The Most Bali Temples & Culture Tour

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1. Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pick-up before heading to Batubulan Village to witness the spectacular Barong Dance, one of Bali's most famous cultural performances. This traditional dance tells the legendary battle between Barong, the symbol of goodness, and Rangda, the queen of evil spirits, accompanied by the enchanting sounds of a Balinese gamelan orchestra

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2. Continue to the renowned Celuk & Mas Art Village, home to Bali's finest artisans. Explore Celuk Village, famous for its exquisite handmade gold and silver jewelry, before visiting Mas Village, where talented local craftsmen create beautiful wood carvings that showcase generations of Balinese artistic heritage. Here, you'll have the opportunity to observe the creative process and discover authentic handcrafted souvenirs

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3. Next, visit the beautiful Batuan Temple, one of Bali's oldest and most impressive village temples. Dating back over 1,000 years, the temple is admired for its intricate stone carvings, traditional Balinese architecture, and peaceful atmosphere. Discover the temple's rich history while admiring its beautifully decorated courtyards and sacred shrines.

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4. Continue your cultural exploration at Goa Gajah Temple, also known as the Elephant Cave. Built in the 11th century, this archaeological site features a mysterious cave entrance carved with mythical figures, ancient meditation chambers, sacred bathing pools, and lush tropical gardens. The temple reflects both Hindu and Buddhist influences, making it one of Bali's most significant historical landmarks.

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5. Your final destination is the magnificent Gunung Kawi Temple, one of Bali's most remarkable ancient monuments. Surrounded by lush rice terraces and tropical forests, the temple complex is famous for its towering rock-cut shrines carved directly into the cliffs of the Pakerisan River Valley. Descend the scenic stone staircase to admire these impressive 11th-century monuments while enjoying the tranquil natural surroundings and learning about the fascinating history of Bali's ancient royal dynasty. After a full day exploring Bali's cultural heritage, sacred temples, traditional villages, and artistic treasures, relax on the comfortable drive back to your hotel with unforgettable memories of the Island of the Gods.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Ubud

• Its from-price is 26% above the median of the 3390 experiences we list in Ubud.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1954 of 3390.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Ubud

Ubud is Bali's cultural heart, a town of temples, craft villages and dance set among rice terraces and river gorges in the island's green uplands.

The town centres on the Ubud Palace and the busy market opposite, with traditional dance performed in temple courtyards in the evenings. Saraswati Temple's lotus ponds sit just off the main road, and the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary shelters long-tailed macaques among moss-covered shrines and giant banyan trees.

Top-ranked sights in Ubud: Tegalalang Rice Terrace (Sawah Terasering Tegalalang), Tegenungan Waterfall (Air Terjun Tegenungan), Tirta Empul Temple (Pura Tirta Empul).

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