Day Trips from Bali to Ubud

One of the joys of a Bali vacation is pairing relaxation with local culture. Do both on this immersive all-day experience, which begins with a massage at a waterfall spa, continues with lunch, a giant statue, and the beach, and culminates in sunset at Uluwatu Temple. Soak up Balinese tradition at a kecak and fire dance performance on the cliffs, then feast on seafood on the sands of Jimbaran Beach.

The natural wonders around Ubud are best explored with a professional at the wheel. This half-day private door-to-door tour hits the highlights in good time, with a morning stop at Tegenungan Waterfall, a jungle-clad cascade, and Tegalalang Rice Terrace, for Ubud's best-known rice field views. After a optional restaurant lunch, hit a couple of signature downtown Ubud sights, including Ubud Palace.

Discover the beauty of eastern Bali with your own private driver to show you around. See Pura Goa Lawah, Ujung Water Palace, Virgin Beach, Tenganan Ancient Village, and much, much more, with convenient round-trip hotel pickup included plus the option to include a tasty Indonesian lunch. Choose when your tour starts, and don’t be shy about picking your guide’s brain as you sightsee.

Traverse Ubud with your own private, English-speaking guide on this driving tour. Go straight from your accommodation to see places like Celuk Village, Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, and much more. Get your driver’s help taking the best possible photos at the stops, and explore Ubud town at your leisure during an hour of free time.

North and west Bali offer views and temples that require long drives on challenging roads. This private full-day tour visits three of Bali's most beautiful temples: Ulun Danu Beratan, Tanah Lot, and Taman Ayun. Learn about Balinese agriculture at Jatiluwih rice terraces, a coffee plantation, and a local market, visit Penatahan Hot Springs for relaxation, and enjoy lunch along the way with a professional English-speaking driver guide.

See Bali on your own terms and visit the attractions that you want to see with this car-and-driver service, which includes fuel and pickup from hotels in many of the island's key tourist areas. Create an itinerary that's right for you or ask your driver to provide recommendations based on your interests.

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With vivid rice terraces and tranquil water temples, north Bali’s charms are spectacular. But it’s time-consuming to reach from Ubud or south Bali. Leave driving to the experts on this private tour with a driver-guide who can explain the cultural context. Visit three classic temples—Taman Ayun, Ulun Danu Beratan, and Tanah Lot—inhale views at Wanagiri Hidden Hills and Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, and snap photos at Handara Iconic Gate.

Experience several of Bali's top attractions in one convenient day trip that combines nature with culture. Temples, waterfalls, rice paddies, palaces, and monkeys-sit back and see them all with a private car and guide who can help take fantastic pictures of you. At the Bali Swing, enjoy incredible views as well as a delicious lunch.

The sunrise views from Bali’s active Mt. Batur volcano are staggering—but you’ll need an early start to make the summit in time. Sleep in a little longer by booking this private tour, which picks up and drops off directly at your hotel or villa with no stops to collect other travelers. Hike at your own pace with your personal trekking guide, then enjoy a simple breakfast with volcano-steamed eggs near the crater rim.

Your journey, your way. Unlike fixed-route shuttles, this is a fully private, flexible charter — no shared vehicle, no rigid schedule. Add stops, linger at a viewpoint, or change your route on the fly. Experienced, friendly drivers. Our drivers know Bali's roads, shortcuts, and hidden spots well beyond the usual tourist stops, and are happy to share recommendations along the way. Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles, regularly serviced and cleaned, with complimentary bottled water for every traveler. No hidden costs. The price you see covers the driver, fuel, and vehicle — you'll always know what's included before you book. Door-to-door convenience. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or villa — no need to find your way to a meeting point. Safety first. Licensed drivers, well-maintained vehicles, and insurance coverage for total peace of mind.

Bali is renowned for its temples, which combine Hindu symbolism with ancient architecture. See the best of the island’s religious structures on a private full-day tour that transports you between dispersed temples with ease. As well as classics like the island's "Mother Temple", Besakih, and Ubud’s Tirta Empul Temple and Elephant Cave, you’ll visit Mt. Kawi temple and Kehen Temple. Upgrade to include entry tickets and a restaurant lunch.

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.

Discover the spiritual heart of Bali with our Bali Full-Day The Gate of Heaven Tour by VW Safari Classic Car. Join us for a sacred adventure in our iconic Volkswagen Safari car, and explore the stunning Lempuyang Temple, also known as the Gate of Heaven. Visit the beautiful Tirta Gangga Water Garden, relax at the pristine Virgin Beach, and experience the traditional way of life in Tenganan Village. Our professional driver will provide you with all the information you need, while you soak in the scenic views of sleepy villages, rice terraces, and friendly Balinese people. Let the wind blow through your hair as we meander through Bali's back roads in our open-top classic VW. Join us for an unforgettable spiritual journey!

Combine several aquatic adventures into one thrilling day with a single simple booking, thanks to this private Seminyak experience. Try your hand at jet skiing, parasailing, and banana boat riding, then enjoy a complimentary lunch to get your energy back up. Complete the day with a relaxing spa treatment to decompress after all the fun on the water. Note that alcoholic beverages are not included.

From the Gates of Heaven to Tirta Gangga Water Garden, east Bali offers some of the island’s most Instagrammed destinations—but it’s a long and challenging drive from most accommodations. Hit the highlights in just a day, with ample time to grab the perfect shot, on this private adventure that also takes in Ujung Water Palace, Virgin Beach, and Tenganan Village. Your tour includes tickets: Upgrade to add a restaurant lunch.

Enjoy a well-rounded day of watersports, sightseeing, spa treatments, and sunset-watching with this experience in Bali. Try your hand at jet skiing, parasailing, and/or riding a banana boat before your spa and massage treatments. A set menu for lunch and a grilled seafood dinner on the beach are included aswell as private, round-trip hotel transfers for a completely hassle-free day.

Enjoy two outdoor adventures in just one day on this Bali combo tour—no need to juggle separate bookings. Hit the water as you tube down the Ayung River, then ride an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) through rice fields and along jungle trails that regular vehicles can't access. All skill levels are welcome, with a guide on hand throughout.

Self-driving Bali can be stressful. Soak up the serenity of three distinct Hindu temples with a Balinese dance performance, a beach stop, and a seafood dinner on this private door-to-door tour. Visit Taman Ayun Temple with its pretty water garden, see Tanah Lot Temple framed by breaking waves, and savor sunset at Uluwatu Temple. Upgrade to include lunch, dinner, dance tickets, and entry fees.

A ride on a Bali swing is a must for social media fans, as is an Uluwatu sunset. But Ubud and Uluwatu are at least a 2-hour journey apart. This private tour lets you experience both in one day, without worrying about timing, logistics, or tickets. Start at a Bali swing, eat lunch, then head south, for sunset, a kecak and fire dance, and a seafood feast on the beach.

The lush hillside rice terraces of Bali's interior are stunning but can be challenging to explore independently. This private VW Safari tour takes care of all the logistics while adding a memorable vintage twist to your journey by taking you through the countryside in a classic Volkswagen. Visit such attractions as Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, Taman Ayun Temple, Batukaru Temple, and Tanah Lot.

A convenient way to explore Bali, this private tour through Ubud makes your journey easy. Discover the cultural richness of Ubud as you experience highlights including the Holy Spring Temple for ritual purification, Tegalalang Rice Terrace where Balinese farmers cultivate rice, the Monkey Forest home to around 700 Balinese long-tailed macaques, and a hidden waterfall in Ubud.

Hit the highlights of south Bali’s Bukit Peninsula on this private full-day tour, with 2-way transfers direct from your hotel or villa. Try fly fishing, Jet Ski, or banana boat, soak up the rays on Padang Padang Beach, visit the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, and enjoy a restaurant lunch. Explore clifftop Uluwatu Temple, watch the “kecak” and fire dance, then feast on seafood on Jimbaran Beach.

The lush landscapes around Ubud are some of Bali’s most beautiful. Get a comprehensive taste on this full-day experience, with a private driver/guide direct from your south Bali, central Bali, or east Bali address, plus onboard Wi-Fi. You’ll ride an all-terrain vehicle (ATV or quad bike) amid rivers, forests, and villages, pose for photos at a Bali swing and Kanto Lampo Waterfall, and savor views of Tegalalang Rice Terrace.