Java Island, Indonesia

Water Castle of Taman Sari

Taman Sari, often called the Water Castle by tourists, is a former royal garden with associated structures built by Hamengku Buwono I, the first sultan of the Yogyakarta kingdom. The original complex included a series of water gardens, pools, and artificial lakes, as well as a collection of 59 buildings. Though considerable parts of Taman Sari were destroyed by war and natural disaster, you can still marvel at the eighteenth-century Javanese architecture of the remaining mosque, bathing space, and underground tunnels. Your local guide will also introduce to you the history of the Water Castle as well as stories about the sultans and their royal life there.

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5Days

Best of Central Java

Yogyakarta → Magelang → Surakarta → Yogyakarta
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Enjoy the eye-catching views of potato, cabbage, tea and tobacco plantations on the way to Dieng

Explore the ancient Arjuna temple complex and the unique phenomenon in Sikidang Crater

Learn about Buddhism and Javanese architecture in Borobudur Temple and its museums

Get on a city tour around Yogyakarta’s famous landmarks: Sonobudoyo Museum, Keraton Yogyakarta, and Water Castle of Taman Sari

Visit the centuries-old Hindu temple of Prambanan and admire a charming sunset from Ratu Boko Temple

Uncover the ancient history of Cetho and Sukuh temples

Take in the stunning views of Kemuning tea plantation and taste some local tea

Yogyakarta → Magelang → Surakarta → Yogyakarta
4Days

Splendid Central Java

Yogyakarta → Surakarta → Magelang → Yogyakarta
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Tour Yogyakarta city to see its iconic landmarks, including Sonobudoyo museum, Keraton Yogyakarta, Water Castle of Taman Sari

Admire the masterpieces of stone carvings in Prambanan Temple and Mendut temple

Visit the centuries-old Cetho and Sukuh Temples located on the slopes of Mt Lawu

Enjoy fresh mountain air at Kemuning tea garden and taste hot tea in Ndoro Donker tea house

See the breathtaking views of Borobudur Temple at the sunrise

Get on a biking tour around local villages and surrounding plantations

Yogyakarta → Surakarta → Magelang → Yogyakarta
8Days

Enchanting Java

Yogyakarta → Magelang → Blitar → Bromo → Banyuwangi → Ijen Volcano → Menjangan → Denpasar
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Delve into the history and heritage of Yogyakarta City through its iconic landmarks, such as Prambanan Temple, Sultan Palace, Water castle,…

Admire the stunning architectural masterpiece of Borobudur Temple

Go for a horse cart/ bike ride to the countryside of Desa Candirejo, learn about Javanese Gamelan and krubosiswo dance

Visit Mangkunegaran Palace and a local antique market in Solo

Explore Candi Penataran, one of the largest Hindu temple ruins in East Java

Marvel in the sunrise over the majestic Mount Bromo

Hike up to Ijen Crater to see its emerald-green crater lake at the sunrise

Yogyakarta → Magelang → Blitar → Bromo → Banyuwangi → Ijen Volcano → Menjangan → Denpasar
13Days

Highlights of Java Sulawesi and Bali

Java Island → Sulawesi Island → Bali Island
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Tour Yogyakarta to see its highlights: Kraton palace, Taman Sari water castle, Prambanan temple and Plaosan temple

Explore the huge Buddhist temple at Borobudur

Marvel at the breathtaking sights of sunrise over Mount Bromo

See the traditional village Bugis and traditional wooden houses

Get amazed by the unique culture of the Toraja ethnic group as well as their renowned funeral sites such as Lemo, Tampang Allo, Suaya

Start a soft trekking tour in Batutumonga for fantastic scenery of nature and countryside

Join devotees at remarkable Hindu temples of Bali such as Ulun Danu, Taman Ayun, Tanah Lot

Walk through Bali’s stunning terraced rice fields in Jatiluwih village

Java Island → Sulawesi Island → Bali Island

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