I have designed these itineraries in an effort to bring you close to the best parts of Bali. Some of the tours are designed to get you familiar with the island and introduce you to spectacular views around the countryside and temple architecture from the coast to the mountains. Some of the tours might involve a bumpy and windy road along the countryside, but that’s the fun in exploring the hidden beauty of Bali.
1. Volcano and Art Tour
2. Bedugul Central Mountain Tour
3. Mother Temple and East Bali Tour
4. Uluwatu Sunset and Dinner Tour
5. Around Ubud Tour
6. City Tour / Denpasar City Sight
7. Royal Temple and Tanah Lot Tour
8. Grand Circle of Bali
9. Bali As You Please
10. Special Events
1. VOLCANO AND ART TOUR
This is one of our most popular tours of Bali. A full day tour to visit the semi- active volcano of Batur, well known for its magnificent view, while enjoying some of the artistic highlights of the island. We will start by visiting Celuk village, famous for its gold and silver work, where you’ll see many artists are doing their detailed and skillful work. Then we go to a traditional Balinese house compound to enjoy its natural beauty while gaining knowledge about daily activities of the local people. Goa Gajah (the elephant cave temple), the 11th century hermitage, is our next stop to witness this ancient temple. Kintamani, a mountain resort with its spectacular view overlooking the volcano of Batur is our highlight. We’ll enjoy the view of the lake and Mount Batur while having lunch. After having lunch we are going to continue our day sightseeing by visiting Ceking village to enjoy its scenic rice terraces. On the way back to the hotel we’ll visit Ubud, home of many famous artists and Mas village, famous for its exquisite wood carving. Here we’ll explain and demonstrate to you how our master carvers carefully and patiently work with many kinds of wood, and admire their masterpieces at their showroom.
Departure time : 8.30 am
Duration : 8 – 9 hrs
Price : US$ 70 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 10.000 - IDR 32.000 / person.
Buffet lunch costs around IDR 100.000 - IDR 125.000 / person ( including tax and service charge ).
Performance tickets costs around IDR 100.000 / person. It can be arranged in the morning to watch Barong Dance before going to Celuk Village.
2. BEDUGUL CENTRAL MOUNTAIN TOUR
After being picked up from your hotel, we will proceed to drive through the small local villages while enjoying the scenic panorama of green rice paddies, deep river gorges, sacred sites and agricultural areas. In the central mountain area we will visit Candikuning Village to see traditional fruits, spices, vegetables and the flower market. We will enjoy a view of Pura Ulun Danu Beratan, which is a temple in the middle of the lake. Lunch is available at the famed Pacung Mountain Resort. Continuing our tour, we will visit Jatiluwih Village for its truly marvellous rice terrace view, one of the most spectacular rice paddies on the island. Our highlight will be visiting Batukaru, a temple in the middle of the rain forest.
Departure time : 8.30 am
Duration : 8 - 9 hrs
Price : US$ 75 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 10.000 - IDR 30.000 / person.
Buffet lunch costs around IDR 100.000 - IDR 125.000 / person ( including tax and service charge ).
3. MOTHER TEMPLE AND EAST BALI TOUR
This is a varied and interesting day tour highlighting East Bali, beginning with the small town of Gianyar to see Batik processing and Klungkung where you can visit the Kertagosa, and ancient court house with typical Kamasan Wayang painted on its ceilings depicting scenes of punishment and rewards in the afterlife. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the most beautiful and largest temple in Bali… Besakih, the mother temple of Bali. After lunch, we proceed to Selat Village for its scenic rice terrace view, and then Sibetan Village, very well known for its snake skin fruit/Salak cultivation. This will be a chance to taste the best tropical fruit on the island. To complete our day, we will enjoy Tenganan, the indigenous village of Bali while our last stop is Goa Lawah, the bat cave temple.
Departure time : 8.30 am
Duration : 9 - 10 hrs
Price : US$ 75 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 10.000 - IDR 60.000 / person.
Buffet lunch costs around IDR 100.000 - IDR 125.000 / person ( including tax and service charge ).
4. ULUWATU SUNSET AND DINNER
We travel in the afternoon to the southern most point of Bali to Pura Luhur Uluwatu which is 250 feet above sea level. The view to the sea below is truly breathtaking and refreshing. A Kecak/fire dance performance is an option while waiting for/watching the sunset. On the way back to the hotel, we’ll stop in Jimbaran to have dinner at one of the famous open air seafood restaurants on the white sandy beach.
Departure time : 3.00 pm
Duration : 5 - 6 hrs
Price : US$ 50 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 30.000 / person.
Dinner costs around IDR 135.000 - IDR 300.000 / person ( including tax and service charge ).
Performance tickets costs around IDR 100.000 / person
5. AROUND UBUD TOUR (SHOPPING TOUR )
Start the day by visiting Ubud Monkey Forest to enjoy the activities of the monkeys and their home. It is a great chance for you to get a close sight or to feed them, but be forewarned to keep your jewellery, hats and sunglasses out of reach! We then proceed to the center of Ubud to visit Ubud Palace. A visit to Ubud market and the surrounding shops will give you enough time to do a little bargaining or just to look around and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of this famous village. Lunch or early dinner can be arranged at one of the many quaint restaurants in the area.
Departure time : on your request
Duration : 5 - 6 hrs
Price : US$ 50 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 5.000 - IDR 50.000 / person.
Lunch costs around IDR 100.000 - IDR 150.000 / person ( including tax and service charge ).
6. CITY TOUR / DENPASAR CITY SIGHT
Join this morning tour for a comprehensive orientation of the main town on the island of Bali, Denpasar. On this city sights tour, we will visit Werdi Budaya/Art Centre, a place where our artists gather to show/perform their skills regularly. Bali Museum is our next stop before going to the bird/ animal market. Our last stop is Matahari shopping mall. Lunch can be taken at this “one-stop” shopping center!
Departure time : 8.30 am
Duration : 5 - 6 hrs
Price : US$ 50 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 5.000 - IDR 30.000 / person.
Lunch costs around IDR 100.000 - IDR 125.000 / person ( including tax and service charge ).
7. ROYAL TEMPLE AND TANAH LOT TOUR
Visit the huge state temple of Pura Taman Ayun surrounded by a wide moat. This was the main temple of the kingdom which ruled until 1891. Proceed on to a visit to the monkey forest of Kedaton. Watch your hat….!
Proceed to the most photographed and famous temple in Bali, Tanah Lot, set at the edge of the sea. Tanah Lot offers spectacular views and another chance to enjoy the beauty of Bali.
Departure time : 2.00 or 3.00 pm
Duration : 5 - 6 hrs
Price : US$ 50 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 20.000 - IDR 60.000 / person.
8. GRAND CIRCLE OF BALI
Beginning with a scenic drive through the countryside to Ulun Danu, a temple by the lake of Beratan, you will have a great chance to enjoy the tropical and subtropical fruits and flower market along the way. Enjoy the sight of monkeys begging for food along the road to Gitgit waterfall. Drive to the top end of Bali, Singaraja. Lunch can be taken in Lovina, a resort on the northern coast of Bali. Return to your hotel enjoying vistas of endless lush rice fields, rice terraces and hillside gardens. This full day tour will indeed be a day in paradise.
Departure time : 8.00 am
Duration : 10 – 11 hrs
Price : US$ 85 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 5.000 - IDR 30.000 / person.
Buffet lunch costs around IDR 100.000 - IDR 125.000 / person ( including tax and service charge ).
9. BALI AS YOU PLEASE
You may have researched and planned your own personal program from home before coming to Bali. To suit your needs, we offer you “Bali As You Please” in two packages; a full day 8 – 10 hour tour; and a half day 4 – 6 hour option. On this package you’ll be escorted by a licensed tour guide who will help you to arrange your itinerary whether your interests include exploring, sightseeing, shopping or visiting the craft center of Bali.
This tour is very flexible; you are welcome to customize our own program or to combine or select components of our other tours. Just let me know about your interests or idea and I will be pleased to arrange a special program for you. My services and knowledge will ensure your ultimate Bali experience!
Departure time : on your request
Duration / Price : 4 – 6 hrs / US$ 50 / van
Duration / Price : 8 – 10 hrs / US$ 80 / van
PRICE INCLUDES :
Van, driver, petrol, parking fees, tour guide, map of Bali, umbrella, sarong for visiting temples, cold mineral water & wet towel.
EXCLUSION :
Admission fees, performance tickets if there are any and meals ( lunch or dinner )
The admission fees costs from IDR 5.000 - IDR 60.000 / person.
Buffet lunch costs around IDR 100.000 - IDR 125.000 / person ( including tax and service charge ).
Performance tickets costs around IDR 80.000 - 100.000 / person
10. SPECIAL EVENTS
Organizing trips and specialized itineraries beyond the norm such as witnessing a temple festival, cremation ceremony, white water rafting, spa experiences, cycling, cruising, diving, fishing, trekking, horseback riding, or to arrange for specialized shopping excursions including handling of your goods to be shipped to your home country are all parts of my personalized service program…..all you have to do is ask! If you want to see something particularly unique or different, I am happy to make special arrangements for you.