{"id":2275,"date":"2020-11-03T11:10:08","date_gmt":"2020-11-03T03:10:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourhero.com\/en\/magazine\/?p=2275"},"modified":"2024-01-13T03:43:56","modified_gmt":"2024-01-13T08:43:56","slug":"central-java-yogyakarta-itinerary-ultimate-4d3n-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourhero.com\/en\/magazine\/travel\/central-java-yogyakarta-itinerary-ultimate-4d3n-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate 4-day explorer\u2019s guide to Central Java and Yogyakarta"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019ve always wanted to take a trip through the middle of Java to uncover its treasures, you\u2019re in luck. We\u2019ve cobbled together the perfect itinerary. Starting from Semarang, the capital of Central Java, we\u2019ll take you on a journey from the northern reaches of the island all the way down to Yogyakarta in the south. Visit some of the region\u2019s most iconic temple compounds from Borobudur to Prambanan, both designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites, view Indonesia\u2019s most active volcano, descend 60 meters into a vertical cave, and more. This four-day Central Java and Yogyakarta itinerary is the<\/strong> ultimate explorer\u2019s guide crammed full of historical landmarks, old towns, natural wonders, and secret mountain hideaways<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Safety while traveling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Remember to check the status of Indonesia\u2019s travel restrictions during this time. Certain areas and attractions may be affected by the current pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting to Semarang<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your journey starts in Semarang. Due to its strategic location, Semarang is highly accessible by air and land. Domestic airlines fly directly into Semarang from Surabaya and Jakarta, while bus and train services run from Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, and Malang to Semarang. From Semarang, it is easy to rent a car to drive around Central Java and Yogyakarta. Many of the locations mentioned in this guide are easily accessible by car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 1: Semarang \u2014 Gedong Songo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n