Beautiful Bali
Experience Overview
Travel to Bali and discover Indonesia's beautiful island escape. Dotted with small, character-filled villages, smouldering volcanoes rising out of lush rich fields, paradisical beaches and colourful reefs, Bali is everybody’s favourite getaway for a reason! Conquer the slopes of simmering Mt Batur, explore an underwater world in Bali Barat National Park, feast on delicious local cuisine and enjoy moments of absolute peace in Pura Ulun Danu Bratan – a Hindu–Buddhist lake temple dedicated to the goddess of the waters. Fall in love with the warmth of the people, the ornate customs and welcoming culture that are synonymous with beautiful Bali.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Balinese culture by tucking into lots of delicious street food, meeting songket weavers, witnessing a traditional Kecak dance performance and visiting a Hindu-Buddhist island temple.
- Hike to the summit of Mt Batur for a truly dazzling sunrise view that stretches across the Lombok Strait, all the way over to the peaks of Mt Rinjani.
- Escape the tourists (and the heat!) in the lovely, peaceful village of Undisan, which sits in the lush Balinese hills.
- Walk through the lush green surroundings of Ubud – Bali’s cultural heart – and gain an insight into daily village life.
- Cycle, hike and snorkel – this trip is steeped in outdoor activities. Don’t worry, there's also plenty of free time to relax, bathe in hot springs or laze on the beach.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2674
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Local van,Private vehicle,Boat,Bicycle
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: TISA
Starts: Ubud, Indonesia
Finishes: Sanur, Indonesia
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Average
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (8), Lunch (3), Dinner (2)Accommodation: Hotel (7 nights) Homestay (1 night)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $979 ($109 /day)
Itinerary
Om Swastiastu! Welcome to Ubud, Bali's largest Hindu town and cultural heart. Your adventure officially kicks off with a welcome meeting at 6 pm where you’ll meet your group leader and travel companions. If you arrive early, you might like to wander the traditional market stalls near the centre of town, pop into a local café or stretch out your muscles after your flight with a spot of yoga at one of the Zen studios in town. After your meeting, maybe head out for a group meal at one of the delicious local restaurants.
Accommodation:
- Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
Start the day with a guided walking tour around Ubud with your local leader. Gain an insight into daily village life as you pass lush rice fields, an alang alang valley (type of wild grass used to make the roof of traditional buildings) and stop by a Balinese home for coffee and experience the traditional Balinese offering. The walk ends in central Ubud, where you'll have time to explore the many cafes, galleries and shops on your own. In the evening, sit down and enjoy a traditional Kecak dance performance. Driven not by musical instruments, but by human chanting, this fascinating theatrical performance is considered a highlight by many of our travellers.
Included Activities:
- Ubud - Campuhan Ridge & Village walk
- Bali - Kecak Fire Dance
- Ubud - Home visit, local coffee & Balinese offering
Optional Activities:
- Ubud - Saraswati Temple Lotus Garden (50000 IDR)
- Ubud - Whitewater rafting (750000 IDR)
Accommodation:
- Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
Today you’ll explore the area from a different angle – from the saddle of a bike. Head out on a tour through backstreets, villages and rice fields. It’s a relatively easy ride – much of the route is downhill – and there will be plenty of opportunities to stop for photos or a brief rest. You’ll also stop to check out some small, intricately carved temples, before concluding your bike tour back in Ubud. After refuelling with lunch, head for the hills to the village of Undisan. Set against a backdrop of Bali's highest peak, Mt Agung, the peaceful village of Sidemen is proof that Bali still has some pockets that are untouched by tourism.
Included Activities:
- Ubud - Bayung Gede (Kahyangan) Village to Tampak Siring cycling tour
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Take a morning walk around Undisan's rice terraces, visiting the craftspeople of the traditional trade, village temples and enjoy a traditional 'bungkus' lunch. The walk is a great chance to take in the beautiful scenery before you make tracks to Sibetan Village. You’ll be given a special welcome by the chief of the village, then check into your homestay accommodation before enjoying some free time in the afternoon. You might like to explore the traditional village a little or simply just relax and take in the atmosphere here. Alternatively, you could take on an optional cooking class and learn the secret ingredients and spices of the traditional cuisine here. This evening, you’ll enjoy some time spent with the locals and be treated to a typical dinner of salak (snake fruit), prepared for you by the villagers.
Included Activities:
- Undisan - Village tour
- Undisan - Traditional Village Lunch
Optional Activities:
- Local community cooking class (150000 IDR)
Accommodation:
- Homestay (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, take a guided walk through an ancient Salak Plantation with the opportunity to interact with the local community. Here, you’ll see cultural heritage plants – the remains of a white mango tree which was first planted in Sibetan in the 16th century and a Jaka Moding Plant (a type of palm tree). You’ll tuck into Tipat Blayag (Rhombus) for lunch (rice wrapped in young coconut leaves), combined with side dishes of chicken and vegetables. After exploring the village, you’ll continue by car for a journey higher into the mountains, driving along the crater rim road to a fishing village on the edge of Lake Batur. Volcanic Mt Batur (1717 m) sits inside a stark and spectacular caldera and with Lake Batur below, it's a stunning sight. The lake supports the local fishing industry, while many of the villagers work as guides for the volcano climb. Your accommodation for the evening is in a great location to start tomorrow's early morning trek without extra travelling time.
Included Activities:
- Sibetan - Salak community plantation walk
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
You’ll wake up bright and early at around 3 am this morning to begin the walk to the summit of Mt Batur in order to reach the top before sunrise. Trust us, it’s worth the effort. On a clear morning, it's possible to see all the way across the Lombok Strait to the peaks of Lombok's Mt Rinjani. The view of the gorgeous sunrise over the valleys of Bali may well be the most memorable part of your trip. Do keep in mind, however, that the weather can be unpredictable and sometimes the view is obscured by clouds. After descending the volcano, there's an option to soak in hot springs with fantastic views over the lake and caldera. Then make the journey from the mountains to the small coastal town of Lovina, made famous by its dolphins that patrol the coast. It's also a great spot for fine food, traditional massages and yoga – just what the doctor ordered after today’s epic mountain climb.
Included Activities:
- Mt Batur - Sunrise volcano climb
Optional Activities:
- Mt Batur - Hot springs (280000 IDR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Explore a traditional market in the morning, then head out on a day of snorkelling among Menjangan Island’s coral reef, which is part of the Bali Barat National Park. On the way back from your undersea adventure, you’ll stop for a soak at Banjar Hot Springs – a small spring popular with locals. In the afternoon, stop for a cup of coffee at Global Kafe – a diner whose profits support the Global Village Foundation, providing wheelchairs and mobility aids for people with disabilities and assisting those with illnesses with their medical costs. Tonight, head to Ibu Wayan's to learn about Balinese cuisine before sitting down to a home-cooked meal.
Included Activities:
- Lovina - Banjar Hot Springs
- Lovina - Global Kafe Visit
- Lovina - Menjangan Island Reef snorkelling tour
- Lovina - Seririt Market visit
Optional Activities:
- Lovina - Yoga class (150000 IDR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Wave goodbye to Lovina and make our way to Sanur. Along the way, visit Gitgit waterfall and Lake Bratan before continuing to Sanur, where you’ll have a free afternoon. Maybe go for a stroll along Bali's first beachfront walk, watch the fishermen in the shallows or kick back and relax at one of the beachside restaurants. Get a feel for the traditions and local customs which are well maintained here. Ancient temples are also easily accessible – just a short distance away from the beach.
Included Activities:
- Bedugul - Pura Ulun Danu Bratan Temple
- Gitgit - Waterfall walk
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Your trip comes to an end after breakfast today. You may like to stay on for a few extra days to make the most of your visit here. You may want to take a surfing lesson, bike tour or one of the many other activities on offer. If you need to organise additional accommodation, just get in touch with your booking agent.
Optional Activities:
- Balinese Massage (175000 IDR)
- Sanur - Yoga Lesson (150000 IDR)
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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Reviews
Bronwen Sian - Traveled, April 2024
This Bali trip exceeded my expectations after experiencing busy Ubud. A perfect balance of adventure and fun and exploration. Well organised with great guides, we thoroughly enjoyed our first experience with Intrepid
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/29/2024
Janet - Traveled, April 2024
The pace, stays, excursions are excellent I highly recommend this tour and company.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/27/2024
Wing Si Selina - Traveled, April 2024
My first time travelling with Intrepid. I had not used them before because they were slightly more expensive, but given their ethos of travel, focus on supporting local communities and how well the guides ran the trips, I would highly recommend them to anyone sitting on the fence.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/26/2024
Sandra - Traveled, April 2024
The Beautiful Bali trip was an incredible experience to discover the real Bali and learn about the island. An exceptionally well organised trip covering a wide range of activities and sights led by a superb guide called Guna who was very knowledgeable..
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/27/2024
Pamela - Traveled, April 2024
Wonderful Immersive Experience! Highly recommend Beautiful Bali trip. Fantastic itinerary, Guna was a truly amazing caring guide, well organized and met a wonderful group of people. Trip of a lifetime. Thank-you Intrepid!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/26/2024
Kate - Traveled, April 2024
Great way to see a lot of Bali easily with parts that are a little off mainstream.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/20/2024
Shelby - Traveled, April 2024
I was alittle hesitant with a tour for my trip to Bali but I’m glad I did it. Saw soo much and gained so many new friends I’m sure I’ll have for life. Highly recommend especially for new places.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/20/2024
Joan - Traveled, April 2024
Beautiful Bali was just that! We had so much fun snorkeling, river rafting, hiking Mt Batur, visiting the Hidden Garden Teas/Coffee & Cocoa during a rainforest down pour. Tours of the rice fields on bikes and foot were delightfully green! We got to taste home cooking Bali style along with our welcoming Homestay. So many fun memories of laughter, singing & dancing...I love Bali!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/15/2024
David - Traveled, April 2024
I can't say enough about this trip - It's an incredible value, full of life-changing experiences and things to see and do. Big shout-out to Lena our fearless leader who made it extra special!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/12/2024
Beth - Traveled, April 2024
Had a brilliant trip covered so much of Bali in such a short space of time. Saw things I never would have otherwise, tried so many local foods even fruits I’d never heard of. The minibus driving us round was nice and spacious with good air conditioning. Wayan and Komang were great leaders
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/21/2024
Sandra - Traveled, April 2024
I would highly recommend this tour for variety if activities and understanding the Balinese culture with a view to protecting the environment and supporting local peoples
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/18/2024
Margaret - Traveled, April 2024
Beautiful Bali was indeed a fabulous guided tour of authentic Balinese culture, blended with plenty of time for rest, relaxation, loads of hydro therapy and delicious fresh healthy food, pure fruit juices and many low cost professional massages. Our guides Wayan and Kormang were outstanding with their care and perfect organisation skills. They were also very entertaining!! The accommodation was a blend of rustic home stay to boutique hotels or resorts with lush pool areas . Thank you again guys for all your hard work in making the trip so enjoyable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/17/2024
Shebna - Traveled, April 2024
This trip was amazing! We really got a wonderful taste of Bali. Our leader, Abraham, was wonderful, knowledgeable, and caring. I would totally recommend this trip to those who want to really experience all sides of Bali.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/22/2024
John - Traveled, April 2024
This was the first time we had used Intrepid for any sort of holiday/tour and cannot fault them in that information provided was clear and in accordance with expectations from the travel information provided when we booked our holiday. Would highly recommend to anyone considering this type of tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/17/2024
Soraya - Traveled, April 2024
This trip was packed with experiences I never would have found on my own. I especially loved the focus on experiencing the authentic Balinese way of life. It made the whole experience so much richer. Lots of fun activities as well - early hiking and amazing snorkeling. Our guide, Lena, was an absolute gem. She was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and always made sure we felt comfortable and safe.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/16/2024
Anna - Traveled, April 2024
Brilliant, amazing, wonderful. Think of the best word you know. Double it. This trip was like that!!! Don’t think twice. Book it now!!! You won’t regret it!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/09/2024
David - Traveled, March 2024
A good trip with a mix of included activities. the food in bali is great. Accommodation on the whole is good, although Intrepid now seem include a shocker of hotel where you will not want to sleep. If you do book this trip i would recommended extra time at the start or end as the trip does not visit everywhere. make sure you go to Nusa Penida, some of the best beaches in the world. Lombok and Gill Islands are worth staying on for too
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/14/2024
Brendan - Traveled, March 2024
A great way to experience Bali and appreciate Balinese culture. The perfect balance of included and optional activities, allowing free time. The Mount Batur sunrise hike and local homestay we're just a couple of my favourite parts of the trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/02/2024
Maddison - Traveled, April 2024
I chose to visit Bali with a friend and wanted to see less of the beach front tourism and more cultural experiences. This was definitely the right trip! Between the villages and home stay, local foods, and our exceptional local guide Lena, I feel like we’ve learnt a lifetime of valuable cultural information, experienced life in Bali, and not at the cost of relaxation, swimming, beaches and good times with fellow travellers. The cycling, snorkelling and hiking were all such positive experience and complimented well by the abundance of hot springs, massages and spa treatments. I would recommend this trip to others, and even do the exact trip again myself!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/10/2024
Dimitri - Traveled, March 2024
I highly recommend the Beautiful Bali tour. Tour leader was great, huge variety of activities/ places visited and people in the group were lovely. Great experience and lots of fun.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/30/2024
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