About this tour
A nine-hour circuit through Ubud's cultural and natural highlights, hitting the fierce Barong Dance performance, artisan villages where locals craft traditional works, the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, an ancient temple, and a cascading waterfall. Your English-speaking driver collects you from your hotel across Bali's southern resorts and handles all entry fees, leaving you to absorb the sights without logistical friction.
Highlights
- Watch Barong Dance—masked warrior performance steeped in Hindu mythology
- Walk through artisan villages; observe painters, sculptors, woodcarvers at work
- Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary with temple ruins and resident macaques
- Ancient temple complex with tiered courtyards and spiritual significance
- Waterfall swim or wade in cool mountain water
- Private air-conditioned transport with knowledgeable local guide
- All admission fees and parking included
What to expect
You'll be collected from your hotel in the early morning and driven to Ubud in a comfortable vehicle. The Barong Dance typically runs mid-morning—a theatrical clash of good versus evil with elaborate costumes and live percussion. Next, you'll potter through nearby villages where artisans work at their craft; chat with them, watch techniques, browse small galleries. The Monkey Forest is busy but rewarding: navigate stone pathways past ruins and cheeky macaques. A temple visit follows, often quieter and more contemplative. The day wraps with a waterfall walk—expect muddy terrain, shallow pools, and refreshment. Your guide narrates throughout, contextualising what you see.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring swimwear if you fancy the waterfall. The itinerary moves briskly, so pace yourself. Hotel pickup times are punctual; be lobby-ready. Meals and drinks aren't included, but stops allow purchases. Infants travel free; child seats available.
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