About this tour
Cruise Ubud's backroads in a vintage VW Safari, stopping at Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegalalang's emerald rice paddies, Goa Gajah temple, the Sacred Monkey Forest, Ubud Palace and Sukawati Art Market. Nine to ten hours with a knowledgeable driver, private vehicle, and Indonesian lunch included. You'll wind through quiet villages, past working farms and meet locals going about their day—all with the wind at your back.
Highlights
- Open-top classic VW Safari through Ubud's quieter routes
- Tegalalang Rice Terrace views and morning light photography
- Goa Gajah temple complex and carved stone entrance
- Sacred Monkey Forest with wild macaques in their habitat
- Tegenungan Waterfall swimming and natural rock pools
- Sukawati Art Market for crafts and local artwork
- Indonesian set menu lunch at a local warung
What to expect
You'll be picked up from your accommodation and driven in a restored VW with the roof down—expect wind, sun, and views of rice fields rolling past. The day mixes temple visits (shoes off, modest dress needed) with outdoor stops where you can swim or walk through forest. The monkey sanctuary requires awareness; they're wild and will steal loose items. Lunch happens midway at a casual spot with set dishes. Between sites, you're moving through working villages where agriculture still dominates. The driver provides context but this isn't a rushed sightseeing blitz—there's downtime to absorb each place.
Good to know
Bring sunscreen, a towel, and a change of clothes for waterfall swimming. Not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have heart concerns. Vegetarian meals available with advance notice. Infants under two travel free. The car is open-sided, so weather matters; morning departures catch better light. Flexible timing can be arranged to suit your pace.
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