Denpasar is Bali’s provincial capital and boasts two interesting and unique markets, Pasar Badung and Pasar Kumbasari which are both spread out over a four story building and trade different wares from morning to evening.
After the markets, continue to the Bali Museum transfer by a traditional horse chart locally known as Dokar (based on availability), an old fashioned way to discover the growing city of Denpasar. Upon arrival at the museum, observe the traditional artefacts, collection of prehistoric pieces and valuable old paintings. Built in 1910 by the Dutch and destroyed by Bali’s largest earthquake in 1917, the museum was rebuilt in 1931. Continue to the Bali Art Centre, also known as Taman Budaya which is dedicated to the preservation of Balinese culture.
To end this half day trip, visit the Balinese People Memorial, better known as Bajra Sandhi, which was built to commemorate Balinese heroes who fought against colonial rule.
No te pierdas esta visita de medio día a tres templos de Bali, también la oportunidad perfecta para los cruceristas que hacen escala en la llamada isla de los Dioses.
Sal de tu hotel y dirígete a un templo que perteneció a la familia real, conocido como Taman Ayun o templo del Bello Jardín y ubicado en Mengwi. El templo se construyó en 1634 bajo las órdenes de un rey de la dinastía Mengwi. Admira este espectacular complejo que se alza sobre una isla rodeada de un lago artificial.
A continuación, pon rumbo a Alas Kedaton, un santuario megalítico situado en un bosque habitado por miles de monos y cientos de murciélagos.
Concluye el recorrido al poner rumbo a Tanah Lot, el templo más fotografiado de Bali que se erige sobre una formación rocosa en medio del mar y es inaccesible durante las mareas altas. El templo te brinda la oportunidad de contemplar la puesta de sol más espectacular de Bali.
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In the afternoon, drive to Uluwatu a beautiful holy temple at the southern tip of Bali, an exquisite monument perched above the sea. The temple and surrounding is the home of hundreds monkeys which consider as the guardian for the locals.
The best Bali’s sunset experience, a romantic atmosphere with a golden color of the far horizon while the chanting of the hundred Balinese performing the most popular dance in Bali, Kecak, typical Balinese’s magical ambience. The performance tells the story of an external love tale between Rama and Shinta. Back to your vehicle for a short transfer to Jimbaran to end the day with a hearty fresh grilled seafood dinner.
You are invited to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Ubud in an old fashioned way. This tented safari-style picnic may sound more like a scene from “Out of Africa” but this spacious Balinese silk-paneled tent has been set up to welcome you! Set in the hills outside Ubud, this venue is one of the most charming and romantic of all.
After a short walk through grass still covered with dew, you will be welcome, on your arrival, by a fresh aromatic cold towel. Your eyes will immediately relax from so much greenery around you. Attentive staff in traditional garb will start your visit with a 45 minutes foot bath and massage in the floating tent by the Ayung river.
Then you will be treated to a sumptuous high tea. Enjoy the day and experience the quiet relaxation offered by Nature. Birds chirping and hopping in surrounding trees and an ever so gentle breeze will make your outing an unforgettable experience. Take a short walk about 10 minutes to visit a village temple and then transfer back to your hotel.
Bayad is home to some of the most spectacular scenery on the island of Bali and home to caves, waterfalls and beautiful flora and fauna that can only be truly explored on foot. The 6km trail leads from one amazing site to another.
Besides the natural wonders, also visit Goa Maya, home to a number of sacred Hindu statues, a spice centre, and a herb and vegetable. Local guides are able to tell you all about the environment and how the trek contributes to the preservation of the lush forest.
At the end of your trek, your guide will present you the opportunity to plant your own tree along the trekking path with your name attached to it (costs of tree planting are additional). Lunch is served at a restaurant overlooking the Petanu Valley before returning to the hotel.
In the afternoon, meet with our professional tour guide that will accompany you for this half day culture experience. Heading to Pejaten village which was famous as the central of roof-tile producers long time ago. Here you will join our 1 hour short course, learn different techniques of making ceramic, start with learning methods of wedging, centering, lifting and forming, in addition to practicing the best positions for a mass of clay on the wheel. You will work on the potter's wheel and learn the basic of creating your own pieces. Our experience instructor will accompany you during the course.
Afterward, visit the museum and here you will see a lot of high quality collections of ceramic in various forms of animals, pots, kitchenware, cutlery or ashtrays. At the end of the afternoon, short transfer will lead you to Tanah Lot, a temple perched on a small rock by the shore, a magical sunset with golden color amaze every visitor. When the sun embraces the horizon, we will transfer back to your hotel.
Your tour begins when you are picked up from your accommodation in the morning. Your driver will discuss your itinerary with you to see if you wish to make any changes before you set off for the day.
This tour will show you the impressive differences in nature all on this beautiful island, Bali. From the low land and relatively flat rice fields of Tabanan to the mountain region in Bedugul. A visit to the Bali butterfly Park is an opportunity to encounter rare and endemic species of butterflies. The Bali butterfly park in Tabanan is the island’s sole butterfly enclosure. Acres of charming grounds and intricately landscaped gardens make for a lovely home to these beautiful creatures. The vegetation changes as you continue to the alpine countryside.
You will make a stop at Pacung, amidst beautiful rice terraces before you visit the colorful local fruit market of Candi Kuning, where you can find a variety of colorful flowers and tropical vegetables. You will see the attractive mountain resort of Bedugul and Lake Beratan where the delightful Ulun Danu Temple is located. The temple is set on a small promontory on the shores of Lake Beratan, home to Danu the Goddess of Water who is believed to control the island's irrigation system.
You will continue to drive north along the winding road that will lead you to Gitgit Waterfalls. A short walk through the jungle reveals these beautiful falls. The return journey will take you through the Jatiluwih rice terraces which are on the world heritage list before heading back to your accommodation.
In the morning, meet with your English professional local guide heading to Singapadu village to discover one of a traditional Balinese compound. In each of Balinese traditional compound consists of 4 major buildings with its own function and 1 family temple. Afterward, proceed to visit Batuan temple, a village temple with its beautiful ornament on each of its shrine.
And the highlight of today is to discover a wide collection of mask and puppet in Bali, located at Ubud outskirt will pamper your hunger of Indonesia culture. The largest collection consisting of 5900 Asian masks and wayang puppets, it is not a museum in the strict sense, but a place with a homely, friendly atmosphere. The place is built on ten-thousand square meters of land surrounded by beautiful rice fields.
Onward it is the time for you to enjoy a luscious set menu lunch at one of local restaurant while your eyes pampering with Tjampuhan beautiful valley just a few meter from your table. After lunch back to your hotel you may make a stop at Tohpati village, a small village famous for its batik beautiful designs inspired by religious mythologies to everyday encounters.
Indonesia since hundreds years back was a magnet and life paradise for herb and spices. Rich in botanical diversity makes not only Indonesian food full of flavors, but also passed down a wealthy of medical recipes using herb and spices.
In the center of Ubud, we will uncover the secrets of Jamu : a traditional herbal heritage of Indonesia by joining in the Jamu class in one of the workshops. Ubud is not only the artistic heart of Bali, literally Ubud derived from Ubad which mean medicine and no wonders from the beginning Ubud has always enticed many visitors to come and relieve their illness both physically and emotionally.
In the class, you will learn about various things such as how to make Jamu herbal drinks with a cleansing or slimming effect, and then proceed how to make Boreh a Balinese scrub that can be used to stimulate your nervous system or just to peel off your dead skins. During the lesson they will fill in your curiosity regarding how useful these natural ingredients for our life.
In the morning, meet with our reps and then transfer to Guliang Kawan Village located in the central of Bali. Prior, stop at a traditional local market where you will purchase the ingredients of today class such as spices, vegetables etc. Next, enjoy a Cooking Class which offers a fascinating introduction to the exotic ingredients and unique culture of Balinese food. Gain a valuable insight into the techniques of preparation and cooking which is used on a daily basis in homes all over the island.
After your lunch which is served on a hut facing to the rice field, you might join in a rural activity that allows you to experience how the farmers work in the rice fields. You will learn how to plant, transplants or harvest rice (depending on season) and in the same time you will have the opportunity to learn more about Subak, the Balinese traditional irrigation system that is an UNESCO recognized method of sustainable farming. Transfer back to your hotel.
For this early morning trek, depart very early before dawn breaks and follow the straightforward path to the center of the crater. On the crest, enjoy the awesome view of the sun rising from behind the mighty Mount Agung. Meanwhile, sample the unique breakfast of hard - boiled eggs and hot tea or coffee, cooked to perfection in the natural heat steaming from the belly of the volcano. After taking in the beauty of the summit, head down to the hot spring of Toya Bungkah village where your American breakfast will be served. Enjoy and relax by the pool of the natural hot spring with the view of the beautiful surroundings before returning to the hotel.
In the morning, travelling into Balinese traditional village in the heart of Bali where the sacred 12 fountains are located. This temple is well known for the Balinese and usually busy during the full moon. The 12 spouts are used by worshippers to purify themselves. The Guardian of the temple will accompany you to present the offering at the main temple; before you pour your head and the whole body with the sacred water.
Next, we will take you to a Pemangku, a Balinese temple guardian that has been gifted as a healer and a fortune teller at the same time. He will introduced you to an ancient Balinese palm reading method that interpret your character and destiny. Don’t be surprised, he might share your mysterious illness. Transfer back to your hotel.
El tour comienza con la recogida en tu hotel de Bali por tu guía/conductor privado. Empieza con una visita al templo Taman Ayun, el majestuoso templo real de Mengwi que fue construido en el año 1634. El templo es considerado el más sagrado de Bali y está rodeado por un foso ancho que crea la sensación de estar en medio del lago.
Continúa hasta Bedugul, un agradable pueblo de montaña situado en el lago Bratan. Visita sus jardines botánicos y su mercadillo de productos frescos. Debido a la gran altitud a la que se encuentra y a su clima más frío, Bedugul es el centro agrícola de hortalizas de Bali.
A continuación, saborea un delicioso menú en un retiro privado que ahora está abierto al público y está ubicado junto al lago. Al acabar, da un breve paseo hasta llegar a la orilla del lago y sube a bordo de un jukung – barco tradicional de pesca – para disfrutar de una pequeña travesía de camino a Ulun Danu, un magnífico templo de agua. Contémplalo desde una perspectiva diferente y admira cómo se eleva con orgullo en el lago.
La ultima parada es el templo de Tanah Lot, el lugar más fotografiado de Bali. El templo se alza sobre un pequeño islote rocoso que es inaccesible durante las mareas altas. Al terminar la visita, tu conductor te llevará de vuelta a tu alojamiento.
In the morning you will be met by your professional local guide at your accommodation who will then take you to your first stop, Guliang Kawan Village, located in the centre of Bali. A warm welcome from the villagers awaits you as you enjoy a simple Balinese breakfast served with coffee or tea. Next, you will enjoy a rural activity that allows you to stroll through the village streets to discover the daily life of the Balinese people. Here you will see how they dedicate themselves to their god, you will also be shown the art of making the beautiful Balinese Canang Sari.
This is the daily Balinese Hindu offering, the symbol of thankfulness to the God. Then, continue to see how the elderly Balinese people make palm wine, locally known as Tuak. You will have the chance to taste this common alcoholic drink. Proceed to a blacksmith’s house and see how they produce Balinese traditional tools before continuing to the next house where you will see a Balinese man making a traditional hat that is commonly used by the farmer.
Experience how the farmers work in the rice fields. You will learn how to plant, transplant or harvest rice (depending on the season). At the same time you will have the opportunity to learn more about Subak, the Balinese traditional irrigation system that is a UNESCO acknowledged way of sustainable farming. A delicious lunch will be served on a hut facing the rice fields. Proceeding to Penglipuran, a traditional village that preserves their traditional Balinese architectural housing to today. This same type of typical Balinese entrance stands in a row on the left and right side of the village. You will be transferred back to your hotel at the end of the tour.
In the morning your private tour guide and vehicle will pick you up from your hotel lobby and then transferred to Abiansemal, to be an exact Bongkasa village where your bicycle is ready to take you to explore the peaceful surroundings. A safety briefing will conduct by your professional cycling guide, describe the route and demonstrate how to use the bike's gear and brakes.
Set off on your 2 hours cycling adventure through untouched rice terraces and villages dotted with traditional houses and temples. Stop to meet friendly locals, take photos of scenic spots and learn about the local culture. Reaching the finish point, the vehicles are standing by to take you to Puri Taman Sari, a traditional Balinese compound owned by a member of the royal family of Mengwi.
Mengwi a long time ago was a very important kingdom in Bali compete tightly with the neighbor Kingdom, Badung. Here you will enjoy your traditional Balinese lunch inside a Balinese compound. Afterwards you will be transferred back to your hotel.