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All Inclusive Ubud Tour

★ 5.0 · 10 reviews From $36 Operated by bali journey experience · Bookable on Viator
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Tegalalang’s layered rice fields and Tirta Empul’s sacred bathing pools give this Ubud day out its strongest contrast: one stop shows how Balinese farmers work the land, while the other connects you with a living Hindu ritual. Between them, you visit three waterfalls, each with a different setting and feel.

I like the fact that your private car lets your group set the pace, and I like the strong attention to drivers such as Eka, Bimbo, and Dhuni, who are described as punctual, friendly, flexible, and happy to take photos. The main drawback is time: five major stops in about eight hours makes this a full day, and meals are not included.

Key points at a glance

All Inclusive Ubud Tour - Key points at a glance

  • Tirta Empul includes a purification ritual: You can see the temple and take part in the traditional bathing ceremony.
  • Tegalalang gives you Bali’s classic rice-terrace view: The fields reflect the island’s long-running subak irrigation system.
  • Three waterfalls fill out the day: Ulu Petanu, Kanto Lampo, and Tukad Cepung each add a different natural setting.
  • Your group travels privately: Only your party participates, with private transportation and bottled water included.
  • The price is low for a private day: At $36.42 per person, the value improves sharply when several people share the car.
  • Plan your own lunch: Meals are not part of the package, so you need to arrange food during the day.

Five Ubud highlights in one busy day

All Inclusive Ubud Tour - Five Ubud highlights in one busy day

This experience is designed for people who want to see several of Ubud’s best-known sights without arranging separate rides. You move from rice fields to temple pools, then on to three waterfalls, with entrance fees and private transport covered in the price.

At about eight hours, it is not a slow village day. I would think of it as a sightseeing circuit with a strong nature focus. You get variety, but you also spend part of the day moving between stops and changing shoes, clothes, or footing.

That trade-off works well if you have limited time in Bali. It is less suitable if you want to sit quietly at one waterfall, take a long lunch, or spend a full morning at Tirta Empul.

The tour is private, so your party is not joined by strangers. That matters in Bali, where traffic and stop times can change the rhythm of a day. Drivers associated with this experience, including Eka, Bimbo, and Dhuni, are praised for arriving early, driving safely, keeping the vehicle comfortable, and accepting last-minute changes when possible.

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Tirta Empul and the sacred water ritual

Tirta Empul is the day’s most meaningful stop. This temple is known for its holy spring water, and you have about 90 minutes to see the temple and take part in a purification ritual.

The ritual is not simply a photo opportunity. It is a religious practice connected with cleansing the body and spirit. If you choose to participate, treat the water and temple grounds with respect, follow local instructions, and remember that this is a working place of worship rather than a staged performance.

I like that this stop adds cultural depth to a day otherwise centered on scenery. The rice terraces and waterfalls are easy to admire, but Tirta Empul gives you a closer look at how faith remains part of daily Balinese life.

The 90-minute allocation should give you enough time to look around and complete the ritual at an unhurried pace, though the experience can feel brief if you also want detailed temple photographs. Bring a change of clothes if you plan to enter the water. The supplied information confirms the ritual opportunity, but it does not specify dress-rental arrangements or changing facilities, so ask your driver about practical details before you begin.

Tegalalang’s layered rice terraces

All Inclusive Ubud Tour - Tegalalang’s layered rice terraces

Tegalalang Rice Terrace is one of Bali’s signature views. Its stepped fields run along the contours of the hills, creating the layered pattern most people associate with rural Bali.

The terraces are beautiful, but their real interest goes beyond the view. They are linked to the subak irrigation system, a traditional method of managing water and farmland through shared community rules. That gives the stop a useful human story: these fields are not just planted slopes, but part of an organized farming system that has shaped the area for generations.

You have about 90 minutes here. That is enough for the main viewpoint and photographs, though the amount of walking depends on where the car stops and which paths you use. The ground may be uneven, and rice-field paths can be more demanding than the roadside view suggests.

This is a good place to ask your driver for advice on where to stop and how far to walk. Several drivers connected with the experience are praised for offering suggestions and taking pictures, which can help if you are traveling as a couple or family and want everyone in the frame.

Tegalalang can also be the most commercial-feeling part of the day, but the tour information does not specify extra attractions, swings, or shopping stops. That is useful: you can focus on the rice fields rather than assuming additional activities are included.

Ulu Petanu Waterfall for a quiet nature break

All Inclusive Ubud Tour - Ulu Petanu Waterfall for a quiet nature break

Ulu Petanu Waterfall is presented as a peaceful spot surrounded by thick tropical growth. After the open views at Tegalalang, the change in setting should feel welcome.

You have another 90 minutes here, which gives you time to see the falls and enjoy the forested surroundings. The description calls it a quieter place, but no exact trail length, swimming rules, or facilities are provided. I would therefore avoid planning around a swim or assuming the walk will be easy.

This stop suits you if you like natural scenery more than built attractions. The sound of falling water, shaded vegetation, and a slower pace can provide a useful pause before the next waterfall.

Three waterfall visits in one day can sound repetitive on paper. In practice, the appeal is the change of setting, but the value depends on how much each place differs on the day of your visit. Your driver can help you judge how long to stay if you are feeling rushed.

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Kanto Lampo and the appeal of moving water

All Inclusive Ubud Tour - Kanto Lampo and the appeal of moving water

Kanto Lampo Waterfall is the second waterfall stop and gives the day another chance to get close to Bali’s wet, tropical scenery. The schedule allows 90 minutes, matching the time at the other stops.

The supplied details do not describe the exact access route, bathing conditions, or facilities here, so you should ask before stepping into the water. Waterfalls often involve slippery rocks and uneven approaches, and a careful pace is more important than trying to fit in every photograph.

I see Kanto Lampo as a good middle stop because it breaks up the drive and keeps the day varied. You are not spending the whole afternoon at one attraction, but you also are not confined to viewpoints and temple courtyards.

If you are visiting with children or older family members, tell the driver early if walking conditions are a concern. The tour says most people can participate, but that is not the same as promising easy access at every waterfall.

Tukad Cepung’s enclosed waterfall setting

All Inclusive Ubud Tour - Tukad Cepung’s enclosed waterfall setting

Tukad Cepung completes the waterfall portion of the route. It is included as a full 90-minute stop, so you have time to see the site rather than making only a quick roadside visit.

The information provided does not give details about the trail or how the falls are reached. You should be ready for a nature stop where conditions can affect the walk, and you should listen to your driver’s practical advice.

By placing three waterfalls in the same day, the tour is aimed at people who want a broad taste of Ubud’s natural side. I would not book it solely for one particular waterfall, because the experience is built around the combination of all three.

The attraction of Tukad Cepung is also about contrast. You begin with cultivated farmland, visit a sacred spring temple, then move through several forest and water settings. That range gives the day more character than a simple rice-terrace tour.

What the private car adds

All Inclusive Ubud Tour - What the private car adds

Private transportation is one of the most useful inclusions. Your group travels alone, and the driver can help with timing, directions, photographs, and small changes when the schedule allows.

The personal service is repeatedly praised through specific driver names. Eka is described as friendly, attentive, helpful with pictures, and good at suggesting places to visit. Bimbo is praised for arriving early and giving useful advice, while Dhuni is described as polite and helpful throughout the day.

Those details matter because a sightseeing route with five stops depends on a good driver. You need someone who can keep the day moving without making it feel like a race. The service descriptions also point to clean, comfortable cars and safe driving, though the exact vehicle is not specified.

Do not assume every request can be added at the last minute. The drivers are described as flexible, but five scheduled stops already fill most of the day. If you want to change the route, spend longer at one site, or add another attraction, discuss it at the start.

Pickup is offered, but the supplied details do not list the exact pickup zone or time. Confirm those details when booking. The tour is generally suitable for most participants, but the waterfalls may involve uneven ground, and the purification ritual is optional rather than required.

Is $36.42 good value?

All Inclusive Ubud Tour - Is $36.42 good value?

At $36.42 per person, this is a strong price for a private eight-hour outing, especially if two or more people share the vehicle. Entrance fees, private transportation, and bottled water are included, which removes several common add-on costs.

The title says all inclusive, but you should read that narrowly. Meals are not included, so the final cost will be higher once you pay for lunch and any personal purchases. The tour also does not say that optional activities, clothing rental, donations, or other extras are covered.

The value comes from combining five major stops in one day. Booking separate cars for Tegalalang, Tirta Empul, and three waterfalls would take more planning and could cost more, though a slower custom route might suit you better.

For a solo visitor, the per-person price is still reasonable, but the private format becomes especially attractive for couples, families, or friends. Group discounts are offered, although the exact discount is not stated.

Keeping the day comfortable

Wear clothes and shoes that can handle both temple visits and waterfall areas. You may want to get wet during the purification ritual or near the falls, so a spare outfit is sensible.

Bottled water is supplied, but bring any extra drinks or snacks you need. Since no meal is included, arrange lunch with your driver or ask for a suitable stop during the day.

Keep your schedule open. Each listed attraction receives about 90 minutes, and the total duration is approximate. Road conditions, walking time, and the pace of your group can affect how long the day feels.

The booking is usually made about nine days ahead, which suggests that reserving more than a day or two before departure is sensible if your Bali dates are fixed. You receive confirmation at booking, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Who should book this Ubud tour?

I would choose this experience if you want a private driver, several major Ubud sights, and a low per-person price. It is especially practical for a first Bali visit, a family day out, or a short stay when you want to cover a lot of ground.

It also suits you if you value helpful driving more than formal guiding. The strongest service details center on punctuality, safe driving, flexibility, local suggestions, and taking photos. If you want long historical explanations at every stop, confirm how much guiding your assigned driver provides.

I would choose a different plan if you prefer a slow day with one waterfall and one temple. Five stops can feel packed, and the three waterfalls may be less satisfying if you want time for swimming, quiet walks, or a long meal.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if your priority is variety, private transport, and good value. You will see rice terraces, a sacred temple, and three waterfalls in one organized day, with admission fees and bottled water included.

Before paying, confirm the pickup details, ask how the purification ritual works, and plan where you will eat. If you accept the busy pace and the lack of included meals, this is a practical way to see a broad slice of Ubud with a driver who can help keep the day on track.

FAQ

How long does the All Inclusive Ubud Tour last?

The experience lasts approximately eight hours.

What places does the tour visit?

The route includes Tirta Empul Temple, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Ulu Petanu Waterfall, Kanto Lampo Waterfall, and Tukad Cepung Waterfall.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Private transportation is included, and the activity is private for your group only.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes. Entrance fees are included for the listed stops.

Is food included?

No. Meals are not included, so you need to arrange and pay for your own food.

Is bottled water provided?

Yes. Bottled water is included.

Can I take part in a purification ritual?

Yes. At Tirta Empul Temple, you have the opportunity to take part in a traditional purification ritual using the temple’s sacred spring water.

Is pickup available?

Yes. Pickup is offered, but you should confirm the exact pickup details when booking.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience starts for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.

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