Itinerary: A short 2-day trip in Yogyakarta

by Lily
Sep 20, 08:39
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Yogyakarta, once the capital of Indonesia, with its slow pace of life is suitable for those who looking for a place to relax out of the hustle and bustle of daily life. Two major attractions in and around the city, the Prambanan and Borobudur, will fill your time when you are in Yogyakarta. Source: thefriendlygiraffe.

Duration 2.0 days
Estimated cost 200.91 USD
Total travel distance 90.0 km
Number of places 5 places
Intensity Intensive
Personal interests Temple Nature Streets
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DAY 1 - ITINERARY 4 places

07:00

Adisucipto International Airport Detail Map

Jl. Raya Solo KM.9, 55282, Indonesia

Adisucipto International Airport, international transaction name Adisucipto International Airport is an airport in the Indonesian province Yoyakarta. The airport serving Yogyakarta and Java area of Indonesia.

This article was originally published in http://thefriendlygiraffe.com/. Follow her journey to Yogyakarta at http://thefriendlygiraffe.com/2011/12/08/jogyakarta-and-borobudur-two-days-is-too-short/

Pickup a taxi

16.91 USD

1 hour

34.24 km

09:15

Rumah Boedi Pavilion Detail Map

Gowongan Kidul JT III/446 Special Region of Yogyakarta 55232 Indonesia 70.00 USD

Rumah Boedi Pavilion Jogja, Gowongan, is a hide away accommodation in the heart of Jogja. Located in Mangkubumi business area, just a step to Tugu Jogja rail station, next to the legendary street of Malioboro, near university complex that creates us in the perfect location.

Rumah Boedi Pavilion is 8km from Adisucipto Airport, it's best to take a taxi to the hotel.
The first thing you noticed is the slower pace of life in Yogyakarta.
The hotel is centrally located and is in walking distance of Malioboro (10 min) and some incredible local eats!
One of the coolest things about Yogyakarta is when the shops start closing and the food stalls open for business.

Walk

0.00 USD

10 mins

0.9 km

10:30

Jalan Malioboro Detail Map

Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Jalan Malioboro, or Malioboro Street, is a major shopping street in Yogyakarta; the name is also used more generally for the neighborhood around the street.

Malioboro Street, the main street in Yogyakarta, harbouring souvenir shops, food stalls, local restaurants, and most mid-range hotels, is a mere 30-45 min drive from the airport, so you don't have too far to go.
Strolling down Malioboro, it’s impossible not to give in to the scent of fried chicken, spicy noodles, and blends of spices that work their way into your nostrils and beckon you take a seat on the floor and enjoy a sip of fresh juice, coffee, or tea...
Note that Yogyakarta reflects the Muslim majority that makes up almost all of Indonesia, alcohol is not allowed in this area.
If you’re lucky, you may even catch the tunes of a minstrel working their way from stall to stall and filling the air with music that sets the tone for night on the town.
From small time souvenir stalls to art galleries boasting ‘limited time exhibitions’ that never really have an end-date, be sure to visit the these shops before leaving town.

Take a bus/train

1.90 USD

40 mins

16.69 km

13:45

Prambanan Temple Detail Map

Prambanan, Yogyakarta, Indonesia 18.00 USD

Prambanan is a collection of massive Hindu temples (candi) built by the Mataram Kingdom, rulers of central Java and defeaters of the Sailendra Dynasty.

Take public bus 1A, which you can catch along Malioboro Street to reach Prambanan Temple. It will take 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic.
This is a wet part of Java and a visit outside of the November to March period has the best chance of providing a clear, sunny day.
The stop for Prambanan is at the end of the line, so you don’t have to worry about missing your stop. But it never hurts to tell the driver to let you know when to get off.
There are separate ticket booths for foreign and domestic visitors. So don’t make the mistake of waiting in the long lines outside. Foreigners need to go inside the building.
If you have a student ID – even an old one – bring it! The price of admission is cut in half for students.
Do try to walk to the Sewu temple complex at the northern end of the park.

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DAY 2 - ITINERARY 3 places

06:00

Rumah Boedi Pavilion Detail Map

Gowongan Kidul JT III/446 Special Region of Yogyakarta 55232 Indonesia 70.00 USD

Prepare everything needed for a trip to Borobudur Temple, as the place is quite far from the central of Yogyakarta.
Better to ask the hotel staff some tips before heading to Borobudur Temple.

Take a bus/train

4.10 USD

1 hour 5 mins

38.45 km

08:15

Borobudur Temple Detail Map

Magelang, Indonesia 20.00 USD

Borobudur temple is the most magnificent Buddhist monument and the largest stupa complex in the world that is recognized by UNESCO.

The journey to Nirvana (or the top of the monument in this case) requires novice monks to circumvent the structure from East to West, reading the stories engraved in the panels that reflect the life of Siddhartha (Buddha).
As you make your way through the park on a clear day, you may get a glimpse of Mount Merapi, the most active volcano in Indonesia.
The buses to Borobudur leave from the Jombor bus terminal. Take Trans-Jogja buses 2B and 2A (Rp 3,600) runs from central Yogyakarta to Jombor bus terminal in northern Yogyakarta, where you can change to another bus to get to Borobudur Bus Terminal.
Note, as a foreigner, you will pay an increased fee, don’t let it throw you.
After enjoying a welcome drink at the park entrance (tea or water for your excursion through the temple) be sure to invest in a guide. Unless you have an extremely detailed book, you are sure to miss out.
Make your way back to Yogyakarta with the public bus. The trip is very straight forward with one change en route to Malioboro and is much cheaper than taking a taxi all the way back to town.
Back to your hotel to have a lunch. Then check out and take a taxi to the airport.