Tour Guide Service in Yogyakarta

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4 to 8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 2 more

This activity offers more than just a tour—it gives you a truly personalized Yogyakarta experience crafted entirely around your interests. With a private local guide by your side, you’ll explore the city’s most iconic landmarks and its hidden gems, all while learning authentic stories and cultural insights you won’t find in guidebooks.

What's Included

Tour Guide
Gratuities
Meals
The entrance fees are not included, the travelers must pay directly at the sites.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please kindly meet our tour guide at Taman Pintar, right in front of the Gate. You can spot our tour guide / professional driver wearing the bright yellow uniform.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Prambanan Temples

    At Prambanan Temple, travelers can explore the towering 9th-century Hindu temple complex, walk among intricately carved stone shrines dedicated to Shiva, Brahma, and Vishnu, admire detailed reliefs depicting the Ramayana epic, learn about ancient Javanese Hindu culture, take stunning photos of the iconic spires against the sky, and enjoy the serene atmosphere of one of Indonesia’s most magnificent UNESCO World Heritage sites.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Borobudur Temple

    At Borobudur Temple, travelers can climb the world’s largest Buddhist monument, explore its three levels symbolizing the journey to enlightenment, admire over 2,600 intricate stone reliefs and dozens of stupas, view the iconic Buddha statues, learn about Buddhist philosophy and ancient Javanese culture, take breathtaking photos—especially during sunrise—and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere overlooking lush forests and distant volcanoes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    At Merapi Museum and Kaliadem, travelers can learn about Mount Merapi’s volcanic history through interactive exhibits and dramatic eruption displays at the museum, then head to Kaliadem to see the remnants of past eruptions, explore lava fields and bunkers, enjoy a thrilling Jeep tour around the volcano’s slopes, take photos of the rugged landscapes and Merapi’s peak, and gain a deeper understanding of how local communities live alongside one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    At Keraton Yogyakarta, travelers can explore the royal palace of the Sultan, admire traditional Javanese architecture, observe cultural performances such as gamelan music or classical dance, view collections of royal heirlooms, batik, and historical artifacts, learn about the history of the Yogyakarta Sultanate from knowledgeable guides, walk through elegant courtyards and pavilions, and experience the living heritage of Javanese culture within an active royal residence.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    At Taman Sari, travelers can wander through the former royal garden of the Yogyakarta Sultanate, explore the iconic bathing complex with its beautiful pools, walk through underground tunnels and the unique underground mosque, admire a blend of Javanese and Portuguese architectural styles, learn about the site’s royal history and past functions, take atmospheric photos among the ruins and corridors, and enjoy the peaceful, romantic ambiance of this historic royal retreat.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by MyProGuide Indonesia

Tags

Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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