Discover temples surrounded by the sea, lost in rainforests, on the shores of beautiful lakes and the slopes of volcanoes, and hidden in caves. Join this twelve-day tour and explore the most sacred places of Bali, visit Uluwatu Temple, unhide the secrets of Danghyang Nirartha´s temples and enjoy the panoramic view of a still active volcano in the Kintamani region. Take a boat ride to Gili Trawangan, relax on the beautiful virgin beaches and enjoy the calming atmosphere of this unique island. The friendly and generous Balinese people will ensure you enjoy an unforgettable experience in the spellbinding paradise that is their home. This trip offers the perfect balance of included and optional activities along with leisure time to enjoy Bali.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Tanah Lot: Breath-taking sunset at the beach overlooking the iconic Tanah Lot Temple
Batubulan: Watch exciting local performances before heading to other villages to learn about their crafts, art and culture
Kintamani: An area with exotic charm, home to still active Volcano Batur and crater lake below
Jatiluwih: One of the most impressive beautiful rice terraces
Ubud: Known as the arts and crafts centre of the island, Ubud is a place where tradition is particularly important, and temple festivals happen almost daily.
Gili Trawangan: Unwind in this unique remote island of Lombok admiring beautiful sunsets by the beach or spend this time more actively doing water sports or partying; you decide
Day 1: ARRIVAL DENPASAR – LEGIAN (10 km – 1 hr)
Upon arrival at Bali Airport, meet with your local guide and transfer to your accommodation in Legian. Check-in and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Legian.
Day 2: LEGIAN – ULUWATU TEMPLE – TANAH LOT TEMPLE – UBUD (97 km-7 hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Begin the tour by a drive to the south part of the island to Uluwatu Temple situated about 70m on the cliff overlooking the bay. From there watch the rough seas of the Indian Ocean rush forward, hitting the rocks beneath the cliff. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Then after lunch continue the tour to Tanah Lot Temple, placed on a huge rock surrounded by the sea and ideal beach to relax and a perfect place to see the sunset (if weather permits). This temple was built in the 16th century by the Javanese priest Danghyang Nirartha who built many temples near the sea around the island such as Rambut Siwi Temple in the west of Bali, Pulaki Temple and Ponjok Batu Temple in the North of Bali. Drive to Ubud for check-in at your hotel and stay overnight.
Overnight in Ubud.
Day 3: UBUD – MONKEY FOREST – TIRTA EMPUL – KINTAMANI – UBUD (83 km – 7 hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Batubulan village to attend Barong and Kris dance performance. Then visit Celuk, Batuan and Mas, art and handicraft villages to witness gold and silver work, hand weaving woodcarving and painting. Visit Ubud monkey forest, then Tampak Siring to see the holy spring water temple Tirta Empul. Next on to see the magnificent panorama of the still active Mount Batur volcano and Lake Batur. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Kintamani before we drive back to the hotel.
Overnight in Ubud.
Day 4: UBUD – PENGLIPURAN – BESAKIH TEMPLE – GOA LAWAH – UBUD (89 km – 7 hrs)
After breakfast, visit Penglipuran village with its traditional countryside unique life, socializing and culture. The next stop is Besakih, the “Mother Temple” of Bali. The complex houses 30 temples, made up of 7 levels of terraces in the mountainside. Then, stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Late afternoon drive back down to the Goa Lawah Temple known as 'Bat Cave' where thousands of bats hang on the rim of the cave.
Overnight in Ubud.
Day 5: UBUD – TAMAN AYUN – ULUNDANU – JATILUWIH RICE TERRACE – BATUKARU TEMPLE – UBUD (120 km – 7 hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, start a sightseeing tour by visiting the beautiful Taman Ayun Temple dated back to the Royal Mengwi Dynasty. Continue to Bedugul located on the shore of Lake Beratan where you can enjoy the cool mountain breeze and a stunning view of the Ulun Danu Temple. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Then stop by a local market where fresh vegetables and fruits are sold. Next, visit the beautiful Jatiluwih rice terraces. Afterward, visit Pura Luhur Batuku on the slopes of Gunung Batukaru.
Overnight in Ubud.
Day 6: UBUD
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at leisure.
Overnight in Ubud.
Day 7: UBUD – PADANG BAI – GILI TRAWANGAN (95 km – 3.50 hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel. You will be picked up at around 10:30 and transferred to Padang Bai to catch the speed boat which departs at 12.15 to Gili Trawangan. Arrive at Gili Trawangan for a direct transfer to the hotel with local transportation called ‘Cidomo’. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Gili Trawangan.
Day 8: GILI TRAWANGAN
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at leisure.
Overnight in Gili Trawangan.
Day 9: GILI TRAWANGAN
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at leisure.
Overnight in Gili Trawangan.
Day 10: GILI TRAWANGAN
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day at leisure.
Overnight in Gili Trawangan.
Day 11: GILI TRAWANGAN – PADANG BAI – LEGIAN (25 km – 3.50 hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and get on ‘Cimodo’ to catch the speed boat at 11.25 am, back to Padang Bay. Arrive at Padang Bay for a shared transfer to the hotel in Legian. The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Overnight in Legian.
Day 12: LEGIAN – DEPARTURE (10 km –1 hr)
Breakfast at your hotel. You are allowed to use the room until 6 pm, free program until check-out time and in appropriate time transfer to the airport to catch your flight back home.
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Indonesia. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting places of worship, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
