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| Experience Bali and many of its most beautiful attractions, robust culture and history, and performances and art that show the tradition of Bali. In the most popular towns, get a taste of Bali’s city life, filled with restaurants, museums, beaches, and markets, in addition to the thriving nightlife and stunning views from Balinese hotels. Journey through centuries of temples, religious shrines, secluded rainforests, and fascinating sites that fill the country side and are sprinkled among the quaint villages, where fishing is king and simplicity is a way of life. |
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| This excursion will lead you into the rural heartland of Bali. As you travel inland, notice the drastic change in landscape as you explore a region of Bali that seems to have been missed by modernization. Your first stop on this unique tour is Pura Taman Ayun. Founded by the King of Mengwi in 17th century, this popular temple is famed for its multi tiered shrines. |
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| This day-long tour starts with the famous Barong and Kris Dance show. Find out why it’s so famous, as the performers enact the eternal struggle between good (Barong) and evil (Rangda). Celuk, the center of exquisite silver works, and Mas, known for its fine woodcarvings, a large shrine in honor to the God Indra, and the holy spring of Tirta Empul is all seen throughout this tour. |
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| Head east with us to the Kerta Gosa, or Hall of Justice. Built at Klungkung in the 18th century, this structure is beautifully laid out within a moat and provides an exquisite example of the Klungkung style of painting and architecture. Continue on to Kusamba, a fishing village that engages in salt making and is home to hundreds of colorful outrigger canoes that contrast brilliantly against the black sand beach. |
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| Start the day with a visit to Kerta Gosa, also known as the Hall of Justice. Built in 18th century Klungkung, this highly popular location is home to an extensive collection of priceless ceiling and wall murals. Continue with us through picturesque terraced fields to the Besakih temple. This attraction, locally referred to as a “mother temple," is located on the slope of Bali’s highest volcano, Mount Agung. |
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| Hop into our convertible VW Kuebelwagen (former German Military Car) as we begin this tour by traveling through local villages into Tabanan City. Enjoy the sites and sounds of Balinese daily life as we proceed up the slope of Mount Batukaru. Along the way let us show you a rarely-visited secluded temple in the rainforest. Continue on and see how rice and local spices are cultivated as we walk through the plantations and fields. |
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| Set sail with us across the Badung strait in a 26 meter long catamaran bound for Nusa Lembongan! This day cruise includes snorkeling in Bali’s crystal clear tropical waters, banana boat rides, a Balinese village tour and a delicious buffet lunch with beer and wine included. After lunch, you will have additional time to enjoy the water by swimming or snorkeling. |
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| Shed some light on Bali’s rich culture with a visit to the historic district. Your tour starts in bustling Tohpati and continues to Celuk and Mas. Along the way you’ll have a chance to explore these roadside workshops, giving you a unique opportunity to bring authentic Bali crafts home with you. Later on, travel into Ubud, the “Cultural Heart" of Bali, where fine art galleries display works of both foreign and local artists. |
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| This excursion shows you the must sees of West Bali. Start from Pura Taman Ayun, a huge state temple founded by the King of Mengwi in the 17th century. Surrounded by a wide moat, this awe-inspiring location has three ascending levels containing row after row of ancient shrines. Continue into Alas Kedaton, known as the holy monkey forest, where towering nutmeg trees host a unique local population. |
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| This sunset outing to the southwestern tip of Bali takes you to the Uluwatu Temple. This ancient location is perched atop sheer cliffs that drop straight into the pounding surf 250 feet below. The Uluwatu Temple is one of a select few temples in Bali that was built in 11th century. Frequented by Japanese sages, this location is steeped in mystical tradition. |
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| Join us on this tour and witness a theatrical experience unlike anything you have ever seen. The Cak or Kecak Dance is locally known as the "monkey dance." Originally derived from a sacred sanghyang dance, over the years it has been added to and adapted to incorporate scenes from the Ramayana. The particular story pits the monkey-like Vanara and Prince Rama against the evil King Ravana. |
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