The folklores around the great temple of Borobudur are as if scattered pieces of puzzle. In this tour, we will bring you to ride bicycles and collect the puzzle pieces on several sites around the Borobudur temple to complete the story of the temple in the end of the tour. You will also do some fun and interesting challenges during the tour that will serve as a new experience in visiting this temple.
Silent Story Borobudur
Duration | 3 hours |
Distance | 15-17 km |
Start Tour | 07.30 or 14.30 |
Meeting point | MOANA Borobudur (Nalaya Hotel) |
Experience the enchantment of Borobudur Temple in a way you've never encountered before with MOANA's SILENT STORY BOROBUDUR Tour. This extraordinary tour is an exciting puzzle-hunting adventure in the temple's neighborhood, where you will discover the stories behind the temple's stunning reliefs from the local people living in the area.
Our tour is designed with the aim of assembling a story by collecting pieces of the silent story at several stops around the temple's area. In addition to that, you will have the opportunity to explore the local settlements, learn about the culture and lifestyle of the society, and uncover the lost lake and Buddhist teachings that are still practiced up to this day.
With our SILENT STORY BOROBUDUR Tour, you can experience the splendor and history of the temple, despite entry restrictions in place for preservation. Don't miss this meaningful journey back in time and book now to join us on this captivating adventure.
Add on breakfast, get discount 50%, only pay IDR 32,500/person.
VVIP cycling Kawasan Candi Borobudur for Indonesian Traveler:
Add on : Rp 150,000/orang
Morning Time:
To make the most of your experience, we recommend starting the tour at 7:00 AM, shortly after sunrise, which is around 5:30 AM. This timing allows you to enjoy cooler temperatures, with the tour finishing around 10:00 AM. By 11:00 AM, it can get quite hot. Please note that our usual lunch time is from 12:00 to 1:00 PM.
Afternoon Option:
The second option is to start the tour at 2:30 PM when the temperature begins to cool down as we approach sunset around 5:30 PM. We will return to the endpoint before it gets dark, around 6:00 PM. This timing is perfect for you to enjoy a leisurely dinner after a few hours of cycling.
Our team consists mostly of university students who are passionate about tourism and cycling. By joining our tours, you’re helping us support our education and pursue our dreams of traveling the world.
What to Wear for Your Cycling Tour:
Comfortable Clothing: Wear lightweight, breathable clothing that allows for easy movement.
Cycling Shorts or Pants: Padded cycling shorts or pants can provide extra comfort for longer rides.
Closed-Toe Shoes: Comfortable, closed-toe shoes with good grip are essential for safety and efficient pedaling.
- Light Jacket : Depending on the weather, a light jacket or windbreaker can be helpful to protect you from the humid or wind early morning tour.
The items you need to prepare for the tour :
- Light and comfortable clothing;
- Hat (optional);
- Closed-toe shoes or sports sandals;
- Water bottle (tumbler).
MOANA are committed to practicing Sustainable tourism, aiming to minimize negative environmental and social impacts.
As part of our efforts, we are reducing the use of single-use plastic bottles. Therefore, we kindly invite you to join us in our mission by bringing your personal water bottle when embarking on a tour with MOANA, we will provide water refill if you need it.
FYI: This year, we are committed to planting up to 1,000 mangroves. Thank you for your support!
Together, let’s make a positive impact on our planet while enjoying memorable adventures!
Pricing
IDR 650,000
Normal Price
- Price for Indonesian or Foreign Travelers
- Price for booking 1 pax only or min 2 pax without Promo Code
- Disc 50% the breakfast
Special Price
- Price for Indonesian or Foreign Travelers
- Valid with the use of Promo Code only
- Min 2 pax
- Disc 50% for breakfast
- Special price (discount) are valid only with the use of PROMO CODE.
- Foreign traveler with English Speaking guide, different local experience that suitable for foreigners, & different site's entrance fee. We accept international payment methods (e.g. WISE according its currency)
Add Ons
- Add on Fotografer 500,000/group
- Add on Fotografer untuk 10 orang +/ group : 900,000
- Add on Drone: 650,000/group
- Add on Cycling around Borobudur Temple: IDR 150,000/person (indonesian traveler only)
- Breakfast : 75,000/person
(Free cancelation before payment. By sending a tour request you will pay nothing.)
Tour Include:
ExcellentBased on 565 reviewsVerifiedAgnes EkaAugust 16, 2024.Family fun cycling Amazing view, quiet place, nice guide, and memorable activity for kids and family Something new for family activity in jogjaVerifiedYudhistira UAugust 16, 2024.Cycling Tour @yogyakarta Amazing view, quiet place, nice guide and photographer. If you look experience cycling in the rice farm area with googd track, choose moana nanggulan village. Also, nice for kids tourVerifiedEsriAugust 14, 2024.Solo Trips Call all of you... want the Gamau udadan ya wkwk Thank you Moana thank you mas Azhar that has been the road trip this time, the closing of the solo Trips with you ????Verifiedstratum1987August 13, 2024.Great tour to see the real life in Java Great experience to see the real life and nature of Java, away from the city. Our gyide took us through villages and the countryside and showed and learned us a lot of the local flora/fauna and farmers life. Our 2 kids (7 and 1) loved the tour.VerifiedDaydream52813268605August 11, 2024.Great tour! We had a wonderful tour with Alfat! He showed us so much we would never have discovered otherwise, was friendly, helpful and always open to questions. We learned a lot about the city, tasted local snacks and really enjoyed the time.VerifiedDSmoldersAugust 10, 2024.Very interesting tour! The cycling tour was really nice. We got a good insight in the way of living of the local people! We liked it very much. We recommend this tour to everyone who want to see more than the usual highlights.VerifiedTalitha MAugust 10, 2024.Awesomee trip Mas Zul dan Mba Mei seruu! Konsep sustainable tourism yang asik dan juga kombinasi menyenangkan dari kuliner, cardio dan healing. Sangat direkomendasikan buat yang cari alternatif wisata yang agak lain di Jogja.Verifiedvita aAugust 10, 2024.New & fun experience! it was a new & fun experience! mas Alfath & mba Vista are very helpful & give us new insight about the history of kerajaan mataram islam & made us proud to see tolerance was already practice in Indonesia long time ago. the route’s for me is quite challenging -concerning only a few time riding a bike-but mas Alfath was very patient following our pace :) next time ,we definitely want to take our teen to ride on another adventure at Moana!VerifiedkrisnaswAugust 9, 2024.+ Rep Borobudur trip with mas zul The guide is so friendly and well guide, recommended for you guys if come to Borobudur. So u can try to book bicycle when u come to BorobudurVerifiedDicky AAugust 9, 2024.amazing way to explore Jogja it was an amazing experience, i was the only one that register for this tour but it still went on, so it felt like like a private tour. we explored part of jogjakarta that is truly hidden such as kampung kauman and sungai code, because when we were there, it was just us and the locals. The tour captain, Alfat, was also very knowledgable about the historical and cultural part of the places that we visited. definitely recommended.
What can you expect from the tour
(EVEN IF YOU ARE LOCALS!)
Authenticity
Explore the true essence of Yogyakarta, from bustling markets to serene village paths, all guided by locals who share their deep knowledge and love for the city.
Adventure
Experience Yogyakarta like never before, as you cycle through its diverse landscapes and uncover its rich cultural heritage.
Local Expertise
Our friendly and knowledgeable local guides will lead you on a journey filled with stories and insights that bring the city’s history and traditions to life.
Sustainability
By choosing MOANA, you’re supporting sustainable tourism that benefits the environment and the local community.
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