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South Bali Experience
7 days
Denpasar, Ubud, Batubulan, Celuk, Taman Ayun, Tanah Lot, Seminyak
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Day 1: Denpasar, Ubud
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali (afternoon or evening flight), you’ll be met by our English-speaking guide who will assist you with the transfer to your hotel in Ubud.
Day 2: Ubud
After breakfast we will go to Lake Bratan, a crater that lies serenely in the midst of an elongated valley which was formed centuries ago. A small temple called Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, to honor Dewi Danau goddess of the lake, can be seen on the lake promon- tory. Stroll along to Candi Kuning market, where local fruits, vegetable and flowers are sold. Next, continue through breathtaking valleys of rice paddies near Jatiluwih to visit Pura
Luhur Batukaru Temple, in dense jungle near the peak of Gunung Batukaru, Bali's second highest mountain. The ancient temple com- plex has a number of separate sanctu- aries joined by damp mountain paths, bubbling spring and large rectangular lake with a shrine in its midst. Afterward return back to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day f ree. [B]
Day 3: Ubud (Batubulan, Celuk)
Breakfast before leaving from your hotel in South Bali for Natai Lengkuas today’s tour. First stop at the village of Batubulan, which is famous for stone carving. We will have the opportunity to see a Barong and Kris Dance show that describes the eternal struggle between good (Barong) and evil (Rangda) and ends with a scene where the kris dancers fall into a trance and try to kill Rangda. Your cultural trip continues with a visit to Tohpati, which is known for batik products. Continue to Celuk, the center of exquisite silver works and Mas, known for fine
woodcarvings. Enter Ubud, known for its fine art galleries and home to a score of local and foreign artists. There visit the Agung Rai Museum of Art, which has an extensive collection of paintings by Balinese, Indonesian and foreign artists in classic Balinese and contemporary styles. Afterwards, you can test your bargaining skills at the Ubud market prior to a visit to Puri Saren Agung, whose royal family ruled Ubud from the late 1800's until 1917. Later return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure. [B]
Day 4: Ubud, Taman Ayun, Tanah Lot,
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