A$3,000 | 10 days | from Sydney | Comfortable
Why you'll love it
Yogyakarta is the cultural heart of Java, home to the sultan's palace, traditional arts and two of Indonesia's greatest temples. It gets Triptakeo's top score for culture and value, making it a standout for a cultural trip in Indonesia beyond Bali.
The best time to visit Yogyakarta is May to September, the dry season, with clear mornings for temple visits. The wet season brings afternoon rain.
Borobudur, the world's largest Buddhist temple, is about an hour away. Climbing the upper terraces needs a timed ticket booked ahead, as daily numbers are limited. Prambanan, a huge Hindu temple complex, is closer to the city. In town, visit the Kraton palace, try gudeg, a jackfruit stew, and browse Malioboro Street for batik.
Yogyakarta suits culture lovers and budget travellers.
Your trip cost
For 10 days from Sydney