Bangli: The Ancient Spirit of Bali – Bangli
Bali · Central Highlands · 2 days 1 night

Bangli: The Ancient Spirit of Bali

Penglipuran village, a bamboo forest, a cooking class and melukat at Alas Tapa

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Duration 2 days, 1 night
Group Private, 1–12 guests
Pace Moderate
Meals 2 lunches
Guide English & Indonesian

In short: Bangli: The Ancient Spirit of Bali is a private 2-day, 1-night tour of Bangli in Bali's Central Highlands. Penglipuran village, a bamboo forest, a cooking class and melukat at Alas Tapa. From IDR 1.659.000 per person (IDR 2.180.000 each for two guests); your guide, private transport, the activities and meals (2 lunches) are included, and a hotel room for the night is an optional add-on.

Highlights

Three reasons to go

  1. 01

    Penglipuran traditional village and its bamboo forest

  2. 02

    Cooking class: base genep and sate lilit from scratch

  3. 03

    Rice-field walk to Tangkup Waterfall, then melukat with a pemangku

Best for Culture Spirituality Food
Overview

About this journey

Journey through Bangli’s cultural heritage, where traditional village life, nature, and spirituality come together. Discover Penglipuran Village, explore the Bamboo Forest, and experience traditional Balinese cooking before continuing through peaceful rice fields to Tangkup Waterfall and the sacred Melukat ritual at Pancoran Alas Tapa. End your journey with a local lunch and meaningful memories of Bangli’s natural and cultural heritage.

Why we built it this way

Bangli is the quiet regency between Ubud and Kintamani, and it keeps some of Bali’s oldest village life. Penglipuran shows how a whole village can be laid out around harmony; the bamboo forest behind it is what the village protects. The next morning is about water: a walk through the rice fields to a waterfall, and a purification at Pancoran Alas Tapa guided by the local priest.

Day by day

Itinerary

Timings are indicative; your guide adjusts to weather, ceremonies and how the day is going. Dinner on the evening of day one is on your own.

Day 1

Arrive, meet your host, settle into the village

Welcome to Bangli! Begin your journey through Bali’s cultural heritage, where traditional village life, natural beauty, and local culinary traditions come together.

  1. Discover Penglipuran Village, known for its traditional architecture, local customs, and cultural heritage.
  2. Explore the Bamboo Forest and enjoy a local lunch surrounded by peaceful natural surroundings.
  3. Continue to your hotel, check in, and enjoy some time to relax.
  4. Join a Balinese cooking class and learn to prepare traditional dishes, including base genep and sate lilit.
  5. The evening is yours to enjoy, with dinner at your own leisure.
Day 2

Wake up in the village, then the second chapter

Discover Bangli’s natural beauty and spiritual traditions through a journey across rice fields, waterfalls, and sacred springs.

  1. Start your morning with breakfast at the hotel before beginning your exploration.
  2. Walk through the rice fields and visit Tangkup Waterfall, enjoying the peaceful natural surroundings.
  3. Experience Melukat at Pancoran Alas Tapa, guided by a local priest (Pemangku), and learn about this traditional Balinese purification ritual.
  4. Return to the hotel, check out, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
  5. End your experience with meaningful moments and memories to take home.
Optional add-on

Recommended hotels

The hotel is not included in the journey price. Add a room with breakfast for the night when you book, and we reserve one of the properties above (or one of equal standard, depending on availability). Twin or double rooms. Or arrange your own stay.

The price covers

What's included

Included

  • ✓2-day trip experiences & activities
  • ✓Private transportation for 2 days
  • ✓English & Indonesian speaking guide
  • ✓All activity fees
  • ✓Meals: Day 1 (Lunch) & Day 2 (Lunch)
  • ✓Mineral water during transfers
  • ✓First aid kit & rain poncho / umbrella

Not included

  • ×Hotel accommodation and breakfast (optional: add a room with breakfast when you book)
  • ×Travel insurance
  • ×Dinners (on your own, we are happy to recommend)
  • ×Flights and fast-boat tickets unless stated
  • ×Personal expenses, souvenirs and optional activities
  • ×Gratuities for guides and hosts
Before you go

Good to know

Meeting point

Pickup from your hotel in Ubud, Sanur, Seminyak, Canggu, Nusa Dua or Denpasar. Other pickup points on request.

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes, a sarong for temple visits (we can lend one), swimwear if the itinerary includes water, sunscreen and a refillable bottle.

Who it suits

Moderate walking and a mix of activity and rest. Suitable for families with children over six.

Weather & ceremonies

Bali's rain rarely lasts all day. If a stop is affected, your guide swaps it for an equivalent. Temple ceremonies may close sites; we treat that as part of the journey.

FAQ

Questions about this journey

Is the hotel included? +

No. The price covers your guide, private transport for both days, the activities and the meals listed for this journey (2 lunches). A hotel room for the night is an optional add-on you can choose when you book, or you can stay where you like; the recommended hotels are listed on this page.

Where do you pick us up? +

Pickup from your hotel in Ubud, Sanur, Seminyak, Canggu, Nusa Dua or Denpasar. Other pickup points on request.

Who is this journey for? +

Moderate pace. Moderate walking and a mix of activity and rest. Suitable for families with children over six. Best for: culture, spirituality, food.

What is included? +

Included: 2-day trip experiences & activities; Private transportation for 2 days; English & Indonesian speaking guide; All activity fees; Meals: Day 1 (Lunch) & Day 2 (Lunch); Mineral water during transfers; First aid kit & rain poncho / umbrella. Not included: Hotel accommodation and breakfast (optional: add a room with breakfast when you book); Travel insurance; Dinners (on your own, we are happy to recommend); Flights and fast-boat tickets unless stated; Personal expenses, souvenirs and optional activities; Gratuities for guides and hosts.

Why is the per-person price lower for bigger groups? +

Your car, driver and guide cost roughly the same whether one or four people travel, so sharing them lowers the price per head. Every journey stays private; we never merge bookings. Groups larger than 12 get a quote.

Can we change the itinerary? +

Yes. Swap a stop, add a night, or combine this with another region. Mention it in the booking form and we will re-quote.

How do I pay? +

Pay the full price online by bank transfer (virtual account) or credit/debit card through DOKU, a licensed Indonesian payment gateway; your date is booked as soon as the payment is confirmed. Prefer to check first? Send a request and we reply with availability and how to pay. If the host cannot receive you on your date, we offer another date or a full refund. Cancellation: Full refund up to 7 days before, 50% at 3–6 days, no refund within 3 days.

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Book your dates

Tell us when and how many. Book and pay online now, or send a request and we check with the village host first and reply by email within 24 hours.

A twin or double room with breakfast at one of the recommended hotels or similar, up to one room per guest.

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Secure payment by DOKU: bank transfer (virtual account) or credit/debit card. Online booking is for start dates from 17 Oct 2026; for sooner dates or bigger groups, send a request.

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