Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) 1 hr 16
Gua Maria Sendangsono (30 min) Catholic cave shrine & holy spring set in a religious complex marked by a large Virgin Mary statue. PT. Taman Wisata Candi Borobudur (48 min) A path with market stalls leads to this famed Buddhist temple known for its scenic vistas. Mendut Buddhist Monastery (45 min) Small, carved-stone Buddhist temple from the 800s & a monastery offering simple overnight stays. CitraElo Rafting Arung Jeram Sungai Elo Progo (45 min) Rafting and river Suroloyo Peak (14 min) Peak rising 3,343 feet with plantation & temple vistas & a shaded viewpoint accessed by steep steps. Punthuk Mongkrong (22 min) High-altitude observation spot with panoramas of forested peaks, popular for its sunrises & sunsets. Kedung Pedut Waterfall (43 min) Visitors can hike to this picturesque cascade over rocks & swim in the pool at the bottom. borobudur sunrise (52 min) Scenic sunrise views are offered during this special early morning access to Borobudur Temple. Wisata Kalibiru (1 hr 6) Nature-tourism destination offering outdoor games & activities, plus areas for photo opportunities. Nglinggo tea plantation (19 min) Lush tea plantation on a hill, offering scenic walking trails & steps to sweeping vistas. Chicken Church (58 min) Large, 7-story prayer house in the shape of a bird, nicknamed Chicken Church & offering tours. Borobudur Temple (50 min) Dating to the 9th century, this site is renowned as the largest Buddhist temple in the world. Pawon Temple (47 min) 9th-century rectangular temple carved with intricate reliefs & built from mountain rocks. Punthuk Setumbu (58 min) A steep hike at dawn leads to this high point with sweeping views of mountains & Borobudur Temple. Taman Sungai Mudal (41 min) Scenic waterfalls & natural pools draw visitors to this busy park & swimming area. |