Discover Yogyakarta’s Essentials on a Private Half-Day Tour

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Discover Yogyakarta’s Essentials on a Private Half-Day Tour

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13 Mar
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14 Mar
Sun
15 Mar
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Private Tour (25-26)

Duration: 5 hours
Instant confirmation
Free cancellation
Pickup included

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INR 11,943

Highlights

Experience Yogyakarta's essential cultural treasures on this half-day private tour, perfect for first-time visitors seeking an efficient introduction to the city's royal landmarks and traditional crafts.
Begin at the magnificent Kraton, Yogyakarta's Sultan's Palace founded in 1755 and still serving as the Sultan's residence today. Explore exquisite pavilions, courtyards, and museums displaying royal heirlooms and ceremonial artifacts. Your guide explains the palace's symbolic architecture and royal customs.
Walk to enchanting Taman Sari (Water Castle), the former royal pleasure garden built in 1758. Wander through ornamental pools, underground tunnels, and meditation chambers featuring unique Indo-Javanese architecture.
Conclude in historic Kota Gede district, the former Mataram Kingdom capital and Yogyakarta's center for traditional silver craftsmanship. Visit artisan workshops to observe skilled silversmiths and browse authentic batik workshops before returning to your hotel.

Itinerary

  • Yogyakarta Palace

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    The morning starts with the Sultans palace, also known as the Kraton. Situated in the centre of the city and was founded in 1755

  • Water Castle (Tamansari)

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Situated just 250 metres away from Sultans palace, and was built in 1758 by the prince, with the sole purpose of being used as a ‘place of pleasure’ by the prince and his harem

  • Kota Gede

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Where you can visit batik factories, silversmiths and other shopping

What's included

INCLUDED

All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
All applicable taxes and service charges
A half-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide

NOT INCLUDED

Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities
Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement
Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing outside the general area
Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour is operated on a full private basis with an English-speaking guide; other languages on request and subject to availability
Return transfers apply only for customers staying in downtown Yogyakarta
Transfers outside these areas, including Borobudur, Prambanan regions and Yogyakarta International Airport, are excluded; supplements apply
Not stroller accessible. Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Pick-up time will be confirmed after booking or the day before departure
Guests are responsible for protecting electronic devices against natural elements
Flora, fauna and environmental protection principles are strictly respected
Correct hotel information is the customer’s responsibility
Changes within 24 hours are subject to request
The Sultan’s Palace is open daily from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (1:00 pm on Fridays) and closed on public and royal holidays; tours operate in the morning only
Hotel pickups commence prior to departure time

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Location

Address
Jl. Rotowijayan Blok No. 1, Enter from the west of Alun-alun, Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Provider

Asian Trails LTD

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