Tip for Ratu Boko backpakers

Tip for Ratu Boko backpakers

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Ratu Boko or Keraton Ratu Boko is a historical site derived from the Hindu and Buddhist dynasties that can now be seen in the form of ruins and temple-like buildings. The site is situated on top of a hill that was once a palace. The site is located in the village of Dawung and Sambireja Village, close to Prambanan temple which is very easy to reach about 3 kilometers. The location of Ratu Boko is also adjacent to other Hindu temples like Kalasan Temple, Sewu Temple, Plaosan Temple, Sambisari Temple and others.

How to get to Ratu Boko Palace

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From Tugu Station, you can reach it by public transportation. Ratu Boko is about 18 kilometers from Tugu Jogja Station. From Tugu Jogja you can directly walk to Trans Jogja Malioboro 1 stop, then take public transportation route 1A towards Prambanan. From the bus stop you can ride motorcycle taxi to get there and may cost around Rp 20.000.

How to get to Ratu Boko from Lempuyangan Station

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From Lempuyangan Station you can simply take the Trans Jogja bus from Fly over Lempuyangan stop, take route 4A to Prambanan Stop destination. Next you can reach Ratu Boko by motorcycle taxi.

How to get to Ratu Boko Palace From Adisucipto Airport

From Adisucipto airport, you can also ride Trans Jogja, way to Maguwo bus stop, choose Trans Jogja bus with route to east towards Prambanan. Until prambanan, you can directly ride motorcycles.

If you ride a private vehicle or taxi, you can use Prambanan temple as a compass. Viewed from the main highway Ratu Boko site is located opposite Prambanan Temple and you must travel about 3 kilometers through Piyungan road.

Ratu Boko entrance ticket

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Regular ticket: USD $25 per 1st May 2017 —> IDR 337.500 per 10th October 2017 for adult.

Combo ticket: USD $40 (Prambanan temple and Ratu Boko temple) per 1st May 2017 —> IDR 540.000 per 10th October 2017 for adult.

Combo ticket: USD $40 (Borobudur temple and Ratu Boko temple) per 1st May 2017 —> IDR 540.000 per 10th October 2017 for adult.

Sunset ticket: (3.00 pm – 6.00 pm) per 1st May 2017.
Since 22nd June 2017 Ratu Boko sunset ticket not applied anymore. You will pay USD $25 (= IDR 325K) per 1st May 2017 —>  IDR 337.500 per 10th October 2017 to watch sunset at Ratu Boko and have a free dinner if you buy ticket at the ticket window.


http://www.yogya-backpacker.com/ratu-boko-temple-candi-ratu-boko/
and wikipedia.co.id

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Bali, budget hotels, transport, food & attraction

Bali, budget hotels, transport, food & attraction

Bali continues to be a fantastic travel bargain, at least for those who don’t insist on staying in fancy international chain hotels, and Kuta is the best place to find great deals. The city is famous for being the surfing and nightlife capital of the island, and this brings in backpackers and budget travelers in from around the world.

Hotels start at amazingly low prices, though the bottom end means no air conditioning, cheap furniture, and a badly needed paint job. Still, if you are a minimalist then you will find loads of options here. Once you are looking for A/C instead of just a fan then the price starts going up, but you can still find great bargains as long as you aren’t coming during the December holidays.

Sitting around on the beach (while vendors constantly stream by) is the top attraction here and of course that’s free. You can rent a surfboard for a low price and even get proper lessons for less that you’d pay in most other surf spots.

Food and drinks are also very cheap by most standards, though not as cheap as in mainland Southeast Asia. Simple and delicious meals start around US$1 each, and for not much more than that you can get something really filling and sometimes even fancy. Beer is the cheapest drinking option, and it’s the most popular, but mixed drinks are found cheaply on specials at the popular bars as well.

HIRING A DRIVER IN BALI

By far the best way to get around Bali is to hire a driver for anywhere from 4 hours to a week. They are incredibly cheap and also act as a trusted advisor to help you avoid problems and find the best things. Nearly all of them drive mini-vans or SUVs that can hold at least 5 passengers. In Kuta and Ubud you’ll be harassed on the street often by men offering transport, and most of them are honest, but it’s hard to tell in an instant.

Typical 2017 Bali driver prices:
8 hours: 500,000 rupiah (US$37)
Extra hours: 50,000 rupiah each (US$3.70)

That price is for a driver AND a van for up to 5 passengers, so it’s an amazing deal. The driver acts as sort of a guide as well, so it’s even more worth it than you can imagine. If you simply want transport from one place to another you can hire an Uber more cheaply. BUT Bali is an island where having a driver who is also a guide is incredibly valuable. You’ll save time and see much more with someone who is experienced in showing off the best sights.

Kuta Bali attraction

Surfing lesson (3 hour): 20.33 to 50.04 (USD)
Surfboard rental: 2.22 to 6.29 (USD)
Waterbom Park: 27.36 (2-12 y.o), 38.45 (USD) (adults)

Kuta Bali transportation prices

Taxi (airport to Kuta): 1.48-4.07 (USD)
Bemo (minivan) from airport to Kuta: 0.37-0.74 (USD)
3km taxi ride in Kuta: 1.48-2.22 (USD)

 

Kuta bali foond and drink prices

Budget breakfast: 1.85-3.70 (USD)
If your hotel or guesthouse doesn't include breakfast, you can find cheap eats nearby.

Budget lunch: 2.59-4.44 (USD)
Combinations of rice or noodles and chicken are classic and filling.

Budget diner: 4.44-7.39 (USD)
Kuta and its area is filled with Western restaurants with good prices. Local joints are a bit cheaper.

Beer (.33ml bottle): 1.85-3.33 (USD)

Bintang is the ubiquitous local lager, served in ice-cold large and small bottles. Nightclubs will charge more.

https://www.priceoftravel.com/33/indonesia/kuta-bali-prices

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