5-Days Travel Itinerary – Yogyakarta & Surroundings

Day 1 – Yogyakarta City (Culture & Heritage)

• Morning
  • Visit Kraton Yogyakarta (Palace) → see gamelan, batik & wayang performances.
  • Walk to Taman Sari Water Castle → explore royal pools & tunnels.
• Afternoon
  • Lunch: Gudeg  (famous Yogyakarta dish).
  • Explore Kotagede Silver Village → see silver craft workshops.
• Evening
  • Stroll along Malioboro Street → street food, batik shopping.
  • Dinner: Angkringan Kopi Joss (rice wrapped in banana leaves, sweet tea).

Day 2 – Sleman (Temples & Volcano Adventure)

• Morning
  • Sunrise at Prambanan Temple (UNESCO site).
  • Explore nearby temples: Plaosan & Kalasan.
• Afternoon
  • Lunch: Ayam Goreng Kalasan (famous fried chicken).
  • Ratu Boko Palace → best panoramic view & history.
• Evening
  • Merapi Jeep Lava Tour → off-road adventure exploring Merapi slopes.
  • Dinner in Kaliurang area (Sate Kelinci / rabbit satay).

Day 3 – Gunungkidul (Beaches & Caves)

• Morning
  • Drive to Goa Jomblang → vertical cave with heavenly light (reservation needed).
  • Or choose Goa Pindul → cave tubing experience.
• Afternoon
  • Lunch: Fresh seafood at Pantai Baron and Pantai Ngerenean.
  • Beach-hopping: Indrayanti, Pok Tunggal, Wediombo.
• Evening
  • Sunset at Pantai Timang (try gondola/suspension bridge).
  • Dinner: Grilled fish at Timang Beach.

Day 4 – Bantul (Nature & Mythical Coastline)

• Morning
  • Visit Mangunan Pine Forest → fresh air, photography.
  • Stop at Puncak Becici (beautiful views, swing).
• Afternoon
  • Lunch: Sate Klathak Pak Pong (famous goat satay).
  • Explore Kasongan Village (pottery crafts).
• Evening
  • Head to Parangtritis Beach → sunset and mythological stories.
  • Try sandboarding at Parangkusumo Sand Dunes.
  • Dinner at seaside warung (Gudeg Manggar or fried seafood).

Day 5 – Kulon Progo (Mountains & Lakes)

• Morning
  • Drive to Kalibiru National Park → famous tree platform views.
  • Visit Nglinggo Tea Plantation → enjoy tea-tasting and panorama.
• Afternoon
  • Lunch at local warung near Sermo Reservoir.
  • Explore Kedung Pedut Waterfall → swim in turquoise pools.
• Evening
  • Sunset at Sermo Reservoir or Pantai Glagah.
  • Farewell dinner: Geblek & Tempe Benguk (Kulon Progo specialty).

 Travel Notes

• Transport: Best with rented car/driver; scooter ok for short trips.
• Accommodation:
  • Day 1–2: Stay in Yogyakarta City.
  • Day 3: Overnight near Gunungkidul beaches or return city.
  • Day 4–5: Stay city or boutique homestay in Kulon Progo.
• Budget: Mid-range travelers spend around IDR 400k–800k/day (excluding hotel).