Exotic temples, scenic views and traditional cultures; this day trip is a great introduction to central Java. Start with the Hindu temple of Prambanan and continue to Mangkunegaran Palace in Solo to discover its heritage collection. After a delicious lunch in a local restaurant, continue your drive to the east through the scenic hills and you will stop at Sukuh Temple, one of the most unique temples in Indonesia.

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Explore the largest Hindu temple in Southeast Asia built in the 9th century. Prambanan has hundreds of temples and the 3 main temples are dedicated to Shiva, Brahma, and Vishnu, the symbols of Trimurti in Hindu belief.

Continue to Solo, the town once referred to as Surakarta. Upon arrival, visit Mangkunegaran Palace, a repository of classical Javanese art. Built as a palace for a ‘junior’ line of the royal family in the 18th century, the splendid building has an extensive collection of 14th century jewelry, majestic silverworks, traditional Javanese weapons and classical dancing body ornaments.

For lunch today, be treated to a traditional Javanese restaurant, Pecel Solo. Enjoy the fresh and tasty food served in a charming old home that is often accompanied by live local music. 

This afternoon, continue driving to the east. Ascend a scenic mountain road to reach Sukuh Temple. It is located 910m above sea level on the slopes of Mt Lawu and surrounded by beautiful scenery. This temple has pyramid structures that look like Mayan Temples in Central America.

Return to the hotel in Solo. . (L)

Inclusions:

🥘 Lunch

Notes:

- Minimum 2 pax to maximum 10 pax

- This program is specifically designed for those who a- This program ire starting their journey from Yogyakarta and ending in Solo

- Our rates are nets and quoted in American dollars (USD), however some services (like transportation, guide fees, entrance fees, some activities, meals, air tickets and train tickets and sometimes accommodations) are based on local prices in Indonesian Rupiah in (IDR). In the case of a major change in the exchange rate (5% or more) between the Indonesian Rupiah and the American dollar (USD), we reserve the right to correct our quotes to align our rates and revise the value of the American dollar (USD).

- All rates are based on the current gasoline price. Should the gasoline price increase by more than 10% we would readjust transfer rates with a 30 days prior notice

- Children aged between 2 and 12 years at the time of travel will receive a 15% discount off the Adult Price.

- All language guides other than English subject to availability during high season July-September.

- During the important religious festival of Idul Fitri, which falls on 9th-10th March 2027 significant travel activity is expected across the country, especially within Java. Travelling will be extremely challenging due to heavy traffic, expect significant delays and congestion on roads, trains, and flights. You might find limited-service availability, as some tour guides could be returning home and certain restaurants may be closed. The busiest travel periods will be just before and immediately after the holiday. Given the anticipated severe disruptions, we strongly advise against overland travel from 2nd - 17th March 2027.

Pick up and drop off timings from alternate destinations:

- Yogyakarta 08:00 - 18:00

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