Surakarta and Hindu Temples Private Tour
Discover the secrets of Surakarta exploring its palaces and traditional markets, before visiting the mystical ancient temples of Cetho and Sukuh perched high on the slopes of a volcano. Surakarta and Hindu Temples Private Tour.
- 10 hours
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- Open on Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Discover the secrets of Surakarta exploring its palaces and traditional markets, before visiting the mystical ancient temples of Cetho and Sukuh perched high on the slopes of a volcano.
Surakarta and Hindu Temples Private Tour
After pick-up from your hotel, a drive of around two hours will take you to Surakarta. Your first stop is the Radya Pustaka Museum, the second oldest museum in Indonesia, featuring an impressive collection of 'Wayang' puppets. Next, you'll visit local markets where you can find stunning Batik textiles.
Continue to the Mangkunegaran Palace, built in 1757, which is one of the best-preserved royal palaces in the city and remains home to descendants of Java's royal family.
You will have free time to eat, followed by visits to two significant temples. First is the Javanese-Hindu Candi Cetho, a 15th-century temple complex located almost 5000 feet (1500 m) above sea level on Mount Lawu. Next, explore the Sukuh Temple, known for its erotic reliefs and fertility symbols, also built around the same time.
After a full day of culture and history, you will be dropped off back in Yogyakarta.
Important information
Please bear in mind that the price of this tour does not include entrance fees to the monuments visited. You must pay these in cash upon arrival at the monuments.
Prices
Included
- Pick up and drop off at hotel.
- Local English speaking guide.
- Transport by air conditioned vehicle.
Not included
- Entrance to Mangkunegaran Palace (2 USD).
- Entrance to Radya Pustaka Museum (1 USD).
- Entrance to Cetho Temple (2 USD).
- Entrance to Sukuh Temple (2 USD).
- Food and drink.
Tips
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.