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Itinerary
Day 1 - Ubud
Om Swastiastu! Welcome to Ubud, Bali's largest Hindu town, and artistic and cultural heart. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. Please look for a note in the hotel lobby or ask reception where it will take place. Afterwards, perhaps head out to for a group meal at one of the delicious local restaurants.
Accommodation
• Hotel (1 night)
Day 2 - Ubud
Start the day with a guided walking tour (about 2.5 hours). Gain an insight into daily village life as you pass lush rice fields, an alang alang valley (type of wild grass used to make the roof of traditional buildings) and stop by a Balinese home for coffee. The tour ends in central Ubud, where you'll have time to explore the many cafes, galleries and shops on your own. In the evening sit down to a Kecak dance performance. Driven not by musical instruments, but by human chanting, this fascinating theatrical performance is considered a highlight by many travellers.
Accommodation
• Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Ubud - Campuhan Ridge & Village walk
• Ubud - Kecak dance performance
Optional Activities
• Ubud - Saraswati Temple Lotus Garden - Free
• Ubud - Whitewater rafting - IDR740000
Meals Included
• Breakfast
Day 3 - Ubud to Sidemen
Today you’ll explore the area from a different angle – from the saddle of a bike. Enjoy a 2.5-hour tour through backstreets, villages and rice fields. It’s a relatively easy ride – much of the route is downhill – and there will be plenty of opportunities to stop for photos or a brief rest. You’ll also stop to check out some small, intricately carved temples, before concluding your bike tour back in Ubud. After refuelling at lunch, head for the hills to the village of Sidemen, travelling by private minivan (about 2 hours). Set against a backdrop of Bali's highest peak, Mt Agung, the peaceful village of Sidemen is proof that Bali still has some pockets that are untouched by tourism.
Accommodation
• Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Ubud - Bayung Gede (Kahyangan) Village to Tampak Siring cycling tour
Meals Included
• Breakfast
Special Information
Bicycle helmets are included on your ride, and there is a support vehicle if the going gets too tough.
Keep in mind, it's a little cooler up here, thanks to the elevation. You may need to pack some warmer clothes.
Day 4 - Sidemen to Mt. Batur
Take a morning walk (approximately 2.5 hours) around Sidemen, visiting the craftspeople of the local songket weaving industry. A traditional 'bungkus' lunch is included. The walk is a great chance to take in the beautiful scenery. Continuing your journey higher into the mountains, drive along the crater rim road to a fishing village on the edge of Lake Batur (approximately 2 hours). Volcanic Mt Batur (1,717 metres/5,633 feet) sits inside a stark and spectacular caldera; with Lake Batur below, it's a stunning sight. The lake supports the local fishing industry, while many of the villagers work as guides for the volcano climb. Your accommodation at the base of Mt Batur is a basic hotel with a restaurant. This is a great location to start tomorrow's early morning trek without extra travelling time.
Accommodation
• Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Sidemen - Village tour & traditional lunch
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Special Information
There are often mosquitos and bugs around Lake Batur, so be sure to pack your insect repellent. Long pants and sleeves will also be useful to protect from insects.
Day 5 - Mt. Batur to Lovina
It’s a very early start today – you’ll have to wake at 3 am to begin the 1.5 to 2-hour walk to the summit of Mt Batur in order to reach it before sunrise. Trust us, it’s worth the effort. On a clear morning, it's possible to see all the way across the Lombok Strait to the peaks of Lombok's Mt Rinjani. The view of the gorgeous sunrise over the valleys of Bali may well be the most memorable part of your trip. Do keep in mind, however, that the weather can be unpredictable and sometimes the view is obscured by clouds. After descending the volcano, there's an option to soak in hot springs with fantastic views over the lake and caldera. Then make the journey from the mountains to the small coastal town of Lovina (approximately 3 hours). Lovina is famous for the dolphins that patrol its coast. It's also a great spot for fine food, traditional massages and yoga.
Accommodation
• Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Mt Batur - Sunrise volcano climb
Optional Activities
• Mt Batur - Hot springs - IDR300000
Meals Included
• Breakfast
Special Information
The summit trail starts more easily, while heading to the crater it climbs steeply with switchbacks over volcanic rocks and gravel. A good level of fitness is required. The path can be slippery, particularly after rain so good shoes are essential. Please bring your headtorch and a warm layer to wear at the summit. The climb may be cancelled during heavy rain and unsafe conditions.
Day 6 - Lovina
Enjoy a day of snorkelling amongst Menjangan Island’s coral reef, part of the Bali Barat National Park. We will drive approx. 1.5 – 2 hours (each way) and then take a boat ride of around 20 mins into the National Park at Menjangan. On the way back, you’ll stop for a soak at Banjar Hot Springs, a small spring popular with locals. Tonight, head to Ibu Wayan's to learn about Balinese cuisine before sitting down to a home-cooked meal.
Accommodation
• Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Lovina - Menjangan Island Reef snorkeling tour
• Lovina - Banjar Hot Springs
Optional Activities
• Lovina - Yoga class - IDR120000
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Special Information
After a storm or erratic weather there can be a problem with rubbish in the water around Menjangan, and also throughout Bali's coastal areas.
Intrepid does not support dolphin-watching trips as an optional activity, as there is little regulation of this activity. Previous travellers have raised concerns over many motorised boats pursuing dolphins pods.
Day 7 - Munduk to Bedugul
After breakfast, visit the local market then head to the tiny hilltop village of Munduk (approximately 1 hour) where you’ll walk through aromatic clove and coffee plantations to a spectacular hidden waterfall. Continue inland to the picturesque mountain town of Bedugul (approximately 1 hour). It’s a good idea to pack warm clothing as the early mornings and evenings can be quite cool. Spend the afternoon strolling among more than 2000 species of plants indigenous to Indonesia at the Bali Botanical Gardens.
Accommodation
• Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Munduk - Waterfall walk
• Lovina - Seririt Market visit
• Bedugul - Bali Botanical Gardens
Meals Included
• Breakfast
Special Information
Our accommodation here has no air conditioning, as it is not generally required in the cooler climate of Bedugul.
Day 8 - Bedugul to Sanur
Start the day with a visit to Lake Bratan for a delightful view of Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, a Hindu-Buddhist temple set on a small island in the lake. Continue by minivan to Sanur and enjoy some free time there in the afternoon. Perhaps enjoy a stroll along Bali's first beachfront walk, watch the fishermen in the shallows or kick back and relax at one of the beachside restaurants. Get a feel for the traditions and local customs which are well maintained here. Ancient temples are also easily accessible – just a short distance away from the beach.
Accommodation
• Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Bedugul - Pura Ulun Danu Bratan Temple
Meals Included
• Breakfast
Day 9 - Sanur
Your trip comes to an end after breakfast today.
Optional Activities
• Seminyak - Bali VW Spa Safari Urban Adventure - IDR1150000
• Seminyak - Urban Adventure Total Bali Food Tour - IDR600000
• Seminyak - Bali VW Cocktail Safari Urban Adventure - IDR800000
• Sanur - Morning Cycling Tour - IDR330000
• Balinese Massage - IDR150000
• Sanur - Yoga Lesson - IDR120000
• Sanur - Cooking Class - IDR700000
• Seminyak - Hidden Rice Fields Trek Urban Adventure - IDR500000
Meals Included
• Breakfast