statues. (Note: Access to the structure may be limited on Mondays.)
  • Mendut & Pawon Temples: Stop to see the smaller, historically linked satellite temples, forming a complete spiritual journey.
  • Worry-Free Guarantee: We track your cruise schedule to ensure prompt pickup and drop-off, making this the most reliable Borobudur day trip from Semarang Port.

Book your private Semarang Shore Excursion today and secure your visit to Central Java’s crown jewel!

What You Can Expect?

  • Smooth Pick at Semarang Cruise port
    Your driver and tour guide will meet you right at the port exit holding a sign with your name for easy recognition
  • Comfortable Private transport
    Enjoy 3-2 Hours drive in an air-conditioned vehicle Sit Back relax and take in the view of Central Java country side whole your guide share insight about local culture
  • Guided exploration of Borobudur temple
    Spend your time discovering
    – The iconic stepped structure of Borobudur
    – Nine terraces symbolizing the stage of enlighten
    – Hundreds of detailed bas reliefs
    -Over 500 Buddha statues and great stupas at the top. Your guide will explain the history symbolism and spiritual meaning behind the UNISCO would heritage
  • optional Lunch at local Restaurant
    if time allows enjoy and authentic Indonesian meals and a clean comfortable local restaurant
  • Guaranteed on time return to your ship
    We monitor your cruise schedule closely to ensure your are brought back tor port well before departure completely worry free

Why Our Borobudur One Day Tour from Semarang Port?

We understand the unique needs of cruise travelers. Here are the top reasons to book your private Borobudur One Day Tour with us:

  • Guaranteed On-Time Return to Your Ship
    Your number one priority is ours. Our itinerary is expertly managed to account for traffic and ensure your guaranteed, punctual return to the Semarang Cruise Port (Tanjung Emas) well ahead of your ship’s departure time. Travel with peace of mind—we handle the clock.
  • Maximum Comfort & Efficiency (Private Tour)
    Unlike crowded bus tours, our service is 100% private. You’ll travel directly from the port to Borobudur Temple in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. This eliminates unnecessary stops and waiting for other passengers, maximizing your time at the temple and ensuring a personalized experience.
  • Ethical & Transparent Service (No Hidden Costs)
    We guarantee fair and honest pricing. Our drivers are strictly prohibited from earning commissions by forcing unnecessary stops at souvenir shops or specific restaurants. Your day is dedicated purely to the Borobudur experience, not unwanted sales pitches.
  • Experienced Local Expertise
    Benefit from our decades of experience (since 1996) in Central Java tourism. Your English-speaking driver is not just a chauffeur; they are a reliable local guide who knows the fastest routes, best times to visit, and local insights to make your day seamless and memorable.
  • Hassle-Free Logistics from Port to Temple
    We manage all the logistics, from meeting you right outside your cruise ship terminal at Semarang Port to handling the long round-trip journey to Borobudur. You simply step off your ship and start your magnificent cultural adventure immediately.

Tour Itineraries

Semarang Port to Borobudur

  • 07.00 to 08.00 (depending on the ship’s schedule) Your ship docks at Semarang Port; it may later depend on your ship’s scheduled time.
  • Our team will pick you up in front of the exit gate with your name in hand and then depart directly from Semarang to Borobudur temple at Magelang Central Java, which takes approximately 2 hours.

Borobudur Tour

  • 11.00: Arrive at Borobudur, get the entrance ticket, then walk through the beautiful gardens, walking up the stairs to reach the courtyard around Borobudur Temple. We can see the statues with different hand positions from four different angles.
  • Starting from the lowest level, in the open basement a piece of relief from the Mahakaramawibangga story (stories that contain the teachings of cause-and-effect stories) and take pictures of the whole temple background.
  • 12.00. Climbing the steps up to the second level, where we can watch the story of Buddha life, who incarnated as Price Siddharth Gautama, the prophet of Buddhism.
  • And then to the third level, well known as the perfection level, where we can watch 72 stupas that are arranged in circular mode and the biggest mother stupa in the center, symbolized of perfection life, from where we could enjoy a moment to watch panorama view the surrounding Borobudur Temple. 

Return to Semarang Port

  • 13.00, then going down back to joint transport, and then leaving the temple to go to a go to a local restaurant.
  • 14.00: going back to Semarang, passing through the same route, making a photo stop to take pictures if the time permits.
  • 16.00 – Arrive back at Semarang Port End of service

Price List

What the price of the Borobudur One Day Tour Package from Semarang Port?

ParticipantsPrice Per Person
01USD 298
02USD 169
03USD 159
04USD 149
05USD 120
Note:
It is important to note that prices may fluctuate at any moment. We encourage you to secure this tour package now to take advantage of a discount. Should you have any inquiries, please feel free to reach out to contact us

What’s Included?

All the items that are including in tour package

  • Private transport with van air conditioning
    (the vehicle size will depend on the members of the group, the driver, gasoline, toll, and parking fees.)
  • Entrances tickets
  • English Speaking official shared tour guide in Borobudur
  • Mineral water

What’s Not Included?

All items that are excluded from the tour package.

  • Lunch (you may ask to our team to stop at hygienic local restaurant)
  • All personal expenses
  • Gratuity for driver and tour guide

Method of payment

We accept online payment methods by Revolute and Wise.com, or by PayPal (5%) but we do not accept payment by credit card.

How to book?

To serve you better, we require additional information regarding your needs as below

  • Your vessel’s name
  • The Group’s name
  • Tour date and time schedule
  • total number of participants

Booking Procedure

  • We will send your official invoice and instruction to payment.
  • Tour will ready after you proceed payment.
  • Further information and request a quotation please contact us

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