Bali Day Tour- Ubud and Kintamani Volcano View (All Inclusive)

Bali packs a lot into one day. This private tour links Ubud and Kintamani with temple visits, a coffee plantation, rice terraces, lunch overlooking Mount and Lake Batur, and hotel transfers from around Bali. I like the convenience of having one English-speaking driver guide handle the roads, tickets, and timing. I also like the private format, which gives you more say in how the day unfolds.

The main consideration is the pace. Ten hours sounds generous, but this itinerary covers several separated sights. Some stops last only 30 minutes, and traffic can affect the day. The coffee plantation, jewelry workshop, Bali swing, and art market may also feel more commercial than the temples and countryside.

A strong French-language review praises guide Putu for explaining Balinese history and culture and for fitting the essential sights into one day. That is exactly where this tour can earn its keep: you get a broad first look at inland Bali without working out local transport on your own.

Key points to know before booking

• Private transport from your hotel: Pickup is offered from around Bali, and only your group takes part.
• A full 10-hour inland route: The day combines Celuk jewelry, Batuan Temple, Tirta Empul, coffee tasting, Kintamani views, Tegalalang, the Monkey Forest, a Bali swing, and Ubud’s art market.
• Lunch with Mount Batur views: The meal at The Amora Bali is planned around views of Mount and Lake Batur.
• Your driver serves as your guide: An English-speaking driver accompanies you throughout the day, with guide Putu praised for clear cultural explanations.
• Useful inclusions: Entrance tickets, bottled water, private transport, and buffet lunch are included in the $67.20 per-person price.
• A good fit for first-time visitors: You can see several major inland sights in one outing, though the schedule is busy and not every stop is equally cultural.

What the $67.20 price really covers

At $67.20 per person, this is not simply a ride to Ubud. The price includes private transportation, an English-speaking driver guide, bottled water, all listed entrance tickets, and a buffet lunch. For a first visit, that bundle removes several small costs and decisions that can otherwise slow you down.

The private format matters most. You are not joining a large coach group, so your party can receive personal attention and may have some room to adjust the order or length of stops. The itinerary says it can be customized, but you should discuss your priorities before departure rather than assume every addition fits comfortably into the 10-hour day.

There is a minimum booking of two people. That makes the cost more appealing for couples, friends, or families sharing the vehicle. A solo visitor cannot book this experience under the stated terms, and a baby car seat costs an additional IDR 50,000.

The price also saves you from arranging separate tickets and negotiating rides between scattered sights. The tradeoff is that the route includes shopping and tasting stops alongside temples and natural scenery. If you want a slow day at only two or three sites, this tour may feel too packed.

Starting at Sunsri House of Jewelry in Celuk

The first listed stop is Sunsri House of Jewelry, in the artisan village of Celuk. You spend about 30 minutes learning how local craftspeople combine inherited techniques with modern technology to create jewelry, from design through crafting and assembly.

This is a useful introduction to Bali’s craft economy, especially if you are interested in how decorative objects are made rather than only seeing them in a shop window. The stop is also short, so it should not consume much of your sightseeing time.

Still, this is a commercial-style visit. If you are not interested in jewelry, you may prefer to keep the stop brief. Ask your driver how much time is planned here and remember that the day has several more stops ahead.

Seeing the carvings at Batuan Temple

Batuan Temple gives you a more traditional cultural stop. It is a Balinese Hindu temple cared for by residents of the Batuan countryside, with detailed ornaments and temple buildings topped by distinctive roof structures.

You get roughly 30 minutes here. That is enough to look closely at the carvings and layout, but not enough for an unhurried visit. Your driver can help explain what you are seeing, which makes the difference between a quick photo stop and a more meaningful introduction to Balinese Hindu design.

Temple visits require respectful behavior. The supplied details do not specify a dress code, so ask the operator what clothing is expected before you go. Since the tour is private, you can also request a little more time here if temple architecture matters more to you than shopping or the swing stop.

Spending an hour at Tirta Empul Temple

Tirta Empul is the strongest cultural stop on the route. Balinese Hindu worshipers have visited its holy springs for more than a thousand years, and the water is traditionally associated with purification and healing through the story of the god Indra.

You have about one hour here, giving you more breathing room than at Batuan Temple. I like that balance. The first temple introduces local design, while Tirta Empul offers a better chance to understand the spiritual role of water in Balinese Hindu practice.

This is a sacred site, not just a pretty courtyard. Watch how you move through the temple grounds, follow local instructions, and avoid treating worship as a performance. The itinerary mentions the holy springs, but it does not promise that you will take part in a purification ritual, so do not book the tour expecting a bathing experience unless you confirm that detail in advance.

Tasting coffee and tea at Satria Agrowisata

Satria Agrowisata is a one-hour plantation visit in a jungle setting. You taste Bali teas and coffees, with the plantation particularly known for kopi luwak, made from beans that have passed through civets before processing.

This stop can be interesting if you want to learn about local drinks and see how a plantation visit fits into the broader Balinese economy. It also gives you a break from temples and vehicle time.

Kopi luwak deserves a careful approach. The tour description explains the production method, but it does not provide information about animal welfare or how the civets are kept. If that matters to you, ask questions before purchasing anything. The tasting is included, but additional purchases are not listed as part of the tour price.

As with the jewelry stop, this is partly a retail visit. You may enjoy the flavors and setting, or you may find an hour longer than necessary if coffee is not a priority. Tell your driver early if you want more time at a temple or rice terrace instead.

Lunch at The Amora Bali, with Mount Batur in view

Lunch is planned at The Amora Bali, described as a relaxed meal with views toward Mount and Lake Batur. The setting is one of the practical highlights of the day because it combines a proper break with the Kintamani volcano viewpoint.

A buffet lunch is included, along with bottled water. That helps keep the day simple, especially since you do not need to search for a restaurant while moving between inland sights.

The view depends on weather and visibility. On a clear day, Mount Batur and the lake give the meal a memorable setting. Clouds can soften or block the volcano view, and the tour specifically requires good weather. Do not judge the experience only by the photograph you hope to take.

The scheduled lunch lasts about an hour. That is a sensible pause in a long day, though the overall route remains active. If you prefer a leisurely meal, ask whether the timing can be adjusted without losing a later stop.

Walking the Tegalalang Rice Terrace

Tegalalang Rice Terrace is one of the day’s main scenic stops. The fields are shaped into terraces along the hillside, with narrow cultivated sections following the slope. You may see Balinese farmers working in the angled fields, an important reminder that this is working farmland rather than a stage built only for photographs.

The planned visit lasts 30 minutes. That gives you time to take in the views and watch the farming activity, but it is not a long countryside walk. Footing may be uneven, so sensible shoes are useful, although the tour information does not provide specific guidance about trail conditions.

Tegalalang is also an area associated with photo attractions, and the separate Bali swing stop is included in the broader Ubud route. The supplied details do not state whether the swing costs extra, so confirm that before you go. If you want a quiet visit to the terraces, tell your driver that scenery matters more to you than staged photos.

Meeting the monkeys in Ubud

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is a small tropical forest where groups of monkeys live. The listed visit lasts 30 minutes, making it another quick look rather than a long forest walk.

The sanctuary adds wildlife and greenery to a day otherwise focused on temples, crafts, food, and farmland. You may find the monkeys entertaining, but they are still wild animals. Follow the sanctuary’s instructions and keep your belongings secure. The tour details do not specify feeding rules or animal interaction policies, so rely on the site’s instructions when you arrive.

Thirty minutes is enough for an introduction, but some visitors may want more time here. Since the tour is private, ask whether the schedule can be adjusted. Keep in mind that extending this stop means shortening another one, because the day already includes many locations.

The Bali swing and Ubud Art Market

The Bali swing and Ubud Art Market appear as additional stops without stated visit lengths. That makes them the most flexible parts of the day, but also the least predictable.

The swing is a classic photo stop. Confirm whether its use is included in the tour price or charged separately, since only entrance tickets to the listed sites are clearly included. You should also ask about waiting time, as a popular photo attraction can affect the schedule.

Ubud Art Market gives you a chance to browse Balinese crafts and souvenirs. Shopping can be enjoyable when you have a driver waiting and do not need to find your way back to a hotel. Bargaining may be part of the experience, but the tour information does not spell out current market practices, so ask your guide for a sensible approach.

I would treat both stops as optional priorities. If you want culture and scenery, use the time for Batuan Temple, Tirta Empul, or Tegalalang. If you want gifts and photos, the market and swing add variety.

Why the private driver-guide setup helps

The driver is not only handling transport. The tour includes an English-speaking driver who serves as your guide throughout the day. That is valuable in Bali, where the meaning of a temple carving, water shrine, or farming pattern is not always obvious from a quick look.

The positive feedback about Putu is specific: he is praised for explaining Bali’s history and culture and for helping fit the essential sights into one day. If Putu is assigned to your booking, you can reasonably hope for that kind of cultural context. Guide assignments can vary, so ask the operator who will lead your tour and tell them what interests you most.

The private vehicle also gives you a better chance to pause for water, adjust the order, or spend less time at a commercial stop. It does not remove traffic, distance, or weather from the equation. The day still begins at 8:00 a.m. and runs for about 10 hours, so be ready for a full schedule.

Who should book this Bali day tour?

I would recommend it to first-time visitors who want a broad introduction to inland Bali without arranging several separate trips. Couples and small groups get the best value from the private setup, while families may appreciate hotel transfers, included lunch, and a driver who knows the route.

It also suits you if your list includes Tirta Empul, Tegalalang, Kintamani views, the Monkey Forest, and Ubud shopping. You can sample many of Bali’s headline sights in one day and decide which areas deserve a longer return visit.

I would hesitate if you dislike commercial stops, want long temple visits, or prefer a slow rural day. The itinerary is ambitious, and the 30-minute visits can feel brief. It is also not the best choice if your main goal is a dedicated volcano hike, since the tour provides a view of Mount Batur rather than a climb.

Free cancellation is available when you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted, and poor weather or failure to meet the minimum number of participants can lead to a new date or full refund.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you value easy transport, included costs, and cultural variety more than a slow pace. At $67.20 per person, the combination of a private vehicle, hotel transfers, lunch, water, entrance tickets, and a full-day route is a solid package for two or more people.

Before confirming, ask three questions: who your driver-guide will be, how much flexibility you have at each stop, and whether the Bali swing carries an extra charge. If the answers suit your priorities, this is a practical way to see Ubud and Kintamani in one demanding but rewarding day.

FAQ

What is the price of the Bali Ubud and Kintamani tour?

The tour costs $67.20 per person.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately 10 hours.

What time does the tour start?

The stated start time is 8:00 a.m.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Hotel transfers are included, with pickup offered from around Bali.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

How many people must book?

The minimum booking is two people.

Is lunch included?

Yes. A buffet lunch is included at The Amora Bali.

Are entrance tickets included?

Yes. All entrance tickets to the listed sites are included.

Is bottled water provided?

Yes. Bottled water is included.

Is a baby car seat available?

A baby car seat is available at an additional cost of IDR 50,000.

Can the tour be canceled for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You will be offered a different date or a full refund if poor weather causes cancellation.