Morning

🏰 Visit the Kraton Yogyakarta (Sultan’s Palace)

• Introduce kids to Javanese royal history

• Watch traditional gamelan music performances

• Easy walking and shaded areas

Late Morning

💦 Explore Taman Sari (Water Castle)

• Fun photo spots

• Underground tunnels and pools

• Great storytelling opportunity for children

Afternoon

🛍️ Stroll along Malioboro Street

• Street snacks

• Souvenir shopping

• Horse cart rides (andong)

Evening

Dinner at a family-friendly restaurant such as
The House of Raminten

• Fun décor

• Traditional Javanese dishes

• Kid-friendly menu options

• 🗓️ DAY 2: Temple Adventure Day

• Early Morning

  🌄 Visit Borobudur Temple (UNESCO site)

  • Sunrise option (if kids can wake early)

  • Encourage a “temple treasure hunt” to keep children engaged

  Afternoon

  🛕 Explore Prambanan Temple

  • Open lawns where kids can move freely

  • Learn about Hindu epics in a fun way

  Evening

  Watch the Ramayana Ballet (if scheduled)

  • Outdoor show with temple backdrop

• 🗓️ DAY 3: Nature & Volcano Experience

Morning

🚙 Jeep Lava Tour at Mount Merapi

• Safe guided 4WD adventure

• Exciting but family-friendly

• Learn about volcano science

Afternoon Option A

🎨 Visit Ullen Sentalu Museum

• Beautiful gardens

• Royal Javanese culture

• Calm and educational

Afternoon Option B (Active Families)

🌳 Kalibiru National Park

• Tree-top photo platforms

• Light hiking

• Scenic family photos

• 🗓️ DAY 4: Beach & Outdoor Fun

• Option 1: Relaxing Beach Day

  🌊 Parangtritis Beach

  • ATV rides

  • Sunset photos

  • Sand play for kids

  Option 2: Scenic Adventure (Older Kids)

  🌅 Timang Beach

  • Famous gondola ride

  • Dramatic cliffs
    (Best for families with teens)
• 🗓️ DAY 5: Hands-On & Creative Day

• Morning

  🎨 Batik Workshop in Kotagede

  • Kids create their own batik art

  • Cultural learning through creativity

  Late Morning

  Visit Sonobudoyo Museum

  • Puppet collections

  • Wayang demonstrations

  Afternoon

  👩‍🍳 Family Cooking Class

  • Learn to make Gudeg or satay

  • Interactive and delicious

  Evening

  Farewell dinner at
  Bale Raos

  • Royal Javanese cuisine

  • Relaxed atmosphere

• 🏨 Recommended Family-Friendly Hotels

  • Hotel Tentrem Yogyakarta – Luxury & large pool

  • Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta – Spacious grounds

  • Melia Purosani Yogyakarta – Central location

  • Greenhost Boutique Hotel – Eco-friendly option

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  🍽️ Kid-Friendly Foods to Try

  • Gudeg (sweet jackfruit stew)

  • Nasi Goreng (fried rice)

  • Satay (grilled skewers)

  • Bakpia (sweet pastry snacks)

  • Fresh tropical fruit juices

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  ✈️ Getting There

  Fly into Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA).
  Most international families connect via:

  • Jakarta

  • Singapore

  • Kuala Lumpur

  • Bali

  Direct trains also connect Yogyakarta with Jakarta and Surabaya for those exploring Java.

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  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Travel Tips

  ✔ Start early to avoid heat
  ✔ Use private drivers for convenience
  ✔ Carry hats & water
  ✔ Mix culture with fun activities daily
  ✔ Plan downtime at hotel pools

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