This activity is organized by local community (Local Empowerment). It is such an effort of heritage conservation through tourism. So that we guarantee that this experience is an authentic. Kotagede is form of some kampung which used to be a Palace area of Mataram Islam in 16th century. It has a concept of Catur Gatra Tunggal that consist of Mosque (religion), Market (economic), Palace (goverment), and Square (public). As the time goes by, starting from the royal era, colonialism, independence and modern era there is a uniqueness in the forms of architecture, culinary, social life, and local wisdom that become into the cultural frame of the locals. in the end you will enjoy the coffee break at javanese house in rukunan alley.

Private tour with English speaking guide • Explore the biggest Buddhist temple in Indonesia,"BOROBUDUR"  • Enjoy the Lava Tour at Merapi Borobudur • Visit Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat which is the magnificent "SULTAN PALACE" • Visit the Javanese old town :  KOTAGEDE • Shopping at Malioboro area  • Sunset at Parangtritis Beach • Meals included as per itinerary. 

Kotagede night food tour is all about exploring hidden culinary gems with local foodies at the most charming historic district in Yogyakarta. Being the oldest district of Yogyakarta Sultanate, Kotagede is the witness of Yogyakarta’s history that today becomes the charming historic suburb of Yogyakarta in Central Java. Although Kotagede is no longer to be the royal capital of Yogyakarta, Kotagede still remains to be a lively atmospheric and charming district. As the charming historic district of Yogyakarta, not only that Kotagede holds a historical places such as the royal cemetery, ancient mosques, and traditional wooden houses, but also a wonderful night time food tour that will enrich your historical insight related to the Islamic Mataram Kingdom as you trace back the history of the glorious root of Mataram Kingdom along with a complete Kotagede night food tour.

We begin our journey to discover Yogyakarta City with Sultan Palace complex displaying Javanese architecture and hundreds historical objects. Continue to Water Castle (Taman Sari), situated just 250 meters from Sultans Palace. We will stop by at Sonobudoyo Museum and Pasty Bird Market too. We bring you to Kota Gede to witness multicultural architecture with Batik and Silver making processes for the end of your journey. Highlights: • Visit the Javanese framework of Sultan Palace with Professional Guide • Drop by to nation’s decades of heritage at Sonobudoyo Museum • Witness skillful artisan in Batik & Silver making processes • There are more attraction spots included such as Water Castle & PASTY bird market

The tour starts when our local tour guide pick you up at your Yogyakarta accommodation in the early evening. First, you will be taken for a walk around the ancient Kotagede area. Take a short visit to the oldest traditional market in Jogja named Kotagede Market. Approximately a hundred meters from Kotagede Market, you will find a cemetery complex protected with tall walls. Those are the cemetery complex of Mataram Kings and Mataram old Mosque. Also, Kotagede area is very popular for its silverworks. Stop in observe how silversmiths make the silver jewelry. Continue to start your Yogyakarta food tour! Move to the most popular chain of warung namely Gudeg Yu Djum. Continue to try local delicacies of Bakmi Jawa (Javanese noodles) at Bakmi Pak Pele. After that continue to walking to Beringharjo market where you will try some local snack. Then you will enjoy the delights of pempek (Indonesian fish cake). Before the tour ends, you will also enjoy the warmth of charcoal coffee.

Pick up at 08.00 am at Lobby Hotel Jogjakarta city area. In the morning, we will visit “Kraton” - the magnificent royal palace of the Sultan (Closed on Monday) and Taman Sari water castle. We will also see the traditional batik home industry & silver processing at Kotagede. Lunch at local restaurant. We will next visit Kasongan village enjoy the art of making pottery from clay with their unique new designs before heading to the beautiful sand dunes at Parangkusumo. Finally enjoy romantic sunset at Parangtritis beach and then transfer back to hotel at Jogjakarta city area. ( L )

By visiting Sultan Palace of Yogyakarta , which was built in 1755 by the first Sultan Hamengkubuwono.the building with Javanese architecture which some part is influenced by Portugese, Dutch and Chinese architecture. Then visit Taman Sari the water castle And last point to visit Kota Gede, center of silver of Indonesia.

Pick up at 08.00 am at Jogjakarta city center hotel lobby. We will visit “Kraton”, the magnificent royal palace of the Sultan (Closed on Mondays) , Taman sari water castle, before continuing to visit the traditional Batik home industry & Silver processing at Kotagede. We will have a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will visit the Prambanan Hindu Temple, also called as the “Roro Jonggrang Temple”. Be ready to be awed at the biggest and finest Hindu temple in the whole archipelago. Transfer back to hotel in the evening. (L)

We will visit “Kraton”, the magnificent royal palace of the Sultan (Closed on Mondays) , Taman sari water castle, before continuing to visit the traditional Batik home industry & Silver processing at Kotagede – We will have lunch at local restaurant and drive to Borobudur Temple – see the biggest Buddhist Temple in the worlds. Finally, transfer back to hotel at Jogakarta city area at the evening. ( L )

Private Tour with English speaking guide : • Explore the two most iconic temple in Indonesia,"BOROBUDUR" and "PRAMBANAN" temple.  • Visit Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat which is the magnificent "SULTAN PALACE"  • Visit the Javanese old town :  KOTAGEDE  • Shopping at Malioboro area  • Meals included as per itinerary.  • English Speaking Guide

If you want to explore Yogyakarta as a solo traveller, juts book this Solo Backpacker Tour. On this tour, you can explore Yogyakarta top tourist destination with an expert guide. Learn about the rich history of 4 famous temples in Yogyakarta; Borobudur, Pawon, Mendut and Prambanan. Hike up Nglanggeran Ancient volcano and don't miss the opportunity to catch the beautiful sunset from Nglanggeran Reservoir. Discover and taste the best of Kotagede with a culinary walking tour. Visit Kotagede market then indulge in Yogakarta most famous cuisine, including Gudeng Yu Jum. Escape the bustling city with 90 minutes bike ride around Prambanan Temple. Pass by the lush rice fields then stop at emping crackers, tofu and tempe home industry. Experience a thrilling river cave tubing at Kalisuci Cave before you spot the sunset at Drini Beach. Your tour will end with a convenient airport drop from your hotel.