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 🙂
I will pay for these food samples, if you want more you can purchase it yourself.
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 3 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.
The Town of Phylosophy: Nagari Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat
Philosophy, culture, and spirituality are all deeply intertwined in Yogyakarta, a city in Java, Indonesia. Known by its charming nickname, "Jogja," this city has been a center of philosophical and intellectual endeavors for centuries, gaining the title of "Town of Philosophy."
Fun facts about Yogyakarta!
Yogyakarta is the only region in Indonesia that is still ruled by the Sultan (King) as a governor of Yogyakarta.
During this experience, we will see local activities while exploring a portion of Yogyakarta's cosmological axis, which has many stories and profound meanings.
- We will start at "Jeron Beteng," Where we can visit the central Gudeg (traditional authentic dish from Java) of Yogyakarta.
- Northern town square, where we can see the front of Keraton Yogyakarta (Sultan's Palace) and the iconic twin trees in the middle of the square.
- Zero point of Yogyakarta, where we can see a few old European buildings.
- Beringharjo Market to see the local activity in one of the oldest markets in Yogyakarta.
- Ketandan Chinatown, which has a cross-cultural history.
- Malioboro Street. This experience will be finish here, in the main popular street where the activity is never-ending here!
So! What are you waiting for!? Let's book and join this experience as a nice start to visiting this town or to know many things to do in this town and make your memorable trip in Yogyakarta!
Looking forward to see you, and have a nice day!