Cycling Bali’s Remote East Coast

📍 Transfer from Denpasar Ngurah Rai international Airport to Ubud (40 km): 1 hour 20 minutes

Om Swasti! Welcome to Bali!

Upon arrival to Denpasar’s Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide and driver will be waiting to provide transport to the hotel in Ubud. After checking in, relax by the pool before having a briefing with the guide. Begin assembling the bikes and prepare for the following days’ rides. 

Additional cost for bike rental:
A bike hire is available at an additional cost of 17USD per bike per day.

Dinner at hotel

Overnight in Ubud

Inclusions:

🍗 Dinner

📍 Cycling distance up to: 30 km Shuttle available anytime with a support private A/C vehicle Difficulty: Very Easy

After breakfast at the hotel, head out in the morning to explore the surrounding rice paddies and off-road trails near Ubud. Stop along the way for a local lunch and return to Ubud in time to relax by the pool in the afternoon. Alternatively, there is a chance to take an optional rafting ride nearby (at an additional cost); please see the program below. For those who would prefer to stay in town, spend the afternoon exploring Ubud, Bali’s art capital, with its markets, shops, and galleries, or head into a nearby spa for a traditional Balinese massage. 

Bali is also famous for its nightlife. From jazz clubs and Balinese dancing to puppet shows and a range of restaurants and bars, there’s an endless selection of entertainment. 

Optional: Ayung River Rafting
Pick up will be at the hotel (12:00) for the 30-minute transfer to the river. Upon arrival, meet the rafting guides and suit up with helmets, life jackets, and paddles. A ‘dry bag’ will be provided for clothes.  After a safety briefing and learning how to properly use the paddles, it’s time to hit the waters. 

The paddle route covers 14 kilometers along the Ayung River (4 passengers + 1 guide per raft), taking approximately 2 hours. The trip is divided into two parts with a rest stop on the riverbanks at the halfway point. The water is clear and the route is surrounded by spectacular forests and towering cliffs. After completing the rafting experience, enjoy a buffet-style Indonesian dinner with stunning views of the river and surrounding hills. There are shower and toilet facilities available. 

Note: We recommend wearing shorts and swimming gear, hat and sunscreen. Bring a change of clothes for after the rafting. 

Price will be advised on arrival day

Dinner at leisure (unless rafting)

Overnight in Ubud
 

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

📍 Transfer from Ubud to Kintamani (33km): 1 hour Cycling distance up to: 55 km Shuttle available anytime with a support private A/C vehicle Difficulty: Hard

After breakfast at the hotel, transport will be provided to the starting point of the day’s ride in the Kintamani area.

Today’s cycling will run from Mt. Batur volcano between the Agang and Agung volcanoes before hitting the northeast coast of the island. Take a track downhill crossing high altitude pine forests, observing the change in climate and vegetation. The descent to the north east of the island offers outstanding views of the coast whilst crossing cashew nut plantations.

Finish the day at the seaside fishing village of Amed with its black sand beach and bay filled with traditional “prahu” fishing boats.

Lunch will be served en route. 

Dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight in Amed

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Transfer Taman Ujung – Hotel (27 km): 40 minutes Cycling distance up to: 35 km Snorkeling: 2 hours Shuttle available anytime with a support private A/C vehicle Difficulty: Medium

This morning, after a leisurely breakfast, embark on a traditional perahu motorized boat for a snorkeling trip off the coast of Amed. Explore the calm seas and soak up the tropical fish that frequent the area.

This afternoon, jump back on the bikes and ride along the north coast passing more fishing villages. The road has a number of ups and downs and boasts an outstanding view of the sea and the Seraya hill. Continue the ride until reaching the Ujung Water Palace located on the southeastern coast of Bali near Amlapura.

Spend some time visiting the palace, which was originally built in 1919. The 1963 explosion of Mount Agung destroyed most of the palace but over the years it has been painstakingly reconstructed to its former glory. 

After the visit, transfer back to the hotel. Both lunch and dinner will be included at local restaurants. 

Overnight in Amed

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Transfer Perasi Beach – hotel (8 km): 15 minutes Cycling distance up to: 50 km Shuttle available anytime with a support private A/C vehicle Difficulty: Medium

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, begin on the slopes of the Agung volcano, riding through lush vegetation and beautiful rice terraces. After passing through picturesque Selat Village, stop for a visit to the century-old Water Palace of Tirta Gangga. Lunch will be served en route. 

Continue off road, passing through small villages until reaching one of the most beautiful white sand beaches of Bali. Take time to relax by the beach with a fresh coconut drink. 

After relaxing on the beach, a short transfer will be provided to the nearby hotel.

Dinner at local restaurant

Overnight in Candidasa
 

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Transfer Klungkung - Sanur (46 km): 1 hour 30 minutes Cycling distance up to: 50km Shuttle available anytime with a support private A/C vehicle Difficulty: Easy

After breakfast at the hotel, there will be a short transfer to the starting point of the day’s ride. Cycling through the easternmost part Bali, visit Tenganan, home of the Bali Aga, the original inhabitants of Bali. This village has remained almost unchanged for hundreds of years. Continue passing small villages lined with local plantations. 

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue riding to the Klungkung Regency area. Pay a visit to Kertagosa, one of the best preserved parts of the Klungkung Palace and an excellent example of traditional Balinese architecture.  

After the visit there will be a short transfer to the hotel in Sanur.

Dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight in Sanur
 

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Transfer from Sanur to Ngurah Rai Airport (17km): 30 minutes

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the morning at leisure. Transport will be provided to the airport for the onward flight.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast