Yogyakarta Temple Tour

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Overview
	This tour is a great chance to explore the major tourist attractions of Indonesia in the historical town of Yogyakarta. A tour of the Borobudur Temple in eastern Java gives you a glimpse into the Buddhist culture and tradition. Built on a hilltop in the 8th century by the Cailendra dynasty, the temple is a miniature model of the universe. Browse around the Sultan’s Palace of Yogyakarta and you will come across centuries-old musical instruments and other antiques. If you’re lucky, you may see a royal wedding ceremony, or a Javanese classical cultural performance and puppet show which are often held in the palace. Take a trip to the Hindu temple of Prambanan and marvel at its tall, pointed architecture, typical of Hindu temples. This tour is a must-do for every visitor to Indonesia! Location : Denpasar Schedule : Start time: 0800h (08:00 am), Duration: 8 hours Available Days / Dates : Daily Pickup : Jogja airport Please mention your hotel name and address and the flight details at the time of booking. If you do not have this information now, please contact the local activity operator 24 hours prior to the start of the tour with these details. Please also mention your preferred start time. Drop-off : Jogja airport

Itinerary

You will be picked up in a car at 0800h (08:00 am) from your hotel in south Bali and transferred to Denpasar airport to catch a flight for destination Yogyakarta. Upon arrival, you will be picked up in an air conditioned coach for a private guided tour of the city of Yogyakarta . You will visit the following places: • Borobudur Temple . Situated in eastern Java on the Kedu Plain, it is one of the largest temples in the world perched majestically on a hilltop overlooking lush green felids and distant hills. • Sultan's Palace of Yogyakarta . The palace was founded by Prince Mangkubumi in 1755. Javanese classic dancing rehearsal, royal wedding ceremonies, puppet show, and other Javanese cultural performances are often held here. Wander through Ngasem bird market and the Water Castle before stopping for a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. • Prambanan Temple . It is a beautiful 9th century Hindu temple built by the Sanjaya Dynasty. It is also known as Roro Jonggrang, or the Slender Virgin Temple, and has an open theatre where the popular Ramayana ballet is performed annually from May to October during the full moon. Visit the Archeological Museum in the premises to learn about the history of Prambanan and the surrounding temples. After the trip, you will be transferred back to Yogyakarta airport to catch flight for destination Bali. Inclusions Lunch Transportation in an air conditioned vehicle Guide assistance Applicable entrance fees Exclusions Air ticket / Airport tax Additional info The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have. Please Note Please call the tour operator at least 24 hours prior to start of the tour to reconfirm the departure details. Learn more or make reservation here