4.9(78 reviews)
East Bali Cultural Exploration Tour
FromIDR 43
10 hours
Ubud, Indonesia
About this activity
Experience East Bali's rich culture and natural beauty with visits to Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga Water Palace, and Virgin Beach, all in a single day tour.
Highlights
- Breathtaking views at Lempuyang Temple's Gate of Heaven
- Exploration of Tirta Gangga's royal water gardens
- Relaxing time at the pristine Virgin Beach
- Cultural insights into Bali's rich heritage
- Scenic drives through East Bali's picturesque landscapes
Full description
Discover the enchanting beauty of East Bali on this immersive day tour. Begin with a guided visit to the iconic Lempuyang Temple, home to the famed Gate of Heaven, offering panoramic views of Mount Agung. Next, explore the serene Tirta Gangga Water Palace, a royal water garden adorned with intricate stone carvings and lush greenery. Conclude your journey with a relaxing time at Virgin Beach, a secluded spot perfect for unwinding. This tour provides a perfect blend of cultural exploration and natural beauty, ensuring a memorable Balinese experience.
Included / Excluded
- Guided visit to Lempuyang Temple's Gate of Heaven
- Tour of Tirta Gangga Water Palace
- Relaxation at Virgin Beach
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
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Lempuyang Temple is one of Bali’s oldest and most highly regarded temples, on par with Besakih (aka the ‘mother temple’ of Bali). It is also believed to predate the majority of Hindu temples on the island. Definitely a highlight on any travel itinerary for the fit and adventurous, the main temple lies at 1,175m above sea level, up on the peak of the namesake Mount Lempuyang in East Bali.
Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
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Tirta Gangga Water Palace is situated in the middle of rice fields around the natural springs of Rejasa, approximately 7 km. (5 miles) north of Amlapura, the main town of east Bali, Indonesia. Tirtagangga royal watergarden is composed mainly by water, plants and sculptures, is a well-known cultural object of Bali and it belongs to the royal family of Karangasem.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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Taman Ujung Karangasem or also known as Taman Soekasada Ujung (Edge Soekasada Park) is a water palace that has a floating palace located on an area of more than 10 hectares in Tumbu Village, Karangasem Regency, about 5 km in the southeast of Amlapura. Taman Ujung Karangasem was built by the King of Karangasem in 1919 and completed in its entirety in 1926 before Indonesia independent. Taman Ujung Karangasem is a tourist destination in the East Bali region which was built since the Dutch era at the instruction of one of the King of Karangasem, namely I Ketut Gusti Jelantik.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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Virgin Beach Bali offer you great panoramic ocean with pure natures surround it. The beach offers the wide space of swimming area through the calm seawater with sea breeze flows the fresh atmosphere. Meanwhile the location of the beach in the tranquility blended by peaceful ambiance. Hence, this makes it as a suitable place for relaxation. And also, Virgin Beach Bali is featured by white sand with clear seawater making the beach as an ideal place to go for swimming. The calm situation and far away from bustle city that reason why Virgin or Perasi beach is one of suitable place for relaxation and a quiet getaway. You can discover the Balinese traditional boats docking through the beach area that usually used used by local fisherman.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
Important information
Know before you book
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; please provide your accommodation details upon booking.
- This tour involves moderate walking; ensure you're comfortable with this level of activity.
- Please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions or special requirements in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and temple visits.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.
- Consider bringing a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and cultural sites.
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.
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Mur is best 👌
Bc he is pro guide i take him any trip
jonmU3866WDMay 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Exceptional experience with Darma Fun Driver in Bali! ❤️
Best experience in Bali for young couples! An exceptional driver, guide, and especially photographer named Darma Fun Driver. We will return to Bali and will go through Darma again! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Scenic39773044287May 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Best Bali Experience With Darma 🥰
Darma Fun Driver Best Experience In Bali ! Professional Photographer! Great explanation of site seeing’s! I will come back to Bali for Darma ! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
558lorisdMay 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great experience with our...
Great experience with our tour guide. He was very hospitable and showed us sites of Bali that I will forever remember. Great experience, learning about Balinease culture. Highly recommend.
Latsamy_YMay 12, 2026VIATOR
East Bali
Our driver Netra was excellent. He takes care of everything to make sure we have a great time. He takes pictures for us, makes sure we always have water, answers all questions and has a good sense of humor. We are very happy with all the tours this week with Netra. We will definitely recommend him to our friends!!
fun4me60Apr 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR