Traditional Balinese Cooking Class with Ubud Tour

About this tour

Learn to cook Balinese dishes from scratch in a village kitchen, then explore two sacred temples. This eight-hour full-day experience puts you in a small group of up to six, cycling through herb gardens with a local host, donning traditional cloth whilst preparing lunch, and finishing with guided visits to Taman Mumbul and Tanah Lot temples. Transport, beverages, and hotel pickup included.

Highlights

• Cycle through village gardens spotting fresh herbs and vegetables
• Cook authentic Balinese dishes in a community kitchen with a local guide
• Eat the meal you've prepared for lunch
• Wear traditional Balinese cloth during the cooking session
• Visit Taman Mumbul Temple with English-speaking guide
• Explore Tanah Lot Temple's clifftop setting
• Air-conditioned transport throughout the day

What to expect

You'll start by cycling through a local village, spotting the herbs and vegetables that define Balinese cooking. Back in the open-air community kitchen, your host walks you through traditional ingredients and techniques, then you roll up your sleeves to prepare lunch dishes alongside other participants. After eating what you've cooked, the pace shifts: you'll visit two of Bali's most significant temples with your English-speaking guide, taking time to absorb each site's architecture and spiritual significance. The full day balances hands-on cooking work with cultural observation and temple exploration.

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