Yogyakarta, Indonesia - Yogyakarta, Indonesia 42 days trip

Brimming with cultural treasures, this city offers diverse museums, great food, and access to Indonesia's best ancient temples.

Hire a rickshaw to explore the colorful city streets, or wander around by food, visiting shops, temples, and local food stalls.

Now a hub of silversmiths, this district boasts remnants of a 16C Sultanate capital, including a mosque, a palace, and fortifications.

Built in the 18C as a royal recreational garden, this complex boasts artificial lakes, fine architecture, and other ornate elements.

This 18C palace complex is home to the Sultan of Yogyakarta and offers markets, a historical museum, mosques, and live performances.

Indonesia's biggest Hindu temple dates to the 9C, boasting fine traditional architecture, elaborate reliefs, and rich ornamentation.

Adorned with elaborate relief panels and Buddha statues, this 9C temple complex is a remarkable example of Javanese architecture.

Dedicated to the life and works of Affandi, an Indonesian artist, this museum exhibits his painting and personal belongings.

This remarkable museum exhibits traditional masks, puppets, textiles, superb Javanese art, and boasts an outdoor sculpture exhibit.

Housed in a 19C fort, this museum showcases photographs, documents, and dioramas depicting significant historic events.

Stroll through the packed stalls, admiring local craftsmanship, sampling fresh veggies and fruits, and soaking up the local culture.

Indonesia's second-largest Buddhist compound dates to the 8C, boasting nearly 250 lavishly ornamented shrines.

Descend into the this vertical cave, where lush primeval verdure awaits and the light filters in through the natural skylight.

Honoring an 18C prince who rebelled against the Dutch, this museum exhibits 19C weaponry, statues, and a few of his personal items.

Boasting a river winding its way through the premises, this zoo also features an orchid hothouse, a lake, and a botanical garden.

Offering many fun and interactive exhibitions, this science museum is perfect for young children and adults young at heart.

Remnants of an ancient settlement boasting many architectural relics, including a bathing area, small shrines, walls, and more.

Climb up to the summit for spectacular views over the surrounding area, or explore by foot this national park and all it can offer.

A temple complex dating to the 9C, featuring over 200 structures of unique architectural technique and abundant decorations.

After hiking through the surrounding hills, you can enjoy some snorkeling on this great beach and explore the local coral reefs.

This 9C Hindu temple complex boasts unique architecture, and consists of the oldest Hindu constructions on the Java island.

Spreading up the slopes of a small hill, this 10C temple complex contains several shrines and offers great views over the countryside.

Located on an isthmus and in vicinity of a beautiful nature reserve, this town boasts superb surfing conditions and several beaches.

Encompassing the southern reaches of the city, this national park features lush natural landscape and a wonderful secluded beach.

Walk along the streets taking in the local color, explore the many tiny shops, or spend your day people-watching on the beach.

Pristine and secluded, this hidden gem of a beach is an amazing find with its gorgeous sandy beach, blue water, and fine scenery.

Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere on this little-known beach, or visit the adjacent nature reserve for an encounter with native animals.

Famed for the aquamarine waters of its river, this gorge is a paradise for adventurers who enjoy rafting and natural beauty.

Get a taste of Indonesian countryside, visiting this quaint rural village located amidst breathtaking landscape and rice paddies.

A laid back port city, known for its cultural diversity, traditional batik industry, and collection of walled palaces.

Rich with a variety of architectural styles, this buzzing metropolis boasts great eateries and shopping, as well as diverse museums.

Housing meteorites, dinosaur skeletons, fossils, and other geological curios, this small museum offers something for all ages.

Explore the local cafes, visit the interesting Jeans Street for some nice finds, and take your time getting to know the city center.

Art Deco buildings, posh cafes, and fun shops line this recreational streets, popular with locals and travelers alike.

This governmental building is a fine example of architectural fusion, mixing Neoclassicism with traditional Indonesian elements.

Popular with domestic travelers, this acidic crater lake boasts gorgeous white-green color and offers nearby hot spring spas.

Indonesia's capital is a unique blend of old and new, with traditional marketsand modern skyscrapers, ancient temples, and modern nightclubs.

Famed for its twin 81m minarets, this major mosque allows you to climb up the towers for some wonderful views of city.

Housed in a modern building with prominent neo-Gothic elements, this Catholic church hosts weekly masses open to public.

Surrounded with lush vegetation and opulent natural landscape, this beautiful lake offers a tranquil respite from the busy cities.

Get a taste of Indonesian countryside, visiting this quaint rural village located amidst breathtaking landscape and rice paddies.

A very active volcano steeped in legends, popular with adrenaline-seekers who climb up to visit the hot springs and the mud pools.

Centered on two volcanoes, this national park also features lakes, native animal and bird species, and botanical gardens.

Hike through the cool rainforest to reach this beautiful waterfall, cascading down 7 tiers, and visit the nearby butterfly house.

Hike through the crag to visit this waterfall and two others, or head to the camping ground for a night amidst the pines.

Indonesia's capital is a unique blend of old and new, with traditional marketsand modern skyscrapers, ancient temples, and modern nightclubs.

Lose yourself in this fascinating city, admiring the towering modern buildings, stopping in a market, and scoping out the best food.

Home to a collection of artifacts, artwork, ethnography, and more, this museum exhibits thousands of years of Indonesian history.

A popular miniature park showcasing various aspects of Indonesian culture, from architecture, to traditions, dances, garb, and more.

Indonesia's largest mosque features eclectic modern architecture and bears symbolic decorative elements.

Comprising the ecosystems surrounding Halimun and Salak Mounts, this national park is home to a variety of native flora and fauna.

Hike through the crag to visit this waterfall and two others, or head to the camping ground for a night amidst the pines.

This renowned recreational complex boasts an amusement park, an aqua parks, and an oceanarium, offering something for all ages.

Jakarta's cultural center hosts theaters, galleries, exhibits, and an archive, revealing Indonesia's diverse and rich culture.

Housed in a Neoclassical building, the museum relays Indonesia's history through its economic development with audiovisual exhibits.

This 20C cathedral boasts elaborate neo-Gothic architecture with stained-glass windows, lofty vaulted ceiling, and twin-towers.

Over 100 islands are scattered off the coast of Jakarta, offering picture-perfect beaches, luxurious resorts, lush nature, and more.

Hike through the cool rainforest to reach this beautiful waterfall, cascading down 7 tiers, and visit the nearby butterfly house.

Housed in a 18C city hall, this museum exhibits archaeological findings, historic artifacts, and a rich collections of fine ceramics.

Located in Merdeka Square, this massive tower reaches 132 m tall and symbolizes the struggle for Indonesian independence.

With slides and rides of all sizes, both adults and children will enjoy cooling down at this exciting water park.

This museum explores the art of wayang puppet performances favored by the Javanese folk, exhibiting puppets, paintings, and sculptures.

Centered on two volcanoes, this national park also features lakes, native animal and bird species, and botanical gardens.

Home to over 3,000 animals, birds, and reptiles, the world's third-largest zoo also offers a petting cornet, playgrounds, and rides.

Named for the Indonesian national hero Fatahillah, this historic square is lined with some of the city's best museums.

A museum hosting a collection of historic artwork from the 19C onwards, as well as an exhibit of traditional ceramics and handicraft.

Dating to the 17C, this temple retains a small section of its original building, and a few of the elaborate sculptures housed there.

With its many water rides, pools, waves enclosures, and other facilities, this great waterpark is a fun place for all.

Constructed in 1995, this temple is Indonesia's second-largest outside of Bali, boasting traditional architecture and local myths.

A zoological park housing native flora and fauna, featuring an amusement park, a petting zoo, animal shows, and more.

A laid back port city, known for its cultural diversity, traditional batik industry, and collection of walled palaces.

Wander around this 18C complex that is not a cave at all, wondering whether it is constructed from corals as the local legends claim.

A 15C royal palace surrounded by a garden with a few statues, featuring a small museum exhibiting historic garb and royal relics.

Get to know the city, admiring the eclectic architecture, sampling the delicious cuisine, and enjoying the laid back atmosphere.

Famed for the aquamarine waters of its river, this gorge is a paradise for adventurers who enjoy rafting and natural beauty.

Get a taste of Indonesian countryside, visiting this quaint rural village located amidst breathtaking landscape and rice paddies.

A very active volcano steeped in legends, popular with adrenaline-seekers who climb up to visit the hot springs and the mud pools.

For some superb views over the sprawling Bandung, hike or drive up the hill, where the atmosphere and landscape make for a great afternoon.

Located on an isthmus and in vicinity of a beautiful nature reserve, this town boasts superb surfing conditions and several beaches.

Rich with a variety of architectural styles, this buzzing metropolis boasts great eateries and shopping, as well as diverse museums.

Indonesia's second-biggest city is home to museums, mosques, parks, and markets, and boasts a rich cosmopolitan charm.

Explore the winding streets of this city center, admiring the historic buildings housing shops and lively cafes.

Come early in the day and take a tour of this factory-museum, learning about the history and production of locally famed cigarettes.

Boasting several domes of gorgeous blue and a 99m minaret, this impressive mosque also has a beautiful modern architecture.

Pleasantly green and tranquil, this popular municipal park also features playgrounds, skating amenities, food stalls, and more.

Encompassing the colossal Tengger Caldera, within which other volcanoes have arose, this national park is rich with endemic flora.

Whether you take a jeep or opt to climb up by foot, this active volcano offers an interesting experience and marvelous panoramas.

An enormous shopping center, featuring upscale shops, diverse eateries, movie theaters, children's playgrounds, and more.

Indonesia's longest bridge is a cable-stayed construction spanning over 5km, offering great views and a wonderful sight when lit.

This small zoo is notorious for its horrible treatment of the animals, we recommend avoiding it at all costs.

Walk through the forest to reach this waterfall descending 84m into a pool, camp on the grounds, fish, or enjoy a jog in the area.

Established in the 18C, this lovely university city boasts a wealth of Colonial architecture, as well as a vibrant nightlife scene.

Trace your path through a lush forest on your way to this waterfall, famous for its abundance of rainbows on sunny days.

Featuring a family-friendly theme park, an animal-centered museum, and an array of animals, this zoo promises fun for all ages.

A bustling seaside resort set in a a fishing village, visitors enjoy the picturesque beaches, fresh seafood, and local culture.

Fringed with lush tropical forests, this beautiful beach offers all the hallmarks of the best vacations - swimming, tanning, and more.

Stroll through town, taking in the sites and smells, enjoying the fresh sea breeze, and sampling some amazing seafood.

While certainly boasting a unique odor, this fast-paced market is brimming with all manner of seafood and energetic merchants.

A small town on the island of Bali, featuring art galleries, museums, and temples, and offering access to nearby natural attractions.

Hike down stairs and through the jungle to reach these waterfalls, comprising seven separate cascades into a breathtaking whole.

This picturesque craggy headland boasts a 16C Balinese temple, offering a superb moment for a memorable picture.

With a history reaching to the 10C, this impressive temple boasts a beautiful purification bath replenished with fresh spring water.

Nestled amidst gardens and rice paddies, this former palatial residence is best-known for its Water Palace and its lush beauty.

Head to this beautiful mountain lake resort town to enjoy breathtaking nature, stunning views, and a variety of water sports.

Soak up the sun on this sandy beach, enjoying an occasional swim. Be sure to visit in the evening for a taste of Balinese nightlife.

Covering the slopes of the Batukaru mountains are the green terraced rice paddies, whose beauty is worth the hike through the area.

Enjoy the breathtaking panorama of the Indian Ocean, bask in the sun, and swim through the turquoise water of this popular beach.

Home to over 5,000 birds, this popular aviary offers shows and features landscaped enclaves, as well as an array of native plants.

A small town on the island of Bali, featuring art galleries, museums, and temples, and offering access to nearby natural attractions.

This popular sanctuary is home to over 600 macaques famed for causing mischief, but also three 14C temples and lush natural scenery.

Explore Indonesian art in this museum, exhibiting all from ancient Kamasan painting on tree barks to modern works by Batuan artists.

Housed in a complex boasting traditional Balinese style, this museum's galleries host from classical to modern Indonesian artworks.

Hosting daily dance concerts, this 19C temple features elaborate stone carvings and sculptures of local gods and mythic creatures.

Hike down stairs and through the jungle to reach these waterfalls, comprising seven separate cascades into a breathtaking whole.

This picturesque craggy headland boasts a 16C Balinese temple, offering a superb moment for a memorable picture.

Hunt for bargains as you make your way through the central streets of Ubud, where a charming atmosphere floods its colorful shops.

A palace complex boasting traditional style and nice gardens. Visit at night and you might glimpse a traditional dance performance.

Exhibiting the works of Antonio Blanco, a famous and eccentric local artist, this museum features gardens and a restaurant as well.

This museum exhibits modern and pre-modern Balinese art of traditional techniques, including ink, woodcarving, paintings, and more.

With a history reaching to the 10C, this impressive temple boasts a beautiful purification bath replenished with fresh spring water.

A bustling seaside resort set in a a fishing village, visitors enjoy the picturesque beaches, fresh seafood, and local culture.

A simple botanical garden full of endemic Balinese plants, featuring orchid greenhouses, medicinal gardens, and a cacti collection.

Spanning 9km along hills and through breathtaking natural vistas, this hiking trail features temples, valleys, and cultural curios.

Combining art and style, this elegant restaurant seconds as a contemporary art gallery, exhibiting local and international artists.

Nestled amidst gardens and rice paddies, this former palatial residence is best-known for its Water Palace and its lush beauty.

Head to this beautiful mountain lake resort town to enjoy breathtaking nature, stunning views, and a variety of water sports.

Soak up the sun on this sandy beach, enjoying an occasional swim. Be sure to visit in the evening for a taste of Balinese nightlife.

Covering the slopes of the Batukaru mountains are the green terraced rice paddies, whose beauty is worth the hike through the area.

Quiet and blessed with a certain charm, this tiny hamlet sprawl along a beautiful beach.

Walk along the beach, enjoying the soft colors of the sunset and the tranquil atmosphere of the village.

Climb to the summit of this volcano, visit the caldera or descent to the crater lake as you explore this geological national park.

A small town on the island of Bali, featuring art galleries, museums, and temples, and offering access to nearby natural attractions.

Nestled amidst gardens and rice paddies, this former palatial residence is best-known for its Water Palace and its lush beauty.

Sprawling along the coast of the Lombok Island, this resort features a large temple, gorgeous bays, and a nearby waterfall.

With a history reaching to the 10C, this impressive temple boasts a beautiful purification bath replenished with fresh spring water.

Hike down stairs and through the jungle to reach these waterfalls, comprising seven separate cascades into a breathtaking whole.

A bustling seaside resort set in a a fishing village, visitors enjoy the picturesque beaches, fresh seafood, and local culture.

This picturesque craggy headland boasts a 16C Balinese temple, offering a superb moment for a memorable picture.

This beach town is full of charm and offers easy access to the picturesque Menjangan Island, where rich marine life awaits you.

Explore streets lined with shops and cafes catering to hordes of visiting tourists, then go to the beach for some superb snorkeling.

Hike down stairs and through the jungle to reach these waterfalls, comprising seven separate cascades into a breathtaking whole.

A small town on the island of Bali, featuring art galleries, museums, and temples, and offering access to nearby natural attractions.

This picturesque craggy headland boasts a 16C Balinese temple, offering a superb moment for a memorable picture.

Comprised of several conical volcanoes, this complex is home to a highly acidic crater lake that forms a unique natural landscape.

Head to this beautiful mountain lake resort town to enjoy breathtaking nature, stunning views, and a variety of water sports.

With a history reaching to the 10C, this impressive temple boasts a beautiful purification bath replenished with fresh spring water.

Covering the slopes of the Batukaru mountains are the green terraced rice paddies, whose beauty is worth the hike through the area.

A bustling seaside resort set in a a fishing village, visitors enjoy the picturesque beaches, fresh seafood, and local culture.

Established in the 18C, this lovely university city boasts a wealth of Colonial architecture, as well as a vibrant nightlife scene.

Walk around town, enjoying the mild climate, and admiring the lovely old architecture, dating from Dutch Colonial times.

Offering hands-on exhibits, this private museum follows the history of Malang, Javanese royal houses, and local crafts.

Encompassing the colossal Tengger Caldera, within which other volcanoes have arose, this national park is rich with endemic flora.

Whether you take a jeep or opt to climb up by foot, this active volcano offers an interesting experience and marvelous panoramas.

Pack enough snacks to last the day and go off to explore this gorgeous island, famed for its lush landscape and a picturesque lagoon.

Trace your path through a lush forest on your way to this waterfall, famous for its abundance of rainbows on sunny days.

Walk through the forest to reach this waterfall descending 84m into a pool, camp on the grounds, fish, or enjoy a jog in the area.

Featuring a family-friendly theme park, an animal-centered museum, and an array of animals, this zoo promises fun for all ages.

Sunbathe and swim on this beautiful beach, enjoying the scenery, or cross the bridge to the tiny islet off shore and rest there.

From beautiful scenery to a sandy shore, this little-known beach offers a great respite from its more crowded neighbors.

Also known as Surakarta, this vibrant city is home to a famed royal palace, traditional architecture, and rich cultural museums.

Home to over 10,000 textile artifacts, this superb museum traces the history and exhibits the production of Southeast Asian batik.

A well-preserved 18C palace featuring painted ceilings, fine architecture, and a museum presenting relics of the royal family.

Sample local cuisine, experience the rush of busy streets, and enjoy the bustle of authentic Indonesian markets.

Once a lavish royal residence, the palace now retains a portion of its former charm and houses a small museum of royal antiques.

Indonesia's biggest Hindu temple dates to the 9C, boasting fine traditional architecture, elaborate reliefs, and rich ornamentation.

Brimming with cultural treasures, this city offers diverse museums, great food, and access to Indonesia's best ancient temples.

Adorned with elaborate relief panels and Buddha statues, this 9C temple complex is a remarkable example of Javanese architecture.

Indonesia's second-largest Buddhist compound dates to the 8C, boasting nearly 250 lavishly ornamented shrines.

Descend into the this vertical cave, where lush primeval verdure awaits and the light filters in through the natural skylight.

Remnants of an ancient settlement boasting many architectural relics, including a bathing area, small shrines, walls, and more.

A temple complex dating to the 9C, featuring over 200 structures of unique architectural technique and abundant decorations.

This 9C Hindu temple complex boasts unique architecture, and consists of the oldest Hindu constructions on the Java island.

Brimming with cultural treasures, this city offers diverse museums, great food, and access to Indonesia's best ancient temples.

Hire a rickshaw to explore the colorful city streets, or wander around by food, visiting shops, temples, and local food stalls.

Now a hub of silversmiths, this district boasts remnants of a 16C Sultanate capital, including a mosque, a palace, and fortifications.

Built in the 18C as a royal recreational garden, this complex boasts artificial lakes, fine architecture, and other ornate elements.

This 18C palace complex is home to the Sultan of Yogyakarta and offers markets, a historical museum, mosques, and live performances.

Indonesia's biggest Hindu temple dates to the 9C, boasting fine traditional architecture, elaborate reliefs, and rich ornamentation.

Adorned with elaborate relief panels and Buddha statues, this 9C temple complex is a remarkable example of Javanese architecture.

Dedicated to the life and works of Affandi, an Indonesian artist, this museum exhibits his painting and personal belongings.

This remarkable museum exhibits traditional masks, puppets, textiles, superb Javanese art, and boasts an outdoor sculpture exhibit.

Housed in a 19C fort, this museum showcases photographs, documents, and dioramas depicting significant historic events.

Stroll through the packed stalls, admiring local craftsmanship, sampling fresh veggies and fruits, and soaking up the local culture.

Indonesia's second-largest Buddhist compound dates to the 8C, boasting nearly 250 lavishly ornamented shrines.

Descend into the this vertical cave, where lush primeval verdure awaits and the light filters in through the natural skylight.