About this tour
A 10-hour private temple tour combining Bali's largest Hindu sanctuary with two sacred sites and a rice terrace walk. You'll start at Besakih Temple on Mount Agung's slopes, continue to Kintamani for lunch overlooking Mount Batur and its lake, visit the spring-fed Tirta Empul Temple linked to Balinese legend, and finish at Tegalalang Rice Terrace. Includes private transport, sarongs, and meals — suited to culture-focused travellers comfortable with a full day of stops and moderate walking.
Highlights
- Besakih Temple, Bali's largest Hindu sanctuary, positioned on Mount Agung foothills
- Lunch with views across Mount Batur and crater lake from Kintamani
- Tirta Empul's holy springs, central to Mayadenawa-Indra legend
- Stroll through Tegalalang's tiered rice paddies on foot
- Private vehicle with air conditioning throughout the day
- Sarongs provided for all temple entries
- All entrance fees, taxes, and lunch included upfront
What to expect
You'll be picked up by private transport and driven to Besakih Temple, where you'll explore the sprawling complex and learn its cultural significance as the Mother Temple of Balinese Hinduism. From there, the drive north takes you through the landscape toward Kintamani; you'll stop for lunch at a vantage point overlooking Mount Batur and its crater lake. After eating, you'll visit Tirta Empul, where you can walk around the temple grounds and see the sacred springs said to have healing properties in Balinese tradition. The final stop is Tegalalang Rice Terrace, where you'll walk through the green paddies and take in the terraced views before returning to your starting point.
What travellers say
- Covers multiple temples and iconic viewpoints in one day trip
- Private transport removes logistics of navigating between sites
- Lunch venue offers genuine views, not rushed or formulaic
- All major costs bundled — no surprise entrance fees
- Sacred spring temple adds spiritual or historical depth
- Full day requires sustained energy and tolerance for vehicle time
- Not suitable if you have significant cardiovascular limitations
- Tegalalang Rice Terrace draws crowds, especially mid-morning
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits temple enthusiasts and culture-focused travellers who want a structured overview of Bali's Hindu heritage and landscape in a single day. The itinerary involves steady walking at each site and is not recommended for those with cardiovascular concerns. You'll spend roughly 10 hours in the vehicle and on your feet combined, with significant elevation changes at some stops. The tour is private (not shared-group), includes lunch and all entry fees, but excludes alcohol and tips. Infant seats are available if needed. Peak times may see larger crowds at Tegalalang; mornings tend quieter. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sunscreen.
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