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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.

Unpredictable traffic and unreliable apps make a dangerous combo when it comes to planning your departure from Bali. Ensure your vacation ends as smoothly as it’s passed when you prebook this private 1-way airport transfer—online, in advance, for a transparent fee in the currency of your choice. Your driver will meet you, greet you, help with your luggage, and get you to the airport in good time.

Experience a relaxing arrival into Bali Ngurah Rai Airport with a guaranteed arrival transfer to Ubud or Sanur. Don’t worry about taxis or finding WiFi for rideshare apps, just walk right out of arrivals and you’ll find your driver waiting for you with your name on a sign. Suitable for up to four travelers, this door-to-door transfer will take you from the airport all the way to your accommodation in air-conditioned comfort.

Secure your adrenaline fix during an all-terrain vehicle (ATV or quad bike) adventure in Ubud with private transfers. After taking control of your own ATV—which grants you access to spots that are unreachable by car and coach, including a cave with a gorilla face—have lunch, a swim, and a shower. Then, visit Ubud Monkey Forest and Tegenungan Waterfall, and learn about local customs and traditions from your guide.

Arriving at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport can be stressful, particularly after a long flight, with freelance drivers and taxi touts all hustling for your business. Get your vacation off to an easy start and a stress-free finish when you book this private round-trip airport transfer service, in a comfortable car with space for up to four travelers plus luggage. To avoid confusion, your driver will hold a sign with your name.

If you hate to get your face and hair wet but would love to explore the world of Finding Nemo, don the special diving helmet and explore. Stroll on the bottom of the sea breathing air piped down from the surface as colorful tropical fish come rushing to you to be fed. Your tour includes professional instruction throughout—even under the water. Upgrade to add hotel transfers.

Soak up the best views in Bali on a sunrise trek of Mt. Batur, followed by a trip to nearby hot springs to soothe your muscles. A small group lets you set a pace that suits you, while climbing the active volcano in time for sunrise means you’ll skip the midday heat. Hotel pickup and drop-off add convenience to your adventure.

There are few better ways to experience local culture than a cooking class. In this small-group class, join your Balinese host on a visit to a typical market, then enjoy coffee and cake as you learn about herbs and spices in the organic garden. Next, master Balinese cooking techniques—including the use of a stone mortar—as you prepare and eat a delicious 5-course lunch in a traditional open kitchen.

Skip the self-drive hassles and check off the Ubud highlights with a private guide on this door-to-door tour. See natural wonders: Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and Mt. Batur volcano. Immerse in Balinese Hindu culture at Tirta Empul Temple and Ubud Palace. Stock up on souvenirs at an authentic coffee plantation and Ubud Market. Your day includes a buffet lunch overlooking Lake Batur and a local coffee tasting.

Begin your day the right way with a sunrise trekking tour of Mt. Batur, one of Bali’s most active volcanoes. Ascend to the summit at a relaxed pace in a small group limited to 15 and reach the top in time for sunrise over the Kintamani highlands. Upgrade to soak aching muscles at the nearby hot springs.

Enjoy the sunrise on the summit of Mount Batur on a full-day, small-group trek from Kuta or Ubud. Hike alongside your Balinese guides as you walk by flashlight, then enjoy stunning views of the island from the edge of an active volcano. Enjoy a simple breakfast as you watch the sun appear on the horizon. Climb over black sand and lava-formed hills while exploring the UNESCO-recognized crater, hike back to the base of Mount Batur, and pause to see a Balinese coffee plantation on the return trip to your hotel.

Balinese spirituality lies at the heart of Ubud’s serene charm. Begin with a scenic drive from Ubud Palace to the sacred springs of Tirta Empul Temple on this enriching cultural experience that would be hard to arrange independently. Dress in traditional ritual attire, learn the story and traditions of this cleansing temple, then use flowers, rice, incense sticks, and the sacred springs themselves to release negative energy and restore inner balance.

When you’ve had enough of temples and beaches, an off-road adventure by all-terrain vehicle (ATV or quad bike) is one of Bali’s top adrenaline activities. This one follows the Kuber Bali Adventure route, featuring a long tunnel, a waterfall, rivers, and more. Choose between a solo or a tandem ride and upgrade to add transfers: You can even throw in a rafting trip for an extra hit of adrenaline.

Explore the area around Ubud from an electric fat-tire bike on this tour along the Sok Wayah rice field path. You and your guide spend time riding around the area’s lush rice paddies, learning about life in Bali as you go. You even get the chance to stop at a traditional house for a snack!

Bali is a big place with little public transport. Between the hordes of scooters, giant tour buses, and assertive trucks, it’s a challenging island to drive—even if you’re used to the left side. Enjoy all the flexibility of independent travel without the self-drive risks by chartering a reliable professional driver for the day, direct from your door. You plan your own itinerary: Navigation and parking is his problem.

Discover some of Bali's classic sights on a private full-day tour from Ubud. Take a scenic walk along the Campuhan Ridge Walk and through the Tegalalang Rice Terraces, watch monkeys in the Monkey Forest, and visit the Tegenungan Waterfall. Sample luwak coffee at a coffee plantation, and stop for a restaurant lunch. Your private guide shares informative commentary on a tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

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.

Experience two of Bali’s top snorkeling spots on this Padangbai trip. Skip the taxi and enjoy private hotel pickup and drop-off. You can leave your fins and lifejacket at home, as all snorkeling and safety gear is provided. Enjoy a filling Indonesian lunch near the beach before heading back, or upgrade to add a cooking class, Ubud highlights, a waterfalls tour, or a visit to Lempuyang Temple’s Gates of Heaven.

Climbing Mt. Batur for sunrise is a signature Bali experience but requires a very early start. Avoid the risk of driving through the night when you book this no-frills package that includes the mandatory guide, breakfast on the mountain, a coffee plantation visit after your hike, and 2-way transfers from hotels in Ubud and much of south Bali. Upgrade to make this a private tour (minimum two people required).

Cliff-jumping from a waterfall without a guide can be dangerous, as water flows vary by season and there may be hidden rocks. Enjoy a safe adventure to north Bali’s beautiful Aling-Aling Waterfalls (Air Terjun Aling-Aling) on this morning hiek, which includes not only a guide but a life jacket. Along the way, you’ll enjoy rice terrace views, visit a Balinese home to taste fruit, and swim at Sambangan Secret Garden.

Visit Bali’s ancient temples and terraced rice fields on a full-day private door-to-door tour through the island’s most remarkable places. See the 11th-century shrines at Gunung Kawi (Mt. Kawi), and choose to join a ritual purification at Tirta Empul Temple. Enjoy lunch at a jungle restaurant, stroll in a lush rice paddy, and spot the long-tailed macaques in Ubud Monkey Forest before returning to your accommodation.

East Bali is stressful and time-consuming to drive to from south Bali, so relax with an experienced chauffeur at the wheel on this private door-to-door tour. You’ll see three of the area’s most attractive sights—Tirta Gangga Water Garden, Ujung Water Palace, and Lempuyang Temple, known for its Instagram hotspot Gate of Heaven. Finish up with time to relax on the white sands of Virgin Beach (White Sand Beach).

While most cooking classes give you the chance to create a few dishes, this experience lets you learn to prepare nine Balinese classics, making it the ultimate choice for food lovers. As well as mastering the basics of Balinese cuisine, you’ll benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide. Opt for the morning tour to include a market visit and shop for ingredients like a local.

Vacation photography can be a major headache, with awkward selfies, time-consuming setups, and partners tired of holding the phone. This private tour, which visits three of Bali’s most photogenic waterfalls, has the solution: Your driver-guide can take gorgeous photos using your phone. For ease, the tour begins and ends at your address in Ubud or the main south Bali hot spots. Upgrade to include entrance fees.