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Surabaya – Tumpak Sewu – Mt.Bromo-Ijen Crater- Kalibaru and Drop to Ferry Port/Bali ( 5 Days Tour) DAY 1  : Surabaya Airport/Train Station + Road to Tumpak Sewu Upon you arrive at SURABAYA airport/Train Station, You would be picked up by our driver then head toward to TUMPAK SEWU. This trip would be taken about 2-3 hours driving. Transfer in […]

Before 1755, Surakarta, or Solo, served as the capital of the Mataram Kingdom. However, after the Treaty of Giyanti in 1755, the kingdom was divided into two: the Kasunanan Palace in Solo and the Sultan Palace in Yogyakarta. Prince Mangkubumi, brother of Susuhunan Pakubuwono II, the King of the Kasunanan Palace, became Sultan Hamengku Buwono I, ruling from Yogyakarta. The […]

Kota Gede, once the site of a palace built in the late 1500s and early 1600s for the rulers of Mataram, now holds remnants steeped in legend and myth. Though much of the palace has crumbled, remnants like the Royal Graveyard and sections of its walls endure. Today, Kota Gede exists as a suburb within Yogyakarta, part of the city’s […]

Tucked away in the heart of Indonesia’s lush landscape lies a hidden gem known as Kasongan. This quaint village, located just a short drive from the bustling city of Yogyakarta on the island of Java, is renowned for its vibrant arts and crafts scene. From intricate pottery to exquisite wood carvings, Kasongan is a haven for artisans and art lovers […]

Parang Tritis Beach, situated on the southern coast of Yogyakarta in Southern Central Java, holds significance as a meeting place with the legendary Nyai Loro Kidul, also known as the ‘Queen of the South’. According to local folklore, wearing the color green is discouraged as it is believed that the Queen may lure the wearer into the ocean to drown. […]