Best time: April until October
Explore the iconic volcanoes of East Java on a bit relaxed 3-day, 2-night tour starting from Yogyakarta or Bali. This experience is designed for travellers who want to visit iconic volcanoes with transport, accommodation, and local guidance arranged for convenience. Available also budget friendly trip option offered still included with transport and local guidance plus simple dormitory accommodation.
Accommodation: Regular or Budget
Regular: You will stay in simple local hotels near the Bromo and Ijen areas, selected for location and practicality. Hotel’s buffet breakfast is included daily, in the morning after Mount Bromo and Mount Ijen descend.
Budget: You will stay in dormitory or homestays in Probolinggo and Ijen areas. Breakfast box is provided.
Transport:
Transport is provided by a comfortable MPV (up to 4 guests) or large van (up to 8 guests), depending on group size.
Day 1: Yogyakarta or Bali – Transfer to near Bromo area or Probolinggo
Begin with pickup from Yogya or Bali and travel couple hours to Bromo. Lunch is taken along the way at a local restaurant. Optional stop visit can be made to visit Prambanan (entry ticket on your personal expenses). You will arrive early evening in Bromo.
Day 2: Mount Bromo Sunrise – Transfer to Ijen Area
Depart early for Mount Bromo, located inside Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Explore the volcanic landscape by 4x4 jeep operated by local villagers. Watch sunrise from designated viewpoints, then continue to the sea of sand caldera and crater area. After finishing the Bromo visit, return for breakfast and check-out before continuing towards the Ijen area, with lunch stops along the way.
Day 3: Mount Ijen – Tour End
Late at night, travel to Mount Ijen, located about two hours from the accommodation. After a briefing at the basecamp, begin the hike to the crater area. Weather and volcanic conditions permitting, you may observe the famous blue fire phenomenon, which is a natural event and not guaranteed. Continue to the summit area for sunrise views before descending back to basecamp for breakfast.
After completing the Ijen experience, the tour ends with drop-off according to the option selected during booking, such as returning to Surabaya or continuing towards Bali via ferry.