Indonesia · Religious & Spiritual

Besakih Temple Tour: the Biggest Temple in Bali

10 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Ubud. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Besakih Temple, Bali’s ancient Mother Temple
02 See views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur from Kintamani
03 Enjoy lunch in the Kintamani highland area
04 Explore Tirta Empul Water Temple and its holy spring
05 Learn about Balinese culture, history, and legend
06 Stroll through the lush Tegalalang Rice Terrace
07 Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle
08 Temple sarong included

Discover some of Bali’s most meaningful and scenic highlights on this full-day private tour. Visit Besakih Temple, the island’s ancient Mother Temple, set on the slopes of Mount Agung, and learn about its cultural and spiritual importance in Balinese Hindu tradition.

Continue to the Kintamani area to enjoy lunch with views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur, then visit Tirta Empul Water Temple, known for its holy spring and connection to the Balinese legend of Mayadenawa and God Indra. End the day at Tegalalang Rice Terrace, where you can take in the lush green landscape and enjoy a relaxed stroll through the rice paddies.

Visit Besakih Temple, the island’s ancient Mother Temple, set on the slopes of Mount Agung, and learn about its cultural and spiritual importance in Balinese Hindu tradition.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Mount Batur

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Visit the ancient Mother Temple of Hindu, Besakih Temple, to learn about the culture and history of the biggest temple on the island. It lies on the foothill of the highest mountain in Bali, Mount Agung.Stop at Kintamani highland to see the amazing view of Mt. Batur volcano and lake view. The best spot to have your lunch.The temple is the setting of the Balinese legend of the epic battle between Mayadenawa and God Indra. It is the holy spring inside the temple that is said to heal people disease.The last stop is Tegalalang Rice Terrace to enjoy the scenery and stroll among the lush green of rice paddy fields.Place for some insta spots area.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Ubud. 1 city · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Lunch
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Sarong to enter the temple

What's Not Included

Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities

Know before you go

INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Free pickup available from Ubud, Sanur, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Canggu, Denpasar, Jimbaran, Nusadua and Uluwatu.

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