Bali Cultural and Nature Tour: Besakih Temple, Volcano View, Tirta Empul & Rice Terraces

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Overview

  • Duration:10 hours 0 minutes
  • Tour Type:Daily tour, Private tour
  • Language:English
Get ready for one of Bali’s most unforgettable day trips — a perfect mix of temples, culture, and breathtaking nature. This private tour takes you through the island’s spiritual heart and scenic highlands, combining sacred sites, mountain views, and iconic rice terraces that you’ve probably seen in every Bali travel photo.

Your day starts with a visit to Besakih Temple, known as Bali’s “Mother Temple.” It’s the island’s largest and most important Hindu temple, beautifully set on the slopes of Mount Agung. You’ll feel the strong spiritual energy here as locals come to pray and make offerings.

From there, your journey continues to Kintamani, where you’ll stop at Penelokan Village for a stunning panoramic view of Mount Batur and its lake. On a clear day, the sight is absolutely breathtaking — perfect for photos and a relaxing break in the cool mountain air.

Next, head to Tirta Empul Temple, one of Bali’s most sacred water temples. Here, crystal-clear spring water flows into stone pools used for holy purification rituals. You’ll see locals performing the melukat cleansing ceremony — and if you like, you can even join the experience for a truly spiritual moment.

Before heading back, enjoy a visit to Tegalalang Rice Terrace, one of Bali’s most famous postcard views. The terraced landscape is pure magic — lush green layers that stretch across the hills. You can stroll along the narrow paths, take photos on the swing, or just relax with a coconut overlooking the valley.

This tour blends everything that makes Bali special — spirituality, natural beauty, and local life — all in one easy and unforgettable day.

Highlights

  • Visit Besakih Temple, the largest and holiest temple complex in Bali.
  • Enjoy the panoramic view of Mount Batur and Lake Batur from Kintamani’s Penelokan viewpoint.
  • Experience Tirta Empul’s sacred holy springs, where locals come for purification rituals.
  • Explore the lush green Tegalalang Rice Terrace, a must-see for nature and photography lovers.
  • Learn about Balinese culture and traditions from your private local driver-guide along the way.

Itinerary

Pick up at hotel

Enjoy free pick-up from your hotel! Please be ready in the hotel lobby 10–15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time. Pick-up is available between 08:00 AM and 09:00 AM, and you can select your preferred start time during booking.

 

Besakih Mother Temple

Your day starts with a visit to Besakih Temple, known as Bali’s “Mother Temple.” It’s the island’s largest and most important Hindu temple, beautifully set on the slopes of Mount Agung. You’ll feel the strong spiritual energy here as locals come to pray and make offerings.

Kintamani The Volcano

From there, your journey continues to Kintamani, where you’ll stop at Penelokan Village for a stunning panoramic view of Mount Batur and its lake. On a clear day, the sight is absolutely breathtaking — perfect for photos and a relaxing break in the cool mountain air.

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Tasty Balinese food in a relaxed setting. No crowds, just good cooking and good views.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace

Classic Bali view. Quiet paths, bright green steps of rice, and that peaceful morning light.

Tirta Empul Temple

Sacred springs where locals pray and bathe. A calm, cultural stop with lots of history.

Back to hotel

Drive back to your hotel

Includes/Excludes

  • Pickup and transfer service
  • Service charge and government tax
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance tickets (if option chosen)
  • Donation (if option chosen)
  • Pick up and drop off from/to hotel
  • Personal expenses
  • Photographer (available to purchase as add on)
  • Lunch (available to purchase as add on)
  • Dinner (available to purchase as add on)
  • Tips

Important Information

Not suitable for:

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

What to bring

  • Camera
  • Food and drinks
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Cash

Know before you go

  • This is a private tour
  • Be ready at lobby/meeting point 10 min before pick-up
  • Itinerary may change due to weather, traffic, or crowds.
  • Women during menstruation are not allowed to enter the temple
  • Bali roads can be unpredictable; delays possible.
  • Bring cash for purchases; some vendors don’t accept cards.
  • Tour may be canceled or adjusted due to weather/unforeseen events.
  • Use a waterproof bag for valuables.
  • Starting from Ubud is most convenient; from Nusa Dua/Jimbaran/Uluwatu, tour is ~2 hours longer.
  • For smooth arrangements, contact us via WhatsApp 
  • Pick the tour option that match your trip style.

Cancelation policy

Your eligibility for a refund is based on the time we receive your cancellation notification:

  • More than 24 hours before the trip start: 100% of the booking price will be refunded.
  • Between 24 and 2 hours before the trip start: 50% of the booking price will be refunded.
  • Less than 2 hours before the trip start: No refund will be issued.

Frequently asked questions

What important information I need to know before I go?

Please take a note for these important information:
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

How do I book?

You can book our trip in 3 easy steps! Browse, book, pay and enjoy the trip!

How do I pay?

You can pay with your credit card, bank transfer, or Paypal, or pay when you meet us. Please note, that advanced payment with PayPal or credit card is usually cheaper than paying on arrival. We strongly suggested you pay with a credit card or PayPal for instant confirmation.

Is this a private or group trip?

Small group and private trip is available. Please select your trip during booking

What time is this tour start?

This tour starts from 08:00 AM to 10:00 AM, and can be adjusted to meet your plan. Please feel free to contact us to adjust it.

Can I customize my itinerary?

This is a private tour, you can change this itinerary to meet your plan and budget. Please contact us to modify your itinerary

Can I cancel the trip? And how much is the cancelation. fee?

Sure! You can cancel the booking anytime, at least one hour before the pick up time. We only charge a 25% cancellation fee if your trip is canceled one hour before it starts

Is entrance ticket included?

Yes, ticket and admission fees are included for Complete and Exclusive Package. Please check the Inclusion and Exclusion section below to check what is included and excluded

Extra Services

Baby seat

Baby seat

We can prepare a comfy baby seat for your little one

$20/package
Dinner

Dinner

End your day with a relaxing dinner arranged for you.

$30/person
Lunch

Lunch

Enjoy a delicious local lunch during your trip.

$20/person
Photographer

Photographer

A professional photographer can join to capture your best moments.

$60/package

Reviews

Dwiti T
Dwiti T@dwiti.t
We had taken a 10 days honeymoon tour with Didi, and we had the most pleasant experience. He is very much aware about all the places and routes, we had experience of the real bali. Didi is very friendly we had amazing pictures, tasted local fruits, saw amazing locations , did various adventures. I would highly recommend to take tours from them
Rinz Paulo
Rinz Paulo@rinzpaulo
We were lucky enough to have a tour guide like Tawan. He was so patient taking a perfect, instagramable shot for us. Lunch was great. Would definitely give him a 5 star and recommend to my friends as well. Keep smiling it's contagious.
Matthew
Matthew@matthew
The art museum was beautiful, and monkey sanctuary was so much fun! We also did some great shopping in the market. And we are so lucky that our tour guide Yos was so good! He taught us so much about the history and culture, we learned a lot and had so much fun with him.
Raymond
Raymond@raymond
Our driver for this trip was MANGKOK and we would like to express our appreciation towards him as he has definitely made our trip a smooth and memorable one. We needed to find a home-stay/resort at a very last minute and he even went the extra mile by bringing us to various places to check out and Ensure that we get a reasonable price for our short stay there. In addition, he will always cater to the customer’s requests, flexible in the trip planning and offered great suggestions for the places that are worth visiting in Bali! He is a friendly driver and a great guide who places our interests as priority. We highly recommend MANGKOK and will definitely hire him again for our next trip to Bali.