7 Day Bali Honeymoon Escapes
Ubud is located 35 km northeast of Bali’s Interna-tional Airport. Perched on the gentle slopes leading towards the central mountains, it is the centre of ‘cultural tourism’ in Bali. It has attracted visitors inter-ested in Balinese arts ever since Walter Spies was here in the 1930s. Apart from the many places of interest in Ubud itself, there are also numerous tem-ples, ancient sites and interesting craft centers nearby. Ubud is also famous for its artists and paint-ings. Arrive in Ubud and check in at hotel. Evening is at leisure and overnight at hotel.
Preferred: Maya Ubud Retreat
Continue your journey to Kintamani to enjoy dra-matic views of the active volcano Mount Batur and serene Lake Batur sitting on the rim of the huge Ba-tur caldera about 1,500m above sea level. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant facing the breathtaking views of Batur Caldera.
Then drive descending Penelokan hill towards Ubud, a short stop in Tegalalang so you can see the stunning terraces of rice paddies located on the hill. In Ubud, you will visit Kemenuh village, which hosts a large number of woodcarvers among its population, take a closer look at the amazing tal-ents of local wood carvers. Be dazzled by the at-tention to detail and the amount of patience they put into their art pieces. Last but not least, indulge yourself and stroll around at the Ubud market.
Preferred: Maya Ubud Retreat
Professionally trained and experienced guides pilot safety-equipped Avon rafts through the best river runs, dramatic drops and spectacular waterfalls to make your Bali rafting ride a fun and awesome ex-perience. End the action packed 1.5 hour (approx) journey with hot showers, clean towels and chang-ing rooms followed by a hot gourmet buffet feast at the restaurant overlooking majestic mountains and rice fields. Return to your hotel afterwards. The rest of the day is free at leisure.
We will then visit Jatiluwih, famed for the stunning terraces of rice paddies nestled in the shadow of Mount Batukaru. Having adopted a traditional “Subak” irrigation system, a method that has been preserved for centuries and passed down from generation to generation since the 9th century; the Jatiluwih rice fields have been named a UNESCO Cultural Landscape. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant while enjoying the beauty of the Jtiluwih rice terraces.
Stop can be made at Candikuning market before continuing your next visit to Ulun Danu Temple, situ-ated in the plateau area at lakeside of Beratan. The name of Beratan Lake is inseparable with the Beratan Mount as Deity and Goddess of fertility and prosperity. Afterwards, transfer to your hotel.
Preferred: Maya Ubud
Proceed to Tanah Lot Temple, one of the most popular and photographed temple on the island. Tanah Lot stands for earth (Tanah) and sea (Lot), due to its spectacular setting on top of an impres-sive rock overlooking the Indian Ocean. The temple was built in the 15th Century and dedicated to the god of the sea and is one of the most important temples in Bali. Walk around and learn a little bit about its role in Balinese Hinduism.
Preferred: The Bale Nusa Dua
Preferred: the Bale Nusa Dua