Indonesia, Bali

Exploring Balinese Culture 3^*

Welcome to Bali! Upon your arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, you will be greeted by your guide who will take you to the hotel in Sanur.

Rooms will be available from 2:00 PM.

The rest of the day is free for you to rest after the flight, or to start exploring the surroundings on your own.

Overnight at the hotel in Sanur. No meals included.

Breakfast at the hotel.

A free day to enjoy Sanur at your own pace.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Sanur.

Breakfast at the hotel.

After checking out of the rooms, head towards Lovina. Several stops are planned along the way to discover Bali's iconic and must-see sites.

Stop at the famous Tanah Lot temple, undoubtedly the most photographed on the island. This Hindu temple is located on a small rocky island off Bali's west coast. The island is accessible at low tide via a path that emerges from the ocean. Highly sacred to the Balinese, the temple attracts many devotees and visitors.

Continue northwest with a visit to the Mengwi temple, also known as Pura Taman Ayun. Built in the early 17th century by the King of Mengwi, its architecture symbolises the different levels of Balinese cosmology. Surrounded by moats and pretty gardens, the elegant multi-tiered merus are one of the features of the Taman Ayun temple.

Then head towards the Jatiluwih rice terraces located at the foot of Mount Batukaru. These magnificent terraced rice fields stretch as far as the eye can see and are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk along the rice fields on a footpath where you can interact with local farmers and learn more about rice planting and harvesting methods.

Lunch will be served in a local restaurant facing the rice fields.

In the afternoon, continue towards the Lovina region, making a final stop at Bedugul and its Lake Bratan. The lake is home to the iconic Ulun Danu temple, dedicated to the goddess of the waters.

Arrive in Lovina at the end of the day. Check-in at the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel in Lovina.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free morning.

In the afternoon, head towards the village of Banjar to visit the Brahmavihara Arama Buddhist monastery nestled on the hills overlooking Lovina Beach.

Continue to the Banjar hot springs where you can take a dip. Rich in sulphur, they are believed to have benefits, particularly for the skin and joints.

Return to the hotel in Lovina at the end of the day.

Overnight at the hotel in Lovina.

Breakfast at the hotel.

After checking out of the rooms, set off to explore the less-travelled region of Karangasem on Bali's east coast.

First stop at Kintamani to admire the breathtaking view of Mount Batur and its lake. Take a break to enjoy a cup of coffee (at an additional cost) while taking in the stunning panorama.

Lunch included.

Next, head towards the slopes of Mount Agung to reach the Besakih Temple, the largest and most sacred Hindu temple in Bali.

On the way, you can stop at the village of Sibetan and its Salak plantations, also known as snake fruit. Take the opportunity to taste this exotic fruit.

Arrive in Candidasa at the end of the day. Check-in at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Depart early in the morning to explore the Lempuyang Temple when the atmosphere is calmer. This temple is famous for its picturesque setting, notably with its "Gate of Heaven" offering a panoramic view of Mount Agung in the background.

Continue to the Tirta Gangga Water Palace, built in 1948 by the King of Karangasem and once intended as a private bathing place for the royal family.

You will have lunch at a local restaurant on site.

Proceed to the Puri Agung Karangasem, a royal palace built in the 19th century. It features a unique blend of Balinese, European, and Chinese architecture.

The last stop is at Taman Ujung, also known as Taman Soekasada Ujung. Nestled in the village of Seraya, this palace was dedicated as a place of rest and meditation for the King of Karangasem, and also served as a venue for hosting guests and dignitaries visiting the region.

Return to the hotel in Candidasa at the end of the day.

Overnight at the hotel in Candidasa.

Breakfast at the hotel.

After checking out of the rooms, set off to visit the village of Tenganan, home to the Bali Aga people, the island's original inhabitants before the Hindu influences from Java arrived. You can explore the village's primitive architecture and observe the weaving of the "double ikat", a complex technique that produces distinct and colourful patterns.

Lunch included.

Continue to the Bangli Regency to visit the Tukad Cepung Waterfall. Hidden between rocky cliffs, this waterfall is one of the new destinations attracting Instagram enthusiasts.

Transfer to Ubud at the end of the day. Check-in at the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel in Ubud.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Today, explore Ubud and its artistic culture. Meet I Wayan Muka, a talented wooden mask maker. His works, crafted with remarkable precision, are often used in performances. You might have the chance to meet him in person and learn more about his passion.

Get back into your vehicle to head to Gunung Kawi, an archaeological site located in Tampaksiring. Surrounded by rice fields and bordered by the Pakerisan River, a stone staircase leads to the ten shrines known as "candis", intricately carved into the rock.

Continue your journey towards the Tirta Empul temple. Its sacred water springs are renowned for their spiritual healing and purification powers.

Proceed to the Tegalalang rice terraces to stroll along the rice fields and meet local farmers. You can also awaken your inner child by trying one of Bali's famous large swings amidst the rice fields (additional charge applies).

End your day with a visit to the Ubud Monkey Forest. It is renowned for housing a population of long-tailed macaques living freely in lush vegetation.

Return to the hotel in Ubud at the end of the day.

Overnight at the hotel in Ubud.

Breakfast at the hotel.

A free day to enjoy Ubud at your own pace.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Ubud.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free morning. Rooms will be available until 12:00.

Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Denpasar International Airport for your return flight.

Please note: For those booking the 'hotel only' package (without international flights), kindly provide us with your flight details as soon as possible via the contact form located in 'Help and contact' at the bottom of the page, so that we can arrange your transfers.

As indicated, the hotels are classified as 3-star according to local standards. The services provided may not be equivalent to the 3-star standards of French norms.