Yogyakarta: Surakarta Guided Day Trip by Light Rail Transit
ID: GYG642426-1067405
Category:
Country: Indonesia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Take a day trip from Yogyakarta to Surakarta by Light Rail Transit. Visit the 18th-century Keraton Kasunanan, explore the city's most iconic food in the traditional market, and visit a batik market.
Enjoy the experience of commuting in a Light Rail Transit on a journey to Surakarta (also known as Solo), a city and historic royal capital on the Indonesian island of Java. The 18th-century Keraton Kasunanan was the royal family’s residence and today is a museum of heirlooms. Surakarta is also a major center for dyed batik fabric.
Begin your journey at Yogyakarta Train station. Take the LRT for a 1-hour ride to Surakarta. Continue your journey with a traditional rickshaw, or other public transport if you don't fit with the sunny hot weather.
Your first destination will be the Palace of Surakarta. Then, continue to explore Surakarta's most iconic food in the traditional market. Since Surakarta is major for dyed batik, you can also visit a local market with batik specialty.
Highlights
- Enjoy a journey to Surakarta on a Light Rail Transit from Yogyakarta
- Take a ride on a traditional rickshaw or other public transport
- See the 18th-century royal family’s residence
- Explore the city's most iconic food in the traditional market
- Visit the local Antique Market and Batik Market
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking.
Bring sunscreen and water to stay hydrated.
Camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views.
Be prepared for sunny and hot weather.
Meet in the South entrance *not east.
In front of Train Monument
INCLUDED
- LRT Train from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
- All Entrance Ticket
- Food Tasting in a Traditional Market
- Becak Ride
- Public Transport
- Mineral water
- Return LRT or Bus to Yogyakarta
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.
