Private Tour
Ubud Monkey Forest, Rice Terrace & Tirta Empul Tour
Overview
Explore Ubud’s nature and culture on a private day tour featuring the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Tirta Empul Temple, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and Ulu Petanu Waterfall.
Walk among the forest sanctuary’s ancient trees and temples, learn about Balinese purification traditions at Tirta Empul, and take in the layered rice fields of Tegalalang. Finish with a visit to Ulu Petanu, a peaceful waterfall surrounded by tropical greenery.
Your private air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and admission tickets for the listed attractions are included. The schedule can be adjusted to suit your pace, subject to opening hours, traffic, and local conditions.
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup
Meet your driver at your hotel and start your private Ubud day tour. Pickup time can be adjusted by arrangement.
Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
Explore the forest paths, temples, and lush surroundings of Ubud’s well-known monkey sanctuary. Please follow sanctuary guidance around the monkeys.
Tegalalang Rice Terrace
Enjoy views of the iconic rice terraces and discover the traditional subak irrigation landscape.
Ulu Petanu Waterfall
Visit Ulu Petanu Waterfall and enjoy the tropical scenery. Paths may include steps and uneven ground.
Tirta Empul Temple
Visit the sacred water temple and learn about its Balinese Hindu traditions. You may take part in the optional purification bathing, subject to temple rules. Sarong and locker rental are not included.
Return to Hotel
Relax on the private transfer back to your hotel. Timing may vary with traffic and time spent at each stop.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Additional Information
Important details to help you prepare for your tour experience.
- This is a private tour for you and the guests included in your booking.
- Admission tickets to Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Tirta Empul Temple, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and Ulu Petanu Waterfall are included.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are available from selected areas of Bali. Confirm your hotel location when booking.
- The maximum tour duration is ten (10) hours, including pickup, sightseeing, and return. Additional time may incur a charge; confirm the rate before extending the tour.
- The itinerary order and timing may change due to traffic, weather, opening hours, local ceremonies, or your preferences.
- Purification bathing at Tirta Empul is optional and subject to temple rules. Sarong and locker rental fees are not included in the tour price and are paid directly at the temple if needed.
- In keeping with local temple practice, people who are menstruating should not enter Tirta Empul Temple or take part in purification bathing during their visit.
- Monkey Forest, rice terrace, and waterfall paths may include stairs, uneven, slippery, or wet surfaces. Comfortable footwear is recommended.
- Please do not touch or feed monkeys and secure food and loose belongings, following sanctuary staff instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a private tour?
Yes. The vehicle and tour are private for the guests included in your booking.
Are all four entrance tickets included?
Yes. Admission to Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Tirta Empul Temple, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and Ulu Petanu Waterfall is included. Optional temple activities or rentals may cost extra.
Is private transport included?
Yes. Private air-conditioned transport with hotel pickup and drop-off from selected areas is included.
How long does the tour take?
The tour is planned for up to ten hours including hotel pickup, sightseeing, and return. Traffic and time spent at each stop can affect the schedule.
Can I take part in the purification bathing at Tirta Empul?
Yes. Purification bathing is optional and subject to temple rules. Sarong and locker rentals are not included and are paid directly at the temple if needed. In keeping with local temple practice, people who are menstruating should not enter the temple or take part in purification bathing during their visit.
Can the itinerary be customized?
Yes. Discuss changes with us before the tour. Changes may affect timing and can involve additional entrance fees.
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