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Bali Ubud Highlights Tour

FromIDR 25
8 hours – 10 hours
Kuta Selatan, Indonesia

About this activity

Discover Bali's cultural gems on a guided tour of Ubud's rice terraces, art market, and sacred sites.

Highlights

  • Explore Tegalalang Rice Terrace
  • Shop at Ubud Traditional Art Market
  • Visit Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
  • Discover Ubud Palace's rich history
  • Experience local Balinese culture

Full description

Immerse yourself in the heart of Bali's cultural heritage with this exciting full-day tour of Ubud. Wander through the lush Tegalalang Rice Terrace, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its stunning landscapes. Dive into the vibrant Ubud Traditional Art Market, where you can find unique handcrafted souvenirs. Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, home to playful macaques and ancient temple ruins. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, art, and history, providing an unforgettable Balinese experience.

Included / Excluded

  • Visit to Tegalalang Rice Terrace
  • Exploration of Ubud Traditional Art Market
  • Guided tour of Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
  • Meals and personal expenses

Itinerary

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You are going to spend a generous time here. As the name suggests, it is a small forest with a Hindu temple located on Jalan Monkey Forest. The temple walls surround the area, making the forest sacred. The Monkey Forest is actually a natural reserve for the monkeys. The place is a great example of how nature and humans can live together in harmony. The monkeys are the main appeal because they are free to roam around. Some temple festivals are often held here – yes, with the monkeys present and around. Joining a tour is the best way to get to the place, especially if you are staying in far-away places. But if you are staying in Ubud, you can always reach the forest easily.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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It is basically a popular temple complex that isn’t far from Ubud. The temple is said to be built in the 9th century and it is surrounded by lush greeneries of nature. One of the many reasons why you should come to the temple is the architecture, which combines both architectural style of Buddhism and Hinduism. You can see the example right away from the main entrance that resembles a demon’s open mouth. You can also see the bathing pools with their own unique designs and construction. Feel free to roam around the temple too. But whatever you do, be respectful. After all, it is a sacred place.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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You probably have seen these beautiful green hills with the line of layered terraces on their sides. Well, it’s the famous Tegalalang Rice Terrace – a popular place to take pictures or as your Instagram background. The rice terrace is super well-maintained and explored. If you see the view from afar, the rice terrace looks like this green and big layered cake. On the contrary to what you believe, finding the rice terrace isn’t exactly easy, especially if this is your first time coming to Ubud. But if you are coming to the place, do it in the morning or late in the afternoon – just don’t go at midday. It is going to be super hot and it can be uncomfortable. But even if you don’t have a long time to spare, a quick visit would be enough to take some shots and photos.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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It is one of the many popular waterfalls in the island. Because of its popularity, expect the place to be well-maintained. Even when you go down the stairs, they are pretty safe. Not only you can enjoy the waterfall, but you can also take a relaxed dip. Taking pictures is possible. You can even make use of some services where you can take pictures with accessories. On your way to reach the Tegenungan Waterfall, you may see another smaller waterfall. You can also take pictures here before continuing your way to the waterfall. It may seem like a far travel from the parking lot, but it is worth the efforts.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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If you go there, it would seem like visiting a somewhat chaotic hippie village and yet in an organized way. This is your go-to place to buy souvenirs and art stuff. If you are into woven bags, silk scarves, or handmade baskets, this is the right place to do so. These items are handmade and they are from the local Balinese neighboring areas – you can bet that you won’t be able to find those items elsewhere.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The sacred place is built to honor Goddess of Knowledge, Saraswati. That’s why the temple is very artistic and beautiful. When compared to other temples, this one has a pool with a lot of lotus. It is also adorned by many carving styles. Kecak dance is often performed at the courtyard every Thursday night. If you want to view the beautiful carving, the water park as well as the lotus pond, or the Kecak dance, then this is your go-to place.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Provide accurate hotel pickup details for a smooth experience.
  • Be prepared for a full-day excursion with various activities.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
  • Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler reviews

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Never would have done this without agung

Agung was wonderful. He was so friendly and kind with us. It was such a treat.

R6731RYstephaniemMay 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

The best driver

Amazing tour with Johnny who picked us up from Seminyak to Ubud and back. Very good driver, friendly, and amazing landscapes on the way.

rapha_haddadMay 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Good driver - Johnny

Johnny is a nice driver, on time and very friendly

yoannb807May 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Blue Lagoon Snorkel Excursion

Johnny was an amazing tour guide, loved every part of this excursion.

X6648NVpaulcApr 28, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A fun day exploring Ubud

We had a wonderful day of exploring Ubud with Johnny :) He was a wonderful driver, we felt very safe with him. He was always happy to answer our questions about Bali life and culture and happy to move at our pace. We enjoyed all the places we visited, Ubud is very beautiful. The temples and monkey forest were certainly highlights! The place we went for lunch (price not included) was very lush and nice and we enjoyed the food and a bottle of wine! Not due to our tour, we did feel a bit rushed through the monkey forest by the forest guide. Take as many pictures as you want without having to rely on the paid photos :) Thank you Johnny, we look forward to touring with you on our next trip to Bali 🙏🙏🙏

H6048QHkellygApr 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
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