Yogyakarta Trip Overview
This tour includes some of the most spectacular scenic points in central Java, the Dieng Plateau with its interesting ancient Hindu Temples and Sikidang crater sulfur springs, geysers and lakes.
Come here and you will be transported back to ancient times. The temples are remnants from the glorious period of the Hindu empire in Java dating back to the 7th and 8th centuries. Standing on a plateau 2,000 meters (6,500 ft) above sea level, it is the extraordinary setting of these temples which make them most remarkable. It is believed that this place was chosen as the sacred location because of the spectacular landscape.
From the bubbling mudholes, brightly colored sulphur lakes and thick mist surrounding the plateau, visitors will easily understand why the ancient Javanese considered this place to be the seat of supernatural powers. Modern visitors to the plateau are enthralled by the unearthly beauty of this spot, with many finding it quite eerie.
Additional Info
Duration: 9 to 10 hours
Starts: Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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This tour includes some of the most spectacular scenic points in central Java, the Dieng Plateau with its interesting ancient Hindu Temples and Sikidang crater sulfur springs, geysers and lakes.
Come here and you will be transported back to ancient times. The temples are remnants from the glorious period of the Hindu empire in Java dating back to the 7th and 8th centuries. Standing on a plateau 2,000 meters (6,500 ft) above sea level, it is the extraordinary setting of these temples which make them most remarkable. It is believed that this place was chosen as the sacred location because of the spectacular landscape.
From the bubbling mudholes, brightly colored sulphur lakes and thick mist surrounding the plateau, visitors will easily understand why the ancient Javanese considered this place to be the seat of supernatural powers. Modern visitors to the plateau are enthralled by the unearthly beauty of this spot, with many finding it quite eerie.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Dieng Plateau, Dieng Indonesia
06.00 : Drive to Dieng Plateau
09.30 : Arrive at Dieng Plateau.
Dieng Plateau is a marshy plateau that forms the floor of a caldera complex on the Dieng Volcanic Complex in Banjarnegara, Central Java, Indonesia. Referred to as “Dieng” by Indonesians, it sits at 2,000 metres (6,600 ft) above sea level, far from major population centres. The name “Dieng” comes from Di Hyang which means “Abode of the Gods”.
The Plateau is the location of eight small Hindu temples from the Kalingga Kingdom.
10.30 : Move to Kawah Sikidang .
Duration: 4 hours 40 minutes
Stop At: Sikidang Crater, Desa Dieng Kulon, Kecamatan Batur, Dieng Indonesia
10.40 : Arrive at Kawah Sikidang.
Sikidang Crater was formed from a volcanic eruption in the Dieng Plateau region growing years ago. Until now this crater is still active and if you visit the crater you will see volcanic activity consisting of volcanic mud that is popping up with gas that forms as quickly as white concentrates.
11.30 : Depart back to hotel with estimate 3,5 hours drive..
Duration: 4 hours 20 minutes
