YOGYAKARTA
The best days out around Yogyakarta.
The 7 most popular historical tours in Yogyakarta. The ones worth building a morning around, with run times, prices and who actually runs the trip.
One-day Yogyakarta highlights: UNESCO Borobudur, Prambanan at sunset, and a Merapi 4x4 jeep ride, with hotel pickup and lunch.
Most Popular“The places were great but there was enough time to have 1-2 more additional stops. I felt for me it did not have enough”
Private Borobudur and Prambanan day trip with an English-speaking driver, optional Merapi jeep, and smart sunrise options from Yogyakarta.
“We were so lucky to have Joko as our driver. One of the friendliest people we have ever met. Amazing giving us tips and good stories, he also speaks English very well. Highly recommended!!”
Yogyakarta Dutch colonial walk from Tugu to Kilometer Zero. 1811–1949 stories with an English guide. 2 hours for $18.
“The tour starts at the Monument. Our guide gave us a rundown on the Yogya sultanate and it's relationship with the Dutch VOC and later with the fledgling republic. He showed us the old buildings and narrated their historical connections with the past. Ophan, our guide had deep knowledge of Yogya's history and his delivery…”
A 3-hour Yogyakarta night walk with street food, coffee, dinner options, and neon pedal cars, led by a small-group local guide.
“Angelina was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable. Food was delicious as well. It was our first evening in Joja and it was a great introduction.”
Taste Yogyakarta at night on a private street-food and heritage walk with English guides, Alun-Alun Kidul games, and included dinner.
“We had such a great time! Dora was fun, flexible and super informative. We had delicious food, learned a lot and had a great time! Definitely recommend.”
Small-group walk in Kota Gede: royal cemetery, traditional houses, Pasar Legi market, jamu making, and a silversmith, 2–3 hours.
“Upik is very kind to help us understand the local culture and history. Although the weather was very hot, we still very enjoyed.”
Private Yogyakarta heritage tour: Sonobudoyo Museum, Kraton Palace, Taman Sari Water Castle and Bale Raos lunch, with pickup.
“It was a very informative culture Tour with Gilang and Sorin. Their english speaking skills were good. Especially the Batik course was very nice, so one can appreciate the work which is put in this kind of work. I have only respect and admiratioRead more”
The temples, the volcano, the caves and the craft. Every part of the region, and every way to see it.
