Famous Ubud villlage and Dance Tour with Rice Terrace And Waterfall Visit

Ubud packs a lot into one day. I like the private hotel pickup and the mix of Balinese dance, village crafts, rice terraces, and Tegenungan Waterfall. I also like that the price includes the driver-guide, parking, and entry tickets, though the long schedule and several shopping-oriented stops may not suit everyone.

This is a full-day outing, usually running from about 8:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. You travel in your own group, rather than joining a large shared bus. That makes it easier to pause briefly, adjust the pace, or make a practical stop, as guide Komang G did for one guest who needed to visit a supermarket on the way back.

Key points to know before booking

• The Barong and Keris dance starts early: You need to be ready for pickup in time to reach Batubulan Village for the 9:30 a.m. performance.
• Eight stops create a full Bali sampler: You see dance, jewelry, painting, wood carving, a market, a palace, rice fields, coffee, and a waterfall in one day.
• It is a private tour: Only your group takes part, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
• The price covers the main extras: At $49.85 per person, entry tickets, parking, taxes, and the driver-guide are included.
• Lunch is not included: Plan to pay for your own midday meal and personal purchases.
• The schedule favors variety over slow exploration: Most village craft stops last 15 to 20 minutes, while Ubud Market, the rice terraces, and the dance receive more time.

A long but useful introduction to Ubud

I see this trip as a first-look tour rather than a slow, deeply focused day in one place. It links several well-known sights around Ubud and nearby villages, so you can get a feel for Balinese performance, art, farming, and nature without arranging separate taxis or entry tickets.

At $49.85 per person, the value is strongest when you are traveling with others and want transport handled for you. A private vehicle, hotel pickup, drop-off, parking, taxes, and admission fees would be difficult to coordinate independently in one day. You still need to budget for lunch, drinks, and anything you buy at the market or craft stops.

The tradeoff is pace. You will not have hours to browse Ubud Market or sit beside the waterfall. The day is designed to keep moving. I would choose it when I want a broad introduction to the Ubud area, not when I want a quiet day devoted only to rice fields and temples.

Starting with Barong and Keris dance in Batubulan

The first major stop is Sahadewa Barong Dance and Fire Dance in Batubulan Village. The performance runs from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., so the early start matters. Pickup is listed at 8:30 a.m., while the tour description also refers to an 8:15 a.m. start. I would confirm the exact pickup time with Bali Bliss Tours before the day begins.

The Barong play presents an ongoing fight between good and evil spirits. Barong, a mythological creature, is central to the story, while the Keris dance adds another traditional element. This is a useful introduction to Balinese culture because you are not simply looking at a monument. You are watching a live performance built around local spiritual ideas, costume, movement, and music.

Give this stop your full attention. It is one of the clearest cultural parts of the day, and the fixed show time shapes everything that follows. If you prefer a relaxed morning, the early departure may feel demanding. If you want to see a traditional performance without finding your own way to Batubulan, it earns its place.

Celuk Village and Bali’s jewelry tradition

After the dance, the route continues to Celuk Village for about 20 minutes. Celuk is in Sukawati district, within Gianyar regency, and is known for jewelry and silver work.

The short visit means you should expect an introduction rather than a long workshop or a detailed craft lesson. It can be interesting to see how the village fits into Bali’s art economy, especially after watching the dance. The stop also gives the day a change of rhythm before the later Ubud visits.

Shopping may be part of the appeal here, but you should not feel that you need to buy something. Prices, quality, and personal taste vary. Treat the stop as a chance to look, ask questions, and decide for yourself. With only 20 minutes, you will need to keep your expectations modest.

Painting in Ubud and wood carving in Mas

The next two stops focus on village arts. Dewa Putu Toris in Ubud is scheduled for about 15 minutes and is connected with Ubud’s painter community. Ubud has long attracted artists because of its creative traditions and setting, and this brief stop lets you see one part of that artistic identity.

Fifteen minutes is not enough for a full understanding of Balinese painting. Still, it works as a quick look at a local art form and gives you context before reaching the center of Ubud. If you are serious about art, note the name of the place so you can return later with more time.

Werochana Wood Carving in Mas Village receives about 20 minutes. Mas is known for wood carving and is located in the Ubud area of Gianyar. The stop helps show that Balinese art is not limited to galleries in central Ubud. Craft traditions also belong to the villages where artists work.

Again, the timing points to a survey rather than a hands-on class. Some visitors will enjoy seeing the range of carving and painting in one morning. Others may find that these short stops feel commercial. The private format helps a little because you are not tied to a large coach group, but the overall plan still keeps you moving.

One hour at Ubud Market and Palace

Ubud Traditional Art Market and Ubud Palace provide the day’s main central Ubud stop. You get about one hour here, which is more time than the individual craft visits but still requires focus.

The market has separate traditional and arts sections. The traditional market sells daily food and opens earlier, while the arts market carries handicrafts. This difference is useful to know because you may see two very different sides of the same area: everyday commerce and souvenirs aimed at visitors.

Ubud Palace adds an important landmark close to the market. Since both are included in the same stop, you will need to divide your hour between browsing and seeing the palace area. I would avoid trying to inspect every stall. Instead, walk with a purpose, compare prices before buying, and keep an eye on the meeting time.

The market can be the most tempting place to spend extra money. Personal expenses are not included, so your purchases are separate from the tour price. If you want more time for shopping, this itinerary may feel rushed. If you simply want a taste of the market and palace while someone else handles transport, the hour is useful.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace for scenery and walking

The tour then heads to Tegalalang Rice Terrace for about one hour. This is one of the day’s best scenic pauses, with coconut trees, a small river valley, and stepped rice fields at Tegallalang Village.

The terraces show how farming and scenery meet in Bali. They are not just a photo backdrop. The shape of the fields reflects cultivated hillsides and the work needed to grow rice. The village is also known for handicrafts, tying the stop back to the art-focused visits earlier in the day.

An hour gives you time to take in the view and walk a little, but it is not an open-ended hike. Wear practical footwear and be prepared for some walking. The tour information does not specify trail conditions or how far the guide takes you, so ask on the day if you want a longer route.

This is also a stop where the weather can affect your experience. The view is the reason to come, but cloud, heat, or rain may change how long you want to stay outside. The private vehicle gives you a comfortable base between stops, which matters on a day with so many changes.

Bali Pulina and the civet coffee question

Bali Pulina Coffee Plantation is a 20-minute stop. The main talking point is kopi luwak, a costly coffee made from beans taken from coffee berries eaten by the Asian Palm Civet.

The visit adds another side of rural Bali, and you may have the chance to learn about coffee production and taste or purchase products, although the supplied tour details do not specify exactly what is included at the plantation. Coffee is not listed as a separate cost, so ask your guide or the plantation staff what any tasting or purchase involves.

Kopi luwak also raises animal welfare questions. The description explains the production method but does not provide information about how civets are kept or treated. If this matters to you, ask direct questions before buying anything. You can enjoy learning about Balinese coffee without assuming every product is made in the same way.

The short visit works well for a quick stop. It may feel less important if coffee is not part of your interests, but it breaks up the drive between the terraces and the waterfall.

Tegenungan Waterfall closes the day

Tegenungan Waterfall is the final sightseeing stop, with about 30 minutes allotted. The area has green trees, natural scenery, and built facilities near the waterfall.

Half an hour is enough for a look, photographs, and a sense of the place. It is not enough for a long visit or an unhurried swim, and the tour information does not promise swimming access. Keep that time limit in mind if the waterfall is your main reason for booking.

Ending here gives the day a welcome change from markets and craft displays. After the waterfall, you return toward your hotel, with the expected return time around 6 p.m. The drive can be tiring after a full schedule, but one guest specifically appreciated that Komang G allowed a supermarket stop on the way back. That detail says something useful about the private arrangement: the driver may be able to help with a small practical request when timing allows.

What the private vehicle adds

The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a driver-guide, parking, taxes, and entry tickets. The private setup means your group is the only group taking part, which is a major advantage in Bali, where traffic can make a fixed route feel longer than expected.

The driver is an important part of the day. One guest praised Komang G for getting the group to each event on time and handling hectic driving calmly. Another gave the driver, Yusand, high praise for being kind and accommodating. The provider’s overall score is 5 from six reviews, and the two detailed comments place special emphasis on punctuality, kindness, and flexibility.

That does not guarantee the same guide every day. If a particular guide is important to you, request Komang G or Yusand when booking, but understand that assignment may depend on availability.

A private tour also helps families and small groups manage their energy. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and most people can participate. The listed dress code is formal, so I would follow the provider’s guidance and dress respectfully for the cultural stops. A vegetarian option is available if you advise the company at booking, though lunch itself is not included.

Who will get the most from this day?

I would recommend this trip to you if:

• You have one day for Ubud and want to see several different types of attractions.
• You prefer a private vehicle and hotel pickup.
• You want a traditional dance performance included.
• You are comfortable with a structured schedule.
• You like combining scenery, crafts, shopping, and culture.
• You are traveling with family or a small private group.

I would be more cautious if you want long visits at each place. Art collectors may want more time in the painting and wood-carving stops. Dedicated hikers may find 30 minutes at Tegenungan Waterfall too brief. And if you dislike shopping stops, three craft-related visits before the market may feel like too much.

The day also suits first-time visitors who do not want to work out Bali’s transport on their own. You get a broad view of the Ubud area in one outing, though you give up the freedom to linger.

Is $49.85 a fair price?

For $49.85 per person, I consider the tour good value when the included transport and tickets are useful to you. The day lasts roughly eight to ten hours, and the package includes a private tour, driver-guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, parking, taxes, fees, and admission tickets.

The price does not include lunch or personal expenses. That is easy enough to plan for, but remember that the market and craft stops can encourage extra spending. Your real cost depends on how much you buy.

The strongest value comes from convenience. You are paying to connect eight stops in one day, not just to enter one attraction. If you are already staying near Ubud and prefer to arrange short taxi rides yourself, the savings may look smaller. If you are staying farther away or want one person to manage the route, the price is easier to justify.

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book the Ubud day tour?

I would book this tour if I wanted a broad, practical introduction to Ubud with a private driver and a traditional dance performance fixed into the day. The best parts are the variety, the included fees, and the flexibility that can come with a private vehicle.

I would skip it if my priority were slow exploration, serious art study, or a long waterfall visit. Eight stops make this a sampler, and the craft visits may not appeal to everyone.

For many first-time visitors, though, the balance works. You see Bali through performance, farming, village crafts, shopping, coffee, and nature, then return to your hotel without arranging each ride yourself. Confirm the pickup time, plan for lunch, wear suitable clothing and shoes, and keep your shopping budget separate. With those points understood, $49.85 buys a busy but useful day around Ubud.

FAQ

Where does the tour take place?

The tour operates around Ubud and nearby villages in Bali, including Batubulan, Celuk, Mas, Tegallalang, and the Tegenungan Waterfall area.

What time does the tour start?

The meeting information lists an 8:30 a.m. start. The tour description also refers to an 8:15 a.m. start, so confirm your exact pickup time with Bali Bliss Tours.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately eight to ten hours. The expected return time is around 6 p.m.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour or activity.

Is a driver or guide included?

Yes. A driver-guide is included in the price.

Are entrance tickets included?

Yes. All entry tickets are included, along with parking fees, taxes, and handling charges.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch and personal expenses are not included.

Can I request vegetarian food?

A vegetarian option is available if you advise the provider when booking. Lunch is not included in the tour price.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.