Eat, Pray & Bliss out in Bali

We will pick you up at the airport or the Anvaya Hotel at noon for a private transfer, with our guide, to the first destination, Ubud. If you arrive today, please ensure you're no later than 10 AM, as our journey begins promptly at noon. As we travel to Ubud, we'll stop at the stunning Tanah Lot Temple, on Bali's west coast, dramatically built in the ocean. If the tide is low, we'll have the unique opportunity of receiving a blessing from the Hindu priests at the temple's base. We'll arrive at the beautiful Adiwana Bisma Resort around 5 PM.

Join us at the rooftop infinity pool for a welcome drink at 6 PM. Take the time to relax and mingle with your fellow travelers. Dinner follows at the onsite Pistachio Restaurant , offering a delightful culinary experience to round off our first day together.

Our adventures start after breakfast as we head to the Monkey Forest to play with the local monkeys in a beautiful jungle setting.

We’ll drive to the Pyramids of Chi for an hour-and-a-half sound healing session, followed by lunch at the on-site Pyramids Cafe by Malaika.

At 1:15 PM, we’ll head to the Ubud artisan market, where Cathy will guide us through a fascinating tour. She’ll explain the art of bargaining and assist anyone who needs help with the process. You'll have about an hour to explore and shop for unique treasures.

Next, we’ll visit a beautiful Balinese family home, also known as a compound, for an immersive private tour. The family will share insights into their daily life and traditions, including a visit to their family temples. You’ll learn about the intricate Balinese offerings you’ve seen around the island.

We’ll participate in a private cooking class at the onsite cooking school. Together, we’ll prepare a selection of traditional dishes, which we’ll enjoy for dinner. Savor the authentic Balinese flavors.

After breakfast, we’ll transfer to Titra Empul Temple for a guided purification ceremony in the three holy water pools. The experience begins with blessings before entering the water. It concludes with a sacred blessing by a Hindu priest in the temple's inner courtyard. All supplies, including sarongs, towels, purification bracelets, incense, offerings, and ceremony fees, are included.

Following the purification, we’ll enjoy lunch at the Tis Cafe. Don’t miss the chance to try the famous Bali swing, soaring out over the stunning panorama of rice fields—perfect for that iconic Instagram photo.

This afternoon, we'll visit Kintamani Village, nestled on the northeast side of Bali. The village offers stunning views of the Mount Batur Volcano and its serene lake. We'll pause at a charming coffee shop to savor refreshments while taking in the breathtaking scenery.

Later, we'll return to the hotel to freshen up before a short walk to dinner. Our evening meal will be at Chora, a Mediterranean restaurant in Ubud. Enjoy the delicious feast.

Our day begins with a visit to the John Hardy Design Center and showroom, nestled just outside Ubud. Home to over 600 master artisans, the center showcases intricate jewelry craftsmanship. After exploring the showroom and design center, we'll enjoy a private lunch with the talented designers. You'll get an intimate glimpse into the creative world at the art center.

We'll arrive back at the hotel at around 3 PM where you'll enjoy a one-hour Balinese massage.

Later, we'll meet on the hotel open-air rooftop for a BBQ dinner and a Balinese dance performance. The graceful movements and vibrant costumes will captivate you.

We'll rise with the sun for early morning yoga and meditation, followed by breakfast before we head out for a day spent visiting north and northwest Bali. 

We'll visit the colorful Candi Kuning Market, with its great selection of handicrafts and the local fruit, vegetable, and flower market.

We'll have a guided tour of the Ulun Danu Temple (built on Lake Beratan) and stroll through the beautiful botanical gardens.

On the way back to Ubud, we'll stop at the Jungle Gold Chocolate factory and store.

Enjoy dinner on your own or with friends tonight.

We'll check out of our hotel after breakfast and head for Eastern Bali. Our first stop is the Besakih Temple for a private guided tour. This temple is also called the Mother Temple. This is the largest and holiest temple in Balinese Hinduism.

After the tour, we'll transfer to the village of Sideman to enjoy a late lunch at the Wapa di Ume Resort. If time permits, we'll take a short hike from the hotel to the river valley below.

After lunch, we'll check into the luxurious Alila Manggis Hotel, facing the Bali Sea.

Relax at the hotel before dinner at the on-site Sea Salt Restaurant.

We're off for a day at the beach after breakfast. About a 20-minute drive from our hotel, down a bumpy dirt track, lies the secluded “Pasir Putih” sandy beach. Enjoy a yoga class on the beach, then relax or watch the local fisherman haul in their daily catch. 

You can sunbathe and swim or laze around and read a book. The hotel will prepare a special lunch to enjoy on the beach.

We'll return to our hotel after lunch for an hour-long Balinese massage.

Tonight, we eat French cuisine at Vincent's in nearby Candi Dasa.

This morning, we’ll visit the often Instagrammed Lempuyang Temple. We'll tour the grounds and adjoining temples, followed by lunch and a Balinese offering class at Bali Asli.

The Tirta Gangga Water Place is on our itinerary for a private guided tour in the afternoon. 

We'll celebrate our final night together with a seafood buffet at the hotel's restaurant. Raise your glass and toast a wonderful holiday where friends and cherished memories were made. 

After a filling hotel breakfast, we'll head to the airport for departure home. Its time to say, "Sampai jumpa, sampai ketemu " or goodbye in Balinese.