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DURATION
9 DAYS
COMFORT
LANGUAGE
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  • Discover Bali's artistic heart in Ubud
  • Admire mountain vistas in Bedugul
  • Experience village life in Sidemen
  • Visit Pura Ulun Danu Bratan Lake Temple
  • Cycle through stunning rural countryside
  • Kick back on Lovina Beach
  • Conquer the slopes of Mt Batur
ACTIVITIES ON THIS TRIP
Primary: Walking Tour, Trekking
Other: Snorkeling, Waterfalls, Hot Springs, cycling, temple, Local Markets, national parks
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Beautiful Bali

Travel to Bali and discover Indonesia's beautiful island escape. Dotted with small, character-filled villages, smouldering volcanoes rising out of lush rich fields, idyllic beaches and colourful reefs, Bali is the perfect island getaway.
Travel to Bali and discover Indonesia's beautiful island escape. Dotted with small, character-filled villages, smouldering volcanoes rising out of lush rich fields, idyllic beaches and colourful reefs, Bali is the perfect island getaway. Conquer the slopes of simmering Mt Batur, explore an underwater world in Bali Barat National Park, feast on delicious Balinese 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 is synonymous with beautiful Bali.
Days 1-:2 Ubud
Om Swastiastu! Welcome to Bali.

Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1.

You can arrive at any time as there are no activities planned until this important meeting; please ask the hotel reception where it will take place. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you're able to attend. We'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader.

Ubud is Bali's main arts and cultural centre, recently made famous by the Hollywood movie, Eat Pray Love. It's a wonderful place to experience the magic that has made Bali such a popular travel destination.
Head out to Gianyar night market to try some of the local cuisine. Although the setup is very informal when eating here, it's a great way to get your first taste of the local culture and cuisine.

Enjoy a traditional Kecak dance performance, considered a highlight by most travellers. Kecak tells the Ramayana story of Prince Rama on a quest to rescue his kidnapped wife, Sita, with the help of the monkey army. No musical instruments are used, just human chanting that rises to crescendo as fires burn around, and monsters appear from the darkness to perform their part in the story.

Our local guide will take you on an approx 3 hour tour of the Ubud area, which will give you an opportunity to observe the day-to-day village life of the local people, see rice fields and an alang alang valley (wild grass that is used for making the roof on traditional buildings), and visit a local painting handicraft area. The tour ends in central Ubud where you'll have time to explore the many cafes, galleries and shops on your own.

Included Activities
  • Gianyar night market
  • Kecak dance performance
  • Guided walk
    Optional Activities
    • Botanical Gardens, Ubud - IDR70000.00
      Accommodation
      Hotel (2 nts)
Day 3: Sidemen
Set off by bicycle through hilly back lanes, small villages and rice paddies - a great way to meet the local people and take in the views along the way. We ride for about 3 hours, making stops for magnificent photo opportunities and a rest if needed. There are plenty of opportunities to visit some of the small and intricately carved temples and our ride concludes at Sangeh, home of a centuries-old temple nestled in a grove of towering trees.Note that bicycle helmets are not included and can be difficult to hire locally, so if this concerns you please bring your own. We also have a support vehicle if the going gets too tough.
Head for the hills and the village of Sidemen by minivan (approx 2 hrs).

Set against a backdrop of Bali's highest peak, Mt Agung, the peaceful and friendly village of Sidemen is proof that Bali has pockets completely away from the tourism the island is famous for. Being at elevation it's slightly cooler here which is a welcome relief.

Included Activities
  • Cycle ride to Sangeh
    Optional Activities
    • Traditional dance, Sidemen - IDR40000.00
      Accommodation
      Hotel (1 nt)
Day 4: Mt Batur
Take a morning walk around Sidemen, visiting local songket weaving cottage industries and sampling a traditional 'bungkus' lunch. The walk takes around 3-4 hours and is a chance to take in great views. You can also cool off in the nearby river.

Continuing our journey higher into the mountains, drive along the crater rim road to a fishing village on the edge of Lake Batur (approx 2 hrs).

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.

Accommodation
Guesthouse (1 nt)
Days 5-6: Lovina
Rising early, reach the summit of Mt Batur in time to witness a stunning sunrise over the valleys of Bali. The walk takes 1.5-2 hours up, and yes, it's UP! On a clear morning, it's possible to see all the way across the Lombok Strait to the peaks of Lombok's Mt Rinjani. For the adventurous it may be possible to walk the narrow paths right around the volcano rim (max. 1 hour). After descending the volcano, there's an option to soak in hot springs with great views over the lake and caldera.

Make the journey from the mountains to the small coastal town of Lovina (approx 4 hrs).

Lovina is famous for the dolphins that patrol its coast, and is a great place for fine food, traditional massage or a big night out.

Our time in Lovina provides plenty of opportunities to explore this area - perhaps a dawn trip by outrigger boat to watch the dolphins come into the bay.

Enjoy a day of snorkelling on a Menjangan Island reef, a short boat ride from the coast. This pristine island and its coral reefs are part of the Bali Barat National Park.

Included Activities
  • Mt Batur climb with local guide
  • Snorkelling
    Optional Activities
    • Hot springs, Mt Batur - IDR150000.00
    • Dolphin watching, Lovina - IDR60000.00
      Accommodation
      Hotel (2 nts)
Day 7: Bedugul
Leave the coast bound for Bedugal.

En route we visit the lively Seririt market then spend the rest of the morning soaking in the traditional Banjar holy hot springs.

Soak in the enchanting Banjar Holy Hot Springs, where the warm waters gush from the mouths of stone-carved nagas (dragons) in a beautifully landscaped lush tropical garden.

Continue to the tiny hilltop village of Munduk (approx 1 hr).

Walk through clove and coffee plantations to a hidden waterfall for a refreshing dip. The area offers superb views across the hills of Bali and, on a clear day, the beaches of the northern coast.

Travel on to Bedugal (approx 1 hr).

Cool and misty, the beautiful Bedugal region is a series of volcanic formed lakes and mountain ranges covered in lush vegetation.

Included Activities
  • Hot springs
  • Waterfall visit
    Accommodation
    Hotel (1 nt)
Days 8-9: Ubud
Visit nearby Lake Bratan where you can get great views of Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, a classical-style temple set on a small island in the lake. We don traditional sarongs to visit the famous Hindu-Buddhist temple on the lake, with an option to arrive by prahu (canoe). Pura Ulan Danau Bratan is dedicated to the Goddess of the lake, and is one of Bali's nine 'directional temples' it protects Bali from evil spirits from the North West.

Continue by minivan to Ubud (approx 2 hrs).

Return to Ubud in the afternoon, refreshed and relaxed, with some free time left for last-minute shopping and sightseeing.

There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart our accommodation at any time. Please check the 'Finishing Point Hotel' section for checkout times and luggage storage possibilities.

Included Activities
  • Lake Bratan Temple
    Optional Activities
    • Canoe ride on Lake Bratan, Bedugul - IDR30000.00
      Accommodation
      Hotel (1 nt)
TRIP INCLUDES
  • 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch
  • Private minibus
  • Hotel (7 nts), Guesthouse (1 nt)
TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE
  • Budget for meals not included: USD 200.00
CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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