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Ubud Temple Tours: the 15 Best Days Around the Valley

21 tours  ·  from $18 a head

Water temples, the monkey forest, terraces and a waterfall, usually in one long loop. The 15 below compare how many stops each really fits, the driving between them and whether the cleansing ritual is included.

Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple - Happy Swing Bali and the photo-friendly jungle view
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Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple

1.Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,160 reviews · from $31Our pick

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Ubud with a private English-speaking driver-guide. Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tegenungan Waterfall, Tirta Empul Temple, a jungle swing, Celuk Village, and an Ubud market. Entrance fees depend on the option you book.

“Amazing experience with Mr. Adik. He was very punctual, polite and professional. He went out of the way to show us wood carving manufacturing place and hand made paintings shop on the way to Ubud. He explained about the places we visited and made our trip very enjoyable one. I was travelling with my elderly father and he made sure my father feels comfortable during the trip. I would love to repeat him as our driver/guide for the future trips to Indonesia as well.”

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Ubud: Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour - Starting the day from your hotel
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Ubud: Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

2.Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,484 reviews · 10 hours · from $29

You’ll travel by private car with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Atta, Ageng, or I Wayan Top, visiting Tirta Empul, Tukad Cepung, Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tegalalang. The pace can shift with weather, crowds, and your interests, making this a flexible day rather than a rigid group excursion.

“I wayan Top was very nice and kind! Everything was excellent and we enjoyed the trip! He was driving very safely and everything on schedule. He gave us free time to enjoy and many advices and tips!”

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Uluwatu Sunset, Kecak Dance, and Dinner Jimbaran Beach - Why the private driver matters
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Uluwatu Sunset, Kecak Dance, and Dinner Jimbaran Beach

3.Uluwatu Sunset, Kecak Dance, and Dinner Jimbaran Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,681 reviews · from $35

Spend about seven hours with a private driver-guide such as Mur, Nyoman, or Wayan, visiting Uluwatu Temple, watching the Kecak Fire Dance at sunset, and eating seafood on Jimbaran Beach. Hotel pickup and drop-off are offered from many south Bali and Ubud hotels.

“Naya our tour guide/driver was early to arrive at our place. He was very accomodating, friendly, and tried his best to answer our questions about the trip and Balinese culture and religion in general. The trip from Canggu to Uluwatu was 2hRead more”

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Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey - Ulun Danu Beratan and the first lake views
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Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey

4.Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,620 reviews · from $100

Leave Ubud at 6am for a private, air-conditioned tour through North Bali. Your English-speaking driver-guide takes you to Ulun Danu Beratan, twin lakes, Banyumala Waterfalls, Jatiluwih rice terraces, Batu Bolong, and Tanah Lot, with lunch and photo help included.

“It was a wonderful experience which was made even better by our driver/photographer/guide Katut. He was very knowledgeable and answered to all our queries with a smile. We had a wonderful day and will definitely recommend the trip especially with katut and i promise no one will regret it”

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Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali - Ulun Danu Bratan and the temple on the lake
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Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali

5.Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,539 reviews · from $39

Travel by private air-conditioned minivan from your hotel to four major Bali sights. Your driver-guide explains temple customs, subak irrigation, and local culture, with guides such as Wayan, Agus, Putra, and Berata praised for their care and English. Lunch is optional, and entry fees depend on the package.

“Our tour guide was outstanding and very knowledgeable about Bali. He was flexible and guide us to amazing sites of Bali.”

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Tirta Empul: Temple Tour with Optional Spiritual Cleansing - Entering through the Candi Bentar
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Tirta Empul: Temple Tour with Optional Spiritual Cleansing

6.Tirta Empul: Temple Tour with Optional Spiritual Cleansing

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,257 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $24

Explore Tirta Empul’s three sacred mandalas with an English-speaking guide such as Mangku, Kar, Hendra, or Sagita. Choose a guided melukat purification ritual, then add Ubud transfers, coffee tasting, lunch, massage, Polaroid photos, or a jungle swing.

“Karba John was a brilliant guide, very knowledgeable, answered all questions and was very friendly, he is also an amazing photographer! Thanks so much it was a brilliant trip!”

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Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour - Tirta Gangga’s spring-fed pools and fountains
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Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour

7.Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 737 reviews · from $85

You’ll visit Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga, Tukad Cepung Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and a jungle swing in one private day from Ubud. Drivers such as Berata, Bagus, Komang Pi, and Krisda are praised for safe driving, local insight, and taking excellent photos. Start around 4 a.m. to cut the temple wait.

“Our tour guide Yandek was very friendly and knowledgeable about the Balinese culture. He was also very accommodating with the itinerary. Traffic can be heavy, but he is a smooth driver. This tour was a great way to see Bali with a local person. I wouldn’t have done it any other way. I would highly recommend him!”

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Ubud Tour with Monkey Forest Waterfalls Temples and More - Tegalalang Rice Terrace and the subak tradition
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Ubud Tour with Monkey Forest Waterfalls Temples and More

8.Ubud Tour with Monkey Forest Waterfalls Temples and More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 495 reviews · from $30

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Ubud by private vehicle with a guide such as Dika, Made, Juli, Karyana, or Sutha. Visit the Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul, Tegenungan Waterfall, and a Bali Swing, with an optional lunch and flexible routing.

“Today we spent the day withJuli. He was excellent, so kind, spoke English so well and was very knowledgeable and helpful on our guided tour.”

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Ubud Top Attractions: Waterfalls, Temples and Rice Terraces - Kanto Lampo Waterfall: a short walk to the river
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Ubud Top Attractions: Waterfalls, Temples and Rice Terraces

9.Ubud Top Attractions: Waterfalls, Temples and Rice Terraces

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · from $39

Spend about eight hours exploring Kanto Lampo and Tibumana waterfalls, Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and a jungle swing. Your private driver handles the roads, photos, and timing. Guides such as Ardi, Agus, Ari, and Bagus are praised for friendly service and local insight.

“Our tour guide Agus was brilliant. He arrived on time. He was kind and polite, gave us so much information about our tour and Bali. All the waterfalls were beautiful, and all the other sights as well as lunch was delicious at Ubud. Loved everything.”

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Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights - Pandawa Beach and the southern coast
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Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights

10.Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · from $45

Spend 8 to 10 hours with a private driver-guide visiting Pandawa Beach, Uluwatu Temple, and the sunset Kecak dance, then finish at Jimbaran Bay. The route can be adjusted, and guides such as Agus, Kris, Dudy, and Wayan Suardika have been praised for flexible service and local insight.

“We had a great day on this tour. We were collected on time and taken in a comfortable car down to the beaches on the southern side of the island, followed up by a lovely lunch at a place recommended by our driver, then we went to the Uluwatu temple. Our driver was great, he taught us lots about Balinese culture and the way of life over here. I would definitely recommend to anyone considering.”

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Half-Day Ubud Electric Cycling Tour to Tirta Empul Water Temple - Rice fields, village roads, and everyday Bali
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Half-Day Ubud Electric Cycling Tour to Tirta Empul Water Temple

11.Half-Day Ubud Electric Cycling Tour to Tirta Empul Water Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 315 reviews · from $49

Start with hotel pickup in Ubud, then ride an electric bicycle through rice fields, villages, and rural temples. Your guide explains Balinese life along the way before you visit Tirta Empul and finish with lunch at Pangkon Bali Resto. Bob is one guide praised for his warmth and clear explanations.

“One of the highlights of my trip to Bali! This electric cycling tour was so much fun and a great way to explore local Ubud. We passed beautiful rice paddies and stopped along the way to learn about Balinese culture. The ride itself was intermeRead more”

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Gorilla Cave ATV Bali Ubud, Monkey Forest, Temple, and Lunch - What the 10-hour day feels like
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Gorilla Cave ATV Bali Ubud, Monkey Forest, Temple, and Lunch

12.Gorilla Cave ATV Bali Ubud, Monkey Forest, Temple, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · from $75

Spend about 10 hours combining a muddy ATV ride near Ubud with the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary and Puseh Batuan Temple. Guides such as Krisda, Radi, Ardy, and Eka have helped make the day smooth and informative. Lunch, safety gear, showers, insurance, and transfers are included.

“It was a really fun experience and would do it again! The driver we had was also very lovely and made sure we got the most out of all our experiences.”

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From Bali: Saraswati Temple, Monkey Forest, Ubud Waterfalls - Tegenungan Waterfall brings an energetic start
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From Bali: Saraswati Temple, Monkey Forest, Ubud Waterfalls

13.Saraswati Temple, Monkey Forest, Ubud Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 263 reviews · 8 hours · from $34

Spend eight hours exploring Ubud’s best-known sights with a guide such as Gusde, Dewa, or Tirta. Expect hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, photo help, temple visits, rice terraces, monkeys, and optional lunch, swings, coffee tasting, or massage.

“Our guide Wirma was excellent. It was a great option for a day excursion in Bali.”

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Private Full-Day Tour: Balinese Temples and Rice Terraces - Walking down to Gunung Kawi’s stone shrines
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Private Full-Day Tour: Balinese Temples and Rice Terraces

14.Private Full-Day Tour: Balinese Temples and Rice Terraces

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 246 reviews · from $59

Spend about 10 hours with a private driver-guide such as Agus, Surya, Made, or Panca, visiting Ubud Monkey Forest, Gunung Kawi, Tirta Empul, and Tegalalang. Expect hotel pickup, temple guidance, a jungle-view lunch, and a flexible day that may be adjusted to suit your pace.

“We were scheduled to be picked up at 9am, but werent picked up until about 9:15am. There was a mix up with our pick-up location, and we werent called by the tour company until I emailed them in the morning. I would suggest providing the phone number of the driver before the tour is scheduled to start. Overall, our Temples and Rice Terraces Tour was great! Our Guide Wayan Berata was so kind and welcoming. He guided us in a different order than the viator tour lists. We saw the following in order: Coffee Plantation, Monkey Forrest, Lunch with the Rice Terrace View, Holy Water Temple, and Gunung Kawi Temple.…”

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Half-day tour : Tanah Lot Sunset Tour

15.Half-day tour : Tanah Lot Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · from $19

Spend about six hours visiting Taman Ayun Temple and Tanah Lot from Ubud in a private, air-conditioned car. English-speaking guides such as Bawa, Nova, Merry, and Ricky handle the drive, temple context, and photos. Sunset views are the main event, but the temple itself may be viewed only from shore.

“It was great to visit the Taman Ayun Temple. Walking around the grounds was eye opening. The next stop was the Tanah Lot temple but you don’t actually go to the temple you only view it from afar. Check the weather before you book so you Read more”

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