Morning transfer
Early in the morning, around 08:00 AM, a guide from Java Tours will meet you at Yogyakarta airport.
Tour program
You will head to the Prambanan temple complex and learn about its history. You’ll walk around the grounds and explore individual temples, including the main Shiva temple, which features many bas-reliefs depicting deities and animals, as well as learn about the daily life of Javanese people in the 9th century.
Next, you will visit the Sultan's Palace, Kraton. This is an entire complex with squares, streets, a mosque, shops and stalls, a music and dance pavilion, an armory, stables, and a palace museum. Take photos of the decorated ceremonial gates and the old platform, walk through the inner rooms of the palace and the local streets and shops.
After that, you will go to Borobudur temple. Beforehand, you can enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants. Then you will have an exciting tour of the ancient temple. You will walk through all its levels and admire the unique architecture. The bas-reliefs on the walls tell the story of Buddhism. On the upper platform, there are 72 small bell-shaped stupas and one main central stupa. Each stupa has special diamond-shaped openings through which you can see the Buddha statues hidden inside. According to legend, those who touch the fingers of the statue will be blessed with happiness and good luck. Enjoy the surrounding natural scenery and take stunning photos of the temple against the backdrop of tropical forest and mountains.
Transfer to the hotel
In the evening, around 17:00 - 18:00, after you finish exploring the temple, the transfer will take you to Jambuluwuk Hotel, where you will check in and rest.
