private cultural tour yogyakarta | noodle factory-tofu factory-batik maker-handycrafts villages
Yogyakarta is well-known not just for its culture and natural beauty, but also for its unique local industries. In this 10-hour tour, we will visit several fascinating spots, including the Lethek Noodle Factory, Pak Surat Tofu Factory in Gunung Saren Village, Cipto Triharjo Batik Craftsmen, and home decoration artisans in Sanden Village. This journey offers a closer look at the traditional culinary delights and local crafts that make Yogyakarta special.
For those of you who want to experience something different when visiting Yogyakarta, this travel route can be an ideal choice. In addition to traveling, you will also learn many new things and get unforgettable memories. Yogyakarta does have endless charms to explore, both in terms of nature, culture, and the creativity of its people.
Itinerary Summary:
- 09:00 – Visit to Lethek Bendo Noodle Factory
- 10:00 – mr.Surat Tofu Factory
- 12:00 – Cipto Batik Craftsmen
- 14:00 – Lunch at a Traditional Warung
- 15:00 – Visit to Home Decoration Craftsmen
- 17:00 – Return to Yogyakarta City
With a variety of interesting destinations, this trip offers a new perspective on life in Yogyakarta, where tradition and modernity blend harmoniously.
09:00 am– Visit to the Bendo Lethek Noodle Factory
The first destination is the Lethek Noodle Factory located in the Bendo area, Srandakan, Bantul. Lethek noodles are one of Bantul’s traditional foods that have been around for a long time. These noodles are made from a mixture of tapioca flour and gaplek (dried cassava) which are processed traditionally, without preservatives and artificial coloring, so they are safe and healthy to consume.
The process of making lethek noodles is very unique because it still uses cow power to grind the noodle dough. Visitors will be invited to see how cows tied to a grinding tool rotate around a pile of dough to produce noodles with a chewy texture. The atmosphere in the factory that still maintains the traditional way provides a nostalgic and authentic feel. In addition to seeing the manufacturing process, we can also taste lethek noodles directly on the spot or buy them as souvenirs.
10:00 AM – Enjoying Traditional Culinary Craftsmen at Pak Surat Tofu Factory, Gunung Saren
After witnessing the process of making lethek noodles, the trip continues to Pak Surat Tofu Factory in Gunung Saren, Bantul. This tofu factory is known for its soft and delicious tofu quality. The tofu produced here is made from selected soybeans that are processed naturally and hygienically.
Visitors will be presented with the process of making tofu starting from grinding soybeans to molding tofu which still uses traditional methods. The uniqueness of this factory lies in mr.Surat’s commitment to maintaining the taste of traditional tofu even though he has used modern equipment for some processes. Not only that, you can also taste fresh tofu directly from the factory, and take home tofu as a souvenir for your family.
12:00 pm – Visit to Cipto Triharjo Batik Craftsmen
After enjoying tofu factory gunung saren, the journey continues to Cipto Batik Village in the Triharjo area, Bantul. This village is famous as a center for batik production that maintains traditional batik making techniques. Here, visitors will meet batik craftsmen who are very skilled in drawing intricate patterns using malam (batik wax) on cloth.
Visitors can see firsthand the process of making batik, from pencanting (drawing batik motifs using a canting tool) to the coloring and drying process. This experience will provide a deeper insight into the art of batik, which is not just a cloth, but also a very valuable cultural heritage for Indonesia. For those who are interested, you can also try making your own batik with the help of craftsmen.
14:00 pm– Lunch at a Traditional Warung
Before continuing the journey, we will take a short break to enjoy lunch at one of the traditional warungs around the Tegalayang area, Bantul. Yogyakarta has a variety of typical dishes such as gudeg, mangut lele, or sayur lodeh that are mouth-watering. Lunch here will be an opportunity to taste the deliciousness of local cuisine rich in herbs and spices.
15:00 – Visit to Home Decoration Craftsmen
After lunch, the last destination on this trip is a visit to home decoration craftsmen in the Sanden area, Bantul. Here, you will find various beautiful and functional handicraft products, ranging from wall decorations, flower vases, to other household knick-knacks. These crafts are generally made from natural materials such as bamboo, wood, to rattan, which are combined with traditional and modern designs.
Craftsmen in Sanden, Bantul have passed down their skills for generations, creating beautiful and affordable souvenirs and home decor. Visitors can watch these skilled artisans at work and support the preservation of local culture.
17:00 pm – End of Trip and Return to Yogyakarta City
The trip ends with a return to Yogyakarta city at around 17:00pm and reach the finish point at around 18.00pm . In 10 hours, we have explored various aspects of Yogyakarta’s local richness, from traditional cuisine to handicraft arts. This trip not only provides new insights into local industries, but also enriches your cultural experience. Visiting a lethek noodle factory, tofu factory, batik craftsmen, and home decoration crafts are the perfect way to delve into the daily lives of the Yogyakarta people and participate in supporting the local economy.
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