Explore Rural Yogyakarta by Classic VW

Escape the busy streets of central Yogyakarta and discover the peaceful countryside of Sriharjo and Imogiri aboard a classic Volkswagen.

Meet your local driver at Kampung Batik Giriloyo, a renowned traditional batik village, then journey through lush rice fields, green hills, village roads, rivers, and traditional homes. Along the way, experience local crafts, traditions, and flavors while seeing everyday life in rural Yogyakarta.

Your Experience

1. Discover Batik in Giriloyo

Start at Kampung Batik Giriloyo and visit a local workshop to see artisans demonstrate traditional hand-drawn batik for approximately 15–20 minutes.

You can also try making your own batik with local artisans. This optional activity costs approximately Rp 450,000/person and is not included.

1. Ride Through Mbulak Among Tani Rice Fields

Hop into your classic VW and travel through the heart of Sriharjo's countryside. Drive along village roads and through the rice fields, where you may see farmers planting, tending, or harvesting their crops, depending on the season.

Enjoy the scenery, take photographs, and experience a side of Yogyakarta often missed by visitors. The ride takes approximately 45 minutes.

1. Enjoying the Sriharjo Riverside

Find the mesmerizing riverside with green fields during the ride along the riverside of Kali Oyo (Oyo river) in Sriharjo Village. You can take photographs and witness local life during the tour.

The ride takes approximately 30 minutes.

1. Taste Traditional Yogyakarta Cuisine

Stop at Pajimatan Culinary Spot to discover local dishes such as Pecel, Bubur Krecek, and other traditional Javanese food.

Food and drinks are not included and typically cost around Rp 30,000–50,000/menu. The stop takes approximately 30 minutes.

1. Return to Giriloyo

After exploring the countryside, local traditions, and flavors of Imogiri, enjoy a relaxing VW ride back to Kampung Batik Giriloyo.

A Different Side of Yogyakarta

This experience is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the usual tourist routes. See farmers at work, explore traditional crafts, discover local herbal traditions, taste authentic Javanese food, and enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace.

The classic VW is part of the experience, adding a nostalgic and open-air feel to your journey through rural Yogyakarta.

Additional Costs

The following are optional and not included in the package price:

Batik-making: approximately Rp 450,000/person
Food at Pajimatan Culinary Spot: approximately Rp 30,000–50,000/menu

All additional costs are paid directly at the respective locations. Participation and purchases are optional. Prices may vary.