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5 days · 2–14 travellers

Cultural Heart of Java

Yogyakarta, Solo and the great temples

Five days on the classical side of Java — two royal cities, two World Heritage temple complexes, and the workshops that still supply them.

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrive Yogyakarta

    Kraton grounds and the Taman Sari water castle.

  2. Day 2

    Borobudur

    Sunrise on the upper terraces, then the Mendut and Pawon temples.

  3. Day 3

    Prambanan

    The Shiva complex at dusk, with the Ramayana ballet in season.

  4. Day 4

    Solo

    A second court city, its markets and its keris smiths.

  5. Day 5

    Kotagede and departure

    Silver and batik workshops before the afternoon transfer.

What's included

  • Four nights' accommodation, twin share
  • Private transport and driver
  • Cultural guide throughout
  • Borobudur sunrise and Prambanan entrance
  • Batik workshop with a Kotagede maker
  • Daily breakfast, two dinners

Not included

  • Flights
  • Travel insurance (required)
  • Most meals
  • Tips