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Bali: Full-Day Instagram Highlights Tour

1. Bali: Full-Day Instagram Highlights Tour

Make your Instagram followers envious as you explore Bali on a customizable day trip to its most recognizable hotspots.  All entry fees are included, as well as an expert local tour guide, who will share gems about Balinese history and culture along the way. Your first stop is the Hindu Lempuyang Temple. Famous for its split gate, the Gates of Heaven, you’ll be able to take that very same photo you’ve seen so many times on Instagram.  You’ll then be whisked to Tirta Gangga, a former royal palace famous for its holy (and incredibly photogenic) water features and gardens.  Next up is Tukad Cepung, a cave containing an amazing natural waterfall, where you’ll even get to have a dip.  After that is rural Ubud, home to many beautiful lush green rice fields. And last but not least, you’ll get to try out one of Bali’s famous jungle swings.   Choose the exact experience that you want — from private tours with hotel pickup to small-group tours where you can meet other adventurous travelers. Pick the lunch add-on for a delicious buffet lunch, or take home ten polaroids to remember your trip. Select the premium or private options for additional add-ons. Enrich your Instagram with photos taken and edited by a photographer, watch yourself from above with 3-4 minutes of drone footage sent to you 24 hours after your tour, or simply unwind with a relaxing massage.

Bali: Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Ticket

2. Bali: Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Ticket

Witness one of Bali's most revered classical dances in a unique setting, at the iconic Ubud Palace. Book your tickets o this traditional show and experience a visually alluring royal court performance, known for its physically demanding postures and fast-paced movements. Arrive at the imposing Ubud Palace and experience what locals call the Legong Dance, which loosely translates to 'the dance of the royal palace’. Discover the energetic dance that was once performed only in front of the royal family, and take in the imposing Puri Saren Royal Palace. Watch highly-skilled performers in colorful costumes, including a golden floral headdress of considerable size and weight, along with complete regalia from shoulders to feet. See the professional dancers carry out movements effortlessly, despite the bulk of their outfits. Take part in an enthralling story, performed by three dancers: a female attendant of the court and two identically dressed 'legongs' who adopt the roles of royal people. Immerse yourself in the history of East Jave during the 12th and 13th centuries with this engaging show.

Tirta Empul: Temple Tour with Optional Spiritual Cleansing

3. Tirta Empul: Temple Tour with Optional Spiritual Cleansing

Participate and unique guided temple walk with optional soul purification ritual Tirta Empul, located in Manukaya Village, Tampaksiring District, Gianyar Regency, Bali. Within this complex, there are springs, baths, and pools which are considered sacred by the Balinese Hindu community. Choose from meeting the guide at Tira Empual's entrance or with Ubud transfers in an air-conditioned car. Begin the walk by entering the decorative Candi Bentar (temple split gate) and explore Nista Mandala. The zone which connects the temple to the outer world, Nista Mandala holds the entrance to the holy pond. This mandala is marked by a koi pond and Bale Banjar, or temple gathering hall. Next to Madya Mandala you will find the pools and the pool used for the soul purification and healing ritual. The host will explain to you step by step the local doing the spiritual cleansing, including a meditation that takes place in front of the altar. Witness a local make a prayer to the gods, the water spirits, and their ancestors and place their offer on the altar. Partake with an optional spiritual cleansing experience that can be added on to your tour. Completed the walk by exploring Utama Mandala, the most sacred space of the temple where the locals will sit down and thank the gods, the water spirits, and their ancestors once again before leaving the temple. Enhance your tour by purchasing add-ons like lunch at a local restaurant, Luwak coffee tasting, a thrilling jungle swing, 10 Polaroid camera photos, and a relaxing traditional massage. Some are only available for tours with transfers.

Ubud: All-Inclusive Tour with Optional Lunch

4. Ubud: All-Inclusive Tour with Optional Lunch

Take a day tour around Ubud are and immerse yourself in its vibrant culture of Ubudian as you spend the day visiting a selection of top Bali’s attraction including a stop at Ceking for Tegalalang Rice Terrace , Tegenungan Waterfall, Ubud Monkey Sanctuary, art market where you can hunt for your Bali souvenir, and Tirta Empul Temple known for its blessing holy spring temple. Begin your trip by visiting Ubud Monkey Forest, It is home for over 600 long tail macaques roaming around in their natural habitat. Take a famous selfie with monkey at Ubud monkey sanctuary with the assistance of the local staff. Next, head north to Ubud Palace (as known as Puri Saren) and Ubud Market across the main Ubud street. Perfect to learn the Ubud culture and wonderful location to get you some Bali Souvenir home. Continue to Tegalalang famous for its stunning natural landscape of Ceking Rice Terrace where you can learn its ancient Subak irrigation system. Stroll through the ridges and learn how Tri Hita Karana is a guidance for the Balinese way of life. Find out how it works for the Subak system in Bali, and take the chance to snap pictures with tropical landscape as the background. Stop at D’Alas Restaurant or other alternative restaurant you have in your list for your lunch of the day. It is available to purchase as add-ons. Perfect Indonesian style restaurant with fabulous scenery of the lust jungle of Ubud. Then, head east to Tampak Siring for an ancient temple called Tirta Empul Temple where you can witness how Balinese doing their spiritual cleansing before praying at its Utama Mandala of the temple. Completed the trip to Tegenungan waterfall with a beautiful green surrounding make the area very fresh. Take a short walk to get closer to the waterfall and snaps some photos for your social media feed of the day.

Bali: Besakih Temple & Lempuyang Temple Gates of Heaven Tour

5. Bali: Besakih Temple & Lempuyang Temple Gates of Heaven Tour

Join a guided day trip to the eastern part of Bali to visit the mother temple of Bali, Pura Besakih, along with Pura Penataran Agung Lempuyang temple and its iconic Gate of Heaven. Enjoy convenient hotel transfers and a lunch stop overlooking Mount Agung. Following a pickup from your hotel, head to the majestic Lempuyang Temple in the eastern part of Bali. Along the way, pass long stretches of beautiful and pristine rice paddies, travel along winding roads, and marvel at breathtaking mountains. Be awed by the magical views of Mount Agung behind the temple. Your own private guide will not only snap cool shots for you but will also explain the history of the ancient temple as well as the Balinese people and their culture. Next, visit Tirta Gangga, known as the most beautiful former royal water palace in Eastern Bali. Explore the water palace's tiered fountains, gardens, and stone sculptures of mythical creatures spouting water into pools.  Outside the palace, soak up views of the lush rice paddies of northeastern Bali. After visiting the water palace, savor a scrumptious buffet lunch (with optional add-on) overlooking Mount Agung, Telaga Waja river, and the rice fields. When you are finished, make your way to the biggest temple in Bali, Pura Besakih.  Join this tour of Pura Besakih with your guide and learn why it is the most important, the largest, and the holiest temple of Hindu religion in Bali, and one of a series of Balinese temples. The temple miraculously survived the catastrophic volcanic eruption of 1963. Leverage and customize your experience with add-ons from professional, coffee tasting to traditional massage. (some add-ons are only available for private tours). Select the private tour options to enjoy the highest degree of flexibility, intimacy and customized experiences, or join the small group tour to enjoy the tour in an affordable way.

Sanur: High-Speed Boat Transfer to/from Nusa Lembongan

6. Sanur: High-Speed Boat Transfer to/from Nusa Lembongan

Travel with ease between Sanur Beach and Nusa Lembongan with this boat transfer service. Choose from one-way options or the convenience of a roundtrip transfer. Enjoy an ample baggage allowance of two 30 kg bags per person.  Exchange your voucher for a boarding pass and head over to the modern speed boat which departs from a new boat terminal with jetties that keep you from having to get into the water when boarding the boat. Take in stunning views of the sea and coast as cast off from shore and reach top speeds of 30-35 knots on your way to your destination. The hospitality of the friendly staff makes your transfer easy and enjoyable. Let your professional captain navigate the fastest route to your destination so you won't miss out on the fun and adventure that await you. Skip the stress with this handy service that includes insurance for each passenger onboard. 

Bali: Blue Lagoon Beach Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

7. Bali: Blue Lagoon Beach Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

Join this Bali snorkeling tour for a day of activity in the calm and beautiful Blue Lagoon Beach and some hidden snorkeling sites. If you select a transfers-included option, your friendly English-speaking driver will meet you at your place and send you to the location. Or you can go direct with your arrangement. Flexible to choose an intimate private tour with max flexibility or an affordable shared tour. Be prepared for short instructions before sailing off to the snorkeling location about 10 minutes from the beach. The tour includes an expert snorkeling guide who will help with your snorkeling activities as you dive into the second snorkeling site. Your guide will also assist in putting on your snorkeling gear, which is included in the tour packet. Explore the underwater, crystal-clear beauty of Bali's Blue Lagoon Beach as you dive into the inviting tropical waters to experience the awe-inspiring landscapes and amazing marine life beneath the surface. Then, you'll see the stunning coral reefs and colorful fish surrounding you while diving in plain sight. Meet the sea turtles if you're lucky. Swim with hundreds of types of colorful fish that are stunning. Continuing your journey to Tanjung Jepun Beach, you also see lionfish, lobsters, parrotfish, clownfish, moray eels, and other beautiful sea creatures. Fill your stomach after the snorkeling with authentic Balinese cuisine next to the beach. They offer delicious culinary delights with a private beach vibe while enjoying a calm and beautiful beach atmosphere at the iconic restaurant Warung Blue Lagoon. The seafood menu is the mainstay of these culinary beach spots. From snorkeling gears, boat transfer, and a lunch menu to showering, changing rooms & lockers are all-inclusive. Once you rinse off after snorkeling and enjoying your lunch meal, get ready to be driven back to the hotel with an air-conditioned shuttle or private vehicle. If you chose an option with private transfers, enhance your experience by adding a tour to a list of places to leverage your transfer time to explore the beauty of Bali more to Ubud, Gate of Heaven or Waterfalls (Tibumana Waterfall & Kanto Lampo) with tickets included.

Bali: South Coast Uluwatu, Tanah Lot, and Jimbaran Day Trip

8. Bali: South Coast Uluwatu, Tanah Lot, and Jimbaran Day Trip

Discover the best of Bali's southern coast on this day tour around the island. Visit the iconic Tanah Lot temple, relax on the sands of Suluban Beach in Uluwatu, and witness an optional traditional Kecak (Balinese fire dance). You can also choose from lunch, massage, and photography add-ons. Benefit from pickup at your hotel with the private tour or pickup from centrally located meeting points on the group tour, and then head to your first stop, Tanah Lot Temple, which is perched on a rock formation overlooking the Indian Ocean. Stop for lunch at the renowned restaurant street (own expense) before heading to Suluban Beach at Blue Point. Enjoy a stroll on the beach's white sands and take in the breathtaking stones and caves. Next, if you have selected the Kecak option, head to Uluwatu Temple, where you can watch Bali's famous kecak (an ancient ritual and fire dance) while the sun sets in the background.  Finish the day with a grilled seafood dinner at Jimbaran Bay (if add-on selected). For private options, you'll be dropped off at your hotel at the end of the day. With the group option, you can make your own way back to your hotel from Jimbaran.

Bali Eat Pray Love Private Tour

9. Bali Eat Pray Love Private Tour

Bali has a deep-seated and singular sense of spirituality that is instantly palpable to all who arrive here. On this special adventure, experience Bali from the eyes of Elizabeth Gilbert, who came to the island at the end of a year-long journey to search for balance and love in her life. Your journey starts with a walk through some of Ubud's tranquil and scenic rice paddy fields with your tour guide. This walk will let you enjoy the cool fresh air and the most gorgeous hillside views in the region. Then visit Intuitive Flow, one of the most beautiful yoga studios with a breathtaking view of the mountains and trees, here take a 1.5-hour yoga class. See the sun rising above Mt Agung in the morning classes and feeling it burn while saluting it, is pure magic. The class is also limited to a small group of 20 participants, giving you a more relaxing and peaceful feeling. Visit one of Bali's most sacred spots and bathe in the holy waters at Tirta Empul. Here, be guided through a spiritual cleansing ceremony by your experienced guide. After finishing the cleansing ritual, visit one of the most famous Ubud-based fortune tellers to complete your spiritual experience and have your life's questions answered. Your journey will not be complete without experiencing the wonderful life of plant-based wonders. There is no better place to have all this healthy, hearty and simply delicious raw and vegan comfort food in Bali. If you happen to take this tour on Sunday, you will also have a chance to visit Ubud Organic Market where you can meet the organic farmers that showcase their finest products ranging from vegetables, fruits jams, soy milks, nuts and chemical free beauty products. Leverage and customize your experience with add-ons, such as polaroid camera photographs, massages, Luwak coffee tasting, jungle swings, rafting, ATV rentals, and a buffet.

Bali: Hidden Canyon, Waterfall & Temples Small Group Tour

10. Bali: Hidden Canyon, Waterfall & Temples Small Group Tour

Embrace the opportunity to don your swimwear, go barefoot, jump, trek, and swim deep into the heart of a hidden Balinese canyon. Travel by air-conditioned minibus to Tegenungan Waterfall, just a stone’s throw from popular Ubud and walk over 100 steps to get up close and personal to the waterfalls. Spend a busy afternoon exploring some of Bali’s best-loved temples. Start off at Goa Gajah, otherwise known as the Elephant Temple. In true Hindi style, this temple is elaborately decorated with otherworldly carvings and taken over by sprawling tree roots akin to Angkor Wat. Next, visit one of the few places in Bali that can compete at the Gunung Kawi Temple. Learn about how it's one of the island’s oldest monuments, a must to experience the history and culture of Indonesia. To get there, pass through the beautiful terraced rice fields that Bali is so famous for. Return to your accommodation with an all-around feel for the island’s nature, cuisine, and architecture.

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I too chose this tour to have some company for the day, and I too ended up being on a solo tour. Kadek, however, was a fantastic tour escort. He was an absolute gentleman, very attentive and respectful the entire time, which allowed me to enjoy the tour 100%. We visited all the mentioned spots and made some impromptu photo stops on the way, too. The lunch restaurant and sunset spot Kadek recommended were both perfect. Even though I would have loved a bit more in-depth information about the history and culture etc, I did get loads of new information. This was by far the best day of my entire stay in Bali. Highly recommended.

The yoga was very eye opening and thought provoking. I was able to practice more flexibility. The whole entire day was awesome. From visiting the temple to the aura cleansing I was amazed. The monkey forest was the cherry on top of it all because it was a great ending to the day. My tour guide was amazing and filled with knowledge for sure. I am grateful to have had this as my first tour for my vacation. Definitely set the bar pretty high for what’s to come.

Had a great trip! Our guide Desa was lovely and even made good pictures of us. Tanat Loh with the amazing sunset was the best! Rice fields and coffee plantage was also one of my favorites. And the waterfall! Can't describe. Just a perfect trip! Got catched up right on time in the morning (the guide was already waiting), got back late at night, full with impressions of the day. Book that trip, it's phenomenal!

Beautiful Tour: despite non optimal weather conditions, we were able to see everything! Perfect Guide: Dana was very nice and helpfull. He explained us many interesting things about traditions in Bali. Very recommended! Francesco and Desiree

Benik was a great guide. He adjusted the day as we went to cater to the little ones, and explained the cultural and historical aspects in a way the was insightful for us and understandable for young children.