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.
Sustainability
Duration
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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 : IDR 400,000 per group (free reels)
- Tumbler (bottle): IDR 100,000 per pcs
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.
Together, let’s make a positive impact on our planet while enjoying memorable adventures!
Read more: our 🌿 Sustainable Tourism Policy
This is a shared group tour, unless:
– You request additional photographer services
– There are children in your group
– Your group consists of more than 6 people (private tour available upon request, please contact our admin)
EXCELLENT Based on 1185 reviews Posted on Laurens VNovember 10, 2025.Verified Very nice local tour! Very nice local tour with Amiro as a guide! Good mix of history about the region, the local way of life and the traditional food which was delicious!Posted on Relax64864648541November 8, 2025.Verified Nice experience The trip was fun, interesting, the spot-spot was shown very much with the friendly tour guide and every explanation was very goodPosted on hanif oNovember 8, 2025.Verified Great brick roads, great routes, otherwise unsearchable destintions, and a very helpful tour guide The trip was a blast! the destinations like kompleks masjid mataram was really educational with great old vibes. The route was very enjoyable with its twists and turns around the Kotagede roads.Our tour guide, Amirul, was very informatives and respectful in our tour, with interesting insights of the location, while staying faithful to the sights it showed. He is also very road concious, leading us well into the Jogja roadsPosted on Curious37299360075November 8, 2025.Verified Best bikenride through the old city Great guide and a nice route. You really explore special places in the old city. They have good bikes as well. Big compliment for guide Amiro.Posted on Dreamer60224750243November 7, 2025.Verified A Joyful Ride Among the Green Fields I invited my friends to go cycling with a view of the rice fields; it was very enjoyable, and we all really loved ittttttttPosted on Sam CNovember 7, 2025.Verified Alga is the BEST Alga was a fantastic tour guide! Don’t miss out on this wonderful cycling trip through Jogja. Watching Jogja life play out in front of your eyes is very special. My group was treated to authentic Jogja cuisine too. Highly recommend 100%!Posted on Elvina TNovember 7, 2025.Verified Good Very good. Our trip was accompanied by algae, she was very friendly and pleasant. Lots of very effective experiencesPosted on Camper08064812956November 7, 2025.Verified Enjoyable family trip with cool bike wind Riding a bicycle.It was a very interesting experience to visit hidden places in history. It would be more fun to ride a bicycle. Running roads and narrow roads everywhere was an amazing and exciting experience. The guide is also available in English, so the explanation and guidance are the best. If you are planning a family trip, I highly recommend it!!!Posted on 동민 허November 7, 2025.Verified Cycling in kotagede with family It was fun and l hope l can come again. I went to the dem and feed the fish. I also like to look around the temple.I hope l can try another course.Posted on pascaline cNovember 7, 2025.Verified Amazing tour with local people ⭐️ I had such an amazing expérience with Amirooooo !!!I like it a lot ⭐️We went ouf of the touristic roads, really meeting the local people !The little streets, the landscapes, the history about the city … wahhhh !! Incredible . Recommend at 1000%In addition Amiro speaks 7 languages!! I spoke English, Spanish & French with him!3 hours flying …. 💫💫Thank you so much for one of the most incredible experience of my life

