Discover the vibrant colors of untouched nature and authentic local culture on your journey to East Bali. Get ready for a day filled with adventures, offering you the thrill of discovery and exploration.
Get ready to explore an ancient cliffside temple tucked away deep in the jungles, far from the tourist trails. This mystical place shrouded in history captivates with moss-covered steps, hanging vines over stone structures, and lotus-filled pools — an Asian marvel known only to the most curious souls.
After this cultural adventure, take in the stunning beauty of the secluded Aan waterfall and revitalize yourself in the refreshing pool at the Gembleng waterfall.
You will also visit the Samsara Museum, where you will learn about the way of life and traditions of the Balinese.
After your trip, you'll have the chance to explore the authentic village of Tenganan. The people here live in a way that's distinct from other Balinese communities, focusing on traditional crafts. They skillfully make stunning sarongs using local cotton, practice batik by painting wax designs on fabric, and create a special sacred cloth called double ikat. This is an opportunity to discover these ancient crafts and take home some unique souvenirs.
Experience the captivating beauty and rich culture of the Island of Gods!
Morning transfer: At approximately 8:00 AM, a driver from Bali tours transportation company will arrive at your hotel/villa. Please wait for the driver at your hotel's reception area or near the villa.
Main program:
At 9:30, accompanied by an English-speaking driver, you will head to the first stop on the route - the mystical abandoned cliffside temple of Tegallinggah. The path to the temple involves a staircase that overlooks ponds filled with fish and lotus flowers. Covered in moss, these steps tower above the ancient stone structures, adorned with cascading vines and tranquil pools of lotuses – an Asian wonder hidden away, known only to the most curious adventurers.
Here, you will witness a rare sight for these parts – a rock-carved temple complex adorned with intricate carvings. Today, this place fascinates many explorers and historians, all drawn to uncover the mysteries of a structure that holds over 800 years of history.
11:30 - After experiencing the rich cultural heritage of Bali, get ready to explore the island's stunning natural beauty. You will discover Gembleng waterfall with its natural pool offering a breathtaking view of the jungle scenery. The waterfall tucked away from the usual tourist spots.
13:30 - The next stop is a hidden gem known to few tourists - the Samsara Museum, dedicated to the local way of life and traditions. A knowledgeable local guide will delve into the importance of Balinese rituals, explaining the customs and lifecycle - from birth rituals and child-rearing practices to funeral ceremonies.
15:00 - After an exciting morning, it's time for lunch at a restaurant that overlooks the ocean (lunch not included). Amidst the sound of the waves, delicious seafood or local cuisine dishes await you.
16:00 - The final destination of your Eastern journey - the authentic village of Tenganan, known for its residents and their traditional way of life. Here, things are different from the usual Balinese norms - local hierarchy and rituals have their unique style. The society here is quite closed and has only recently become accessible to tourists. Local craftsmanship takes center stage here. At Tenganan, witness the making of traditional textile treasures like vibrant batiks, sarongs, and the extraordinary double ikat, found nowhere else in the world. These beautiful creations made by skilled artisans are available for purchase, making for meaningful souvenirs of your visit.
Return transfer: Around 18:00, you will be back at your hotel or villa. The exact arrival time might vary depending on traffic conditions and the distance of your accommodation from the drop-off point.
Free transfer is included from the following areas: Nusa Dua / Jimbaran / Kuta / Legian / Seminyak / Central Canggu (up to Surya Gym Bali) / Central Ubud
Transfer with additional charge from the following areas:
- Uluwatu — additional charge Rp 200,000
- Canggu (after Surya Gym Bali / Tanah Lot area) — additional charge Rp 150,000
Vehicle capacity: one car accommodates up to 4 passengers. A child occupying a separate seat is counted as a passenger. Only infants traveling on an adult's lap are not counted. If your group consists of more than 4 passengers, a minibus will be arranged. The cost of the minibus transfer is calculated individually when booking.
During the rainy season, the steps to the Tegalinggan Temple can be very slippery, be careful when descending. If it is not possible to get to the temple due to weather conditions, then the guide has the right to change the visit to the temple in the program to an alternative location.
For safety reasons, the Tegalinggan rock temple is only accessible in dry weather and at the discretion of the guide. Otherwise, it will be replaced by the Pura Pucak Gumang viewpoint.
The guide met us on time, explained and showed everything. Thanks to him! We didn't have enough time for the restaurant, probably because we asked a lot of questions in the museum and spent a lot of time looking around.
I do not recommend this program. A good car with air conditioning, an excellent driver. And that's probably all that was good. In the program description, the only thing that matches reality is the description of the steps in the “temple.” Transfers between locations take 1.5 hours. First, we walked through the village, looked into the shops where, as they say, they sell homemade products. And that's all… In the Samsara museum, we were treated to pancakes and coffee, shown the territory of the village, but we never met the local guide, so we went to the museum ourselves, translated the information from the walls using the phone, and moved on. The waterfall is nice, multi-tiered, with natural pools at the bottom of each tier where you can lie down (we didn't swim as we didn't bring swimsuits). For lunch, we were taken to a restaurant with a view of huge trucks with stones and the sound of an excavator and jackhammer, instead of the promised ocean (we drove there for 1.5 hours 🥲), and the temple - probably a holy place, but we didn't see any lotus ponds, golden carps or a temple with stone carvings. Just stones and trash everywhere, and remnants of offerings from the past, apparently. Sad….. expectations were not met. For me, non-touristic Bali is authentic, without embellishments, as it is where the Balinese themselves live with their way of life and philosophy. 🤷 I don't want to offend anyone - but that's how I saw this trip.
Everything was very interesting and beautiful. In the ancient temple, you could really feel the energy of the place. We looked at Bali from a different angle. We had a wonderful guide, John, who ensured our comfort on the road and shared a lot of interesting information! Thank you!
swimwear
sunscreen
comfortable non-slip shoes
the waterfalls are suitable for people of all fitness levels
visiting temples is not recommended for women during their menstrual period
Tegalinggan Temple is not accessible during rainy weather
a refund for the service is made if the cancellation is made by the client at least 24 hours before the start of the event or in the presence of an official document from a medical institution regarding hospitalization
if the cancellation is made less than 24 hours in advance, the penalty amount is Rp 200,000
cancellation of the tour due to weather conditions is accepted based on official information about weather conditions that prevent the safe conduct of events. The organizers have experience and knowledge of the weather conditions along the travel route. No trip will be allowed for safety reasons if there is a ban on its implementation
a subjective assessment of weather conditions by participants in the trip cannot be the basis for a decision to proceed with or cancel the trip
refunds for cancellations due to weather conditions are not provided. The tour can be rescheduled for another date
refunds are made at the exchange rate set by the Bank of Indonesia on the day of payment
a full refund is provided in case the provider is unable to deliver the service in full
the processing time for refunds is up to 5 calendar days from the date of the request
the refund period is up to 14 calendar days from the date of the decision to refund
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