Bali Up Close: 4 Days Off the Beaten Path

Experience the Island of the Gods far from the tourist trails. Our 3-night journey takes you from the spiritual power places of the East Coast through the green, cultural heart of Bali to the untouched West.

Day 1: Your Beach Hotel – Batubulan – Besakih – Tenganan – Candidasa

This first day takes us to Batubulan, where the traditional Barong dance is performed. From there, we head upwards towards the north through an unusually beautiful landscape with spectacular rice terraces. After a gentle ascent to an altitude of 900 meters, we reach the slope of Mount Agung and the large temple sanctuary "Pura Besakih". Afterwards, we head downhill to the village of Tenganan, where the original Balinese live. Tenganan is also famous for its special weaving technique, the double ikat – a woven cloth called "Kamben Geringsing".

Overnight: Ramayana Candidasa Beach Resort or equivalent hotel. Meals: B

Day 2: Snorkeling in the Blue Lagoon – Goa Lawah – Klungkung – Goa Gajah – Ubud

After breakfast, we first drive to Padang Bai. From there we set off in fishing boats for snorkeling in the crystal-clear sea of the Blue Lagoon. After this two-hour refreshing experience in the underwater world, the journey continues along the east coast. A visit to the "Goa Lawah" bat cave is on the program, where thousands of bats nest. The path then leads us to Klungkung, the former seat of the most important ruling house of Bali, and to the historic "Kerta Gosa" courthouse built in the 17th century, where judges of another era once announced their verdicts. In the afternoon, a visit to the "Goa Gajah" elephant cave is planned. This is one of the most fascinating and oldest cultural monuments in Bali and a significant spiritual center that combines elements of Hinduism and Buddhism.

Overnight: Sahadewa Hotel or equivalent hotel in Ubud. (Meals: B)

Day 3: Ubud – Tegallalang – Kintamani – Lovina

After breakfast, we first drive to the center of Ubud. The main attractions include the centrally located royal palace "Puri Saren". Then it's on to Tegallalang, where the most beautiful rice terraces in Bali await us. On the subsequent way uphill, we will stop for an educational spice tour, where we can learn about various spice plants. We then continue to Kintamani on the edge of the Batur crater caldera, which offers a breathtaking view of Lake Batur. Via a winding road, we finally reach the temple of the rice goddess Dewi Sri, "Pura Beji". It serves as a place where the farmers of the region gather to pray for a good harvest, offer sacrifices (Banten), and thank the goddess for the life-giving water.

Overnight: New Sunari Lovina Beach Resort or equivalent hotel in Lovina. (Meals: B)

Day 4: Lovina – Bedugul – Tanah Lot – Your Beach Hotel

After a photo stop at the Gitgit Waterfall, a scenic mountain route leads us towards Bedugul. Along the mountain road, you can feed wild monkeys. Afterwards, we visit the "Pura Ulun Danu Bratan" temple, which rises picturesquely from Lake Bratan, usually shrouded in clouds. We will also visit a local vegetable market in a mountain village. The crowning highlight of the tour is a visit to the famous "Tanah Lot" rock temple on the west coast, also known as the sea temple. Afterwards, you will be transferred to your beach hotel.