Top Bali Cultural Tours

Central and north Bali's highlands hold some of the island's most beautiful landscapes. Avoid self-drive stress on this private tour with hotel and villa pickup. See the Twin Lakes (Tamblingan and Buyan), Ulun Danu Beratan Temple on Lake Beratan, soak in hot springs, inhale the Jatiluwih rice terraces, capture Tanah Lot sea temple, and pose at Handara Iconic Gate.

Ubud is famed for its natural beauty, but the key sights are scattered across the countryside. See them without the stress on this private tour with a driver-guide who’s exceptionally skilled at smartphone photography. Alongside star attractions like Ubud Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and Tirta Empul Temple, discover less-visited gems like Ulu Petanu Waterfall and a coffee plantation. Upgrade to include lunch and entrance fees.

Travelers interested in an immersive cultural experience in Bali will love attending the Kecak fire dance show at Uluwatu Temple. Skip the lines and enjoy a close-up view of the action at this night-time performance, which includes fire dancing and colorful costumes. The show is carefully timed to coincide with sunset, so you get the best views of the cliffside temple and the Balinese coast.

Take a day tour around the Ubud area to check out some of Bali's most popular attractions. Stop at Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tegenungan Waterfall, Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, an art market where you can shop for souvenirs, Puri Saren Palace (Ubud Palace), and Tirta Empul Temple, known for its natural springs.

Perfect for photographers and Instagrammers, this private door-to-door tour lets you hit five of Ubud’s most beautiful attractions in just a day—with a driver to act as your guide. Pose for photos on a jungle swing; visit Kanto Lampo Waterfall and Tibumana Waterfall; tour Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple, with its reflecting pools; wander the Tegalalang Rice Terrace; and enjoy a Balinese lunch with a rice field view.

On this private day trip, explore all around Bali and visit a range of the island’s sightseeing highlights without ever setting foot on a crowded tour bus. Travel around the island with a private driver-guide at the wheel, and visit scenic landmarks like the Twin Lakes and the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces. Also, get gorgeous photos of historic temples and monuments like the Handara Gates and the Ulun Danu Bratan Temple on Lake Beratan.

Experience the lively markets, majestic temples, and natural wonders of Ubud on this private full-day tour, with round-trip transfers from Ubud and south Bali. You have the chance to customize your day to your own interests, visiting attractions like Tegenungan Waterfall, Elephant Cave, Ubud Monkey Forest, and the wood-carving village of Mas. Upgrade to enjoy a restaurant lunch, or both lunch and a jungle swing.

See the less-developed landscape of western Bali on a private, full day tour of temples, rice terraces and villages. Explore the centuries-old architecture of Taman Ayn temple, then visit Ulun Danu temple on the shores of Lake Beratan. Enjoy a classic Balinese lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Jatiluwih village to explore lush, terraced rice paddies then sample Bali’s famous luwet coffee at a nearby plantation. Finish your day with a stunning ocean sunset at Tanah Lot, a traditional temple built atop a seaside rock platform.

Perched on a cliff along Bali’s south coast, Uluwatu Temple is a sacred Hindu temple and a popular destination. Visit during sunset to independently explore the temple at its most atmospheric. Combine the visit with a spectacular Kecak Fire show at the temple, a visit to Padang Padang Beach, and enjoy a beachfront dinner (own expense) at Jimbaran Bay afterwards before returning to your hotel.

Visit the Gate of Heaven and spend a full day exploring eastern Bali on this private tour. This experience combines sightseeing with insights into Bali’s rich culture and heritage. You’ll see Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga, Ujung Water Palace, Virgin Beach, and Desa Tenganan, a traditional Bali Aga pre-Hindu village. Enjoy exclusive use of a private vehicle and guide throughout the day.

East Bali is home to some of the island’s most stunning sights—but you need to leave Ubud early to capture photos of Lempuyang Temple’s Gate of Heaven before the mist closes in. Relax in your own private vehicle on this private tour that includes the Gate of Heaven, Tirta Gangga Water Palace, a Mt. Agung viewpoint, and a gourmet lunch with an infinity pool and river views.

Discover Ubud’s natural wonders, UNESCO-listed rice terraces, and sacred temples at your own pace on this private full-day tour. Visit the Ubud Monkey Forest, and trek to the Tegalalang rice terraces, then soar through the trees on a jungle swing and cool off with a swim at Tegenungan Waterfall. Book the transport-only option, or upgrade to include entry fees, or lunch and entry fees.

Arriving at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport can be stressful, especially after a long flight, with freelance drivers vying for your attention and high prices charged. Skip the stress and lock in a sensible rate well in advance with this private arrival transfer, including meet and greet service and no hidden extras. This private tour ensures direct transport from the airport to your hotel without stops for other travelers.

Bali’s most unforgettable photo spots are scattered across the island. Fill up your socials without the self-drive dramas on this private Instagram tour with a guide who’s also your photographer. Start early to beat the lines at the Gates of Heaven at Lempuyang Temple; savor Tirta Gangga Water Garden and an unspoiled waterfall; and pose in swings and bird’s nests. Your package includes lunch and a tea and coffee tasting.

Experience the majesty of some of Bali’s most beautiful places without worrying about self-drive on this unusual private door-to-door tour. Besides admiring the rice terraces of Jatiluwih Green Land, visit three of Bali’s most striking temples: lakeside Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, the sea temple of Tanah Lot, and Luhur Batukaru Temple, on the slopes of a volcano.

The lush, fertile landscapes around Ubud are some of Bali's most magnetic. Experience them with a private driver just for your group on this scenic full-day highlights tour, with lunch and hotel transfers included. You'll visit Ubud Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, the Tirta Empul Temple with its sacred springs, and Tegenungan Waterfall. Cap it all off with an Insta-perfect session on a giant swing.

Have a great day out in Ubud on this full day out, where you will visit the Monkey Forest, take a jungle swing, walk through the rice terrace, learn about the water temple, and also spend time at the waterfalls. Round trip transfers are included in the price from most places. Note that entrance fees and lunch are extra expenses.

Self-driving Bali is not for the faint-hearted. Relax with the ease of a private chauffeur on these door-to-door day trips. Opt to explore Ubud, including rice terraces, a waterfall, an art gallery, the art market, and Ubud Palace. Or couple Ubud’s rice fields and a waterfall with stops at the Gates of Heaven and Tirta Gangga Water Garden. You can even opt to add a session on a Bali swing.

Explore one of south Bali’s top attractions in just a few hours on this tour of Uluwatu during the golden hour. With a private guide, visit the idyllic Padang Padang Beach before heading to the cliffside Uluwatu Temple. Here, learn about Indonesian culture, take in the views, and watch a traditional Balinese fire dance called “kecak” while you watch the sunset in the background.

Bali’s traffic is not for the faint-hearted. Leave navigation, parking, and kamikaze scooters to an expert when you book this private custom day tour, available in a choice of durations—please note the different coverage areas when booking. Your chauffeur will collect you from your hotel or villa in Ubud, Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta, Legian, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, or Sanur and either follow your dream itinerary or help you plan a route.

With no public transport and often choked roads, it pays to have a professional do the driving in Bali. Your driver/guide for this half-day private door-to-door tour is also a keen photographer, who can capture your group in three spectacular locations. You'll visit Taman Ayun Temple, a royal water garden temple, Batu Bolong Temple, with a rock bridge, and Tanah Lot Temple, perched mid-ocean. Upgrade to include entrance tickets.

Avoid rigid timetables, drive-by visits and crowded tour buses with this private, fully customizable day trip around Bali. Whether you’re into sightseeing or hiking or simply relaxing on the beach, build a personalized schedule from a range of potential destinations, from popular stops like Nusa Dua Beach and Mount Batur to hidden gems like Tirta Empul Temple and the Nyaman Gallery. Don’t miss out on a potential highlight just because you don’t know about it, either: get tailored hints and tips from your private driver.

Discover Bali's unique spirituality and visit important temples on this private tour. Start with the iconic Lempuyang Temple on the slope of Mount Lempuyang, which offers stunning views of nearby Mt. Agung. Then it's off to Titra Ganga, known for its beautiful pools and fountains, followed by a trip to the Tukad Cepung Waterfall.