Bali with Karissa Wampler!

Get to know your group and toast to the adventure ahead! Your welcome dinner at the hotel restaurant is included. Dinner tonight will be a 3 course set menu of Western cuisine with water included. Additional food and drink will be at your own expense.

Overnight in Ubud.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

8:30 A.M.: Today you will partake in an enchanting Ubud City Tour, where ancient traditions and modern delights collide in the heart of Bali. Your adventure begins with a private ride, whisking you away to explore the majestic Royal Palace. Delve into the rich history and architectural wonders of this ancient palace, where no dress code is required, allowing you to roam freely and immerse yourself in its grandeur. Next, lose yourself in the bustling energy of Ubud Market, where you’ll have approximately 1 hour to shop for treasures and soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Feel free to explore at your own pace, with a meeting point set by your guide to ensure a seamless transition. Continue your journey with a short stroll from the market, which will lead you to the serene Saraswati Temple, a sanctuary of spiritual tranquility and stunning architecture. Spend around 30 minutes here, marveling at the temple’s intricate details and soaking in its sacred ambiance. With transfers taking no more than 3 minutes, this tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and leisurely exploration, promising an unforgettable glimpse into the soul of Ubud.

Take a private transfer to the Sacred Monkey Forest, a lush green sanctuary that is home to more than 700 gray long-tailed macaques and temple ruins.You’ll be guided through the forest to see the Banyan Trees, Bridge of the Dragons, and visit a temple that is nestled inside. Note that you are not allowed to feed the monkeys and be sure to avoid eye contact. Be careful with your belongings such as sunglasses, hats, or your bag, the monkeys will try to snatch it! Your guide will prepare you with further do’s and don’t on site.

From Monkey Forest, you’ll take a 15-minute private transfer to lunch at a local restaurant. Lunch is typically a set menu of Indonesian cuisine with water included. Additional food and beverage are available for purchase at your own expense. Exact restaurant will be informed closer to departure date and subject to availability.

Overnight in Ubud.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

You’ll take a 30-minute private bus north to Mengening Temple. For thousands of years, Balinese people have believed that the water that comes from these springs heals and purifies the inner and outer self. You will learn about the purification ritual and get to participate in it yourself. You’ll present offerings that will be prepared for you in advance, and then get into the pool under the flowing fountains for the purification. Then you’ll finish off with some guided prayer. You can wear your swimwear underneath a provided sarong for the purification ritual. Note that you’ll want to dress conservatively (sarongs will be provided for you upon arrival at the Temple). If you are menstruating or bleeding from an open wound, you will be prohibited from entering the temple under Balinese tradition.

After the purification ceremony, you’ll be transferred 3 minutes to the Gunung Kawi temple. A visit to Gunung Kawi offers a mesmerizing journey into Bali’s rich cultural and historical heritage. Nestled amidst lush greenery and terraced rice fields, Gunung Kawi is an ancient Hindu temple complex dating back to the 11th century. To explore this sacred site, one must descend a total of 315 stone stairs, each step leading deeper into the heart of Bali’s spiritual essence. While the stairs are not overly steep, they do require a steady pace and a sense of adventure. As travelers make their way down, they are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the rushing waters of the Pakerisan River below. You will have 1 hour to wander before departing the temple.

Take a 30-minute private transfer to lunch at a local restaurant. You’ll enjoy a set menu sampling Indonesian cuisine with water included. Additional drinks and food at your own expense. From lunch is a 25-minute transfer back to the hotel.

If you signed up for the Optional Balinese Massage before the trip began, relieve your body after days of activities by having a well-deserved 60 minute Balinese massage at a spa. The famous Balinese Massage will leave you relaxed and be a perfect wrap to your vacation.

Overnight in Ubud.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

After breakfast, take a private transfer to Padang Bai Harbor. Stops along the way for the bathroom will be made as necessary. (~1 hour)

At Padang Bai harbor, you will board your shared speedboat to Gili Air. There are simple restroom facilities onboard. Please note that this is a public speedboat, so there will likely be other passengers onboard who are not a part of your group. (~2 hours)

Overnight in Gili Air.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Embark on an exhilarating Gili Islands Snorkeling Adventure! A short, scenic walk of approximately 15 minutes leads to the dock where you’ll wade through shallow waters to board your private boat. Prepare for a thrilling 4-hour excursion, exploring four mesmerizing snorkel spots including Turtle Point, the stunning Underwater Statue, schools of Tropical Fish, and a breathtaking Coral Garden. You'll have an enjoyable and delicious lunch break, too! Keep your eyes peeled for sightings of turtles during low tide, along with an array of colorful fish and vibrant coral reefs. Gear up with provided fins, snorkel, mask, and life jacket for an unforgettable underwater experience, and stay refreshed with complimentary water served on board. After wrapping up midday, take a brief 15-minute walk back to the hotel to conclude your unforgettable adventure amidst the enchanting waters of the Gili Islands.

During your Snorkeling Tour, you will head to Gili Meno for lunch at a local restaurant. Your meal will be served a la carte. Any additional food and drinks can be purchased on your own. Once you finish lunch you will head back to the boats for your final snorkeling stop.

Overnight in Gili Air.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Today if you signed up in advance of the trip, you will get to go scuba diving! Please note that this may take place in the morning or the afternoon - the exact time will be confirmed closer to the date you'll dive. To participate in this activity you do not need to be certified. From the hotel you will walk 10 minutes to the dock where you will board the boat. This is a shared experience so there will be other people outside of your group on the boat, too. Depending on the tide you will go to 2 different dive spots to see various fish and coral. It will be about a 15-30 minute boat ride, depending on the dive sites. After your last dive you will return to the dock and walk back to your hotel.

Overnight in Gili Air.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

At the decided time you will walk to the dock to board your boat back to Bali. You will make 2 stops, at Bangsal and Padang Bai before arriving in Serangan. From Serangan you will be picked up in a private coach and transferred 30 minutes to your new accommodations. Transfer times will depend on traffic.

Overnight near Legian.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Directly from hotel, you’ll take a 45-minute transfer to Uluwatu Temple before sunset. Your Guide will take you through the temple and share with you its history and cultural significance. Then you’ll be taken to an open-air amphitheater for the Kecak and Fire Dance show. Overlooking the limestone cliffs with the sunset above the Indian Ocean, watch as local dancers tell cultural stories through song and dance with music solely from a choir of men chanting “cak-cak-cak,” hence the name Kecak Dance. After the show, take a 45-minute transfer to the dinner venue.

Enjoy your Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant tonight. Dinner tonight will be a set menu served family style of Indonesian seafood. Additional food and drinks will be at your own expense. Restaurants are subject to change based on availability.

Overnight near Legian.

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Typical hotel breakfasts are continental full/American, or buffet style. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.