Day Trips from Yogyakarta

Borobudur Sunrise from Setumbu Hill Merapi Volcano and Prambanan

An amazing day

It was an amazing experience. You can explore the temples and the local volcano in one day and everything went exactly as planned. Narto was a great guide and very supportive. You can make changes to the schedule on the go, depending on what you want to do/see. All in all just a great day that we would recommend to anyone visiting Yogyakarta.

2-Hour City Introduction on Walking Tour

A crisp tour to arrive quickly and relaxed in Yogjakarta!

We had a super interesting and exciting tour with Arief to get to know Yogjakarta. The guide is super nice, polite and flexible. We had another street food tour with Arief. This is also highly recommended.

Yogyakarta City tour and Ijo Temple Sunset

Exploring Yogyakarta’s Royal Heritage: A Perfect Day Tour

Our one-day tour of Yogyakarta perfectly showcased the city’s rich cultural heritage. Starting at the magnificent Yogyakarta Palace, we explored centuries of Javanese royal history through stunning architecture and fascinating collections. The Museum Sonobudoyo was an unexpected highlight, housing impressive traditional artifacts that beautifully contextualized the region’s artistic legacy. The afternoon brought us to the enchanting Water Castle (Tamansari), where the Sultan’s former recreational complex sparked our imagination with tales of royal leisure. Our final stop at Ijo Temple was particularly memorable - climbing to this hilltop sanctuary during golden hour offered breathtaking panoramic views of Yogyakarta spread below, providing the perfect contemplative end to our cultural journey. Throughout the experience, our guide Mr. Sarj proved invaluable with his extensive knowledge and genuine passion for the city’s heritage. His engaging storytelling brought each location to life, weaving historical facts with local legends while ensuring we had the best photo opportunities and local recommendations. This tour strikes the ideal balance between education and enjoyment, making it essential for understanding Yogyakarta’s heart and soul in just one day.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​