Kotagede Royal Route
This 3 hour tour will show you the culture, local wisdom, and neighborhoods around the old town that visitors rarely see. We will explore the Labyrinth of streets and see the extravagant architecture of the old buildings and temples. Then, we will stop at a traditional market for some local snack or delicious Indonesian food.
Immerse yourself in the authentic charm of Yogyakarta with our Old Town Labyrinth Cycling Tour in Kotagede. This tour takes you through the historical heart of the city, cycling through diverse residential communities and past local shops, mosques, and temples.
Experience a true adventure as you visit the tombs of the Mataram Kingdom, explore vibrant street arts, and wander through bustling markets. As you cycle through the traditional market, savor local-style food and engage with the friendly locals, gaining insights from their daily lives. Our road captain will share the fascinating history and culture of the area, showcasing the local expertise that makes this tour unique.
At the end of the journey, relax and refresh with a coconut drink while appreciating the exquisite Javanese scripts. This tour not only offers a deeper understanding of Yogyakarta’s rich culture and history but also supports sustainable tourism by promoting local businesses and practices.
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Tour Highlight:
- Jogja old town Kotagede
- The old Palace Mataram Kingdom
- Hidden spring water
- Heritage traditional houses
- Traditional Market
- Visit: Cooking Kembang Waru
- River with full of fishes
- Neighborhood behind a small door & labyrinth
- Knowing the way of life
- Drink a coconut water
Tour Pricing
- IDR 500,000 per person
- The tour is not specifically for kids, but we will provide child seats with an extra charge if you travel with your children:
- IDR 340,000 for children 7-12 y.o
- IDR 110,000 for kids 2-6 y.o
- FREE for kids under 2 years
Promotion:
- Discount 10% with a Promo Code (if any, with min spend)
- Adult: IDR 450,000 - Children: IDR 306,000
- Drop us a message if you book more than 10 people
Add on:
- Photographer : 400,000 per group (free reels)
Included:
DETAILS
Option tour:
Morning tour start at 07.00
Afternoon tour start at 14.30
Meeting point:
MOANA Prawirotaman
Bicycle for Children:
This tour is not made for children, however we will provide child seat
or bike if you need it:
Height 130 cm : using a children seat with parent
Height 131-140 cm : carrier on back seat with parent
Height 150 cm or able to ride a bike : small bike by himself
Morning Time:
To make the most of your experience, we recommend starting the tour at 7:30 AM, shortly after sunrise, which is around 5:30 AM. This timing allows you to enjoy cooler temperatures, with the tour finishing around 10:30 AM. By 11:00 AM, it can get quite hot. Please note that our usual lunch time is from 12:00 to 1:00 PM.
Afternoon Option:
The second option is to start the tour at 2:30 PM when the temperature begins to cool down as we approach sunset around 5:30 PM. We will return to the endpoint before it gets dark, around 6:00 PM. This timing is perfect for you to enjoy a leisurely dinner after a few hours of cycling.
Our team consists mostly of university students who are passionate about tourism and cycling. By joining our tours, you’re helping us support our education and pursue our dreams of traveling the world.
What to Wear for Your Cycling Tour:
Comfortable Clothing: Wear lightweight, breathable clothing that allows for easy movement.
Cycling Shorts or Pants: Padded cycling shorts or pants can provide extra comfort for longer rides.
Closed-Toe Shoes: Comfortable, closed-toe shoes with good grip are essential for safety and efficient pedaling.
- Light Jacket : Depending on the weather, a light jacket or windbreaker can be helpful to protect you from the humid or wind early morning tour.
The items you need to prepare for the tour :
- Light and comfortable clothing;
- Hat (optional);
- Closed-toe shoes or sports sandals;
- Water bottle (tumbler).
MOANA are committed to practicing Sustainable tourism, aiming to minimize negative environmental and social impacts.
As part of our efforts, we are reducing the use of single-use plastic bottles. Therefore, we kindly invite you to join us in our mission by bringing your personal water bottle when embarking on a tour with MOANA, we will provide water refill if you need it.
FYI: This year, we are committed to planting up to 1,000 mangroves. Thank you for your support!
Together, let’s make a positive impact on our planet while enjoying memorable adventures!
EXCELLENT Based on 760 reviews Rob @ BennebroekFebruary 19, 2025.Verified Must do in Yogyakarta Geweldige ervaring. Op de fiets door smalle straatjes, zien hoe de locals wonen en gewoon de omgeving zien.Onder zeer professionele begeleiding van onze gids Alfat die over alles iets wist te vertellen: de geschiedenis, het eten etc Ida WFebruary 15, 2025.Verified Bicycle travel Moana, cool bangeeet!!!The first experience of cycling with a quiet rural route, beautiful views, accompanied by capt roan (mas Vian) and photographer (mas Sigit) good and exciting. Surely will be back!!! More success for Moana, accompanying the guests on a healthy cycle chase. Makasi Moana Ed DFebruary 13, 2025.Verified Cycling the backstreets of Jogja This was an amazing and very enjoyable tour that I can highly recommend to anyone regardless of cycling ability.I felt I was in safe hands with Alfat, a very knowledgeable person and the friendliest of guides. He explained so much about the history and culture of Jogja and Java as we cycled along the riverside and through the backstreets stopping regularly to see interesting things and to take photos.Alfat taught me some Javanese and very patiently improved my Bahasa. We had coffee along the way and stopped at the market to eat traditional Jogja foods, it was so good I admire Moana and its positive position on sustainability. As I started out, I really recommend this tour if you want an authentic experience in Yogyakarta. Melly Ayu WFebruary 10, 2025.Verified Amazing February The experience is always exciting and enjoyable with moana, the second time going to yoga with moana. Lize BFebruary 3, 2025.Verified Recommended! A super fun tour that goes through different neighborhoods. The guide Alfat has told a lot about culture and could speak good English! Highly recommended! Voyager30598540941February 1, 2025.Verified Goes relax Guides and photographers are friendly, okay, recommend for those who are confused. What's up there? The bike track is safe. Rafqi RamadhanFebruary 1, 2025.Verified Fun cycling with friends amazing cycling trip! beautiful rice fields, friendly villages, and fresh air. fun, healthy, and refreshing—highly recommend! Brian CFebruary 1, 2025.Verified Very entertaining with a scent of grass Cardio santuy with a view of the sky and padi, cold air suitable for a moment of healingVery recommended for family outing, if hungry got to know bulet and geblek Kurt BJanuary 30, 2025.Verified Jogja inside out Very interesting, local life with snacks , away from the tourist hotspots, insider tips, good cycling, an answer to every question , loose and informal atmosphere, cycling with a girlfriend. Sightsee22877130452January 28, 2025.Verified Amazing village cycling tour Amazhiiing route. Amazing view. Amazing road captain, mas Vian . Thank you for lead us to amazing journey. Definitely will come back again.

