Treasures of Yogyakarta: Javanese Heritage Tour
Our locals for this tour
Muhanif, Krisna & 1 other local
Experience details
Destination
Yogyakarta
Category
City highlight tours
Duration
2.5 hours
Mode of transport
Walking
Available languages
English • Indonesian • Français • Melayu
What's included
Private Guide
Here’s an overview of your tour
Yogyakarta is full of culture and folklore, and on this private tour, your local host is going to take you to discover more about Javanese Heritage.
Through your local host’s storytelling skills and different stops, you’ll fully submerge yourself in the culture of Yogyakarta and dive into the subject of your tour, Javanese Heritage. Discover cultural traits around Javanese Heritage and how they have shaped Yogyakarta, from past to the present. Because isn't culture what makes a city truly special?!
As you embrace the local culture, its traditions, beliefs, customs, stories, and legends, you’ll see Yogyakarta from a different perspective. Take your experience to the next level and follow your local host to Kotagede where you’ll check out spots relevant to the culture such as Joglo & Limasan Houses, Pasar Legi, and Kotagede Mosque. As you go from stop to stop, you’ll see how the culture of Yogyakarta is in every corner blending in perfectly with the local life.
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Yogyakarta, your Yogyakarta!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
At the entrance of the mosque: Masjid Gedhe Mataram KotagedeCulture of the City
On this private tour, you’ll experience and discover Yogyakarta through its culture. Whether it’s focused on a tradition, a special part of town with a story to tell, cultural beliefs, or around a cultural activity that shaped the city into what it is - this tour will be a cultural awakening you can’t miss!Javanese Heritage in Yogyakarta
Your tour will focus on Javanese Heritage, a very important cultural subject in Yogyakarta. Thanks to your local host, you’ll learn and see how Javanese Heritage made an impact in Yogyakarta, making you experience the city from a different perspective.Cultural Highlights
As you deep dive into the subject of your tour, you’ll make stops to visit unique spots that will give you a full picture of the city. Visit Joglo & Limasan Houses, Pasar Legi, Kotagede Mosque, and more and see how these cultural highlights are part of the local life but have so much history behind them!Storytelling Journey
As you discover the cultural side of Yogyakarta, you’ll be able to embrace it thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time.
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Muhanif
Laidback Traveller
Muhanif4.713 reviewsI speakEnglish • Indonesian • MelayuKrisna
French and English Speaking Guide
Krisna5.01 reviewsI speakEnglish • Français • IndonesianYulaikha
Your Travel Artist Friend
Yulaikha4.984 reviewsI speakEnglish • Indonesian
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Included
- Private Guide
Not included
- Entrance to Attractions
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Review about Yulaikha
"I really enjoyed the tour "Javanese Heritage", during which Yula guided me through the ancient Mosque. She was well prepared, kind, patient, open midend, generous and curious. After the tour, she inv...
- 5.0
Lovely guide for a sneak peak of the city
"Our family had only few hours to spend in the city and choosing Yula was a wise decision. She accommodated our needs in terms of time and length of the tour. She showed us some areas we wouldn’t have...
- 5.0
Review about Yulaikha
"Yulaikha is a very friendly and knowledgeable person and my wife and I found the tour nice."
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
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Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
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Questions?
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our locals for this tour
Krisna, Yulaikha & 1 other local
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