About this tour
Explore Bali's highland landscapes in a vintage Volkswagen 181, weaving through rice paddies, mountain temples and waterfalls across eight hours. This private journey takes you from the emerald terraces of Jatiluih—a UNESCO site—to the lakeside Beratan Temple and misty Nungnung Falls, threading quiet village roads where daily life unfolds unchanged. Your guide navigates a flexible route tailored to your interests, so you set the pace through countryside where tourism hasn't yet landed.
Highlights
- Jatiluih rice terraces, UNESCO World Heritage site
- Batukaru Temple perched in mountain mist
- Beratan Lake with its clifftop temple
- Nungnung waterfall tucked in jungle
- Village roads where locals farm and work
- Classic Volkswagen 181 as your transport
- Customisable route, private group only
What to expect
You'll spend most of the day in a covered classic Volkswagen—a narrow, open-sided vehicle that gives you fresh air and unobstructed views without full exposure. Expect winding uphill drives into cooler, quieter terrain where the landscape shifts from terraced rice to dense forest. You'll stop at temples requiring modest dress and at viewpoints where the vista opens across valleys. The waterfall involves a short forest walk on uneven ground. Roads are narrow and sometimes rough, with no rush; your guide steers based on what catches your eye. Bring cash for entrance fees and lunch at local warungs along the way.
Good to know
Book entrance tickets separately or ask your guide for current prices. Moderate fitness required for temple steps and waterfall track. Wear layers—highlands cool considerably. Roads have few services; pack sun cream and a hat. Car holds maximum three passengers. Children need adult supervision throughout.
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.