Discover Yogyakarta’s Essentials on a Private Half-Day Tour
Overview
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5 hours
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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.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
Yogyakarta Palace
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)
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
Options
Private Tour (25-26)
Pickup included
What‘s 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
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)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
You should see Jogjakarta with Ditto as your tour guide!
Aikaterini B,Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ditto gave us a tour of the palace, and I loved the fact that he was happy to accommodate our desire to see certain other things, eg he took to a Luwak coffee place to see the process and try the coffee, and a Batik place to witness how a Batik cloth is made. Last but not least, he gave us further recommendations for places to visit and restaurants to try in the city.
Thumbs up
preetha k,Jun 13, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00Loved the arrangement and the agent Azhar who did a great job.From the start be it pick up, explaining details or even drop off everything professional.
This was an interesting tour and a...
Adam B,Oct 16, 2017
- Review from Viator
4.00This was an interesting tour and a good chance to see some of the lesser known sights of Yogyakarta.
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