10 Days in Ubud: A Journey of Culture and Nature

Mert Karasoy

7 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Ubud, where ancient marvels and breathtaking landscapes await. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Bali as you explore rice terraces, visit art museums, and discover hidden temples. Indulge in the beauty of nature with scenic walks, swing over lush valleys, and encounter playful monkeys. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Bali.

Trip to Ubud

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity at Ceking Rice Terrace

Scenic, terraced hillside offering rice paddies amid lush greenery, plus zip lines & jungle swings.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

Day 2Swing into Adventure at Aloha Ubud Swing and Bukit Campuhan

Destination for photography, with plant- & flower-decked swings against rice field backdrops.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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21 - 26 min

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Scenic hiking destination featuring an ambling 12-km. trail amid lush green woods, valleys & rivers.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Artistic Delights at Neka Art Museum and Pura Gunung Lebah

$10

Art museum displaying traditional & modern Balinese artwork inspired by local beauty & culture.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$10

5 - 6 min

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Ancient temple in scenic jungle surrounds with ornate carvings & colorful statues.

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

Day 4Renaissance Wonders at The Blanco Renaissance Museum and Campuhan Ridge Walk

$13

Art museum displaying the famous works of Antonio Blanco, plus a garden with parrots & exotic birds.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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Lush, scenic locale known for its mellow hiking trails & sweeping hilltop views.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 5Tranquility at Pura Taman Kemuda Saraswati and Ubud Water Palace

$18

A pathway over a scenic lotus pond leads to this Hindu temple with ornate architectural details.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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Former palace built in red & white stone, with dance performances held at the water gardens.

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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Day 6Royal Heritage at Ubud Palace, Museum Puri Lukisan, and Pura Dalem Ubud

$23

Iconic temple featuring art, Balinese dance performances in its courtyard & lush surrounds.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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4 - 6 min

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Museum displaying a sizable collection of Balinese artworks & featuring a store & cafe.

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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$10

4 - 5 min

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10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 7Spiritual Exploration at Pura Dalem Taman Kaja and Agung Rai Museum of Art

$18

Outdoor performance at the temple, featuring Kecak dancing, a Balinese Hindu drama & dance form.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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7 - 9 min

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Art museum exhibiting traditional & contemporary works by Balinese, Indonesian & other artists.

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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$13

Day 8Artistic Gems at Museum Rudana & Rudana Fine Art Gallery and Goa Gajah

$20

Stately museum exhibiting fine art & sculpture by contemporary Indonesian artists.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

5 - 6 min

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Known for its stone carvings of Hindu gods, this cave may date as far back as the 9th century.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$10

Day 9Sacred Encounters at Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal and Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

$18

Hindu temple within the Ubud monkey forest, known for its morbid stone carvings & wild macaques.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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4 - 5 min

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Hindu temple complex set in the jungle, renowned for the macaque monkeys who call it home.

9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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$13

Day 10Culinary Delights at Paon Bali Cooking Class

$10

English-language lessons in local cuisine using market ingredients, in a kitchen garden.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

Budget breakdown: $135 In total

Activities & Food:$135