Question 1

Is it worth going for this Bedugul tour when visiting Bali?

Accepted Answer

Bali has a beautiful calm and spiritual side to it. On the Ubud tour, you will see magnificent ancient landmarks from the 16th century, which are places of spiritual importance. During this tour, you will see two of the finest specimens of Balinese architecture i.e. Pura Taman Ayunand and Pura Ulun Danu Beratan temple complexes. Both these complexes are set in the midst of rolling green plains, surrounded by ponds, and backdropped by mountains. Ubud Market is a great way to see the colourful artefacts made by local Bali artisans, which include artworks, handicrafts, trinkets, jewellery, bags, etc.

This calm and serene side of Bali takes you away from the stress and chaos of the city and lets you spend some precious time with yourself in the serene and calm environs of the temple complexes and the panoramic views of the vast plains, lakes, and the mountains. The warm and friendly locals make this tour even more worthwhile. This tour also gives you a chance to get to know a new culture other than your own. Spiritual and religious landmarks are the best way to get to understand the faith and traditions of a society and this tour lets you inside the ancient heritage of the Balinese people closely.

Question 2

What are the opening hours of temples included in this tour?

Accepted Answer

The opening timings of the Pura Taman Ayun temple complex are from 09:00 AM – 16:00 PM. The opening timings of the Pura Ulun Danu Beratantemple complex are 08:00 AM-18:00 PM.

Question 3

What places will we cover on this tour?

Accepted Answer

The first stop in this tour is the Pura Taman Ayunand Temple complex. This is a beautiful 16th-century sacred landmark for the Balinese Hindu people’s faith known for its extremely elaborate and impressive architecture. The second stop is the ancient Pura Ulun Danu Beratan built to worship the lake goddess. This temple is enveloped in green expanses and surrounded by a lake and mountains. The last stop is the Ubud Art Market famous due to a feature in the Julia Roberts film ‘Eat, Pray, Love’. This market bursts with colours, flavours, and sounds of the place and allows you to take back a piece of Bali with you. Here you will get a chance to meet the local Balinese artisans and people and will help you understand the culture and heritage of the place. You can pick up striking artefacts, handicrafts, jewellery, and bags, etc. to take back as memories of your Ubud Tour.

Question 4

Which is the most beautiful place in all these?

Accepted Answer

All the three places that you will visit in this tour have their own unique impressions on the visiting tourists. While the Pura Taman Ayun Temple complex is known for its splendid 16th-century architecture, wast lands of rolling greens, and the serenity that it offers, the Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Temple complex lets you get a glimpse of the ancient Mangawi heritage and faith. 

Walking in the lanes of the Ubud Art Market is an experience in itself that lets you interact with the Balinese artisans and local residents to understand their culture, language, and way of living.

Question 5

Is Pickup/ drop available with this package?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this package is inclusive of free pick-up and drop off for tourists in the areas of Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Ubud, Kuta, Sanur, Kerobokan, Canggu, and Tanah Lot. 
Pick-up and drop off in other locations will incur an additional surcharge that needs to be paid directly to your guide in cash.

The additional surcharge for tourists requiring a pick-up and drop off in Candidasa and Lovina is IDR100, 000 per person. Your operator will confirm the pick-up time to you in advance.

Question 6

What to carry before going on this trip?

Accepted Answer

Bali has a tropical climate throughout the year and is dry and humid. Please carry light and loose fitting cotton clothes, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. In case you are visiting during the rainy season, please don’t forget to carry umbrellas and raincoats with you.

Question 7

Will there be any additional charge for this trip?

Accepted Answer

Everything is inclusive of the mentioned charges. The additional surcharges only apply if you require a pick-up and drop off in areas outside Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Ubud, Kuta, Sanur, Kerobokan, Canggu, and Tanah Lot.

Question 8

How are these places for family and kids?

Accepted Answer

The places in this Bedugul tour are great for a family and kids vacation. For both adults and children, taking this tour is a way to get introduced to the culture, heritage, and traditions of a historically and spiritually important place that Bali is. The two temple complexes, built around breathtaking landscapes of green plains, lakes, mountains enveloped in the clear and cool mountain air of Bali uplands let your family into a serene space away from the hustle-bustle and chaos of the cities and spend some quality time together.  You will learn about the Balinese Hindu faith and beliefs while soaking in the glorious and intricate architecture of the 16th-century. 

You cannot get to know the spirit of a place unless you walk in its streets. Ubud Art market gives lets you experience the sights and sounds of Bali. You will meet the local artisans who handcraft their artworks and handicrafts and the warm and friendly locals who are more than happy to talk to you about their way of life and culture. This market is all the more interesting and on the must-visit list of tourists due to its feature in the famous Julia Roberts film ‘Eat, Pray, Love’.

Question 9

Is an entry ticket for all these places included in this package?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the package costs cover the entry ticket fee for all the attractions in this activity i.e. Pura Taman Ayun Temple complex and Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Temple complex. There is no entry fee for the Ubud Art Market.

Question 10

Are you providing a guide also?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this package includes a professional and English speaking guide who will accompany you for the entire duration of this activity.

Question 11

What are the other activities to enjoy in Bali that you can book through Thrillophilia?

Accepted Answer

Here are some of the activities to enjoy in Bali that you can book through Thrillophilia:1. Finns Beach Club Bali Day Pass2. Swing in Bali Ubud3. Instagram Bali Tour4. Waterbom Waterpark Tickets5. Upside Down World Bali Tickets6. Bali Bird Park Tickets7. Bali Night Safari Tickets8. Bali Zoo Tickets9. Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking10. Bali Safari and Marine Park Ticket11. Monkey Forest Ubud Tour12. Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park Tickets13. Saloka Theme Park