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- Destination: Indonesia
- Duration: 8 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Classic
About This Trip
This Yogyakarta Bali Tour is an enriching 8-day journey that showcases the cultural soul, spiritual heritage, and natural beauty of Indonesia’s most iconic destinations. Begin in Yogyakarta, the cultural capital of Java, where ancient history comes alive through UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Borobudur Temple, the world’s largest Buddhist monument, and the majestic Prambanan Temple, a masterpiece of Hindu architecture. Dive deeper into local traditions with a hands-on batik cultural experience, explore the royal Kraton Palace, stroll through Taman Sari Water Castle, and enjoy authentic street food that reflects the city’s vibrant everyday life.
The journey continues to the Island of the Gods, where the Yogyakarta Bali Tour reveals Bali’s spiritual landscapes and breathtaking scenery. Stay in Ubud, Bali’s artistic heart, and visit sacred sites including Tirta Empul and Besakih Temple, Bali’s revered “Mother Temple.” Take in panoramic volcanic views at Lake Batur in Kintamani, refresh yourself at Tegenungan Waterfall, and wander through the lush Ubud Monkey Forest. The tour concludes at the dramatic Uluwatu Temple, perched above the Indian Ocean, where a stunning sunset and optional Kecak Fire Dance provide a memorable finale to this unforgettable Indonesia cultural tour.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 4
Yogyakarta
Borobudur Temple, Prambanan Temple, Batik Cultural Experience, Street Food Tour, Kraton Palace, Taman Sari Water Castle
5 - 7
Ubud
Uluwatu Temple, Tirta Empul, Besakih Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall, Ubud Monkey Forest, Lake Batur Volcanic View
8
Denpasar
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Yogyakarta – Start Your Yogyakarta Bali Tour
Arrive in Yogyakarta, the cultural heart of Java, and begin your Yogyakarta Bali Tour. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or taking a gentle walk around the city, exploring local markets, cafés, and streets filled with traditional Javanese life.
Optional evening: stroll along Malioboro Street, a lively hub of street food, crafts, and batik shops. A perfect start to your Yogyakarta Bali Tour.
Highlights: Arrival transfer, local guide welcome, Malioboro Street stroll, introduction to Javanese culture.
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- Day 2: Yogyakarta City Highlights & Borobudur Temple on Your Yogyakarta Bali Tour
Today’s Yogyakarta Bali Tour includes the Kraton Palace, where Javanese royal traditions are still alive. Explore its ceremonial halls, gardens, and palace guards dressed in traditional attire. Continue to Taman Sari Water Castle, a royal bathing complex with pools and underground tunnels.
Next, visit Kota Gede, a historic silver-making district. In the afternoon, explore the magnificent Borobudur Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the spiritual centerpiece of your Yogyakarta Bali Tour. Stop at Mendut Temple and Pawon Temple, smaller temples aligned with Borobudur.
Highlights: Kraton Palace, Taman Sari Water Castle, Kota Gede silver-making, Borobudur Temple, Pawon Temple, Mendut Temple.
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- Day 3: Batik Workshop & Yogyakarta Street Food Tour – Cultural Immersion
Enhance your Yogyakarta Bali Tour experience with a hands-on batik workshop, learning about traditional patterns and techniques. Create your own batik as a meaningful souvenir of your Yogyakarta Bali Tour.
In the evening, enjoy a Yogyakarta street food tour, sampling dishes like Gudeg, Nasi Campur, and Bakmie Jawa. Experience the vibrant nightlife and local traditions, making this a memorable part of your Yogyakarta Bali Tour.
Highlights: Batik cultural experience, hands-on souvenir making, street food tasting, local market visit.
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- Day 4: Prambanan Temple & Flight to Bali – Ubud Arrival
Start the day with a visit to Prambanan Temple, a 9th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire its towering spires and intricate stone carvings, an essential highlight of your Yogyakarta Bali Tour.
Later, fly to Denpasar, Bali, and transfer to Ubud, the cultural hub of Bali. Check in at your hotel and enjoy the serene surroundings, ready for the Bali portion of your Yogyakarta Bali Tour.
Highlights: Prambanan Temple, flight to Denpasar, scenic transfer to Ubud, hotel check-in.
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- Day 5: Ubud Culture, Sacred Temples & Kintamani Volcano Views
Explore Ubud on your Yogyakarta Bali Tour, starting in Mas Village, known for woodcarving. Continue to Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave), an ancient sanctuary with mystical carvings.
Next, visit Tirta Empul Temple, where Balinese Hindus perform purification rituals. Head to Kintamani for panoramic views of Lake Batur and Mount Batur. Finish the day at Besakih Temple, Bali’s sacred “Mother Temple.” Each stop highlights the spiritual and scenic essence of your Yogyakarta Bali Tour.
Highlights: Mas Village woodcarving, Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave), Tirta Empul Temple purification, Kintamani volcano & Lake Batur view, Besakih Temple.
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- Day 6: Ubud Nature Walk, Monkey Forest & Tegenungan Waterfall
Start with a scenic Campuhan Ridge Walk, taking in lush hills and rice terraces as part of your Yogyakarta Bali Tour experience. Visit Ubud Monkey Forest, home to playful macaques and ancient temples.
In the afternoon, cool off at Tegenungan Waterfall, a perfect spot for photography and relaxation. Conclude with leisure time at a riverside or jungle club, soaking in Bali’s serene beauty during your Yogyakarta Bali Tour.
Highlights: Campuhan Ridge Walk, Ubud Monkey Forest, Tegenungan Waterfall, jungle or riverside relaxation.
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- Day 7: Uluwatu Temple Sunset & Cultural Performance
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Ubud before heading south to Uluwatu Temple on your Yogyakarta Bali Tour, perched on a cliff above the Indian Ocean. Witness a spectacular sunset over the ocean.
Optionally, experience the traditional Kecak Fire Dance, a mesmerizing Balinese performance that showcases local mythology and dance. This cultural evening is a highlight of your Yogyakarta Bali Tour.
Highlights: Leisure morning in Ubud, Uluwatu Temple cliff views, sunset over the Indian Ocean, optional Kecak Fire Dance.
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- Day 8: Departure from Bali – End of Your Yogyakarta Bali Tour
After breakfast, enjoy your last moments in Ubud before a private transfer to Denpasar International Airport. Depart with unforgettable memories of temples, culture, volcanoes, waterfalls, and Balinese traditions that made your Yogyakarta Bali Tour truly remarkable.
Highlights: Breakfast in Ubud, private airport transfer, farewell to Indonesia, lasting memories of culture and nature.
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