"We are very happy to launch the inaugural trip of the Gambir-Yogyakarta Java Priority Train route to support the 2024 Christmas and 2025 New Year holiday trips of customers," president director of KAI Wisata, Hendy Helmi, said here on Thursday.
According to an official statement released by KAI Wisata, the Java Priority Train, which offers round trips from Gambir to Yogyakarta, will operate until January 5, 2025.
The premium tourist train service has been specifically designed to provide a comfortable and luxurious journey.
It has been equipped with a number of facilities, including ergonomic reclining seats, audio-visual entertainment, free Wi-Fi, and premium food and beverage options.
Passengers can also spend time at the VIP waiting room while waiting for the train.
The Java Priority Train has three types of trains—two Imperial Trains, five Priority Trains, and one Dining On Train.
The Java Priority Train can accommodate a total of 190 passengers. It will start from Gambir at 12:45 p.m. local time and depart from Yogyakarta at 11:40 p.m. local time. The train will only operate from December 19, 2024, to January 5.
Ticket prices for the Java Priority Train start from Rp950 thousand and seats can be booked through the Access by KAI mobile application.
"With the Java Priority Train, we hope to provide a more exclusive travel experience for the public while encouraging tourism growth, especially in Yogyakarta as a favorite destination among tourists," Helmi said.
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