Full day tours

Description

Prices not included: meals, entrance fee and personal expenses

BLT 01: Kintamani (volcano) tours
Price: Rp 350.000/person;
Departure: 08.15 a.m. (Approx. 08 hours).

We will see numerous aspects of Balinese life, such as: Barong and Kris performance at Batubulan, Gold and silverworks at Celuk, fine woodcarvings at Mas and Balinese paintings at Ubud. A visit to a local family compound will give us a new perspective on the way of life of this friendly people. Afterwards, We will pass superb views of terraced rice fields in Tegal Lalang that lead us to the Holy Spring temple of Sebatu, where local people purify themselves. The mountain road passes through coffee and tangerine plantations, until Kintamani, a mountain village lies at 1400 meters above sea level. There is a breathtaking view to the still active volcano and Lake Batur from this rim edge village.

BLT 02: Besakih The Mother Temple Tour

Price: Rp 350.000/person;
Departure: 08.30 a.m. (Approx. 08 hours)

Besakih Temple perched high on the slope of Mount Agung, 3142 meters, the highest peak of Bali, thus it is considered to be the holiest place in Bali. This is Bali’s Mother Temple, the biggest, the most important and the holiest temple on this island. On the way to get there, we will stop at Tohpati, the center of Balinese hand weaving and hand made Batik process. Then we will proceed to Klungkung, the old capital of Bali (1740-1908), to see the Court of Justice (Kerta Gosa), and the Floating Pavilion (Bale Kambang), whose murals are decorated by the best examples of classical Balinese painting. Afterwards, we will stop at Bukit Jambul, ‘the crested hill’ with nice view of terraced rice fields. On the way back, we will visit the Elephant Cave (Goa Gajah), an ancient Hindu-Buddhist hermitage dated from XI century.

BLT 04: Karangasem, The Magic of East Coast
Price: Rp 425.000/person;
Departure: 08.30 a.m. (Approx. 09 hours).

We will stop briefly at Tegenungan Waterfalls, situated near a soft volcanic stone (paras) quarries with nice view to the river, before continuing the trip to Kusamba, the fishing village and salt maker village, and The Bat Cave (Goa Lawah) with thousands of undulating fruit bats covering every space available on its wall. Afterwards we will proceed to Candidasa, a beach resort, and to Tenganan Pagringsingan Village, the aboriginal Balinese with thousand year traditions and rituals still well preserved until the present day. Our tour to this easternmost region is not complete without visits to The Grand Palace (Puri Agung) Kanginan of Karangasem, which combines Balinese, Chinese and European elements; and Tirta Gangga (The Water of Ganges), the royal bathing pools fed by natural springs.

BLT 05: Bedugul - Singaraja Tour
Price: Rp 425.000/person;
Departure: 08.00 a.m. (Approx. 10 hours).

This long tour is arranged in order to appreciate the natural beauty of Bali in a tranquil and peaceful ambiance (and not so tourist). At first, we will explore Bedugul area, a mountain resort lies over 1.000 meters above sea level. We will stop at Ulun Danu Bratan Temple. Built on a promontory surrounded by lake’s water, this holy place is dedicated to Dewi Danu, The Goddess of Water. Afterwards, we will stop at colourful local market that displays many kinds of tropical fruits, vegetables, flowers and spices. Then we proceed to Bali’s Botanical Garden (Kebun Raya), with large collection of plants from all over the world, set in lovely garden and well-manicured lawns, a peaceful refugee from daily activities in a bustling city. Continuing the trip, we leave for North Bali, with a brief stop for a refreshing bath at Git Git Waterfalls, set amidst lush verdant valley. We will pass through Singaraja, Bali’s colonial capital (1848-1953) and Lovina Beach, a beach resort with sprawling hotels and restaurants set in a long black sandy beach. On the way back, we will stop at
Banjar hot spring and at Pupuan, to get a close look at coffee, clove and cocoa plantations, while around Belimbing, we will see endless picturesque terraced rice fields along the way home.

BLT 06: Mengwi – Bedugul - Alas Kedaton - Tanah Lot Tour

Price: Rp 425.000/person;
Departure: 08.30 a.m. (Approx. 10 hours).

Firstly we will stop at Mengwi, to visit the magnificent royal family temple of Taman Ayun (XVII century), surrounded by an artificial moat, then we will explore Bedugul area, a mountain resort lies over 1.000 meters above sea level. We will stop at Ulun Danu Bratan Temple. Built on a promontory surrounded by lake’s water, this holy place is dedicated to Dewi Danu, The Goddess of Water. Afterwards, we will stop at colourful local market that displays many kinds of tropical fruits, vegetables, flowers and spices. Then we proceed to Bali’s Botanical Garden (Kebun Raya), with large collection of plants from all over the world, set in lovely garden and well-manicured lawns, a peaceful refugee from daily activities in a bustling city. Continuing the trip, we will proceed to
Alas Kedaton, the fruit bats and monkey forest. With a small bag of peanuts, we will make many new friends here. Our next stop is the marine temple of Tanah Lot, which appears in every brochure on Bali. This lovely temple was built on a promontory offshore, truly a perfect setting to watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting).