The 13 Tours in Surabaya That Earn Their Price

1.Mount Bromo Sunrise Tour from Surabaya or Malang – 1 Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,759 reviews · from $153Our pick

Leave around 11:30 pm for Mount Penanjakan, where your private guide helps you find a good sunrise spot above Tengger Caldera. Then cross the ash plain by 4WD Jeep, climb to Bromo’s crater, and eat breakfast at Lava View Restaurant before returning to Surabaya or Malang. Guides may include Laz, Ubay, Ozy, or Pram.

“Our guide, Pram made this such a wonderful tour. It felt like we got to spend time with a friend, playing UNO as we waited for the sunrise. She brought us to all the best spots that weren’t too crowded, and helped us get great pictures. She also gave us local recommendations for later near our hotel. She is wonderful and it was a pleasure learning about Indonesian culture from her while enjoying beautiful scenery! Looking into the crater (and smelling!) was an incredible experience.”

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2.From Surabaya / Malang : Mt Bromo Sunrise – Ijen Blue Fire 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 351 reviews · from $387

Spend three days with a private guide visiting Mount Bromo and Mount Ijen from Surabaya or Malang. You will watch sunrise from Penanjakan, hike to Bromo’s crater, then climb Ijen after midnight to see its blue flame. Hotels, breakfasts, lunch, transport, park fees, a gas mask, and headlamp are included. Ask if Hamzah is available as your guide.

“We decided to tour Indonesia for several weeks in June 2022, and Bromo and Ijen were on our to-do list. After searching for various tours, we came across this one and decided to take the plunge. The communication with our guide, Hamzah, Read more”

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3.Mount Bromo – Tumpak Sewu Waterfall – Ijen Bluefire Tour – Bali 4d3n

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 350 reviews · from $500

Travel from Surabaya across East Java with a private English-speaking guide and driver. You will see Bromo sunrise, Tumpak Sewu and Kapa Biru waterfalls, and Ijen Crater before taking the ferry to Bali. Guides such as Yogi, Dani, and Feby have been praised for attentive service, but the hikes and early starts require good fitness.

“Very intensive and exciting tour. Every day, a highlight. You need to be somehow well shaped, to enjoy the hikes to the volcanoes. Our tour guide Dani was very attentive as well as the driver. We enjoyed each and every second! if you love the nature, you can choose the homestay option. Otherwise we would recommend the hotel alternative.”

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4.From Surabaya / Malang : Mt Bromo Sunrise – Ijen Blue Fire 2D1N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 330 reviews · from $333

You’ll visit Mount Bromo and Ijen from Surabaya or Malang in a private 2-day trip. Guides such as Baroni, Balon, or John Rahmat may lead the treks, while your driver handles the long roads. Expect a Bromo sunrise, Ijen’s blue fire, sulfur miners, a jeep ride, one hotel night, and optional drop-off at Ketapang Port.

“It was a wonderful journey. Our tour guide Baroni was superb so did our tour driver mas Anton. We took many photos at Mt Bromo and Ijen. Our hiking to Ijen was challenging yet with the help from our guide mr. John Rahmat, everything was fiRead more”

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5.Active Volcanoes Bromo and Ijen – Start Surabaya 3 Days and 2 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 292 reviews · from $325

Travel from Surabaya to East Java’s two great volcanoes in three days. You’ll stay in Cemoro Lawang and Bondowoso, watch sunrise from King Kong Hill, cross Bromo’s Sand Sea, and hike to Ijen’s blue fire after midnight. Drivers such as Robbi, Didik, and Nendra are part of the experience, with an English-speaking guide for groups of four or more.

“Our guide, Wil, assisted by intern Bimo, was very knowledgeable. They took very good care of us for the three days, helping us take many good pictures and ensuring we enjoyed the adventure. Especially for the hike to Ijen, they adjusted Read more”

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6.Mount Bromo Sunrise 1 Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $106

Leave Surabaya around 11:30 p.m. for a private Mount Bromo morning with hotel pickup, a 4WD jeep, sunrise views from King Kong Hill, a crater visit, coffee or tea, bottled water, and a breakfast buffet. Guides associated with the tour include Andri and Salsa. Expect 12 to 14 hours on the road.

“Alles is naar wens verlopen op tijd opgehaald en een geweldige gezellige gids (Salsa) vrolijk en kon alles goed vertellen aan te raden haar als gids te vragen”

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7.4D3N Bromo Ijen Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Tour from Surabaya/Malang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · from $527

You’ll travel privately from Surabaya or Malang to Jodipan, Tumpak Sewu, Mount Bromo, and Ijen Crater. The trip includes three nights of accommodation, breakfasts, two lunches, local guides, Bromo and Ijen fees, an Ijen gas mask and headlamp. Guides such as Arya, Hirman, and Pak Agush are praised for clear communication and warm support.

“Arya provided exceptional service throughout our trip. He was attentive, professional, and always willing to accommodate our needs, making sure we felt comfortable and well taken care of at all times. His kindness and flexibility truly stood out and made a big difference in our overall experience.”

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8.Mount Bromo Private Sunrise Day Tour – From Surabaya or Malang

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · from $105

Leave Surabaya or Malang around 11:30 pm for a private, door-to-door trip to Mount Bromo. You will switch to a 4WD Jeep, watch sunrise from one of four viewpoints, walk to the crater, and eat breakfast before returning. Guide Gilang receives especially warm praise. Madakaripura Waterfall is an optional extra.

“It was a really good tour, the sunrise thwre is amazing! our guide Gilang was super helpful and always on time, thanks! Also thanks to the agency, they gave us few tips pre-trip.”

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9.12 Hours Bromo Midnight Sunrise From Surabaya & Malang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · from $147

Leave Surabaya or Malang around midnight for Mount Bromo with a private guide and driver. Reach Sukapura Village, ride a 4WD jeep to KingKong Hill, sip coffee before sunrise, visit Bromo’s caldera, and return after breakfast. Hirman is one named guide, praised for his history and local legends.

“We chose this tour somewhat randomly among the many we found online, but we ended up absolutely delighted. Hirman accompanied us throughout the day, making us feel at ease and introducing us to the history and legends of MoRead more”

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10.1 Day Bromo Private Day Tour with Madakaripura Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · from $129

Travel by private SUV or van from Surabaya, Malang, or Probolinggo to Madakaripura Waterfall and Mount Bromo. Guides such as Uke, Nita, Layla, and Fian lead the day, while a local 4WD takes you across Bromo’s sea of sand and to its crater. Expect wet feet, a long drive, and a rewarding volcano view.

“Our guide, Faizal, was very knowledgeable not only about Mount Bromo but also about Indonesian culture and life. He was very nice, spoke perfect English and made the tour amazing. The tour itself was very enjoyable and organised. Everything happened on time and all costs were covered. Doing the tour in the day meant when we visited the waterfall and Mount Bromo there weren’t many other tourists around so we got the places to ourselves. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone wanting to visit Mount Bromo from Surabaya.”

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11.Surabaya Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · from $78

This 4 to 7 hour private tour takes you from a Surabaya hotel, airport, or port to Arab Street, a traditional market, House of Sampoerna, the Heroes Monument, Hotel Majapahit, and a local lunch. Your guide can adjust the route, and guides such as Budi, Olivia, Nabila, and Layla have been praised for clear English and warm local insight.

“We had a wonderful day in Surabaya. Olivia was an absolutely fantastic tour guide! Her knowledge and enthusiasm was perfect. She met us at the port with a car and driver. It's so much better than doing the big bus excursions from the ship. She took us all over Surbaya. Often we were the only tourists to be seen. We wanted to shop for some Batik and she made an extra stop at a wonderful uncrowded store at the end of the day. Because we didn't have a lot of time, she even helped with the shopping. It was a perfect way to see Surabaya!”

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12.Private Day Tour Surabaya Historiculture

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · from $66Best value

See Surabaya with a private guide and driver in about four to five hours. Visit Monkasel, Balai Pemuda, Chinatown, Ampel Mosque, Pabean Market, Tugu Pahlawan, Mirota Batik, and Sanggar Agung Temple. Cruise-port pickup is offered, and guides such as Elvira, Ellen, Rina, Ryan, and Pram have earned praise for clear English and flexible pacing.

“Ryan was a great and knowledgeable guide. I learned a lot about the history and culture of Surabaya and it was a fun tour.”

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13.Mt Bromo Sunrise & Madakaripura Waterfall from Surabaya & Malang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · from $120

Leave around midnight for a private Mount Bromo sunrise trip by car and 4WD jeep, then hike to the crater and visit Madakaripura Waterfall. Breakfast, hot drinks, an English-speaking guide, and hotel pickup are included. Guides named Alex, Via, and Nadal have been praised for friendly, attentive service.

“Great excursion even if we were not allowed to climb the volcano since it was close for security reason.”

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