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Discover Yogyakarta’s Essentials on a Private Half Day Tour
Product code 8084P86
From
From USD 69
Dates
Nov 1, 2025 to Oct 31, 2027
Start times
8:30 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-1, Child ages 2-11, Adult ages 12-80
Options
Private Tour (25-26)
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Jakarta
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From
From USD 69
Discover Yogyakarta’s Essentials on a Private Half Day Tour
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Jakarta
Why Travelers Love This
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.
Overview
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.
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)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
The morning starts with the Sultans palace, also known as the Kraton. Situated in the centre of the city and was founded in 1755
Stop 2
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
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
Stop 3
1 hour
Stop 3
Where you can visit batik factories, silversmiths and other shopping
Additional Info
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
This tour is operated on a full private basis with an English-speaking guide; other languages on request and subject to availability
Other
Return transfers apply only for customers staying in downtown Yogyakarta
Other
Transfers outside these areas, including Borobudur, Prambanan regions and Yogyakarta International Airport, are excluded; supplements apply
Other
Not stroller accessible. Not suitable for pets
Other
No public transportation nearby
Other
Infant seats unavailable
Other
Pick-up time will be confirmed after booking or the day before departure
Other
Guests are responsible for protecting electronic devices against natural elements
Other
Flora, fauna and environmental protection principles are strictly respected
Other
Correct hotel information is the customer’s responsibility
Other
Changes within 24 hours are subject to request
Other
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
Other
Hotel pickups commence prior to departure time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.3
3 reviews
Collected by Viator
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