CENTRAL JAVA
The standouts on every Central Java itinerary.
The 4 village & cultural experiences travellers book most around Borobudur. What each one covers, who runs it, and what the day actually looks like once you set out.
One day in Yogyakarta: **Borobudur**, **Prambanan**, and **Mt. Merapi** by 4x4, with hotel pickup, Wi‑Fi, lunch, and time-saving routing.
“The places were great but there was enough time to have 1-2 more additional stops. I felt for me it did not have enough”
Borobudur village workshops: pottery at Gerabah Klipoh, batik practice, tofu tastings, and a local guide near the temple for $79.
“We highly recommend this tour, which will let you discover the outskirts of Borobudur which hide various little villages each with their very own tradition: batik, pottery, artisanal tofu and artisanal rice snacks. You will also be able to get your hands dirty in various workshoRead more”
Visit the Chicken Church at Karangrejo for a 2-hour climb through 7 story floors, rooftop views toward Borobudur, and a free snack.
“It is also known as the "Chicken Church," is a unique and fascinating destination near Borobudur. Shaped like a giant chicken, offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills and the iconic Borobudur Temple in the distance. Visitors can explore the church's quirky desigRead more”
Ride a vintage VW safari through Borobudur villages, from Chicken Church hilltop views to a hands-on pottery session in Nglipoh.
“The guide was very helpful and kind. He also good at taking picture, I got a lot of a good picture. The trip was fun and exciting.”
