Full-Day Tour of Bali Water Temples and UNESCO Jatiluwih Rice Terraces
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This full-day bus tour from Ubud lasts about 10 hours and includes visits to several significant temples and natural sites in the western part of Bali. The trip begins with a two-hour drive to Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, a water temple located on Lake Beratan. Here, visitors learn about the temple's role in honoring Dewi Danu, the goddess of water, and its importance for irrigation in central Bali. Next, the tour continues with a 40 to 60-minute drive to Jatiluwih Green Land, the largest rice terrace area in Bali. This site is recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage for its traditional Subak irrigation system, which reflects local agricultural practices. Afterward, the group travels 40 to 50 minutes to Luhur Batukaru Temple, situated at the foothill of Mount Batukaru, Bali's second tallest volcano. Built in the 11th century, this temple was dedicated to the ancestors of the Tabanan rulers. Visitors can explore the temple grounds in a quiet natural setting away from typical tourist crowds. The final stop is Tanah Lot Temple, reached after about an hour’s drive. This 11th-century seaside temple is accessible at low tide and is known for its sunset views over the ocean. After the visit, the tour returns to the hotel, with the drive lasting about an hour depending on traffic. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, transportation by air-conditioned minivan, a driver/guide, bottled water, all taxes and fees, and optional lunch and entry fees depending on the selected package.
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Ulun Danu Bratan
The tour starts with a two-hour drive from Ubud to Ulun Danu Temple on Lake Beratan. This water temple honors Dewi Danu, the goddess associated with lakes, rivers, and irrigation. Lake Beratan serves as a key water source for central Bali’s agricultural irrigation.
60 min
Jatiluwih Green Land
After Ulun Danu, the tour proceeds via a 40 to 60-minute drive to Jatiluwih, Bali’s largest rice terrace area. It holds UNESCO recognition for preserving the traditional Subak irrigation system, which maintains local farming culture.
60 min
Luhur Batukaru Temple
Next, the journey includes a 40 to 50-minute drive to Luhur Batukaru Temple located at the base of Mount Batukaru, Bali’s second highest volcano. Built in the 11th century, this temple was dedicated to the ancestors of the Tabanan royal family and offers a tranquil setting away from tourist centers.
60 min
Tanah Lot
The final stop is Tanah Lot Temple, reached after about an hour’s drive. This ocean-side 11th-century temple is accessible only at low tide and is known for its sunset views. After the visit, the tour returns to the hotel, with travel time around one hour depending on traffic.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Full-Day Tour of Bali Water Temples and UNESCO Jatiluwih Rice Terraces
by Hire Bali Driver
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$78Overview
This full-day bus tour from Ubud lasts about 10 hours and includes visits to several significant temples and natural sites in the western part of Bali. The trip begins with a two-hour drive to Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, a water temple located on Lake Beratan. Here, visitors learn about the temple's role in honoring Dewi Danu, the goddess of water, and its importance for irrigation in central Bali. Next, the tour continues with a 40 to 60-minute drive to Jatiluwih Green Land, the largest rice terrace area in Bali. This site is recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage for its traditional Subak irrigation system, which reflects local agricultural practices. Afterward, the group travels 40 to 50 minutes to Luhur Batukaru Temple, situated at the foothill of Mount Batukaru, Bali's second tallest volcano. Built in the 11th century, this temple was dedicated to the ancestors of the Tabanan rulers. Visitors can explore the temple grounds in a quiet natural setting away from typical tourist crowds. The final stop is Tanah Lot Temple, reached after about an hour’s drive. This 11th-century seaside temple is accessible at low tide and is known for its sunset views over the ocean. After the visit, the tour returns to the hotel, with the drive lasting about an hour depending on traffic. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, transportation by air-conditioned minivan, a driver/guide, bottled water, all taxes and fees, and optional lunch and entry fees depending on the selected package.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Ulun Danu Bratan
The tour starts with a two-hour drive from Ubud to Ulun Danu Temple on Lake Beratan. This water temple honors Dewi Danu, the goddess associated with lakes, rivers, and irrigation. Lake Beratan serves as a key water source for central Bali’s agricultural irrigation.
60 min
Jatiluwih Green Land
After Ulun Danu, the tour proceeds via a 40 to 60-minute drive to Jatiluwih, Bali’s largest rice terrace area. It holds UNESCO recognition for preserving the traditional Subak irrigation system, which maintains local farming culture.
60 min
Luhur Batukaru Temple
Next, the journey includes a 40 to 50-minute drive to Luhur Batukaru Temple located at the base of Mount Batukaru, Bali’s second highest volcano. Built in the 11th century, this temple was dedicated to the ancestors of the Tabanan royal family and offers a tranquil setting away from tourist centers.
60 min
Tanah Lot
The final stop is Tanah Lot Temple, reached after about an hour’s drive. This ocean-side 11th-century temple is accessible only at low tide and is known for its sunset views. After the visit, the tour returns to the hotel, with travel time around one hour depending on traffic.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.