7-Day Bali Island Tour with Mount Batur Sunrise and Lovina Dolphins

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Sunset dinner on Jimbaran Beach
• 02 Cooking class followed by dinner in a traditional home
• 03 Watch the Kecak dance at Uluwatu Temple if an event is taking place
• 04 See dolphins by traditional boat off Lovina
• 05 Take in sunrise from Mount Batur by 4x4
• 06 Visit Bali's ancient temples, including Tirta Empul, Tanah Lot, and Besakih
• 07 Explore rice terraces at Tegallalang and Jatiluwih
• 08 Relax in the hot springs at Banjar

Embark on a 7-day adventure through Bali's diverse landscapes and cultural treasures, from coastal beaches and dramatic sea cliffs to temple complexes, rice terraces, waterfalls, hot springs, and Mount Batur at sunrise. Based mainly in Ubud with one night in Lovina, this journey combines iconic sights such as Uluwatu Temple, Goa Gajah, Tirta Empul, Tanah Lot, Ulun Danu Beratan, and Besakih with experiences including a cooking class, a sunset dinner on Jimbaran Beach, and dolphin spotting by traditional boat. The tour offers a broad introduction to Bali's rich culture, natural beauty, and spiritual heritage.

Water Blow is where large waves from the Indian Ocean continually crash against the jagged limestone edges of a cliff.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Cities Bali, Mount Batur

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Beaches, Uluwatu Temple, Water Blow Cliff and Jimbaran Dinner

• We need your arrival information because you will be picked up at Ngurah Rai International Airport.
• Please ensure your flight arrives no later than 1:00 pm.
• If this is not possible, we recommend staying near the airport on your day of arrival and starting this tour the following morning.
• We can pick you up from whichever hotel you book, as long as it is near the airport.
• Why all this? Although the town of Ubud - where we are based for all but one night during this 7-day tour - is a 1.5-hour drive from the airport, we are not heading there directly.
• Instead, we first visit Padang Padang Beach, then Suluban Beach, then Uluwatu Temple, then Pandawa Beach, then Water Blow Cliff, and finally a fishing village called Jimbaran.
• All of these destinations are relatively near the international airport.
• Padang Padang Beach is a great first impression of the island.
• Uluwatu Temple is home to a tribal dance called Kecak.
• Hopefully, there will be an event taking place during our visit.
• Note that the temple is inhabited by monkeys, which are notorious for snatching visitors' belongings.
• They can usually be persuaded into trading the items for fruit.
• Water Blow is where large waves from the Indian Ocean continually crash against the jagged limestone edges of a cliff.
• The water blow is the outcome of a narrowing crag below the cliff face that channels a surge of water up to 30 meters high from its base following strong currents.
• This phenomenon results in giant, irregular splashes of waves that can reach several meters high.
• The area provides a 240-degree lookout over a dramatic seascape and is bordered by guardrails.
• Jimbaran is perfect for a sunset dinner on the beach, which is included on today's tour.
• Visiting Jimbaran before sunset is a must, as you will see dozens of restaurants, tables, and food lined up along the beach.
• We should be arriving in Ubud around 9:00 pm.

2

Day 02

Temples, Waterfall, Rice Terraces and a Cooking Class

• We make a day trip from Ubud.
• The destinations for today are the temples of Pura Puseh and Pura Dasar in the village of Batuan, Tegenungan Waterfall, Goa Gajah (also known as Elephant Cave), a temple complex called Gunung Kawi, Tirta Empul Temple, and the Tegallalang Rice Terraces.
• At these terraces, we take photos at the famous bird nest and at the tree swing.
• In the late afternoon, we take a cooking class at a traditional home and restaurant.
• Following the class is dinner, which is included on today's tour.

3

Day 03

Ubud, Monkey Forest, Market and Tanah Lot Sunset

• Before making another day trip from Ubud, we explore the town itself.
• One of Bali's major arts and culture centers, Ubud has developed a large tourism industry.
• The main attractions are the central market and the monkey forest.
• Today's other destinations are Pura Taman Ayun Temple and Tanah Lot Temple.
• The latter serves as Bali's most famous place from which to watch the sunset.

4

Day 04

Jatiluwih, Ulun Danu Beratan, Munduk and Lovina

• Although we are relocating from Ubud to the beach village of Lovina, there are many worthwhile stops en route.
• These include the rice fields in Jatiluwih, Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, Lake Bratan, Munduk Waterfall, and the hot springs in Banjar.
• Shortly after arriving in Lovina, we watch the sunset.

5

Day 05

Lovina Dolphins, Waterfalls and Temples on the Return to Ubud

• Before leaving Lovina, we take a traditional boat so we can hopefully see dolphins.
• En route back to Ubud, we visit Gitgit Waterfall, Sekumpul Waterfall, Jagaraga Temple, and Pura Meduwe Karang Temple.

6

Day 06

Mount Batur Sunrise by 4x4 and Besakih Temple

• We make a day trip from Ubud.
• Today starts very early, as we ascend Mount Batur by 4x4.
• Watching the sunrise from the top is an unforgettable experience.
• Today's other destinations are Pura Ulun Danu Batur Temple, the Mother Temple of Besakih, and the landscape surrounding both Iseh and Sidemen.

7

Day 07

Departure Transfer

• Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking tour guide
• All ground transportation
• All activities in the itinerary below
• All entry fees
• Your own on-call concierge
• Breakfasts
• Dinners x 2

What's Not Included

• Any airfare
• Alcohol
• Travel insurance
• Any government-imposed visa fees
• Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

• Adapters for electronic devices (if needed)

Know before you go

• Would you like to add some free days to enjoy the Gili Islands?
  • Gili Air is social by day and quiet by night.
  • Gili Meno is quiet and is best suited for honeymooners.
  • Although it is well known as a hotspot for hippies, Gili Trawangan is a paradise for rich vacationers and partygoers, with its chic restaurants, bars, and lounges right along the white-sand beachfront.
• Would you also like to add our 2-day tour of the island of Nusa Penida?
  • It is only a 45-minute boat ride away from Bali.
  • Nusa Penida is arguably the country's most beautiful island.
  • You would arrive in Bali and be taken as quickly as possible to Nusa Penida.
  • You would spend two days there and then be taken back to Bali, where a 7-day tour awaits you.
  • So, this would be a 10-day tour: 3 nights in Nusa Penida and 6 nights in Bali.
• Although airfare is not included in the price, we will find you the flights you need. Just ask.
• All participants must book travel insurance within 72 hours of booking this tour. At a minimum, such insurance must cover cancellations, medical expenses, evacuations, flight loss or delays, and 24/7 assistance.
• 1-2 persons for one room: $910
• 3-4 persons for two rooms: $1,820
• 5-6 persons for three rooms: $2,730
• 7-8 persons for four rooms: $3,640
• 9-10 persons for five rooms: $4,550
• International airfare is available for VIP members only - ask us for details.
• Lodging has some restrictions - ask for details.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Jalan Raya Gusti Ngurah Rai, Tuban, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80362, Indonesia

Tour start

Jalan Raya Gusti Ngurah Rai, Tuban, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80362, Indonesia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.