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📍 Denpasar Airport – Umabian (34 km): 1 hr 15mins

Arrive in the afternoon at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar and be warmly greeted by the local guide.

Drive to the village of Umabian, located a few kilometres north of Tabanan, and check into the beautiful hotel for the evening. Designed to resemble a traditional house, the pavilions and guestrooms are laid out in the style of a village compound. Surrounded by rice fields, spectacular views and a swimming pool with the garden this is an ideal place to unwind.

The remainder of the day is free at leisure. Relax in the tropical ambience of the hotel or head out for some independent exploration.

Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight in Umabian.

Inclusions:

🍗 Dinner

📍 Umabian – Taman Ayun Mengwi (5 km): 10mins Taman Ayun Mengwi – Tanah Lot (17 km): 30 mins Tanah Lot – Umabian (19km): 40mins

Morning breakfast and day at leisure. Spend some time relaxing by the pool to enjoy the peaceful view and other resort’s facilities, or take a part with the local activities in the village compound.  Lunch is at leisure.

In the afternoon, meet with the guide and driver and pay a visit to the Royal Taman Ayun Temple in Mengwi. This temple is known for its unique multi-roofed structures and beautiful setting -a perfect introduction to Balinese architecture. 

Later in the afternoon, drive to the famous sea temple of Tanah Lot for sunset. One of Bali’s most photographed sea temples, which perfectly captures the island’s romantic essence. Its name, meaning "Land in the Sea," reflects its stunning offshore setting. The silhouette of Pura Tanah Lot is an iconic symbol of Bali—a temple perched atop a rocky outcrop, overlooking the vast ocean. As waves crash below and the sky transforms with the hues of dusk, the scene becomes even more magical, illuminated by the fading glow of the setting sun.

Return to the hotel for dinner and spend the rest of the evening at leisure. 

Overnight in Umabian.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Umabian – Jatiluwih (22 km): 30 mins Jatiluwih – Bedugul (22 km): 45mins Bedugul – Munduk (20 km): 40 mins

Morning breakfast and check out from the hotel. Start the day with a scenic drive up the slopes of a volcano for a visit to the UNESCO listed Jatiluwih. Located on a slope near the holy mountain of Batukaru, the area is known as the rice granary of Bali, and is one of the best examples of Subak style rice farming in Bali. Enjoy the fantastic panoramic views of rice terraces below, be sure to snap a few photos. 

Afterward, head on a one-hour walk through the rice fields for a close-up look at the verdant paddies and the colorful locals who tend to them. Afterwards, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with beautiful views.

Next, drive on towards Bedugul and visit its market for a look at the incredibly tropical fruits, vegetables, spices and flowers there -many of which cannot be seen anywhere else in the world. Then, head to Ulun Danu Temple -one of the most photographed places in Bali. The temple was built in the middle of the lake, which gives the impression that the temple is floating.

Continue the drive to Munduk via a high road with amazing views over the ‘Twin Lakes”, Tamblingan and Buyan. The driver will certainly make a photo stop at a viewpoint along the way for the spectacular panoramic views that can be enjoyed here.

Arrive in the hotel in Munduk for check in and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

Dinner is served in the hotel. Overnight in Munduk.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Munduk – Brahmavihara Arama (35 km): 1hr 10mins Brahmavihara Arama – Banjar Hot Spring (3.2km): 8mins Banjar Hot Spring - Lovina Beach (10.5km): 25mins

Munduk is the ideal location for outdoor activities due to its lush tropical rainforests, beautiful waterfalls and relatively cool temperatures due to higher elevation (20-25°C). Because of the unique climate and abundance of rainfall, many fruits, vegetables, and spices are grown in the area as well - which contributes to its ‘Garden of Eden’ feel. 

In the morning after breakfast, enjoy a pleasant two-hour trekking adventure around Munduk to explore its three major waterfalls and several plantations including coffee, cloves and local spices. 

Return back to the resort, refresh and check out the hotel then proceed for the Northern Coast of Bali towards the coastal town of Seirit. A stop will be made along the way to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

A stop will be made to Brahmavihara Arama, the only Buddhist monastery in Bali, which, in addition to being interesting in its own right, is also known for having spectacular views over Bali’s north coast. Then head to the nearby Banjar Hot Springs for some time to relax in its therapeutic waters surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a unique cultural atmosphere.

Arrive Lovina Beach, a popular resort area famed for its black sand beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and stunning temples.  Stretching across several villages within two districts of Buleleng Regency, Lovina is actually a collection of smaller beaches.  The calm waters, tranquil black sands, and lively nightlife scene offer a taste of North Bali's unique charm.

Check in at the hotel, the reminder of the day at leisure.

Dinner and overnight stay in Lovina.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Lovina – Beji Temple in Sangsit (17 km): 30 mins Lovina – Beji Temple in Sangsit (16km): 33mins Sangsit – Kintamani Mt Batur (50km): 1hr 30mins Mt Batur – Besakih Temple (18.2km): 33mins Besakih – Sidemen (20km): 40mins

Morning breakfast and check out the hotel, we’ll leave Lovina and drive to the northern coast of Bali. 

Passing the city of Singaraja and continuing to the small village of Sangsit to visit Beji Temple, a stunning 15th-century temple from the Majapahit era. A Subak Temple, dedicated to Dewi Sri, the goddess of rice and fertility, acts as a crucial subak temple for local farmers to pray for prosperous harvests. Its weathered structures contrast beautifully with manicured lawns and tropical gardens. It's a great stopover for lovers of art and ancient architecture.    

Continue on a remote mountain road linking the small coastal village of Kubu Tambahan in the North coast to Kintamani, a volcanic region where Mt Batur stands with breathtaking views. Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by the high walls of the crater rim

Upon arrival at Kintamani, take some time to enjoy the area’s impressive panoramic views. Although Mt Batur (1,717 m) is not the tallest volcano in Bali, it is the most active and is surrounded by an impressive caldera. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with sweeping views over Lake Batur. 

Then continue driving to reach the famous Besakih Temple by mid-afternoon. Known as the ‘Mother Temple’ of Bali, the temple is located on the western slopes of Mt Agung, Bali’s tallest volcano (2,567 m). Besakih is the largest and most religiously important temple on the island. As such, it’s also a fantastic place to see some of the local traditions.  

Afterward, continue the drive over scenic roads to reach the small countryside village of Sidemen for check-in late this afternoon to a selected hotel. 

Dinner and overnight stay in Sidemen.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Sidemen – Tirta Gangga (35 km): 1 hr Tirta Gangga – Amed (21 km): 40 mins

In the morning, after breakfast, checkout from the hotel before the start of the “Balinese Daily Life” program. 

Upon arrival at the village, meet with the local Balinese villagers and receive a traditional conical hat and bamboo walking stick. These will come in handy on a one-hour walking trip through the area’s rice fields. Next, try to walk the walk of a Balinese farmer by trying to plow the rice fields behind a buffalo and planting rice seedlings. Be rewarded for this hard work with a cold fresh coconut. 

After the farming experience, take part in four short workshops, 20 minutes each: a cooking lesson, offering palm-leaf decoration, arak (a Balinese rice wine) distillation, and ironworking. 

After a hard day’s ‘work’, settle down and enjoy a proper Balinese lunch served in the village.

Say goodbye to the villagers and then head off by car for a visit to Tirta Gangga. Meaning 'water of the Ganges', this sacred water palace was built in the early twentieth century by the last king of Karangasem. It boasts many decorative ponds , fountains, lush plant life, and natural bathing pools. Take some time to wander the grounds of the stunning temple complex and soak up its soothing atmosphere. 

Continue to Amed, a quiet seaside village that offers amazing fishing, snorkeling, and diving at a nearby reef on a black rocky beach. En route, make a stop at a traditional salt mining farm. 

Upon arrival in Amed, check in to the hotel and enjoy dinner at leisure.

Overnight in Amed.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Amed – Seraya Peninsula – Ujung Palace (40 km): 2hr (only accessible by small vehicles) Ujung Palace – Sanur (31.8 km): 55mins

In the morning, after a leisurely breakfast, hop on a traditional Perahu motorized boat and head out for a snorkeling trip off the coast of Amed to explore the famously calm and clear waters filled with colorful tropical fish and abundant coral reefs. 

The rest of the morning and lunch are at leisure in Amed.

In the early afternoon, depart for an unforgettable drive along one of the most spectacular roads in all of Bali. Driving along the remote Seraya Peninsula is a truly spectacular experience. Following a narrow road, one side will be graced by the outline of Mt Seraya Volcano (1,238m) and the driest landscapes of all Bali while the other side boasts impressive cliffs overlooking a clear blue sea lined with traditional East-Bali fishing boats.

This two-hour drive around the Seraya Peninsula, only accessible by small vehicles, passes by unspoiled Balinese villages before arriving at Ujung Water Palace, located on the south-eastern coast of Bali near Amlapura.  

A stop will be made to this water palace to break the distance stretch to Taman Ujung and Kusamba Beach. 

Dated back in 1919, Taman Ujung Water Palace is a complex, nestled against the backdrop of Mount Agung and the eastern coastline, features a series of expansive pools and historic structures. Blending Balinese and European architectural styles, the complex comprises three large ponds connected by graceful bridges and pathways. 

Kusamba Beach, a serene black-sand beach in East Bali, is unique for its nearly millennium-old traditional salt farms.  Visitors can observe local villagers employing time-honored methods, carrying seawater in palm leaf buckets and spreading it on the sun-baked sand to crystallize.  The harvested salt is then processed in nearby huts.  These salt farms, along with fishing, support the local community. 

Proceed to Sanur, dinner at leisure and overnight stay in Sanur.
 

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Sanur – Denpasar Airport (14.6km): 45mins

Morning breakfast and day at leisure to enjoy the resort’s facilities or self-exploration the beautiful surroundings until departure time. 

Afterward, transfer to a selected south Bali beach hotel (not included) or to Denpasar Airport to catch your international flight.
 

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast