About this tour
Tackle Ubud's scattered highlights in a single day with a private driver who handles the logistics. This eight to ten-hour loop covers the Monkey Forest's temple ruins and resident macaques, a jungle swing suspended above the canopy, the sacred spring pools at Tirta Empul, Tegenungan's tiered waterfall, and the stepped rice paddies of Tegalalang. You'll have breathing room to wander Ubud's town centre on your own terms and pick an artisan village—woodcarving, batik, or silver work—to explore. Hotel transfers included; lunch is yours to source.
Highlights
- Macaques roaming temple grounds in the Monkey Forest
- Rope swing dangling above jungle canopy
- Sacred spring temple with bathing pools
- Waterfall cascading into jungle-backed pools
- Terraced rice paddies sculpted into hillside
- Independent wandering through Ubud town
- Choice of traditional artisan workshops
What to expect
Your driver collects you in an air-conditioned vehicle and orchestrates the route to avoid the scramble of getting between sites. Most stops allow 45 minutes to an hour—enough to photograph, splash in water, observe the monkeys without rushing. The jungle swing involves a short walk and climbing; the temple steps and rice terrace paths are gentle but uneven. Ubud's central market and street stalls demand your own navigation, which is the point: you see what catches your eye rather than following a script. The artisan village stop varies by preference—ask your driver which suits you.
Good to know
Bring swimwear and a towel for the temple pools and waterfall. Wear enclosed shoes for forest paths and uneven terrain. Lunch isn't provided, so budget for it separately at Ubud's cafés or warungs. Infants must sit on a lap; prams work on town pavements but not forest trails.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.







