Overview
Yogyakarta is Java's cultural capital. It is the base for two of Asia's greatest temples, Buddhist Borobudur and Hindu Prambanan, along with a living royal palace and a thriving arts scene.
Duration
3 nights · 4 days
Best Time to Visit
April to October.
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Indonesia: Volcanoes, Temples & Dragons →What You'll See
Borobudur
The world's largest Buddhist temple.
Prambanan
Soaring 9th-century Hindu spires.
The Kraton
The Sultan's palace, still in use today.
Taman Sari
The royal water castle.
Mount Merapi
Java's most active volcano.
What You'll Do
- Watch sunrise over Borobudur from Setumbu Hill
- See the Ramayana Ballet performed at Prambanan
- Try your hand at a batik-making workshop
- Take a jeep tour on the slopes of Mount Merapi
- Shop and snack along Malioboro Street
Sample Itinerary
Day by Day
- 1
Day 1
Arrive in Yogyakarta
Afternoon at the Kraton and Taman Sari.
- 2
Day 2
Borobudur & Merapi
Sunrise at Borobudur, then an afternoon Merapi jeep tour.
- 3
Day 3
Prambanan
A batik workshop, Prambanan at golden hour and the Ramayana Ballet.
- 4
Day 4
Depart
Malioboro Street before your onward journey.
Every itinerary is fully tailor-made. We'll adjust the pace, hotels and experiences to suit you.
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