excursion - Tours and Destination Magelang Resort

A journey through Central Java takes the traveler from the mysteries of the Royal Courts to the craft markets. Central Java has been the cradle of refined Kingdoms and Royal dynasties. Java has a long history of trade with Europe and the Far East. The volcanoes and fertile valleys of Central Java have inspired many artists in the past and continue to inspire today. The courts of Jogjakarta and Solo became the center of culture and the Sultans are keeping alive the old traditions and court arts, such as music, dances, batik and silver craft, Jogjakarta has an impressive Royal Palace, a Water Palace, several museums and private collections such as the Affandi and Hardjanto Collections. The main street – Jalan Malioboro – houses a street market where a huge variety of art and handicraft is displayed from dusk to midnight. Come to MesaStila and see for yourself all that Central Java has to offer.

SEKARLANGIT WATERFALL
Walk through bamboo groves to reach the waterfalls of Sekarlangit where you can swim in a natural pool of cold mountain waters.
Duration: Half-Day Tour (Approx. 3 hours) / Distance from Resort: 8 km.

GEDONG SONGO TEMPLE
Visit the eighth century Hindu temples of Gedung Songo scattered along the foothills around Mt. Ungaran. The nine temples are quite simple in their architecture, but the setting offers a superb view of Lake Rawa Pening and the surrounding mountains. On the way back will stop over to visit Flower and Fruit Traditional Market.
Duration: Half-Day Tour (Approx. 3 hours) / Distance from Resort: 22 km.

ROYAL BATHS (TREKKING OR CYCLING)
Follow the tracks of the old plantation trains through rice fields and sleepy villages, crossing rivers and abandoned bridges along the way until you reach – hidden away in a quiet and beautiful valley – these Majapahit baths, constructed in the tenth century. The Royal Baths, continuously replenished by spring water, is the perfect place for a dip, so be sure to bring along your sarong or bathing suit. The amount of time for these walks (or cycle) refers only to the walking time required to reach the destination. It does not consider the time for visiting or swimming nor the return to MesaStila. You can walk back (or cycle) to MesaStila or alternatively a car can be arranged to pick you up.
Duration: Half-Day Tour (Approx. 3 hours) / Distance from Resort: 8 km.

TELOMOYO MOUNTAIN JEEP TOUR
Explore the Telomoyo Mountain with a sensational journey using a jeep. Telomoyo Mountain is located in between Semarang Regency and Magelang Regency with an altitude of 1,894 m above sea level. It takes about 20 minutes drive from MesaStila to the starting point. This Jeep Tour will take around 45 minutes to get to the top of Telomoyo Mountain. During the trip you will be pampered with the incredible yet exotic view encompass villages, landscapes, rice fields and mountains.
Duration: Half-Day Tour (Approx. 3 hours) / Distance from Resort: 15 km.

HISTORICAL AMBARAWA RAILWAY TOUR
Ride an original cog steam train from Ambarawa train museum, passing through plantations, stunning rice fields, Rawapening Lake and traditional Javanese villages. The “Queen of the Mountain” – a 1902 steam locomotive with two charming authentic Dutch passenger carriages – will allow you to step back in time on a ride you will never forget. Visit the beautiful Ambarawa Train Museum with its wonderful locomotives from the bygone Dutch era and taste the Central Java’s pancake. Historical Ambarawa Railway Tour is available on Saturday, Sunday and a public holiday only at 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00. For this tour arrangement, it is better to reconfirm it at the hotel upon arrival due to the available days and time can be changed at any time.
Duration: Half-Day Tour (Approx. 3 hours) / Distance from Resort: 15 km.

BOROBUDUR TEMPLE
Experience the sunrise atop one of the world’s greatest Buddhist temples and enjoy a private guided tour of this impressive holy monument in the early hours of the morning, before the arrival of the daily stream of visitors. Stroll through Borobudur’s six terraces and glance at its magnificent bas-reliefs and statues, which were buried under layers of volcanic ash for over ten centuries.  On your way back, visit also Chandi Pawon and Mendut – two smaller, but very interesting, Buddhist temples. Additional arrangement for a Horse Chart – a 2 hours ride through the surrounding countryside and charming traditional villages where you can see artisans engaged in traditional pottery and woodwork.
Duration: Half-Day Tour (Approx. 3 hours) / Distance from Resort: 35 km.

DIENG PLATEAU
A mysterious plateau with a dozen scattered ninth century Hindu Temples. Take a drive to this isolated region with temples of great archaeological importance located within Dieng’s beautiful scenery. Steep mountainsides and terraced vegetable gardens enclose these marshy calderas of a collapsed volcano. Walk along the colored lakes and cover yourself with the mud of its steamy crater.
Duration: Half-Day Tour (Approx. 3 hours) / Distance from Resort: 65 km.