Best of Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Rice Terraces & Waterfall

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8 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered

Discover the beauty and culture of Bali on this full-day Ubud Highlights Tour, perfect for first-time visitors. Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, stroll through the Tegalalang Rice Terraces, experience a Balinese purification ritual at Tirta Empul Temple, and cool off at a scenic Ubud waterfall. Guided by a friendly local expert, this private tour blends nature, spirituality, and authentic Balinese culture — the perfect way to explore Ubud in one unforgettable day.

What You’ll Do:
- Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: Walk among ancient temples and playful monkeys in a lush jungle.
- Tegalalang Rice Terraces: Admire Bali’s famous UNESCO-style terraces and learn about traditional Subak irrigation.
- Tirta Empul Temple: Discover the meaning of Bali’s water purification ritual and optionally take part in Melukat.
- Ubud Waterfall: hidden jungle waterfall, surrounded by tropical greenery.
- Optional Add-ons: Visit a local coffee plantation, swing, or stop at an artisan village.

What's Included

Private hotel pickup & drop-off
Bottled water
Sarong for temple visit
English-speaking local driver as a guide
Parking Fees
Optional local lunch stop
personal expenses
optional

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Travelers have the flexibility to select from a range of 4-5 itineraries: 1. Barong and Keris Dance 2. Artisan Villages (Silver, Batik, Art Painting, Wood Carving) 3. Monkey Forest Sanctuary 4. Tegalalang Rice Terraces 5. Ubud Swing 6. Agrotourism 7. Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu 8. Pura Tirta Empul 9. Pura Goa gajah 10. Pura Gunung Kawi 11. Pura segara ulun danu batur 12. Mount Batur View 13. toya devasya 14. Penglipuran Villages 15. Tegenungan Waterfall 16. Tibumana Waterfall 17. Tukad cepung Waterfall 18. Kanto Lampo Waterfall 19. Suwat Waterfall 20. Taman Sari Waterfall 21. Goa Rang Reng 22. Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon 23. ATV Quad Bike 24. Ubud Rafting 25. Tubing 26. kecak and fire dance

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Start on 09:30Am. The Barong and Kris dance is one of Bali island’s most iconic dance-dramas. The 12th century classical tale of good versus evil, Calon Arang, serves as the backdrop for the Barong and Kris dance. Shows are locally managed locally; dances performed by villagers, and live gamelan orchestra accompanies the full length of the show.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Artisan Village: Embark on a journey to the Bali Artisan Village, where you will explore a renowned Balinese artisan hub. This enchanting visit promises unforgettable memories of Bali at its best. Discover intricate craftsmanship and the rich cultural heritage of Bali as you explore this vibrant village. From hand-carved wooden sculptures to exquisite textiles, the souvenirs you acquire here will be a testament to Bali's artistic prowess. Every piece you take home will not only be a cherished memento but also a captivating conversation starter, proudly displayed in your home, forever reminding you of the beauty and craftsmanship of Bali. *Celuk Village: Experiencing how Traditional Balinese Silver & Gold jewelry is processed in traditional ways. *Batuan Village : will see traditional Balinese art Painting Mas Village: Will see traditional Balinese wood carving *A village known for its batik workshops and batik production facilities

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    you’ll enjoy the impressively green valley panorama with the cascading water as a centerpiece. You can go down to the vast pebbly base and enjoy a dip in the plunge pool.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Explore the iconic dragon bridge, lush forest, river canyon, and the monkey's temple. The mission of The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary (Monkey Forest Ubud) is to conserve the area based on the concept of Tri Hita Karana. Based on the concept of Tri Hita Karana, The Monkey Forest Ubud will be a feature international tourist destination to create peace and harmony for the visitor.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    This is a traditional Balinese irrigation system known as subak. Positioned in a valley the Tegalalang rice terraces offer extremely scenic lookouts over the rice fields and surrounding green landscape. It’s a very popular tourist hotspot in Bali and a must-see in many Bali itineraries

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Tirta Empul is a national cultural heritage site. The complex, built circa 960 AD, at the time of the Warmadewa Dynasty. Tirta Empul, meaning ‘holy water spring’ is actually the name of a water source located within the temple. The spring feeds various purification baths, pools and fish ponds surrounding the outer perimeter, which all flow to the Tukad Pakerisan River.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Nestled in Manik Sawang, Kedisan, Tegallalang, Gianyar (Bali), Ulu Petanu is a hidden gem waterfall about 15 meters high. It lies approximately 30 minutes north of Ubud. The waterfall is surrounded by lush tropical forest and dense greenery, which helps create a cool, tranquil atmosphere. There is a clean, natural pool at the base, perfect for refreshing dips, especially after the short descent. The path to reach the waterfall involves descending about 50 steps from the parking/ticket area. The trail is generally well-maintained, but it can get slippery in the rainy season

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entry to the sacred grounds of the Pura is not allowed for women during their menstrual perioddness of the temple.
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