Bali · SOUTH BALI DAY TRIPS FROM UBUD

The 15 Best South Bali Day Trips from Ubud

17 tours  ·  from $22

Uluwatu on its cliff, Tanah Lot on its rock, and the beaches between. These 15 days out of Ubud are timed around sunset and the traffic coming back, both of which decide when you get to dinner.

Uluwatu Sunset, Kecak Dance, and Dinner Jimbaran Beach - A private ride through Bali traffic
Balinese Dance Shows, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Evening Experiences, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tour Reviews, Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Tours

Uluwatu Sunset, Kecak Dance, and Dinner Jimbaran Beach

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

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

This private, roughly seven-hour outing links Uluwatu Temple, a 50-man Kecak and Fire Dance, and a set seafood dinner at Jimbaran Beach. A chauffeur collects you from many Ubud and south Bali hotels. Guides such as Mur, Wayan, Nyoman, and Suta are praised for temple guidance, traffic skills, photos, and monkey warnings.

“Our driver Agnush was wonderful, very informative on our drive about the different areas we were travelling through on our way to Ulawatu. We felt at ease as he navigated through the busy traffic and also knew a couple of clever short cuts. He guided us through the temple and was our protector from the monkeys as we walked around. The Kecack dance was wonderful to watch as the sun was setting in the background amidst the full house of people there to enjoy the same experience. After the show Agnush was waiting for us exactly where he said and would be and easy to find in the sea of…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey - Buyan and Tamblingan, Bali’s twin lakes
North Bali Day Trips from Ubud, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey

2.Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey

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

Set out at 6 a.m. in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver-guide and photographer. Visit Ulun Danu Beratan, the Twin Lakes, Banyumala Waterfall, Jatiluwih rice terraces, Batu Bolong, and Tanah Lot. Lunch, water, parking, and entrance fees are included.

“Our day began at 6am when we met our guide DEDE right outside our cruise ship. In over 70 cruises we can honestly say that this was one of the very best tours we have ever taken thanks in great part to our wonderful guide. We loved eaRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights - Uluwatu Temple above the Indian Ocean
Bali Temple Tours from Ubud, Private, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Temple Tours in South Bali, Tour Reviews, Tours, Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Tours

Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights

3.Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights

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

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring southern Bali with a private driver-guide. Visit Pandawa Beach, Uluwatu Temple, and the sunset Kecak dance, then add a seafood dinner at Jimbaran Bay. Guides such as Wedana, Kris, Agus, and Ardana are praised for flexibility and local insight.

“We had such a wonderful experience on this private tour! Our guide, Wedana, was absolutely fantastic — friendly, knowledgeable, and so generous with his time. He made us feel completely comfortable and safe throughout the day anRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Canggu Scooter Lessons - What happens during the first two hours
South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tour Reviews, Workshops

Canggu Scooter Lessons

4.Canggu Scooter Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · from $31

Meet your private instructor at a parking lot in Tibubeneng, Canggu, for a two-hour electric scooter lesson. You’ll cover scooter controls, balance, turning, and quiet village-road practice. Instructors including Agus, Gede, and Krisna are known for patient coaching, but you need a valid license and bicycle-riding experience.

“Feel much safer when I’m driving on the busy roads now! Very helpful tips on how to improve and lots of practise in safe environment before attempting real streets. Would recommend”

Check availability →Read our full review

Private Tour: Ubud and Tanah Lot Day Tour - Ubud Monkey Forest and its shaded paths
Private, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Private Tour: Ubud and Tanah Lot Day Tour

5.Private Tour: Ubud and Tanah Lot Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · from $57

Spend about 10 hours with a private driver-guide visiting Ubud Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Taman Ayun, and Tanah Lot. Guides such as Panca, Wayan, Gede, and Komang are praised for local insight and flexible pacing. A lunch and jungle-swing upgrade is available.

“Picked up well before time by our driver Wayan Rusman Muliadi who gave us a well informed running comentary all day, showed us some of the better places to get photos of some of the popular sights. Took us to the coffee plantation where we were given a selection of six different coffees and interesting chat by the coffee guide. went on to Ubud and monkey forest where he continued to give us hints and take photos of my wife and I. finished up at tanah Lot temple, helped us bargain with street venders and purchased local fruits for us to try green pods with palm sugar and coconut which…”

Check availability →Read our full review

West Bali Tour: Taman Ayun, Ulun Danu Beratan, Jatiluwih Rice Terrace, Tanah Lot - Leke Leke Waterfall adds a short jungle walk
Jatiluwih Rice Terrace Tours, North Bali Day Trips from Ubud, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Ubud Rice Terrace Tours

West Bali Tour: Taman Ayun, Ulun Danu Beratan, Jatiluwih Rice Terrace, Tanah Lot

6.West Bali Tour: Taman Ayun, Ulun Danu Beratan, Jatiluwih Rice Terrace, Tanah Lot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · from $45

Travel by private car from Ubud or south Bali with an English-speaking driver to six West Bali highlights. You’ll visit Taman Ayun, Leke Leke Waterfall, Ulun Danu Beratan, Candikuning Market, Jatiluwih, and Tanah Lot, with entrance fees included when that option is selected.

“Had a great time. The sunset at Tanah Lot was beautiful. Walking through the rice fields was very peaceful.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bali Beaches Hopping - Uluwatu Temple - Nusa Dua Beach: three hours for sand and water sports
Bali Temple Tours from Ubud, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Temple Tours in South Bali, Tour Reviews, Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Tours

Bali Beaches Hopping – Uluwatu Temple

7.Bali Beaches Hopping – Uluwatu Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · from $32

Spend about eight hours with a private driver visiting Nusa Dua, Geger, Padang Padang, and Uluwatu Temple. You can add water sports, swim, adjust stop times, and watch the Kecak and fire dance at sunset. Drivers such as Komang, Debobo, Wayan, and Agung are noted for flexibility.

“We had an amazing day visiting several beautiful beaches with our driver, Debobo. He was on time, friendly, and flexible, letting us decide how long to stay at each spot. The beaches — Nusa Dua, Geger, and Padang Padang — were stunning Read more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bali Temple Tours from Ubud, Historical Tours, North Bali Day Trips from Ubud, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Temple Tours in North Bali, Temple Tours in South Bali, Tour Reviews, Tours

Ulun Danu Beratan Temple – Tanah Lot Temple Tour by UNESCO World Heritage

8.Ulun Danu Beratan Temple – Tanah Lot Temple Tour by UNESCO World Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $22Best value

You’ll visit Ulun Danu Beratan, Taman Ayun, Tanah Lot, and Jatiluwih on a private 8 to 10-hour drive from Ubud or much of south Bali. Drivers such as Ricky, Bawa, Agus, and Nyoman Bawa are praised for patience, local insight, safe driving, and helpful photos.

“Since I had previously visited some of the sites in this tour my guide my driver Agus was very understanding and flexible. He relied on his extensive knowlege of the magical island of Bali to provide an exciting and interesting day. The Botanical Read more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Private Full-Day Handara, Ulun Danu, Jatiluwih and Tanah Lot Tour - Handara Gate: a quick start with a big backdrop
Full-Day, Jatiluwih Rice Terrace Tours, North Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Private, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Private Full-Day Handara, Ulun Danu, Jatiluwih and Tanah Lot Tour

9.Private Full-Day Handara, Ulun Danu, Jatiluwih and Tanah Lot Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $70

Spend about 9 to 10 hours with a private car and English-speaking driver, visiting Handara Gate, Ulun Danu Temple, Jatiluwih Rice Terrace and Tanah Lot. Lunch, water, entrance fees and parking are included. Drivers such as Ayra and Ady have earned praise for friendly service and helpful explanations.

“The guide was not very forthcoming with information. Unsure if he really doesn’t understand English or just playing dumb. When he wants to, he could carry out a full conversation, but when asked about proximity between itineraries he Read more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Half-Day Tour: Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Show - Padang Padang Beach for one hour
Bali Temple Tours from Ubud, Balinese Dance Shows, Half-Day, Show, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Temple Tours in South Bali, Tour Reviews, Tours, Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Tours

Half-Day Tour: Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Show

10.Half-Day Tour: Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $43

You’ll visit Padang Padang Beach and Uluwatu Temple by private, air-conditioned vehicle, then watch the Kecak Fire Dance at sunset. Guides such as Berata, Krisda, Putra, and Vicky are praised for friendly local help. The tour lasts about six hours and includes entrance fees, water, and hotel pickup.

“The driver was incredibly conscientious and helpful, great information all along the way of the city and the sites we were going to”

Check availability →Read our full review

Private Tour: Full-Day Tanah Lot and Uluwatu Temples with Kecak Fire Dance Show - Taman Ayun, the royal temple near Mengwi
Bali Temple Tours from Ubud, Balinese Dance Shows, Full-Day, Private, Show, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Temple Tours in South Bali, Tour Reviews, Tours, Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Tours

Private Tour: Full-Day Tanah Lot and Uluwatu Temples with Kecak Fire Dance Show

11.Private Tour: Full-Day Tanah Lot and Uluwatu Temples with Kecak Fire Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $69

Spend about 10 hours with a private driver-guide visiting Taman Ayun, Tanah Lot, Padang Padang Beach, and Uluwatu. The day ends with a sunset Kecak fire dance. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, simple lunch, and return transport are included. Guides may include Dika, Dudy, Bagus, Ketut, or Gung Rai.

“The entire trip was memorable. our guide Mr Ketut , was exceptional. His knowledge about Bali - the culture and history was an education in itself”

Check availability →Read our full review

Bali Charm: Full-Day Bedugul and Tanah Lot Tour (UNESCO) - All Inclusive Tickets - Ulun Danu Beratan beside the mountain lake
Full-Day, North Bali Day Trips from Ubud, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Tours

Bali Charm: Full-Day Bedugul and Tanah Lot Tour (UNESCO) – All Inclusive Tickets

12.Bali Charm: Full-Day Bedugul and Tanah Lot Tour (UNESCO) – All Inclusive Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $56

You’ll spend about 10 hours with a private English-speaking driver-guide visiting Taman Ayun, Ulun Danu Beratan, Jatiluwih’s UNESCO rice terraces, and Tanah Lot. Guides such as Aris, Rudy, Kawi, and Dastra are praised for clear cultural insight and helpful photo stops. Pickup is offered across Ubud and much of south Bali.

“Wonderful day. Driver was experienced and was able to answer all our questions as well we learned so much. Thank you very much”

Check availability →Read our full review

Private Tour: Tanah Lot at Sunset - Tanah Lot at the hour that matters
Evening Experiences, Private, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Private Tour: Tanah Lot at Sunset

13.Private Tour: Tanah Lot at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $39

Visit Taman Ayun Temple, then watch the sun set over Tanah Lot with a private guide and driver. The tour runs about six hours from a 1:30 pm start and includes Denpasar hotel pickup, entrance fees, and water. Guides such as Oka, Sunarta, Lewer, and Bagus have earned praise for kind, careful service.

“Our guide Oka was very helpful helping us navigate cultural issues. It was our first day in Bali. He was very good at explaining things to us. I know it seems like a small thing but I didn’t have small bills to pay to use the bathroom and Oka graciously pulled out the money and I used it. He was very kind.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Full day Ubud and Tanah Lot tour - Tegenungan Waterfall: choose the view or the descent
Full-Day, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Full day Ubud and Tanah Lot tour

14.Full day Ubud and Tanah Lot tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $57

Spend 8 to 10 hours with a driver-guide visiting Ubud’s Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegenungan Waterfall, Celuk silver village, and Tanah Lot Temple. Pickup, private air-conditioned transport, entry fees, bottled water, and hotel return are included. Driver Puto is specifically praised for courteous service.

“We were picked up at our hotel on time by our driver Puto, he is pleasant and courteous. I love this tour no rushing and no queues. After the tour our driver suggested if we want to go somewhere else and we decided to go to Bali Galleria to browse around. Thank you Puto for driving us around, till next time.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Private Bali Tour: Best of Bedugul and Tanah Lot Temple - Ulun Danu Beratan beside the mountain lake
Bali Temple Tours from Ubud, North Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Private, South Bali Day Trips from Ubud, Tanah Lot Sunset Tours, Temple Tours in North Bali, Temple Tours in South Bali, Tour Reviews, Tours

Private Bali Tour: Best of Bedugul and Tanah Lot Temple

15.Private Bali Tour: Best of Bedugul and Tanah Lot Temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · from $53

Start from Ubud at 8 a.m. with a private driver-guide such as Kanu or Gusde, then visit four major Bali sights: Taman Ayun, Ulun Danu Beratan, Jatiluwih, and Tanah Lot. Hotel pickup, transport, bottled water, admission fees, and drop-off are included. Lunch is optional.

“Kanu was a fantastic guide - knowledgeable and sharing stories about his life in Bali. The highlights of the tour were Tanah Lot, rice terrace and Ulun Danu Beratan Temple and must see sights for everyone visiting this wonderful island. KaRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Keep browsing

East Bali Day Trips from UbudNorth Bali Day Trips from UbudNusa Penida Day Trips from UbudUbud Highlights Day Tours
Scroll to Top

Explore Ubud

Pick a crater, a gorge, a temple or a kitchen.

The crater

Mount BaturSunrise TreksJeep RunsHot SpringsHikes

Water and gorge

WaterfallsAyung RaftingTubingZiplinesATV Quads

Temples and ritual

Temple DaysTirta EmpulLempuyangUluwatu KecakDance Shows

Terraces and kitchens

Rice TerracesBali SwingsCooking ClassesDownhill RidesSilver Classes