Best of Bali I.
11 Days/10 Nights
Overview
For those of us who are searching for the true exotic, who challenge themselves with experiences that are rare and magical yet appreciate service, quality and a unique insight into a destination, Indonesia presents an opportunity to fulfil the ultimate travel experience.
Tour at a Glance
Day 1: Arrival Bali / Transfer Manggis / Overnight Manggis
Day 2: Bali’s Eastern Divine Triangle / Overnight Manggis
Day 3: Snorkeling at Blue Lagoon / Overnight Manggis
Day 4: Visit Kintamani, Besakih, Penglipuran / Overnight Ubud
Day 5: Discovering the Highlights of Ubud / Overnight Ubud
Day 6: Visit Goa Gajah, Tegalalang, Tirta Empul / Overngiht Ubud
Day 7: Alas Kedaton Monkey Forest, Tanah Lot Tour / Overnight Seminyak
Day 8: Day at Leisure / Overnight Seminyak
Day 9: Sunset Over Uluwatu and Kecak Dance / Overnight Uluwatu
Day 10: Day at Leisure / Overnight Uluwatu
Day 11 :Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival Bali – Transfer Manggis
Upon arrival in Bali and exiting after immigration and collecting your luggage, you will be met by our representative and escorted to meet your English-speaking guide. Afterwards, you will be transferred to your hotel in Manggis area for check in and overnight.
Meal included : -
Accommodation : Alila Manggis (Deluxe Room)
Day 02: Bali’s Eastern Divine Triangle
Your journey today starts with a visit to Lempuyang Temple, also known as the "Gateway to Heaven." Perched atop a mountain, this sacred Hindu temple offers awe-inspiring panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscapes and Mount Agung.
Following that, you will explore the enchanting Taman Ujung Water Palace, a royal sanctuary enveloped by lush gardens and tranquil ponds. Wander through the extensive grounds, which showcase bridges, grand pavilions, and waterways. Let the serene ambiance transport you to a bygone era when royalty sought solace and luxury.
Continuing your adventure, you will make a stop at Tirta Gangga, a majestic water palace renowned for its breath-taking fountains, crystal-clear pools, and beautiful gardens. Admire the detailed statues and steppingstones that adorn the landscape while relishing the tranquil atmosphere created by the flowing water. Enjoy a delicious lunch before returning to your hotel.
Approximate duration of the visits
- Lempuyang Temple: 1 hour
- Taman Ujung: 1 hour
- Tirta Gangga: 1 hour
Approximate distance
- From hotel to Lempuyang Temple: 27km / 1 hour
- From Lempuyang Temple to Taman Ujung: 15km / 35 minutes
- From Taman Ujung to Tirta Gangga: 10km / 25 minutes
- From Tirta Gangga to hotel: 21km / 45 minutes
Meal included : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Alila Manggis (Deluxe Room)
Day 03: Snorkeling at Blue Lagoon
This tour is great for all ages, also families who want to do a bit of snorkelling and see a few of Bali’s hidden gems. Snorkelling at Blue Lagoon is one of Bali’s most beautiful places to snorkel with many spots to explore for all levels of confidence and skill set.
Depart to Blue Lagoon Beach, located just northeast of Padangbai in East Bali. With a steep white sand bottom sloping gradually to 22m, Blue Lagoon is renowned for its crystal-clear waters, bright white sandy bottom and delightful corals swarmed by an abundance of brightly coloured fish.
Blue lagoon has some very nice and shallow reefs that are perfect for snorkelling encounters. There are loads to see here from Napoleon wrasse, several kinds of reef shark, stone fish, morays, blue ribbon eels, rays, and stargazers to name just a few. Enjoy this fantastic day trip with stunning snorkeling experiences at Blue Lagoon and have a hearty lunch before you will return to your hotel.
Note: The Snorkelling operator reserve the right to amend the snorkelling sites on spot depending on each guest's snorkelling proficiency. This activity is considered easy and it doesn’t require previous snorkeling experience. Being able to swim will help but it’s not necessary.
Approximate duration of the visits
- Snorkeling Blue Lagoon: 3 hours
Approximate distance
- From hotel to embarking point or vv: 9km / 25 minutes
Meal included : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Alila Manggis (Deluxe Room)
Day 04: Visit Kintamani, Besakih and Penglipuran
Today you will check out and proceed to the village of Kintamani, the best spot, weather permitting, for views of Mount Batur, an active volcano which sits alongside Lake Batur. Scanning the horizon from left to right, you will observe that Kintamani sits on the caldera rim of a huge volcano, and Mount Batur, directly in front of you, is merely a ‘small’ mountain that has been created by thousands of years of volcanic activity. Enjoy a lunch served in a restaurant overlooking the volcano while you ponder on the mighty forces of Mother Nature that created this vista.
One of today’s highlights is the visit to the Hindu Besakih temple, known as the ‘mother temple of Bali’. Over one-thousand years old, the temple is situated at around 1,000 metres on the volcanic slopes of Mount Agung, the island’s largest mountain. Besakih is Bali’s largest temple comprising 23 individual but related temples. Every day pilgrims can be seen praying at this house of worship and, on special ceremonial days, there could be thousands of people here paying their respects to their gods.
Continue to drive to Penglipuran, a well-ordered village surrounded by plantations and bamboo forests. A Bali Aga village, the local community still adhere to the strict rules and regulations (known as the Adat) that were laid down by their ancestors many centuries ago. Tradition and time-honoured ways are still very important here and you will have time to explore this enthralling settlement before moving onto your hotel in Ubud area to check in and overnight.
Approximate duration of the visit:
- Kintamani: 1 hour
- Besakih: 1 hour
- Penglipuran: 45 minutes
Approximate distance
- From hotel to Kintamani: 47km / 1,5 hours
- From Kintamani to Besakih: 23km / 45 minutes
- From Besakih to Penglipuran: 24km / 45 minutes
- From Penglipuran to hotel: 30km / 1 hour
Meal included : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Komaneka at Rasa Sayang (Deluxe Room)
Day 05: Discovering the Highlights of Ubud
Your walk today starts at the north side of Campuhan ridge. The ridge sits between two rivers, the Cerik and Wos, and arguably is one of the best trekking routes around Ubud. This area has been considered a holy place for centuries. Enjoy the peaceful scenery while you walk between the tall green grasses.
Continue south while indulging the scenery of the rice paddy views and farming activities at the nearby villagers until you arrive at Gunung Lebah (small hill) Temple. The temple, a subak temple (dedicated to the regulation of the water used in the rice paddies) was constructed in the 8th century and started the development of the settlement later to become Ubud.
End your walk this morning by hopping on your vehicle before heading onwards to the Royal Palace in the centre of the town. The local royal family still resides in this interesting palace, but you are free to wander around most of the compound, discovering the ornate architecture and learning about the Asta Kosala Kosali tradition of house building, a method not dissimilar to the ancient art of Feng Shui.
Across the street you will find the Ubud Art Market, a great place to find beautiful silk scarves, lightweight shirts, statues, kites, handmade woven bags, baskets or hats and many other hand-crafted goods at a bargain. Most of the goods found at the market are made in the neighbouring villages.
The last stop today is Ubud Monkey Forest, a lush nature reserve and temple complex on the outskirts of Ubud. The forest is home to more than one hundred species of trees, several interesting temples, and hundreds of crab-eating macaque monkeys (*).
Here you can spend a while observing their characteristics and mannerisms before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant and then return to your hotel.
(*) The macaque monkeys here can be a considerable annoyance. Please heed the advice from your guide on the precautions you should take when visiting temples or forests inhabited by monkeys.
This tour is considered easy as it only involves walking on flat surfaces. It is therefore suitable for everyone, regardless of their fitness level. Nonetheless, we suggest starting early to beat the heat.
Approximate duration of the visit:
- Campuhan ridge: 45 minutes
- Ubud palace: 45 minutes
- Ubud art market: 45 minutes
- Ubud monkey forest: 45 minutes
Approximate distance
- From hotel to Campuhan ridge: 1km / 10 minutes
- From Campuhan ridge to Ubud palace: 850m / 10 minutes
- From Ubud palace to Ubud art market: 1km / 10 minutes
- From Ubud art market to monkey forest: 2km / 15 minutes
- From monkey forest to hotel: 900m / 5 minutes
Meal included : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Komaneka at Rasa Sayang (Deluxe Room)
Day 06: Visit Goa Gajah, Tegalalang, Tirta Empul
Today you will visit Goa Gajah near Ubud. Often referred to as the Elephant Cave, it was established in the 9th century as a sanctuary for Buddhist monks. The facade of the cave is noted for its interesting carvings and ornate relief.
Next is a visit to Tegalalang, renowned for its stunning terraced rice fields that are a testament to the traditional Balinese agricultural practices and enjoy lunch in a local restaurant with a unique concept that embraces the beauty of nature.
Continue to Tirta Empul Temple, located a little north of Ubud, this revered temple is also known as Tampak Siring temple and famous among Balinese Hindus for its holy waters which are believed to wash away any bad spirits. Return to your hotel.
Approximate duration of the visit:
- Goa Gajah: 1 hour
- Tegalalang: 1 hour
- Tirta Empul: 1 hour
Approximate distance
- From hotel to Goa Gajah: 5km / 30 minutes
- From Goa Gajah to Tegalalang: 12km / 30 minutes
- From Tegalalang to Tirta Empul: 8km / 30 minutes
- From Tirta Empul to hotel: 16km / 45 minutes
Meal included : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Komaneka at Rasa Sayang (Deluxe Room)
Day 07: Alas Kedaton Monkey Forest – Tanah Lot Tour
Your excursion today begins after checking out from your hotel then drive into Central Bali and small town of Mengwi. Long associated with the Balinese Royal Family, Mengwi is home to the superb temple complex at Taman Ayun. Translating as ‘beautiful garden’ Taman Ayun is considered by many to be one of island’s most attractive temples and is still used today by people from all over Bali for special ceremonies and events.
Next head to Alas Kedaton Monkey Forest. This small forest is populated with giant nutmeg trees and home to hundreds of macaque monkeys (*). Spend a while observing their characteristics and mannerisms before heading south to the island’s most famous temple complex at Tanah Lot.
With its spectacular location, Tanah Lot is an integral part of Balinese mythology and one of seven sea temples that are said to form a ‘chain’ around the island. The temple is only accessible at low tide but despite its offshore location in the Indian Ocean, it features a freshwater spring at its base which is said to contain holy water.
As a result, the temple is extremely sacred and Balinese visit from all over the island to drink the water and splash it over their bodies to cleanse themselves of any bad spirits. The temple’s inner sanctum is located on top of the rocky outcrop and only accessible to Balinese Hindus. You will arrive in time for sunset when photographic opportunities abound while enjoying a refreshing of young coconut.
Hop back in the back of your car and drive to your hotel in Seminyak area for check in and overnight.
(*) The macaque monkeys here can be a considerable annoyance. Please heed the advice from your guide on the precautions you should take when visiting temples or forests inhabited by monkeys.
Approximate duration of the visit:
- Taman Ayun: 45 minutes
- Alas Kedaton: 45 minutes
- Tanah Lot: 45 minutes
Approximate distance
- From hotel to Taman Ayun: 18km / 45 minutes
- From Taman Ayun to Alas Kedaton: 7km / 15 minutes
- From Alas Kedaton to Tanah Lot: 15km / 35 minutes
- From Tanah Lot to hotel: 16km / 1 hour
Meal included : Breakfast
Accommodation : Potato Head Studios (Sunrise Studio)
Day 08: Day at Leisure
Today you have a day at leisure. Spend it by exploring the neighborhood Seminyak area of your resort or simply basking under the sun.
Meal included : Breakfast
Accommodation : Potato Head Studios (Sunrise Studio)
Day 09:Sunset over Uluwatu and Kecak
Get ready to check out from your hotel in time, afterwards you will travel to the southern-most tip of Bali to visit the famous Uluwatu Temple (*). One of seven sea temples that are said to form a ‘chain’ around the island, it is undoubtedly one of the region’s most venerable places of worship. Perched approximately 70 metres above sea level atop a steep cliff, the temple also has one of the most dramatic locations on the island and is the perfect vantage point from which to observe the huge waves as they roll in from the Indian Ocean and crash against the rock face below.
One of the highlights of this excursion is the opportunity to witness a traditional display of Kecak dance, which is regularly performed at Uluwatu. The Kecak dance features up to a hundred male performers who form a circle and sway and chant to hypnotic music. This ritual dance is based on an ancient story from the great Hindu epic, the Ramayana. King Rahwana captures Sita, the wife of Rama and the drama depicts the battle between King Rahwana and the monkey god, Hanuman.
Continue with a short drive to a enjoy a cliffside dining with view overlooking the ocean. Afterwards, transfer to your next hotel for check in and overnight.
(*) Please note there are macaque monkeys at Uluwatu Temple, and they can be a considerable annoyance. Please heed the advice from your guide on the precautions you should take when visiting temples or forests inhabited by monkeys.
Approximate duration of the visit
- Uluwatu Temple: 1 hour
Approximate distance
- From hotel to Uluwatu Temple: 29km / 1,5 hours
- From Uluwatu Temple to Ulu Cliff House: 3km / 10 minutes
- From Ulu Cliff House to hotel: 3km / 15 minutes
Meal included : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Anantara Uluwatu (Ocean View Suite)
Day 10: Day at Leisure
Enjoy your day at your own pace as you soak in the view of the ocean from the convenient of your own room or from hotel’s swimming pool.
Meal included : Breakfast
Accommodation : Anantara Uluwatu (Ocean View Suite)
Day 11: Departure
The day is at leisure until it is time to transfer to the airport to catch your onward flight.
Approximate distance: From hotel to airport: 26 km / 1 hour
Meal included : Breakfast
Accommodation : None
PRICE: The price is subject to your travel dates and the number of people traveling. The itinerary can be customized according to your preferences. Contact us for detailed quotation!
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