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8 Days of Adventure in Ubud

Kusuma Pathakottu

22 Dec 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the cultural heart of Bali. Immerse yourself in stunning rice terraces, swing over lush valleys, explore ancient temples, and indulge in art and culinary delights. Get ready for 8 days of adventure in Ubud!

Trip to Ubud

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Terraces & Swings

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$8

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

7 - 9 min

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Aloha Ubud Swing

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

Day 2Temples & Scenic Trails

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$10

Pura Dalem Taman Kaja

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

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$5

10 - 15 min

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Pura Dalem Ubud

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

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$5

10 - 15 min

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Bukit Campuhan

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Ridge Walk & Serene Temples

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$0

Campuhan Ridge Walk

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Pura Gunung Lebah

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

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

Day 4Art Museums & Sacred Temples

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$28

Neka Art Museum

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$10

4 - 5 min

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The Blanco Renaissance Museum

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

16 - 20 min

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Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal

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

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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$5

Day 5Artistic Heritage & Water Palaces

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$28

Museum Puri Lukisan

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Ubud Water Palace

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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$5

1 - 2 min

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Pura Taman Kemuda Saraswati

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

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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$13

Day 6Art Galleries & Cultural Immersion

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$23

Agung Rai Museum of Art

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

5 - 6 min

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Museum Rudana & Rudana Fine Art Gallery

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$10

Day 7Mystical Caves & Monkey Forest

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$30

Goa Gajah

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

12 - 15 min

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Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

6 - 8 min

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Ubud Palace

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

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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$8

Day 8Authentic Balinese Cooking Class

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$10

Paon Bali Cooking Class

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