Bali Tour Information

How To Spend Your Bali Tour

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Customized Bali Tours For Every Visitor

In order to give you a better overview about the various tour options in Bali I have structured my tour program into three different categories:
If you have never been to Bali before, have a look at my suggestions for First Time Visitors.
If you have been to Bali before you will find my tour suggestions in this more advanced category for Returning Visitors To Bali.
If you really think that you have "seen it all" and "done it all" in Bali, I suggest you head over to this section with spectacular tours for the Most Demanding Traveler.

Should you want to design your very own Bali tour please have a look at my Charter Rates.

The Most Essential Bali Tours For First Time Visitors

If you have never been to Bali before consider joining me on one or more of these "must see" Bali tours:
Art Villages and Kintamani Volcano Tour
Kintamani Volcano and Hindu Temples Tour
Jatiluwih Rice Paddy Tour
Ubud Art Village Tour
Tanah Lot Sunset Tour
Uluwatu Sunset Tour

The Most Spectacular Bali Tours For Returning Visitors

If you have been to Bali before I suggest the following more advanced tours which will satisfy even the most demanding traveler:
East Coast Tour
North Coast Tour
West Coast Tour

The Most Fascinating Bali Tours For Demanding Visitors

The following selection of interesting Bali tours is exclusively offered by me.

Even if you have been to Bali many times before you will find something new and amazing in the list below:
Special Tours For Photographers
Holy Banyan Tree Tour
Balinese Dances Tour
Spectacular Landscapes Tour
Ceremonies and Processions Tour
Special Tours For Shoppers
Private Shopping Assistance
Business Shopping Assistance

Design Your Very Own Bali Tour

Consider a charter of me and my car if ...
you have been to Bali before and you "know it all",
you know where you want to go in Bali,
you do not want to order one of those predesigned tours from my website.

With the charter option you are in charge and it will be your call:

You tell me where to go and I will take you to all the places which you would like to see.

Charter Tours

I am available for an extended shopping tour, a trip to secluded beaches, a visit to the villages of your Balinese friends, a search for rare birds or other animals, an excursion to the secret places not mentioned on my website, an overnight trip, a stop at a highly recommended restaurant, a snorkeling tour to a remote private beach, white water rafting, cycling, elephant trekking, spa visits, water sport such as surfing, parasailing, jetski etc.

No matter what is on your mind ... just let me know and we will work something out.

Please use the "Remarks" field of the Contact Form to specify all of your needs. I will get back to you by email with my own suggestions.

Competitive Rates For All Of Your Bali Tours

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The prices for all of your Bali tours depend on the duration and the distance that I will have to drive. Individual prices are mentioned in the tour programs.
If you book five Bali tours or more, you will get a discount of 10% from the total.
If you are a returning visitor to Bali and a former guest on my tours, you will also get a discount of 10% on all of your tours.
If you are traveling alone, you will also receive a special discount of 10% on all of your tours.
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A usual day trip around Bali takes between eight to ten hours. I will not charge you more if it takes a little bit longer due to numerous photo stops.

The prices for the Bali tours will also not go up if you book me for two or more consecutive days on an overnight trip. I will pay for my own accommodation and food.

For visiting temples I will have a complete set of traditional Balinese costumes for each on board. I will also provide umbrellas during raining season.

Included in all tour prices are:
my driving and guiding service
my meals
my vehicle with petrol
unlimited mileage
all entrance fees
all donations
parking fees
toll fees

Not included in the tour prices are:
your meals
and all other personal expenses.

Remember that all of my tour prices are covered by my Total Satisfaction Guarantee:

If - for whatever reason - you are not happy with my Bali tour services, your trip on that particular day is free of charge!

Design Your Very Own Bali Tour

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Consider a charter of me and my car if ...
you have been to Bali before and you "know it all",
you know where you want to go in Bali,
you do not want to order one of those predesigned tours from my website.

With the charter option you are in charge and it will be your call:

You tell me where to go and I will take you to all the places which you would like to see.

Charter Tours

I am available for an extended shopping tour, a trip to secluded beaches, a visit to the villages of your Balinese friends, a search for rare birds or other animals, an excursion to the secret places not mentioned on my website, an overnight trip, a stop at a highly recommended restaurant, a snorkeling tour to a remote private beach, white water rafting, cycling, elephant trekking, spa visits, water sport such as surfing, parasailing, jetski etc.

No matter what is on your mind ... just let me know and we will work something out.

Please use the "Remarks" field of the Contact Form to specify all of your needs. I will get back to you by email with my own suggestions.

Fact Sheet
Duration: Depending On Your Needs
Pick up: TBA
Price: Full Day Charter (8 - 9 hours):
Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.

Half Day Charter (4 - 5 hours):
Rp 200.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 250.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.

To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Business Shopping Assistance

2008-09-13T04:35:00.000-07:00

If you come to Bali to export some items to your home country or somewhere else, you will need a reliable friend and driver to show you around.

I will take you to the shops that you have found on your own and I will suggest other options that might be cheaper and better.

I can also take care of all the necessary arrangements after your departure (customs, cargo, etc.).

Fact Sheet
Duration: Depending On Your Needs
Pick up: TBA
Price: Full Day Tour (8 - 9 hours):
Rp 350.000,- for 2 Adults to 4 People

Half Day Tour (4 - 5 hours):
Rp 200.000,- for 2 Adults to 4 People
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Private Shopping Assistance

2008-09-13T04:34:00.000-07:00

No matter what you want to buy in Bali there are numerous options available.

In order to get the best deal you will have to know where you get a decent quality for a good price.

I can suggest many reliable shops that will not overcharge or rip you off.

Hire me as your personal shopping assistant and I will go with you to the best places to buy jewelry, stone and wood carvings, furniture, painting, handicrafts or whatever you might be looking for.

Fact Sheet
Duration: Depending On Your Needs
Pick up: TBA
Price: Full Day Tour (8 - 9 hours):
Rp 350.000,- for 2 Adults to 4 People

Half Day Tour (4 - 5 hours):
Rp 200.000,- for 2 Adults to 4 People
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Ceremonies and Processions Tour

2008-09-13T04:32:00.000-07:00

One of the most fascinating aspects of Balinese culture are the numerous temple festivities which are often accompanied by a long procession of offerings.

During this full day tour I will take you around the island to the temple ceremonies where you will have the chance to take unforgettable pictures. Depending on your traveling time, I will either suggest visiting an odalan which is the annual birthday of the temple or a wedding ceremony with its numerous guests dressed up in colorful customs.

If you are lucky you may even have the chance to visit a typical Balinese cremation.

If you are coming during the festival days of Galungan and Kuningan I will take you to the procession in my village and you may also say a silent prayer at my family temple.

To prepare the Ceremonies and Processions Tour for you and to suggest a good itinerary for the day please make sure to book this tour well in advance.Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: TBA
Price: Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Spectacular Landscapes Tour

2008-09-13T04:31:00.000-07:00

A full day tour around Bali to take pictures of various landscapes.

Choose whether you would like to see either brilliant rice terraces or beautiful temples in a lake or at the sea.

Depending on your selection I will drive you to the most fascinating spots in Bali and we will prepare your equipment to take some pictures.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 08.00 am
Price: Rp 500.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 550.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Balinese Dances Tour

2008-09-13T04:27:00.000-07:00

The beauty of the Balinese dance is known all over the world. Dances can be seen regularly at tourist centers and are also visible at almost every temple festival.

During this full day tour I will show you the various steps which are required to become a professional dancer.

We will go to the secret practicing spots where young boys and girls learn the first steps of a new dance. There is ample time to take pictures of the complicated steps and movements of the children and their teachers.

In the evening we are going to watch the transformation of one of those dancers into an admired figure of a Balinese dance. You will have the chance to see how the various layers of make up are applied and how the beautiful costumes are worn. With your camera you can document every single step of this process.

The day finishes with a performance where you can see your dancer perform in front of many spectators.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: TBA
Price: Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Holy Banyan Tree Tour

2008-09-13T04:23:00.000-07:00

The banyan trees in Bali are very tall and wide holy trees with a special feature:

They have creepers that drop from their branches and take root to develop into new trees. Banyan trees are often decorated with scarves and black and white checked cloths. They have both a spiritual and religious significance and are meant to protect the environment from invisible bad spirits.

On this full day tour we will visit the largest and most beautiful Banyan trees in Bali and there will be ample time to shoot brilliant pictures.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 08.00 am
Price: Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant,
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs,
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

West Coast Tour

2008-09-13T04:22:00.000-07:00

A full day tour through the seldom visited western part of Bali:
Antosari, a small village where the road up into the hills to Pupuan begins. Beautiful wide rice terraces border the road. We will have a short stop at a local warung in Belimbing to take some pictures.
Pujungan Waterfall, the highest waterfall in Bali hidden deep in the jungle, which is suitable for a quick swim in its refreshingly cold water.
Bunut Bolong, a spectacular large, holy banyan tree, which has roots on both sides of the street, so we have to pass through it.
Pantai Medewi, an impressive beach with huge, smooth grey rocks and small, round black pebbles. Medewi is best known in the surfing community of Bali for its long left-hand wave.Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 550.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 600.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

North Coast Tour

2008-09-13T04:20:00.000-07:00

A full day tour to Bali's unique northern part with interesting stops along the way:
Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, a floating temple in a serene setting at Lake Bratan.
Gitgit Waterfall, a 40 meter high waterfall deep in the jungle.
Air Panas Banjar, the hot springs are surrounded by lush tropical plants. Refresh yourself by taking a bath in the hot water which is good for your health.
Depending on the location of your hotel we will go back either through Pupuan with its superb rice fields or through Munduk to catch a glimpse over Lake Tamblingan and Lake Buyan.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 550.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 600.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

East Coast Tour

2008-09-13T04:17:00.000-07:00

A full day tour to the eastern part of Bali:
Goa Lawah Bat Cave, a small, old temple which is of great significance to the Balinese. It is situated in a small opening in a limestone cliff and is home to thousand of bats.
Tenganan, the village of the Bali Aga people who are descendants of the original Balinese. Unlike other Balinese villages Tenganan has unique architecture where traditional houses line up around the central road. The villagers sell Ikat textiles and lontar palm strips.
Taman Tirta Gangga, an impressive water palace built in 1945 and damaged in 1963 during the eruption of Gunung Agung. Today the palace and its surrounding swimming pools have been carefully renovated and the immaculate gardens with their impressive stone statues invite for a leisurely stroll. After visiting the water palace, we will drive through a large area of beautiful rice paddies and stop to take pictures.
Sidemen, a center of culture and arts, especially known for its traditionally woven batik clothes. The area offers marvelous rice paddy scenery and has a delightful rural character.Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 550.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 600.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Uluwatu Sunset Tour

2008-09-13T04:16:00.000-07:00

A half day tour to see the sunset at Bali's southern most holy temple:
Pura Luhur Uluwatu, a temple which is perched high on a sea cliff the south western tip of the island. During the sunset you will have a nice view over the ocean and of which is filled with playful monkeys.
On the way back home you may decide to have dinner on Jimbaran beach which is famous for its numerous seafood restaurants. Your table will be set up on the sand almost at the water's edge. Enjoy freshly grilled seafood and cool sea breezes while sipping a cold local beer with your friends and family.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Pick up: 16.30 - 17.00 pm depending of the location of your hotel.
Price: Rp 250.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 300.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included:
- Optional Dinner At Jimbaran Beach
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Tanah Lot Sunset Tour

2008-09-13T04:15:00.000-07:00

A half day tour to see the sunset at one of Bali's most famous temple:
Taman Ayun, a charming spacious temple surrounded by a wide, elegant moat
Tanah Lot, the best known and most photographed temple on Bali. The picturesque temple is perched on a little rocky island. From the cliff overlooking the temple and surrounding ocean you have a splendid view during sunset.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Pick up: 14.30 - 15.00 pm depending of the location of your hotel.
Price: Rp 250.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 300.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.
To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Ubud Art Village Tour

2008-09-13T04:14:00.000-07:00

A half day tour to various villages around Ubud where interesting products are created.
Batubulan, which is famous for its stone carvings and large open stages where Balinese barong dances are performed.
Celuk, the village of the silver and gold smiths who provide an exceptionally good quality of Balinese jewelry.
Mas, which is famous for the wood carvers who produce elongated figures from the natural shapes of tree branches and roots.
Ubud, the center of the Balinese art world, where you can visit galleries and see the work of local painters. Fact Sheet
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Pick up: 09.30 am
Price: Rp 200.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 250.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Jatiluwih Rice Paddy Tour

2008-09-13T04:12:00.000-07:00

A full day tour through stunning scenery visiting splendid temples:
Batu Karu Temple, a remote and hidden temple deep in the jungle. This quiet temple on the slope of Batu Karu Mountain is one of the six national temples in Bali.
Jatiluwih, means really marvelous. You will enjoy the beutiful emerald green rice terraces of Bali, watch the farmers working in the paddy fields and shoot unforgettable pictures of the brilliant scenery which you will see along the way.
Ulun Danu Temple, a floating temple in a serene setting at Lake Bratan.
Monkey Forest,where a rare group of nutmeg trees is the host to hundreds of monkeys.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 500.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 550.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Kintamani Volcano and Hindu Temples Tour

2008-09-13T04:10:00.000-07:00

A full day tour to some of the most beautiful place in Bali. We will drive along the following route:
Goa Gajah, the sacred elephant cave that is the home to the statue of the elephant god Ganesha.
Gunung Kawi, a memorial site set within a breathtaking landscape.
Tirta Empul, the holy natural spring water temple.
Batur temple, which is situated on a crater rim and is one of the six national temples in Bali.
Penelokan and Kintamani, enjoy the scenic views over lake Batur and the Batur volcano.
Ceking village, see the beautiful rice terraces along the roadsides.
Ubud, the center of the Balinese art world, where you can visit galleries and see the work of local painters.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 500.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 550.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

not Included:
- Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Art Villages and Kintamani Volcano Tour

2008-09-13T04:06:00.000-07:00

A full day tour to some of the most famous art villages in Bali. We will drive along the following route:
Batubulan, which is famous for its stone carvings and large open stages where Balinese barong dances are performed.
Barong and Rangda Dance, you will see spectacular performances of the fight of good against evil.
Celuk, the village of the silver and gold smiths who provide an exceptionally good quality of Balinese jewelry.
Batuan Pura Puseh, to see a typical balinese hindu temple.
Mas, which is famous for the wood carvers who produce elongated figures from the natural shapes of tree branches and roots.
Penelokan and Kintamani, enjoy the scenic views over lake Batur and the Batur volcano.
Ceking Village, see the beautiful rice terraces along the roadsides.
Ubud, the center of the Balinese art world, where you can visit galleries and see the work of local painters.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: 08.30 - 09.00 am depending of the location of your hotel.
Price: Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included: - All Entrance Fees
- All Ticket Performances Barong Dance
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

not Included:
- Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

Design Your Very Own Bali Tour

2008-09-12T16:20:00.000-07:00

The Most Fascinating Bali Tours For Demanding Visitors

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The following selection of interesting Bali tours is exclusively offered by me.

Even if you have been to Bali many times before you will find something new and amazing in the list below:
Special Tours For Photographers
Holy Banyan Tree Tour
Balinese Dances Tour
Spectacular Landscapes Tour
Ceremonies and Processions Tour
Special Tours For Shoppers
Private Shopping Assistance
Business Shopping Assistance

Holy Banyan Tree Tour

The banyan trees in Bali are very tall and wide holy trees with a special feature:

They have creepers that drop from their branches and take root to develop into new trees. Banyan trees are often decorated with scarves and black and white checked cloths. They have both a spiritual and religious significance and are meant to protect the environment from invisible bad spirits.

On this full day tour we will visit the largest and most beautiful Banyan trees in Bali and there will be ample time to shoot brilliant pictures.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 08.00 am
Price: Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant,
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs,
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Balinese Dances Tour

The beauty of the Balinese dance is known all over the world. Dances can be seen regularly at tourist centers and are also visible at almost every temple festival.

During this full day tour I will show you the various steps which are required to become a professional dancer.

We will go to the secret practicing spots where young boys and girls learn the first steps of a new dance. There is ample time to take pictures of the complicated steps and movements of the children and their teachers.

In the evening we are going to watch the transformation of one of those dancers into an admired figure of a Balinese dance. You will have the chance to see how the various layers of make up are applied and how the beautiful costumes are worn. With your camera you can document every single step of this process.

The day finishes with a performance where you can see your dancer perform in front of many spectators.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: TBA
Price: Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Spectacular Landscapes Tour

A full day tour around Bali to take pictures of various landscapes.

Choose whether you would like to see either brilliant rice terraces or beautiful temples in a lake or at the sea.

Depending on your selection I will drive you to the most fascinating spots in Bali and we will prepare your equipment to take some pictures.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 08.00 am
Price: Rp 500.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 550.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Ceremonies and Processions Tour

One of the most fascinating aspects of Balinese culture are the numerous temple festivities which are often accompanied by a long procession of offerings.

During this full day tour I will take you around the island to the temple ceremonies where you will have the chance to take unforgettable pictures. Depending on your traveling time, I will either suggest visiting an odalan which is the annual birthday of the temple or a wedding ceremony with its numerous guests dressed up in colorful customs.

If you are lucky you may even have the chance to visit a typical Balinese cremation.

If you are coming during the festival days of Galungan and Kuningan I will take you to the procession in my village and you may also say a silent prayer at my family temple.

To prepare the Ceremonies and Processions Tour for you and to suggest a good itinerary for the day please make sure to book this tour well in advance.Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: TBA
Price: Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Private Shopping Assistance

No matter what you want to buy in Bali there are numerous options available.

In order to get the best deal you will have to know where you get a decent quality for a good price.

I can suggest many reliable shops that will not overcharge or rip you off.

Hire me as your personal shopping assistant and I will go with you to the best places to buy jewelry, stone and wood carvings, furniture, painting, handicrafts or whatever you might be looking for.

Fact Sheet
Duration: Depending On Your Needs
Pick up: TBA
Price: Full Day Tour (8 - 9 hours):
Rp 350.000,- for 2 Adults to 4 People

Half Day Tour (4 - 5 hours):
Rp 200.000,- for 2 Adults to 4 People
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Business Shopping Assistance

If you come to Bali to export some items to your home country or somewhere else, you will need a reliable friend and driver to show you around.

I will take you to the shops that you have found on your own and I will suggest other options that might be cheaper and better.

I can also take care of all the necessary arrangements after your departure (customs, cargo, etc.).

Fact Sheet
Duration: Depending On Your Needs
Pick up: TBA
Price: Full Day Tour (8 - 9 hours):
Rp 350.000,- for 2 Adults to 4 People

Half Day Tour (4 - 5 hours):
Rp 200.000,- for 2 Adults to 4 People
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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The Most Spectacular Bali Tours For Returning Visitors

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If you have been to Bali before I suggest the following more advanced tours which will satisfy even the most demanding traveler:
East Coast Tour
North Coast Tour
West Coast Tour

East Coast Tour

A full day tour to the eastern part of Bali:
Goa Lawah Bat Cave, a small, old temple which is of great significance to the Balinese. It is situated in a small opening in a limestone cliff and is home to thousand of bats.
Tenganan, the village of the Bali Aga people who are descendants of the original Balinese. Unlike other Balinese villages Tenganan has unique architecture where traditional houses line up around the central road. The villagers sell Ikat textiles and lontar palm strips.
Taman Tirta Gangga, an impressive water palace built in 1945 and damaged in 1963 during the eruption of Gunung Agung. Today the palace and its surrounding swimming pools have been carefully renovated and the immaculate gardens with their impressive stone statues invite for a leisurely stroll. After visiting the water palace, we will drive through a large area of beautiful rice paddies and stop to take pictures.
Sidemen, a center of culture and arts, especially known for its traditionally woven batik clothes. The area offers marvelous rice paddy scenery and has a delightful rural character.Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 550.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 600.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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North Coast Tour

A full day tour to Bali's unique northern part with interesting stops along the way:
Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, a floating temple in a serene setting at Lake Bratan.
Gitgit Waterfall, a 40 meter high waterfall deep in the jungle.
Air Panas Banjar, the hot springs are surrounded by lush tropical plants. Refresh yourself by taking a bath in the hot water which is good for your health.
Depending on the location of your hotel we will go back either through Pupuan with its superb rice fields or through Munduk to catch a glimpse over Lake Tamblingan and Lake Buyan.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 550.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 600.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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West Coast Tour

A full day tour through the seldom visited western part of Bali:
Antosari, a small village where the road up into the hills to Pupuan begins. Beautiful wide rice terraces border the road. We will have a short stop at a local warung in Belimbing to take some pictures.
Pujungan Waterfall, the highest waterfall in Bali hidden deep in the jungle, which is suitable for a quick swim in its refreshingly cold water.
Bunut Bolong, a spectacular large, holy banyan tree, which has roots on both sides of the street, so we have to pass through it.
Pantai Medewi, an impressive beach with huge, smooth grey rocks and small, round black pebbles. Medewi is best known in the surfing community of Bali for its long left-hand wave.Fact Sheet
Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 550.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 600.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

The Most Essential Bali Tours For First Time Visitors

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The Most Essential Bali Tours For First Time Visitors

If you have never been to Bali before consider joining me on one or more of these "must see" Bali tours:
Art Villages and Kintamani Volcano Tour
Kintamani Volcano and Hindu Temples Tour
Jatiluih Rice Paddy Tour
Ubud Art Village Tour
Tanah Lot Sunset Tour
Uluwatu Sunset Tour

Art Villages and Kintamani Volcano Tour

A full day tour to some of the most famous art villages in Bali. We will drive along the following route:
Batubulan, which is famous for its stone carvings and large open stages where Balinese barong dances are performed.
Barong and Rangda Dance, you will see spectacular performances of the fight of good against evil.
Celuk, the village of the silver and gold smiths who provide an exceptionally good quality of Balinese jewelry.
Batuan Pura Puseh, to see a typical balinese hindu temple.
Mas, which is famous for the wood carvers who produce elongated figures from the natural shapes of tree branches and roots.
Penelokan and Kintamani, enjoy the scenic views over lake Batur and the Batur volcano.
Ceking Village, see the beautiful rice terraces along the roadsides.
Ubud, the center of the Balinese art world, where you can visit galleries and see the work of local painters.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: 08.30 - 09.00 am depending of the location of your hotel.
Price: Rp 400.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 450.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included: - All Entrance Fees
- All Ticket Performances Barong Dance
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

not Included:
- Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Kintamani Volcano and Hindu Temples Tour

A full day tour to some of the most beautiful place in Bali. We will drive along the following route:
Goa Gajah, the sacred elephant cave that is the home to the statue of the elephant god Ganesha.
Gunung Kawi, a memorial site set within a breathtaking landscape.
Tirta Empul, the holy natural spring water temple.
Batur temple, which is situated on a crater rim and is one of the six national temples in Bali.
Penelokan and Kintamani, enjoy the scenic views over lake Batur and the Batur volcano.
Ceking village, see the beautiful rice terraces along the roadsides.
Ubud, the center of the Balinese art world, where you can visit galleries and see the work of local painters.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 500.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 550.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

not Included:
- Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Jatiluih Rice Paddy Tour

A full day tour through stunning scenery visiting splendid temples:
Batu Karu Temple, a remote and hidden temple deep in the jungle. This quiet temple on the slope of Batu Karu Mountain is one of the six national temples in Bali.
Jatiluih, means really marvelous. You will enjoy the beutiful emerald green rice terraces of Bali, watch the farmers working in the paddy fields and shoot unforgettable pictures of the brilliant scenery which you will see along the way.
Ulun Danu Temple, a floating temple in a serene setting at Lake Bratan.
Monkey Forest,where a rare group of nutmeg trees is the host to hundreds of monkeys.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 8 - 9 hours
Pick up: 09.00 am
Price: Rp 500.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 550.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Ubud Art Village Tour

A half day tour to various villages around Ubud where interesting products are created.
Batubulan, which is famous for its stone carvings and large open stages where Balinese barong dances are performed.
Celuk, the village of the silver and gold smiths who provide an exceptionally good quality of Balinese jewelry.
Mas, which is famous for the wood carvers who produce elongated figures from the natural shapes of tree branches and roots.
Ubud, the center of the Balinese art world, where you can visit galleries and see the work of local painters. Fact Sheet
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Pick up: 09.30 am
Price: Rp 200.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 250.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Lunch At A Local Restaurant
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Tanah Lot Sunset Tour

A half day tour to see the sunset at one of Bali's most famous temple:
Taman Ayun, a charming spacious temple surrounded by a wide, elegant moat
Tanah Lot, the best known and most photographed temple on Bali. The picturesque temple is perched on a little rocky island. From the cliff overlooking the temple and surrounding ocean you have a splendid view during sunset.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Pick up: 14.30 - 15.00 pm depending of the location of your hotel.
Price: Rp 250.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 300.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included: - Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.
To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.

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Uluwatu Sunset Tour

A half day tour to see the sunset at Bali's southern most holy temple:
Pura Luhur Uluwatu, a temple which is perched high on a sea cliff the south western tip of the island. During the sunset you will have a nice view over the ocean and of which is filled with playful monkeys.
On the way back home you may decide to have dinner on Jimbaran beach which is famous for its numerous seafood restaurants. Your table will be set up on the sand almost at the water's edge. Enjoy freshly grilled seafood and cool sea breezes while sipping a cold local beer with your friends and family.

Fact Sheet
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Pick up: 16.30 - 17.00 pm depending of the location of your hotel.
Price: Rp 250.000,- for 2 Adults
Rp 300.000,- for 3 Adults Or A Family Of 2 Adults And 2 Children.
To see these prices in your local currency click here.

Included:
- All Entrance Fees
- All Donations
- All Parking Fees
- All Toll Fees
- Petrol
- Required Balinese Dress For Temple Visits
- Umbrella.

Not Included:
- Optional Dinner At Jimbaran Beach
- Personal Expenses For Souvenirs
- All Other Expenses Not Explicitly Mentioned Above.

To Book This: Please Use The Contact Form.