Bali to Borobudur

I have been to Cambodia, China - Great wall, xian worriers, loved them all. While I was in Bali I learnt about Borobudur Temple, so I am going back to Bali and hoping over to Boroudur Temple to visit another wonder. Can any one help out with the following questions? (there will be my Husband and 2 children aged 17 %26amp; 15)

I am planning to go end of November? what is the weather like, is it over populated with tourist at this time?

Would it be best to stay close to Borobudur or stay in Jayakarta? I do not want to miss the sunrise - this trip is once in a lifetime dream I do not want to miss? and which hotel is best something clean - usually stay in 4 star but after staying in Bali there are nice 3 star places?

Which is the best tour group to go with and best price - I would like to go to Borobudur Temple, Prambanan Temple and Ratu Boko Temple - and price is it best to go through a travel service in Jayakarta or is it best to go through a Bali group?

What is the approx flight cost from Bali to Borobudar - which airport should I be going to? Do I need to pay tax%26#39;s, need extra photos etc

Please any suggestions would be so gratefull I have never joined a forum before, but as I am learning more about travelling I have realised how important it is to talk to other people - saves money and time and adds to a life of experiences.

Bali to Borobudur

(1) End of November is ok what regards crowdedness. No local or foreign holidays. It is rainy season, bit do not let that deter you. Mainly short showers and sun between them. But the weather you cannot predict more than a few days ahead.

(2) You write Jayakarta, but I suppose you mean Yogyakarta. For sunrise experience of Borobudur most visitors choose the Manohara Hotel, which is located in the Borobudur compound. Google to find their website.

(3) The best price for a tour you get when you book it once you are in Yogyakarta. There are several agents in the back-packer area, close to the railway station. They can arrange transport and hotel for all your destinations.

(4) There are three airlines serving Denpasar-Yogyakarta. Best check them all out:

Garuda: http://www.garuda-indonesia.com/index.php.

Mandala: http://www.mandalaair.com/.

Lion Air: http://www.lionair.co.id/main.asp.

As this is a domestic flight, no need for extra photo%26#39;s. Airport tax is Rp 30,000 at departure.

(I suppose you already know about Visa on Arrival?)

(5) I suggest you browse my tips (and those of others) at the Virtual Tourist website, especially on Prambanan: members.virtualtourist.com/m/c8969/12745d/

Bali to Borobudur

Hi 3rdstage,

At the Bali International airport just walk over to the domestic counter to pre booked your domestic flight at the numerous airlines counters.

Compare for best deal from Bali to Jogjakarta airport.( approx.90 minuted flight time)

If you wish to see sunrise and sunset at Borobudur,there is a hotel just next to this temple.

This hotel can be booked from Bali or at Jogjakarta airport itself.

They are plenty of 3* hotel available at jogjakarta.

You can book a vehicles to take you to Borobudur and Prambandan at this hotel,bargain for best price.

Jakarta and jogjakarta is very far apart( more than 1 hour flight time)

Your Bali visa is also good for Jogjakarta and all over Indonesia.

Domestic airport tax apply for every departures.

Cheers

Yes, Borobudur is amazing. Prambanan and Ratu Boko (located in one compound) are great. I also went to the erotic temples Cetho and Sukuh.

Domestic airport tax is 30,000 (less than USD 3.00). Entrance fee to Borobudur is USD 11.00 and so is Prambanan. If you could show your student%26#39;s card they will only charge you USD 6.00. Unlike Ankor Watt in Cambodia, Borobudur is not that large. with a good guide, 2 hours is enough to explore the the temple. The best time to see is early in the morning.

There are many places to stay that range from Euros 5.00. The best tour group ? Hard to say, ask this guy Paul Yogya at balijava@hotmail.com. He is the Java, Sulawesi, Bali, Borneo and Florest specialist!

He will take you to a special spot (outside the Borobudur) to get the best view of Borobudur sunrise.

hi all,

I am going to Indonesia in June this year. And I am flying from Jogyakarta to Denpasar. I am a budget traveler and am interested in booking from Mandala air. However, they do not accept Credit Card issued outside Indonesia. Anybody has any advise how to go about booking the ticket? Or any other cheap alternatives? Thanks alot!