Yogyakarta City Tour & Timang Beach Sunset

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Embark on a memorable journey that combines Yogyakarta’s rich cultural heritage with the breathtaking beauty of its southern coast.

Your day begins with a visit to the Sultan Palace, where you’ll gain insight into the history, traditions, and culture of the Yogyakarta Sultanate. Continue to Taman Sari Water Castle, an architectural masterpiece that once served as a royal recreation complex.

After exploring the city’s cultural treasures, travel to the scenic Gunungkidul region and continue to Timang Beach. A thrilling jeep ride across rugged coastal terrain will take you closer to the dramatic cliffs and spectacular viewpoints overlooking the Indian Ocean.

As the afternoon fades into evening, relax and enjoy the magnificent sunset, creating the perfect ending to an unforgettable day in Yogyakarta.

Experience the perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty on this full-day Yogyakarta adventure.

Begin your journey by exploring the cultural heart of Yogyakarta with visits to the magnificent Sultan Palace (Kraton Yogyakarta) and the historic Water Castle (Taman Sari), two of the city’s most iconic landmarks that showcase the rich heritage of the Javanese Kingdom.

Continue your adventure to the southern coast of Gunungkidul and visit the spectacular Timang Beach. Famous for its dramatic limestone cliffs, powerful Indian Ocean waves, and breathtaking coastal scenery, Timang Beach offers one of the most memorable sunset experiences in Yogyakarta.

This tour is perfect for travelers who wish to combine cultural exploration with stunning natural landscapes in a single unforgettable day.

 

Why This Tour Is Perfect For You

  • Discover Yogyakarta’s Royal Heritage: Explore the historic Sultan Palace, the official residence of the Sultan of Yogyakarta and the cultural center of the city.
  • Visit the Historic Water Castle: Walk through the fascinating Taman Sari complex, once used as a royal garden, bathing area, and retreat for the Sultan’s family.
  • Enjoy Timang Beach’s Dramatic Coastal Scenery: Admire towering limestone cliffs, crashing waves, and panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.
  • Experience a Spectacular Sunset: End your day with one of the most beautiful sunset views along Yogyakarta’s southern coastline.
Morning Cultural Exploration
  • 09:00 AM – Hotel Pick-Up: Your private driver will pick you up directly from your hotel in Yogyakarta.
  • 09:30 AM – Sultan Palace (Kraton Yogyakarta): Explore the historic royal palace and learn about the traditions and culture of the Yogyakarta Sultanate.
  • 11:00 AM – Taman Sari Water Castle: Visit the former royal garden and bathing complex featuring unique architecture and fascinating history.
Afternoon Coastal Adventure
  • 12:30 PM – Lunch Break: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (personal expense).
  • 02:00 PM – Transfer to Timang Beach: Enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful countryside of Gunungkidul.
  • 03:30 PM – Timang Beach Exploration: Arrive at Timang Beach and continue by jeep to the coastal viewpoint area.
  • 04:00 PM – Free Time & Photography: Explore the dramatic cliffs, enjoy the fresh sea breeze, and capture stunning photographs of the coastline.
  • 05:15 PM – Timang Beach Sunset: Witness a spectacular sunset over the Indian Ocean from one of Yogyakarta’s most breathtaking coastal viewpoints.
  • 06:00 PM – Return Transfer: Journey back to Yogyakarta.
  • 07:30 PM – Hotel Drop-Off: Arrive back at your hotel with unforgettable memories of Yogyakarta’s cultural and natural wonders.
09:00 am
Hotel pick up (Arrive at your hotel)
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional driver
  • Fuel (Gasoline)
  • Parking fees
  • Sultan Palace entrance fee
  • Taman Sari Water Castle entrance fee
  • Timang Beach Jeep Shuttle (Maximum 4 persons per jeep)
  • Driver personal expenses
  • Hotel accommodation
  • Meals and beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Comfortable outdoor clothing
  • Change of clothes
  • Water shoes or sandals
  • Small towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Waterproof bag
  • Personal medication
  • Extra cash for personal expenses
  • Hotel or accommodation in Yogyakarta Area.

Good To Know

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available within Yogyakarta City.
  • Sultan Palace is closed on certain ceremonial occasions and public holidays.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Sunset visibility depends on weather conditions.
  • Tour schedule may change due to traffic, weather, or local operational conditions.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Private tour allows flexibility and customization upon request.
  • Payments made are non-refundable.

 

Start from IDR 550.000 /person

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Amazing day with Bagus 🌴🇮🇩
We had such a great experience touring Nusa Penida with Bagus. From the very beginning, he made us feel comfortable and welcome. He took us to every destination safely, was always attentive, and made sure we enjoyed the day without feeling rushed. What really stood out was his incredibly positive energy and friendly personality. He was genuinely kind, helpful, and fun to be around, which made the whole experience even better. We highly recommend Bagus to anyone visiting Nusa Penida. If you’re looking for a safe, reliable and genuinely lovely driver, definitely go with him. Thank you for an amazing day, Bagus! 🙏🏼🇮🇩
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George
Tasty food
This was our favourite activity of the trip. Cooking 9 delicious dishes was not only fun but we learnt a lot from it. Our host was great, she is very knowledgeable but also had a laugh with us.
Joshua H
Our cooking experience
My wife and I had an amazing experience with our cooking class. We enjoyed every part of it. Also being given then recipes at the end has made it a whole lot better for us to bring a piece of Bali home with us.
Kevin L
Amazing couples experience!
2 20/yo Aussies. Pickup was very easy with private driver picking us up directly from our accommodation in Canggu. Started with a fun market tour then drove to the kitchen. Instructor/guide was very informative and made the whole experience incredibly fun and enjoyable. The food made was delicious and incredibly safe. Would absolutely recommend for those looking to do a cooking class in Bali
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Great day out and great guide!
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Very enjoyable experience.!
Great experience. Our Chef Waya was kind, extremely professional and clean and we learned a lot and had lots of fun. The food was delicious.! Best tour ever!
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Explorer626008
Balinese cooking class with market tour
What an amazing experience, starting with the market tour and then on to a beautiful location to make offerings and learn to cook traditional Balinese food. Wayan and Diyan were both such amazing g teachers, guides and a fun time.
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Great experience
This was an amazing experience to actually cook the food that we had for lunch. Very well instructions. This was a lot of fun learning how to cook food from another country and we were able to get the recipes.
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Balinese cooking class
The Balinese cooking class with morning market was an experience that i wont forget. The ladies were so informative and there was truely a sense of love of cooking from market to final product. I highly recommend this class.
Tamika Y
Fun class
Cooking class was great! Instructor was fun! As a picky eater, it was great to prepare food from fresh ingredients. Great lunch!! Awesome experience from out of towners.
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Großartiges Kocherlebnis in sehr freundlichem Ambiente.
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Fantastic experience to learn about Bali cuisine
What a great experience. Right from booking, everything went well. My wife's allergies were received and catered for with no issues. Recipes were altered to let her enjoy the experience. Communications with the driver were easy and our pickup was sorted and allowed for the rain. The trip to the market was fabulous. Wayan explained how the whole market ran and highlighted many of the spices and how market goods were cooked. The cooking class with Wayan was fantastic and I can't recommend it more. Wayan did a great job of explaining and demonstrating what we needed to do and then guided us as we all participated. She had excellent communication skills. We prepared and cooked over half a dozen dishes that all came together for a sumptuous meal to conclude the morning.
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Best tour guide ever !!!
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Edgar W
A wonderful change to the usual activities.
Very enjoyable morning and a great lunch which we made ourselves from scratch. It was interesting to learn the basic cooking ingredients and recipes that form the basis of many dishes in Bali. A great change to the usual holiday activities and educational too. Definitely worth it and thank you again.
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carolwebster2
A wonderful cooking experience
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Dewa: The Guide Who Turns a Tour into an Experience
We did a tour today visiting Tanah Lot Temple, the Jatiluwih rice fields, and Taman ayun temple. Our guide, Dewa, was excellent—he explained everything with great dedication and answered all of our questions (and we had quite a lot! XD). We’ve done car tours before, but usually with drivers who simply take you to the places and wait while you explore, so we had many questions built up over time. Dewa is very knowledgeable about Balinese culture and genuinely enjoys talking about a wide range of topics. We discussed religion, daily life in Bali, travel, work, family—absolutely everything. He is cheerful, empathetic, and very professional. He made sure we were comfortable at all times. 100% recommended for a meaningful cultural learning experience and for meeting a truly wonderful human being. Thank you so much, Dewa, for such an incredible day!
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anitamlamour
Great experience!
What a delightful experience! From the pick up at my hotel to the market tour through the cooking and dining, Wayan was well prepared, gracious and entertaining! I learned so much about Bali! And the meal…delicious!
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