Yogyakarta: Borobudur Village Cycling Tour+Eco Cooking Class
ID: GYG1195328-1834238
Category:
Country: Indonesia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover Borobudur Village on a cycling tour and eco-friendly cooking class. Cycle through the countryside, interact with locals, and learn to cook Javanese dishes with fresh ingredients.
Start your journey with a cycling tour through rural pathways, passing rice fields, gardens, and traditional village homes. Your local guide will take you to scenic spots perfect for photos, including viewpoints with Borobudur Temple in the distance.
Upon arriving at a local family home, join an eco-friendly cooking class using fresh ingredients sourced from village gardens and the traditional market. Learn how to prepare classic Javanese dishes such as sayur lodeh, tempe bacem, or homemade sambal, all in a warm and authentic village kitchen.
This class not only teaches cooking techniques but also introduces you to the village’s principles of sustainable living, the use of natural ingredients, and daily life in harmony with nature. At the end of the experience, enjoy the dishes you’ve created on the terrace overlooking the peaceful village scenery.
Highlights
- Savor the flavors of Javanese cuisine with a hands-on cooking class
- Cycle through Borobudur’s countryside and interact with local villagers
- Learn about sustainable living and the use of natural ingredients
- Prepare classic Javanese dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients
- Enjoy the dishes you’ve created on the terrace overlooking the village
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Cycling distance is easy–moderate, suitable for beginners.
• Wear comfortable clothing suitable for cycling and village activities.
• Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a refillable water bottle to support eco-friendly travel.
• The cooking class uses local ingredients, so menu items may vary depending on seasonal availability.
• Vegetarian options are available; please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or allergies.
• Weather in Borobudur can be hot or rainy depending on the season; cycling routes may be adjusted for safety.
• Respect local customs when visiting village homes—please dress modestly and be mindful when taking photos.
• This activity is family-friendly, but children must be able to ride a bicycle or use a child seat (if available).
• Private and group tour options may vary; exact schedule will be confirmed after booking.
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and Drop off Hotel
- Cycling tour through Borobudur countryside
- Local guide
- Eco-friendly cooking class
- Ingredients for cooking class
- Meal of prepared dishes
- Lunch
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
- Tip Driver and Guide (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
