Tours & Activities in Yogyakarta
Learning about the people, their culture and tradition, can be done easily by being amongst them with the right Guru. This tour is a good introduction to the city and it's culture, tradition and the heritage of Javanese, especially for those who just arrived in the city.
We will walk along the famous Malioboro area from north to the south. Along the way, we will pass some heritage buildings with stories of their own.
Some point of interests along our journey:
1. White Pal
2. Tugu Train Station
3. Chinese influence architectures
4. Governor's Office
5. Chinatown
6. Central Market
7. Vredeburg Fort
8. Presidential Palace
9. Ground Zero of Yogyakarta City
10. North Square (Alun-alun Utara)
Beside those, we will also make some stops so you can enjoy local food and drink, among others are: kopi joss (coffee with burning charcoal), bakpia (sweet pies), lunpia (spring rolls), and jamu (herbal drink). Please come with empty stomach 🙂
Please note that this tour is one-way route from the north to the south. If you are taking motorcycle or scooter and park near the Tugu Monument, you will need to find your own way to go back there.
Please also kindly note that this tour runs with a minimum of 4 participants. If by two hours before the tour starts the minimum number of the participants has not been reached, it is with regret that the tour will be cancelled. Thank you for your kind understanding.
Yogyakarta, often referred to as Jogja, is a fascinating destination in Indonesia with a unique blend of cultural, historical, and natural attractions. Overall, Yogyakarta provides a well-rounded travel experience, offering a perfect mix of cultural, historical, artistic, and natural attractions that cater to a wide range of interests.
We will begin the tour at Tugu Yogyakarta, the iconic landmark in the heart of the city to admire the historical significance of this monument, which represents the fight for independence. Then we will head towards Fort Vredeburg Museum, a Dutch colonial fort turned museum. Explore the exhibits that narrate the history of Indonesia's struggle for independence. The museum provides a comprehensive overview of Yogyakarta's role in the country's history. This museum is located in Malioboro street, or we call it "zero point".
From the museum, we will walk to Kraton Yogyakarta, the Sultan's Palace to explore the palace complex, including Bangsal Kesatriyan (the main audience hall), the museums, and the traditional Javanese architecture.
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NOTES:
Some of the sites/places charge entrance fee, so if you are interested in visiting them closely, please prepare some cash.
Fort Vredeburg Museum : IDR 10,000 (US$ 0.63)
Royal Palace : IDR 25,000 (US$ 1.59)
