Highlights of Ubud & Monkey Forest
Hop out into the delights of Ubud with this half day tour. Begin by visiting Bali Palace, the official residence of Bali’s royal family, and a fascinating example of Balinese history and architecture. Head onwards to the ARMA, or Agung Rai Museum of Art, which is dedicated to promoting Indonesian art and culture, including traditional dance forms and musical performances using the bronze percussion instruments of gamelan. The museum is set within beautiful landscaped gardens with zen water features. Head onwards to the sacred Monkey Forest, which conserves rare plants, promotes spiritual well being with its onsite temple, and has plenty of monkeys! Afterwards, stroll the streets of Ubud to enjoy the local wares, including food, clothing, and art.(Half Day; Private activity & transfer; Travel time to activity: 15 mins; Duration: 3 hrs; Fitness level: Easy)
Rice Field Walk in Ubud
Discover a vibrant artists colony! In the morning, set out to experience the fascinating traditional life of rural Bali. Walk past lush green rice paddies and quaint vistas lined flanked by charming homesteads and large farms. Ubud has been the center of Bali’s art and cultural scene for more than a century! Meet artists and artisans and witness how they use their skills to craft the most exquisite pieces. If you are lucky, you might just be invited home! Discover facets of Hindu culture as you speak to the local people and explore the complex irrigation system of Bali during your tour.(Half Day; Private Activity & Transfer; Travel time to activity: 30 mins; Duration: 3 hrs; Fitness level: Easy; If you have a preference for timing, please tell your travel consultant at the time of booking, otherwise our team will schedule the tour at the best available time. Please bring comfortable walking shoes, suntan lotion and your hat.)
Encounter with a Master Healer
Learn the art of ‘Pranala’ from a Master! Spend time with a master healer — Tjokorda Gede Rai, who deftly blends the traditional and the modern to offer you a fresh perspective on life. Soak in the wisdom and knowledge offered by the Master as he guides you to lead a harmonious life. Learn special gestures and movements to correct imbalances in your body and mind and heal your soul. This fascinating healing system emphasizes development through the balancing and lively integration of opposites. The transformative encounter is sure to teach you handy techniques that you will carry through your life.
Mt. Batur Sunrise Trek & The Holy Spring of Tirta Empul
Catch the sunrise over Mt Batur with an early morning trek to the peak. You will leave your hotel around 3am and reach the starting point of the trek after a 1 hour drive. The climb up to the peak takes 60-90 minutes and the final stretch is quite steep. Experience a breath-taking view of the sunrise and a panoramic view of the valley and Lake Batur below. Coffee or tea as well as a light breakfast can be had at the peak. After your climb down, energize your body and mind with a swim in the hot springs at the shore of Lake Batur before visiting the Tirta Empul Palace, a holy spring water temple at Tampak Siring Village where you can watch Balinese Hindus purifying their souls. (Full Day 3AM till noon, Private Activity & Transfer; Fitness Level: Moderate-Difficult; Please bring warm clothing for the trek at dawn as well as bathing suits. Torches will be provided).
