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Explore the rich cultural heritage, flavours and daily life of the Balinese people during this memorable, half-day excursion to the Royal Palace with dinner.

Benoa, Blayu Village, Royal Palace of Puri Taman Sari, Pavilions, Tropical Garden, Shrines, Gates

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.75-hour drive to Blayu, a small village in the Tabanan District. Upon arrival, proceed to the magnificent former Royal Palace of Puri Taman Sari. Built in the 17th century, this spectacular landmark of historic architecture served as the Royal Palace of the Mengwi Dynasty ancestry. Designed in the style of ancient Balinese royal compound houses, Puri Taman Sari consists of a number of pavilions. This wonderful Royal Palace complex also includes a fantastic, tropically landscaped garden, exquisite wooden shrines, beautifully-carved gates, coconut palms, and views of rice fields surrounding three rivers, making it one of the area's main attractions. Every move and breath of Balinese life can be felt from the environment and the hotel atmosphere.

Traditional Balinese Welcome Drink and Dance, Attractions and Activities, Indonesian Dinner

Upon arrival, you are warmly greeted by a group of Balinese women who are clad in their exquisite traditional dress, and present you with a graceful hospitality. As a Bleganjur music group performs for you, you are escorted to the lobby area where a refreshing drink awaits. After a welcome dance, observe a colourful procession before setting off to explore the many attractions and activities housed at the Puri Taman Sari. There are also areas where you can observe daily Balinese activities, many of which are performed by women, and include offering-making and traditional Balinese umbrella-making. Following your discovery of Balinese culture and activities, proceed for an Indonesian buffet dinner.

Traditional Kecak Dancing Performance

After dinner, you are regaled with an utterly unique and fascinating performance of the Kecak Dance. This traditional dance recounts a tale from the Ramayana, an epic story that found its way from India to Indonesia. During the dance, the only musical accompaniment is the chanting by men positioned in a concentric circle on the stage. As the men chant and rhythmically sway to the music, colourfully costumed dancers weave and intertwine their way amongst them. Lit only by glowing torches, the shadows cast by the dancers, combined with the haunting chanting, create a truly mesmerising and unforgettable experience. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.75-hour drive back to the ship.

Experience the panoramic natural beauty of Bali in an exciting new way during this full-day, off-road excursion.

Scenic Bali Drive and Bali Quad Discovery

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately two-hour and half drive to Bali Quad Discovery. En route, pass through the serene hamlets of Br. Seming, Desa Kertha, Payangan Gianyar, magnificent Balinese villages and verdant green rice fields.

Upon arrival at Bali Quad Discover, proceed to the restaurant for a refreshment stop, then change your clothing in the changing rooms and assemble at the reception facility of Bali Quad Discovery. Here, receive your safety and riding instructions for your quad bike and buggy car, then familiarize yourself with these vehicles during a ride in the test-drive area. Afterward, begin your guided, off-road adventure.

Bamboo Forests, Rainforests and Plantations

Your route passes through a bamboo forest, rainforest, tropical plantations, small pathways, and bumpy and muddy trails. A stop is made at a quiet hamlet.

Here, you can visit a village temple and typical Balinese housing compound with its traditional architecture. Following your visit, re-board your quad bike or buggy car, and continue riding pass and through bumpy, muddy trails and the tropical rainforest. A brief refreshment and photo stop is made at a viewpoint overlooking distant rice terraces. After re-boarding your quad bike or buggy car, and ride slowly pass rice-paddies and cacao, banana and tropical plantations.

Upon completing your ride, head to the Bali Quad Discovery for a hot shower and change of clothing, then proceed for a buffet lunch at the venue's restaurant.

Plantation Tours and Tastings

After lunch, re-board the coach for a leisurely drive pass the villages of Negari and Singapadu-Gianyar, then continue on to the coffee plantations.

Here, take a guided walking tour of plantations growing coffee, cacao, tropical fruit and spices.

Next, observe a demonstration of the Balinese coffee-making process, then participate in a tasting of delicious, hot Bali coffee, chocolate, ginger coffee, and coconut coffee. At the conclusion of your visit you can browse the high-quality Luwak coffee and other products for sale, then re-board your coach and commence the approximately one-hour and half drive back to the pier.

Discover what so many Balinese people are very proud of, their beautiful rice terraces, found in mid -western part of the island, known as the 'Rice Bowl of Bali'. Your half-day visit to the island's interior leads you to quiet hamlets with shaded pathways overhung by vegetation, thatched roofs scattered behind interminable mud walls, herds of farm animals, with mountain scenes, and the remaining tropical forests as the background..

Depart from Benoa Pier heading for the distant mountain range of Batukau, passing through the villages of Pacung and Senganan, with photo stops, to finally reach Jatiluwi, the Rice Bowl area of Bali.

Along the way, see a variety of plantations that produce coffee, cacao, and cloves, clustered amongst vegetable farms.

Listen as your guide explains how rice and produce are the way of life in this part of Indonesia. For the majority Balinese, agriculture is their livelihood, resulting in cascading terraces of rice fields, a striking feature of the landscape. Every farmer owning one or more rice plots or sawahs is compelled to join a subak , an agricultural society that controls the distribution of irrigation water to its members.

Stop at the Billy 69 restaurant for some local snacks and fresh seasonal fruits.

On your return trip to Benoa Harbour, pass through the villages of Blayu and Marga and admire the beautiful landscape.

Explore the unique arts and crafts produced by entire villages of Balinese craftsmen during this half-day excursion to Tohpati, Celuk, Singapadu and Kemenuh.

Tohpati Village

Depart the pier for the scenic, 45-minute drive to Tohpati Village. Upon arrival, a visit is made to a batik factory. One of the most striking things about Bali is the rich variety of cloth and material that can be found in the many shops throughout the island. The myriad of batik clothes and sarongs on the market are mainly imported from Java. A large proportion of woven clothing, or 'ikat', is imported from the islands of Sumba and Flores; the beautiful 'songket' fabrics worn by Balinese dancers are prime examples. Guest will have opportunity to purchase the product.

Celuk Village

Next, re-board your coach and proceed for a visit to Gold and Silver Workshop at Celuk Village. The production of high-quality gold and silver jewellery, including rings, bracelets and amulets worn for ceremonial use and special occasions, has been a tradition in Bali for many years. Upon arrival, explore the jewellery-making process and browse the high-quality creations. Guest will have opportunity to purchase the product.

Singapadu Village

Next, re-board your coach and proceed for a visit to Painting Workshop at Singapadu village, noted for its painters, traditional Balinese paintings were strictly limited to three basic kinds. Most of the paintings were narratives with mythological themes, illustrating stories from hindu epics and literature. U nder the influence of western painters who settled in Bali in the 1930s - Balinese artist started painting single scenes instead of narratives tales, using images from everyday life as their theme,

Kemenuh Village

Your final stop is the woodcarving Workshop at Kemenuh village. Bali woodcarving was traditionally featured largely in temple and palace architecture. It included intricately-carved demons and mythical beings that adorned pillars, door panels and window shutters to protect buildings from evil. With the arrival of European influences, woodcarving incorporated more innovative and commercial lines. During your visit, observe how craftsmen turn slabs of wood into intricate statues. Guest will have opportunity to purchase the product. re-board your coach and commence the drive back to the pier.

Depart from Benoa Pier, relax and enjoy the marvelous scenery of two and a half hours drive brings you into the edge of Ubud village where the charming and stunning resort of Maya Ubud is located. Scattered across 10 - hectares of tropical landscape featuring a hidden river valley. Maya Ubud is a luxury resort designed to capture the spirit of a traditional Balinese village. With a collection of stylish rooms and private villas, the property combines local elegance with gracious hospitality for memorable five - star experience. Upon arrival at Maya Resort Ubud, you'll be welcomed by a friendly staff and escorted to the Meditation Venue.

From the central reception pavilion, walkways wind through lush foliage to private treatment pavilion for the benefit of your meditation. Get ready for a wave of serenity and discover the most peaceful place the island of Gods can offer, then enjoy the session of Meditation. Without a doubt, meditation is among the single most powerful tools that you could use to help find some much - needed mental rest and clarity. Meditation, though, can be hard to do for those who are new to its techniques. After Meditation session has concluded, proceed to the Spa pavilion and Maya Resort Ubud has 2 separate complexes, one of which is a riverside Spa with views of a rainforest and Petanu river.

Walking to this Spa is a part of the experience. Wooden walkways wind through lush foliage to treatment pavilion where you can unwind on daybeds after your treatment. Upon arrival at Spa pavilion, enjoy a 2-hour Spa treatment, you'll have an opportunity to savor your valuable time and to create memorable experiences. Following your delightful and comfortable treatment and before returning to the Pier, you'll make your way to the restaurant at Maya resort on foot from Spa pavilion where your Healthy Lunch will be served.

After lunch, re-board your motor coach, as your tour draws to a close and before returning to Benoa Pier or awaiting ship, you'll make your way to the final stop at Celuk village, a center of gold and silver work where over half the village's population is involved in the silver industry. Original designs in delicate filigree make Balinese jewelry one of the most remarkable styles in Asia. As with most Balinese crafts gold and silver work is largely a hereditary trade with apprentices beginning to trait at a young age and by the time they reach the age of 12 already producing fine ornaments. The guests will have a good opportunity to browse and purchase the products.

After conclusion of your memorable visit, your motor coach then takes you back directly to the Pier of Benoa, commencing approximately one and half hour drive from Celuk village.

Traveling from the pier it's a 30-minutes drive to The Laguna Resort & Spa.

The Laguna Resort & Spa

Located on the shores of Nusa Dua,Bali's prestigious resorts enclave namely The Laguna Resort & Spa, boasts panoramic views of the Indian Ocean with lush gardens and the heady perfume of native flora. Nestled on Nusa Dua's pristine white and sand beach, the resort is harmonized with the landscaped tropical gardens to create a relaxed and tranquil environment.

Upon reaching the resort, lovely and friendly staffs will greet your arrival in nicely hospitality. You will then be served lunch, and have use of the resort's beach and swimming pool during your visit.

Following your visit of approximately 5.5 hours, you will re-board your coach for the 30-minutes return drive to the pier.

Guests with flights departing after 5 p.m. can explore the local village life in Bali during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Tohpati Village

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to Tohpati Village, known for its unique batik cloth processing. Upon arrival, a visit is made to a batik cloth processing workshop. See how the batik cloth is either handmade or printed on by applying various colours, then covered with wax after each respective colour is added.

Balinese House Compound and Batuan Temple

Next, re-board your coach and head to the Balinese House Compound, which consists of five buildings, each with a different function. The wall surrounding it is called 'aling-aling', which means to protect the evil spirit from entering the compound. Following your visit, re-board your coach and continue on to the Batuan Temple. This beautifully designed temple is adorned with full Balinese ornamentation, and the interior room is made from the fibre of the chromatic black palm tree. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive to the Ngurah Rai Bali International Airport.

Guests with flights departing after 5 p.m. can explore the local village life in Bali during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Tohpati Village

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to Tohpati Village, known for its unique batik cloth processing. Upon arrival, a visit is made to a batik cloth processing workshop. See how the batik cloth is either handmade or printed on by applying various colours, then covered with wax after each respective colour is added.

Balinese House Compound and Batuan Temple

Next, re-board your coach and head to the Balinese House Compound, which consists of five buildings, each with a different function. The wall surrounding it is called 'aling-aling', which means to protect the evil spirit from entering the compound. Following your visit, re-board your coach and continue on to the Batuan Temple. This beautifully designed temple is adorned with full Balinese ornamentation, and the interior room is made from the fibre of the chromatic black palm tree. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive to the Ngurah Rai Bali International Airport.

Experience the rich cultural heritage and spiritual enlightenment that shapes the lives of the Balinese people during this picturesque, full-day sightseeing excursion.

Benoa, Padang Galak, Temple Courtyard, Melukat Ceremony

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to Padang Galak, a Balinese Hindu temple located where the rivers and sea meet, and are fed by natural springs. Upon arrival, take a guided stroll through shaded pathways into the temple courtyard, where your Melukat (ritual cleansing and purification ceremony) takes place. The Melukat cleanses one's past-and-present lives, both spiritually and physically, from negative elements by washing the body in holy water.

Balinese Blessings and Purification, Spiritual Bathing

Upon entering the temple's courtyard, meet the Pemangku (Temple Priest) who presides over the ceremony of purification and presents religious offerings. You are then led to the prayer spot to worship. The ritual commences with prayer to ask permission to the Gods in holding this ceremony. Incense and offerings are placed in various areas of the temple where the ceremony takes place as an offering to the Gods. Afterward, you are led down to sea for a spiritual bathing, then escorted to the bathhouse on the other side of the temple. Here, the continuity of purification takes place as a symbol to throw off any past negative actions and traumas. Following the purification ceremony, proceed to a simple, basic changing room situated on the outer courtyard of the temple.

Lunch, Ubud Village, Bebek Bengil Restaurant, Singapadu Village, Balinese House Compound

Next, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at the Bebek Bengil restaurant in Ubud Village. After lunch, a final stop is made in the small village of Singapadu for a visit to a Balinese House Compound. Upon arrival, a guided walking tour offers a unique insight into conventional Balinese life. The housing complex features several purposed buildings separately set in one central compound. Included are the Bale Daja (building set in the north), Bale Dangin (building set in the east), Bale Delod (building set in the south) and a kitchen set in the west. Following your visit, commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive back to the pier.

Bali is so beautiful that the natives believe heaven will be just like home, and touring this island paradise, it's easy to see why. This island has it all: beaches, volcanoes, terraced rice fields, forests, renowned resorts and wondrous ancient temples. But what sets Bali apart from other nearby tropical destination is Balinese tradition, and villagers dedicated to celebrating it. The hundreds of temples, dances, rituals, and crafts linked to their ancient Hindu faith aren't a show for tourists, but a living, breathing culture in which visitors are warmly received by the Balinese, who cherish their own identities.

Boarding your comfortable motor coach at the Pier of Benoa, a leisurely afternoon drive brings you into the small customary village of Blahbatuh in Gianyar district to visit one of village's temple called Pura Dalem or popularly called Blahbatuh Temple, which is still being used as a place for worshipping and well-maintained by the village community of the surrounding areas. After touring the temple ground, join your Tour Guide as you walk through a shaded countryside pathways until you reach a small alley that is connecting to Sudi Dance School. Upon arrival, you'll be warmly welcomed by local villagers wearing their traditional dress with their Balinese hospitality, then you'll be escorted to the lobby area where a refreshing drink awaits. Afterward, there is an opportunity to observe a colorful activities and attraction housed at the Sudi Dance School, such as: making a typical Balinese cakes, and then this include daily Balinese activities and making a religious offerings, is one of the daily offerings made by Balinese Hindus to thank Ida Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa (God) in praise and prayer. Then, you'll proceed to the main pavilion to witness the children to study how to play musical ensemble locally called Gamelan. Sudi Dance school, is a place concern for the development and conservation of Bali's precious cultural heritage, set nicely at the small village of blahbatuh. During the day, there are local children come to study traditional Balinese music and dance, and there are a number of traditional dances learned by local children which is instructed by a professional and master dancer. Before departing Sudi Dance School, you'll be entertained a traditional Balinese Dance performance while enjoying your refreshment.

After you have enjoyed the Dance Performance and refreshment, rejoining your motor coach, and as your tour draws to a close, you'll make your way to the last stop at the village of Kemenuh, known for its woodcarving. Here, you can observe the local craftsmen as they turn slabs of teak or ebony woods into intricate statues and masks. The guests have an opportunity to browse and purchase their intricate woodcarvings.

After conclusion of your memorable visit, your motor coach then brings you back directly to the pier of benoa, where your ship awaits, commencing approximately one and a half hours drive from kemenuh village.

Arrive back to Benoa pier.

Discover the local lifestyles, traditions and temples in the lush, verdant countryside and uplands of Bali during this panoramic, full-day sightseeing excursion.

Benoa, Mengwi Pass, Lukluk, Penarungan & Luwus Countrysides, Coffee Plantation Tour/Tasting

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive through the lush, green countrysides of Mengwi Pass, Lukluk and Penarungan en route to Luwus, and a visit to a coffee plantation. Upon arrival, take a guided visit along shaded pathways for an up-close look at the traditional growing and production processes. Following your tour, proceed for a tasting of different kinds of local coffee.

Ulun Danu Bedugul Temple, Crater-Lake

Next, re-board your coach and continue on to the Bali highland of Bedugul for a visit to the Ulun Danu Bedugul Temple. One of the magnificent Balinese Hindu temples located on a lake at the edge of a huge crater, the Ulun Danu Bedugul Temple can be traced back to the rise of the Mengwi Kingdom. The temple was built in the 17th century in worship of the many Hindu Trinity; Brahma, Wisnu, Ciwa and the crater-lake Goddess, Dewi Danu. The name of the temple, Ulun Danu, is taken from the crater-lake on which the temple is built, and the temple is dedicated to Dewi Danu. The dominant shrines here are the 'merus' (pagodas). The exquisite beauty and cool atmosphere of the Bali uplands make this crater-lake and temple a popular, and frequently photographed, sightseeing and recreation spot.

Lunch, Tohpati Village, Batik Processing Centre, Batik Fabric-Making Demonstration

Following your visit, re-board your coach and proceed for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, re-board your coach and head to your final stop, the small village of Tohpati, for a visit to the Batik Processing Centre. Upon arrival at this workshop setting, observe from up-close a demonstration of the traditional techniques utilised in making Batik fabrics, which are made completely by hand. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately one-hour drive back to the pier.

Explore the rich cultural heritage, traditions, religion and daily life of the Balinese people during this scenic and informative, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Benoa, Countryside Drive, Balinese House Compound

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 90 -minute drive to the small village of Singapadu, and a visit to the Balinese House Compound. Upon arrival, take a lovely, guided stroll through shaded Balinese countryside pathways leading up to one of the traditional Balinese house compounds, a typical building utilised as a local settlement.

Balinese House Tour, Bedulu, Countryside Drive, Elephant Cave

During your visit, your guide explains how the Balinese live communally and harmoniously. The Balinese home is often viewed as a living organism. Much like a human being, it has a head (the ancestral shrine), arms (the sleeping quarters and living room), and legs and feet (the kitchen and rice granaries). This walking tour offers a unique insight into conventional Balinese life.

Next, your journey continues with a picturesque drive through the Bedulu countryside en route to a stop at the Elephant Cave, an ancient Hindu monastery. This ancient monastery was built in the early -11^th century during the reign of one of the most famous Balinese kings, Udayana, who ruled with his Javanese queen. After Udayana died, the hermitage was restored by his famous children, Airlangga, Marakatta and Anak Wungsu.

Guided Cave Tour, Return Drive, Benoa

Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour of the Elephant Cave, which was used by both Buddhist and Hindu monks, as well as the kings and their descendants, likely as a place of retreat and meditation. The cave was discovered in 1923, but the rest of the compound, including the bathing area, statues of the water spout a nd other statues were excavated by archaeologists in 1954. At the conclusion of your memorable visit, re-board the coach and commence the 1.75-hour drive back to the pier.

Explore Bali's religious past and the verdant beauty of the island's lush countryside during this temple tour, and a scenic visit to Bali's Orchid Garden.

Depart the pier for the drive to Mengwi. En route, a visit to a batik workshop offers a unique opportunity to admire the artistry and techniques involved in producing the famous batik cloth, a tradition that has been passed down for generations. Guest will have time to purchase the product.

Next, proceed to the Royal Temple in Mengwi, once the centre of a powerful kingdom.

Pura Taman Ayun

This amazing, 16th-century temple complex served as the family temple of the Mengwi Dynasty, whose kingdom survived until the late-1800s. Mengwi's main attraction, the temple is adorned with a wide moat, exquisite wooden shrines and beautifully carved gates.

Following your visit, your journey continues with a drive toward the Southwest Coast, Arriving at a local restaurant, stop for a buffet lunch. During lunch enjoy a Balinese dance performance.

Tanah Lot

After lunch, a visit is made to Tanah Lot, Bali's most photographed temple. The black lava towers of this sacred, 16th-century temple stand on a rocky outcrop 656 feet (200 metres) offshore. Although crossing to the temple is only possible during low tide, you can photograph it from the opposite shore.

Leaving Tanah Lot, a 85-minute drive brings you to the Bali Orchid Garden, located near Sanur.

Bali Orchid Garden

Opened in 1999, the Bali Orchid Garden provides a relaxing, tropical haven where you can stroll amidst a wide variety of exotic flowers and plants. However, the garden's most noteworthy exhibit is its fabulous orchid collection.

Following this delightful visit, your scenic journey through Bali concludes with a 1 hour return drive to the pier in Benoa.

This tour is available for desembarking guests with flights departing after 8.30 p.m.

Benoa, Coffee Plantation & Tasting

Depart from the pier of Benoa, relax and enjoy the scenery of one hour and 45-minute drive brings you into the lush countryside of Negari to visit Coffee Plantation. Upon arrival, a guided walk through shaded pathways to explore coffee plantations and other tropical spices as well as to observe up-close the Bali coffee - making process. This offers a wonderful experience trip on your holiday in Bali where you can taste our local coffee, tea, and chocolate. The local Balinese farmers are very creative to plant variety of coffee but two species of coffee that mostly planted in this island includes Robusta and Arabica. The farmers are stepping into a new idea to create their coffee plantation as a tourist where you may visit it with some coffee for free tasting.

Bedulu Village & Goa Gajah Monastery

Leaving Negari Coffee Plantation behind, your journey continues on to the small village of Bedulu to visit Goa Gajah Monastery, an ancient Hindu Monastery built in the 11^th.century during the reign of one of the most famous Balinese king Udayana who ruled with His Javanese Queen called Mahendradatta. This ancient monastery was discovered in 1923 and were excavated in 1954 by the government archaeologist working under the Dutch expert named Krijman. And this ancient monastery was used by both both Buddhist and Hindu Monks and the king as well as His descendants as a place of retreat and meditation during the kingdom era in Bali.

Lunch, Celuk Village & Silver Workshop

After touring the ancient monastery ground, proceed to the restaurant located in Maya Ubud Resort (Maya Sari Restaurant), where your lunch will be served. After lunch, as your tour draws to a close and before transferring to the Ngurah Rai International Airport of Denpasar, Bali, you'll make your way to the final stop at the village of Celuk, a center of gold and silver work where over half the village's population is involved in the silver industry. Original designs in delicate filigree make Balinese jewelry one of the most remarkable styles in Asia. As with most Balinese crafts, gold and silver work is largely a hereditary trade with apprentices beginning to train at a young age and by the time they reach the age of 12, already producing fine ornaments.

After conclusion of your memorable visit, your motor coach then takes you directly to Ngurah Rai International Airport of Denpasar.

Starting off from the Pier of Benoa, a leisurely morning drive of one hour and 45-minute brings you into the Balinese countryside.

Village of Negari , coffee plantation

You will first visit the village of Negari, Gianyar District to visit Local Coffee Plantations. Upon arrival, a guided walk through shaded pathway to explore coffee plantations and other tropical spices as well as to observe up-close the Bali coffee making process.

This offers a wonderful experience trip on your holiday in Bali where you can taste our local coffee, tea and Luwak coffee. The local Balinese farmers are very creative to plant variety of coffee but two species of coffee that mostly planted in this island includes Robusta and Arabica. The farmers are stepping into a new idea to create their coffee plantation where you may visit it with some variety of coffee for testing. Despitefully, you'll have a good opportunity to try our local Balinese snake-skin fruits.

Village of Singapadu, Visit of a typical Balinese House Compound

Following your delightful visit, your journey continues on to the small village of Singapadu to visit a typical Balinese House Compound. When you get to the small village, join your Tour Guide as you walk through shaded countryside's pathways until you reach the entrance gate of a stunning traditional Balinese House Compound, is the traditional Balinese house complex with several houses building separately set in one house area. The buildings are mostly designed by Balinese architectures taking daily social Balinese life concept pointing out the hospitality. It is very charming concept of house building consisted of several buildings with different purpose of activities. Mostly, the Balinese people house equipped by major house building includes Bale Daja ( building set in the north ), Bale Dangin ( building set in the east ), Bale Delod ( building set in the south ) and a kitchen set in the west.

Village of Sanur, Mertasari Temple

As your tour draws to a close, you'll make your way to the final stop at the coastal village of Sanur to visit one of Balinese Hindu Temples called Mertasari Temple, located on the southern end of Sanur Beach is tucked under a canopy of dense tree cover. After touring the temple ground and conclusion of your memorable visit, your motor coach then brings you back directly to the pier of Benoa, commencing approximately a half an hour drive from Mertasari Temple.

Arrive back to the Pier of Benoa.

Explore Bali at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Bali at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Bali at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Bali at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Capture the essence of Balinese cooking during this tour, hands-on cooking demonstration at Bali's Anika Balinese Cooking School. Bali is known for its flavourful cuisine and attractive presentation. This outing offers a unique culinary and cultural experience led by the chef of the school.

Departing the pier, a short drive takes you to Tuban near the main Kuta area. Tuban, with its quieter and more relaxed atmosphere, has developed over the past few years as a prime resort area and a favourite amongst visitors. Once a fishing village with its white sand beach, Tuban is now home to the Anika Balinese Cooking School.

Anika Balinese Cooking School

Fresh ingredients and local produce are the true taste of Bali. Bali cooking is a creative process that is simple and a lot of fun. Learn the techniques and become familiar with the fresh herbs, spices, and other ingredients that make Balinese food delightfully tasty as well as nutritious and cleansing. Explore different ways to blend and balance the varied flavours to create a stimulating array of unique tastes. Try your hand at the Balinese mortar and pestle, blend spices, and discover how to create the delicate balance of curry or bumbu.

Through demonstration and hands-on experience, prepare lunch and dine together on an assortment of exquisite dishes, from satay and grilled fish and curries to black rice pudding dessert. Afterwards, enjoy the fruits of your labour, accompanied by local beer or soft drinks.

The Van then returns you to the pier in Benoa.

Experience the traditional culture and lifestyles of the Balinese people during this immersive, full-day sightseeing excursion.

Benoa, Tabanan, Local Rice Fields, Coffee and Cocoa Plantations, Vegetable Farm, Tunjuk Village

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the small village of Tunjuk, located in the Regency of Tabanan. En route, pass by a stunning panorama of local rice fields, coffee and cocoa plantations, and a vegetable farm. Upon arrival at the Taman Sari Buwana Home Base, receive a warm welcome and brief introduction from your local guide, then begin your interactive journey into the traditional culture and lifestyles of the Balinese people.

Elementary School Visit

Begin with a guided stroll through shaded countryside pathways en route to a village elementary school. Upon arrival, observe teaching and learning activity (with exceptional school holiday, exam, and on Saturday - after school at 10:00 a.m.), meet and communicate with the students in English, as they have been studying basic English since they were in the fourth grade.

Local Village and Home Visit, Observe/Participate in Traditional Daily and Rice-Farming Activities

Next, a visit is made to a local village, and the home of a local family. Participate in, and explore, their traditional daily activities and attractions, including traditional Balinese cake-making and religious offerings, peeling coconut skin, and grating coconut in their traditional way utilising a very simple tool. Following your visit, return to the Taman Sari Buwana Home Base for an opportunity to explore the nearby rice fields and participate in farming activities, including preparing the land, ploughing the rice fields, and cultivating or planting rice. Should you opt not to participate in the farming activities, you can relax and observe them whilst sitting casually at the traditional huts in the middle of the rice fields.

Coconut Tree-Climbing, Balinese Lunch, Tohpati Village, Batik Cloth Production and Shopping

Following the farming activities, walk through the dykes between the rice fields en route to an area of tropical plantations. Observe a demonstration of climbing coconut trees, where a young coconut is picked for your refreshments, then return to the Home Base of Taman Sari Buwana. Upon arrival, take a break and sample boiled cassava before enjoying a typical Balinese set-menu lunch. After lunch, re-board your coach and head to Tohpati Village, renowned for producing exceptional Batik cloth. Observe skilled artisans utilising different methods of applying colours and prints to the fabric, and browse and purchase the items for sale. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 60-minute drive back to the pier.

Starting off from Benoa Pier, a leisurely morning drive of one hour and 15-minute brings you into the capital city of Bali called Denpasar.

Royal Palace in Denpasar

You'll first be transported to the Royal Palace in Denpasar called Puri Agung Jero Kuta, established by Dewa Gede Jambe Badung, more or less in 1820M.

After Abiseka as king of palace, he titled Kyai Gede Agung Jro Kuta Kahunin gan. Family of Puri Agung Jero Kuta is a direct descendant of the Dewa Agung Puri Klungkung Kusamba which is the King of Klungkung.

Puri Agung Jero Kuta to the present has layout or zone that still arranged like the ancient times. When entering the palace courtyard of Puri Agung Jero Kuta, there are 4 grand Gate.

In terms of royal formerly called Nyatur Singa or four different locations in the region. The first yard is Jaba Ancak Saji that is located in the southwest of the palace and is typically used to prepare before going into the palace, and then proceed to Jaba Tengah, Jaba Tandeg, Saren Agung (living room king), Suci, and the latter is Merajan Agung serves as a worship place of God.

Maintain the culture and local wisdom is characteristic of Puri Agung Jero Kuta, proved artisans still using traditional wooden looms nearly decades old. (at Merajan Agung, no visitor is allowed to enter, as it is a holy place for worshipping)

Badung Market

After touring the Royal Palace ground, your delightful journey continues on to the largest market located in the down town of Bali's capital city known as Denpasar to visit Badung Market, is a center of town's economics which is located in Gajah Mada street, that is main road and become a shopping center of Bali. This traditional market is opposite to the village temple that is one of three biggest temples in Denpasar. Badung Market is the largest market in Bali and acts as a sort of clearing home for many island goods. Sarong vendors in Padangbai may buy their wares at the Badung Market. Fruits and vegetable producers around Bali may bring their goods to the market of Badung, so the market is humming with activity.

Bali Museum visit

Re-joining your motor coach and leaving Badung Market behind, enjoy a short scenic drive to the other side of the town to visit Bali Museum, is a local museum collecting the old pre-historic and historic objects related to Bali island to preserve the local cultures from modern influences. It is strategically located right in the heart of Denpasar city. The object collections which are kept in Bali Museum can be classified become the pre-historic object collections like : the grave petrify ( sarkopag ), the object collection coming from history era like : stupika clay containing superstitious formula Ye Te, the bronze statues ( Hindu and Budha Statues ) and etnography object collection like: Keris, Endek cloth, and religious ceremony equipment ( Sangku, Cecepan, and Sidakarya Mask ).

Puputan Square

Join your Tour Guide as you walk trhough shaded town pathways and side walk, you'll reach Puputan Square where local inhabitants from the surrounding take their time to relax and admire the beauty of Jagatnatha temple as well historical statue of Puputan Badung which stands majestically in the northern side of the square as the icon of Denpasar city.

This solemn place commemorates a very important event in Balinese history : Mass suicide as a reaction to the Dutch invasion in 1906. The local fought losing battles with the invading armies and decided to rather commit suicides than to surrender to the usurpers. The imposing monument and the surrounding park serves as a memorial to the dead.

Lunch in a Local Restaurant in Sanur Area

As your tour draws to a close, and before returning to the pier of Benoa, you'll make your way to your final stop at the Local Restaurant located in Sanur area ( Ayodya restaurant ) where your lunch will be served. After lunch and conclusion of your memorable visit, your motor coach then brings you back directly to the pier of Benoa, commencing approximately half an hour drive from Ayodya Restaurant in Sanur area.

Arrive back to the pier.

The rainforest of Borneo at the 108,232-acre (about 43,800-hectare) Danum Valley Conservation Area, the largest protected area of lowland dipterocarp rainforest in Sabah, is incredible in terms of both its diversity and complexity. The rainforest features over 200 species of trees per acre/hectare, some of which are the oldest and tallest in the world. The wildlife here is also exceptional, with some of world's most varied animals, including orangutans, Asian elephants, 124 mammal species, 72 reptile species, 56 amphibian species, and over 325 bird species. During this unforgettable rainforest experience, indulge your senses with the spectacular natural splendour of your surrounds, and experience their exquisite beauty in a host of unique, fun-filled and awe-inspiring ways. Following an airport transfer and a scheduled flight from Denpasar, Bali to Kota Kinabalu via Kuala Lumpur, transfer to Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort for an overnight stay. After breakfast the next morning, transfer from Lahad Datu Airport to the Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL), your accommodations for the next three days. During this time, drink in the exquisite natural beauty of your surrounds, and search for wildlife species during panoramic, day-and-night rainforest drives and nature treks. In addition, marvel at the breath-taking rainforest vistas during canopy walks through the treetops, and cool off with a refreshing dip at an idyllic waterfall and/or a relaxing tubing session down the Danum River. Following your Borneo Rainforest adventure, check-out and transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Kota Kinabalu, and proceed for an overnight stay at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort. After breakfast and check-out on the final morning of your excursion, transfer to the airport. Your Mid-Voyage Land Adventure concludes on Day Six with a scheduled flight to Singapore, and a transfer to the pier. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

Borneo Rainforest Adventure

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Departs from: Bali on the 2nd April

Re-join ship: Singapore on the 7th April

Reserve by: 10th December 2019

IMPORTANT NOTE

This Silver Shore Mid-Land Adventure requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than the 10th December 2019. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised,later the 10th December 2019 to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.

Payment in full is due at time of final payment. Bookings made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea.

All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable, and non-refundable, within 120 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Land Adventures may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.

VISA INFORMATION:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for Malaysia. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas before cruising.

LOCAL CURRENCY:

The local currency is the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR); however, US Dollars are not well-accepted by most vendors; local ATMs are available in some locations visited, and major credit cards are accepted in most larger shops and hotels (shopping stops are not planned during this programme).

Experience the beautiful and expansive rainforest of Borneo in a host of unique, fun-filled and awe-inspiring new ways during this this unforgettable, five-night overland adventure.

DAY ONE - Thursday, April 2, 2020 - Bali/Kuala Lumpur/Kota Kinabalu

Airport transfer and a scheduled flight from Denpasar, Bali to Kota Kinabalu via Kuala Lumpur

Meet your guide and transfer to the airport via private coach for your scheduled, approximately three-hour scheduled flight from Denpasar, Bali to Kuala Lumpur, and a scheduled, approximately two-hour, 40-minute connecting scheduled flight to Kota Kinabalu (flight MH714 Bali 1310pm - Kuala Lumpur 405pm and then onwards Kuala Lumpur 550pm - Kota Kinabalu 830pm)

Resort transfer and check-in

Upon arrival at Kota Kinabalu International Airport, meet your guide and transfer to Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort via private coach for check-in.

Overnight in a Deluxe Sea View Room at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort - Kota Kinabalu

DAY TWO - Friday, April 3, 2020 - Kota Kinabalu/Lahad Datu/Borneo Rainforest Lodge

After breakfast at the resort, check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the airport via private coach for a scheduled, approximately one hour scheduled flight to Lahad Datu. (flight MH3014 Kota Kinabalu 940am - Lahad Datu 1035am)

Transfer from Lahad Datu Airport to the Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL)

Upon arrival at Lahad Datu Airport, meet your guide and depart via private coach for the scenic, approximately three hours drive to the Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL). At approximately 108,232 acres (about 43,800 hectares), the Danum Valley Conservation Area is the largest protected area of lowland dipterocarp rainforest in Sabah.

Check-in at the hotel, and free time

Upon arrival at the lodge, which is renowned for offering the very best in hospitality, freshen-up, and acclimate yourself to the lodge's facilities and programme.

Lunch at the lodge, a slide presentation and drive to the Borneo Rainforest

After lunch at the lodge, proceed for a slide presentation in the Conference Room, then meet your guide and depart for an afternoon walk in the Borneo Rainforest.

Picturesque nature trek, and a scenic and exhilarating canopy walk among the treetops

Take a guided jungle trek along nature trails en route to the Canopy Walkway, which is approximately 984 feet (about 300 metres) in length and approximately 85 feet (about 26 metres) at its highest point. During an exhilarating canopy walk among the treetops, take in spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding rainforest below. At the conclusion of your rainforest visit, transfer back to the lodge for some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner at the lodge, night-time activities such as a night drive, night walk, slide show and more

After dinner at the lodge, join in activities arranged especially for the night, including an evening game drive in search of nocturnal animals, night walk, slide show and more (activities selected for the night vary depending on wildlife sightings, availability of vehicle, availability of power supply for slide show, etc.).

Overnight in a Deluxe Room at the Borneo Rainforest Lodge - Lahad Datu

DAY THREE - Saturday, April 4, 2020 - Borneo Rainforest Activities

Early breakfast, nature walk, Coffin Cliff Viewpoint, and panoramic views

After breakfast at the hotel, take a guided trek to the ancient Kadazandusun burial site, Coffin Cliff, and take in splendid views in all directions from the Coffin Cliff Viewpoint.

Jacuzzi Pool, lunch at the lodge, a jungle trek and a relaxing tubing session down the Danum River

Next, descend down to the Jacuzzi Pool for an opportunity to relax a bit and take a refreshing dip. After lunch back at the lodge, meet your guide for an afternoon jungle trek or subject to water travel,enjoy a relaxing tubing session down the Danum River.

Dinner at the lodge and night-time activities such as a night drive, night walk, slide show and more

After dinner at the lodge, join in activities arranged especially for the night, including an evening nature walk in search of nocturnal animals. Following your guided walk, return to the lodge.

Overnight in a Deluxe Room at the Borneo Rainforest Lodge - Lahad Datu

DAY FOUR - Sunday, April 5, 2020 - Borneo Rainforest Activities

Breakfast, a nature walk in search of wildlife and lunch at the lodge

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a nature walk in search of more wildlife. Following your nature walk, return to the lodge for lunch.

Afternoon nature trek in search of more wildlife

This afternoon, take another guided trek along the nature trail and marvel at your lush surrounds. Following your afternoon nature trek, return to the lodge for some free time to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner at the lodge and night-time activities such as a night drive, night walk, slide show and more

After dinner at the lodge, join in activities arranged especially for the night, including an optional night drive (depending upon availability and weather) or a nature walk in search of nocturnal animals. Following your night drive or nature walk, return to the lodge.

Overnight in a Deluxe Room at the Borneo Rainforest Lodge - Lahad Datu

DAY FIVE - Monday, April 6, 2020 - Lahad Datu/Kota Kinabalu

Breakfast and the morning at leisure

Breakfast is at the hotel, with the rest of the morning at leisure.

Lunch at the lodge, check-out and an airport transfer for your flight to Kota Kinabalu

Lunch is at the lodge. After lunch, check-out, meet your guide and transfer to the Lahad Datu Airport for your scheduled, approximately one-hour scheduled flight to Kota Kinabalu (MH3019 Lahad Datu 1615pm-Kota Kinabalu 1710pm)

Hotel transfer and check-in at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa

Upon arrival at the Kota Kinabalu Airport, meet your guide and transfer to Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa for check-in.

Overnight in a Deluxe Sea View Room at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort - Kota Kinabalu

DAY SIX - Tuesday, April 7, 2020 - Kota Kinabalu/Singapore

Breakfast, check-out and an airport transfer for your scheduled flight to Singapore

After breakfast at the hotel, check-out, meet your guide and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your scheduled, approximately two-hour, 15-minute flight to Singapore (TR491 Kota Kinabalu 1145am-Singapore 2pm)

Transfer to the pier and embark the ship

Upon arrival in Singapore, meet your guide and transfer to the pier. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure requires an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven, bumpy, rocky, grassy, slippery, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, safari vehicle and inner-tube, board/de-board the airplane and embark/disembark the boat, and many steps at the sites visited. This tour is recommended for active guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with a fear of heights, guests who suffer from vertigo, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable, long-or-short cotton clothing with leech socks and flat, sturdy, and closed-toe walking shoes, sneakers and slippers, and bring sun protection, a weatherproof jacket, raingear, an extra change of clothing (in case you get caught in the rain), a small towel, swimwear, insect repellent, toiletries, a flashlight, knapsack, waist pouch, trekking/hiking pole, plastic bags, camera, first-aid kit, and local currency for purchases from the ship. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. The tour sequence and itinerary may vary. Trail walks and activities are all arranged by the Borneo Rainforest Lodge, and may not follow this sample itinerary. The Lodge reserves the right to cancel the night drives or night walks due to unforeseen circumstances, unavailability of vehicle and/or inclement weather. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Airlines restrict baggage to one bag at approximately 66 pounds (about 30 kilograms) per person if flying international via Malaysian Airlines, and approximately 44 pounds (about 20 kilograms) when flying to Lahad Datu Economy-Class; hand-luggage cannot exceed 15 pounds (about 7 kilograms) in weight, and smaller aircraft may be utilised (at the discretion of the airline). Additional bags can be checked in at the service desk, and the fee is payable at the check-in counter at the time of booking.

Programme Includes:

Three-night stay in a Deluxe Jungle Room at the Borneo Rainforest Lodge - Lahad Datu (fully equipped with Air-Condition)

Two-night stay in a Tanjung Deluxe Seaview Room at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa - Kota Kinabalu

Scheduled flights: Bali/Kuala Lumpur/Kota Kinabalu/Lahad Datu/Kota Kinabalu/Singapore (Economy-Class). Business-Class is available upon request at an additional charge and subject to availability, as most aircraft do not offer business seating

5 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners with drinks included

Room service dinner on the first evening at the Shangri La Hotel in Kota Kinabalu with drinks included

Borneo slideshow presentation

Day-and-evening rainforest drives (subject to availability and weather)

Day-and-evening nature treks/walk

Treetop canopy walks along the Canopy Walkway

Tubing session down the Danum River (subject to water level)

All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Not Included:

Any meals and drinks not specified above, charges incurred by the airlines for excess or overweight luggage, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance, and other personal items.

Explore the rich cultural heritage of the Balinese people, and gain valuable insight into their day-to-day life, religion and traditions during this overland tour of Bali.

01MIDDPS-B Balinese Sojourns

Duration: 2 Days/ 1 Night

Departs from: Benoa-Bali

Re-join ship: Benoa-Bali

Reserve: At least 90 days prior to sailing

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This Land Adventure is a small group luxury tour, providing bespoke cultural and sightseeing experiences. We limit the tour to a small group in order to ensure your experience is a high-quality one. Spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. If the program fills up, you'll be accommodated on a space-available basis. Advanced booking is required at least 90 days prior to sailing date via Silversea Reservations. We suggest booking early to secure your spot(s).

Please be advised that a minimum number of participants is required for this program to run as described. In rare cases when the minimum number of participants is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the program at an increased rate based on private arrangements or to cancel your specific departure for a refund. The self-cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, is 90 days or sooner to initial sailing date at the rate of 100% program fare per person. The payment for your Land Adventure is due in full on the same date as your final payment due for your cruise. Per Silversea's general payment terms, bookings made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner.

All Land Adventures are non-transferable and non-refundable within 120 days of sailing, with the exception of cancellation by Silversea. Our family-friendly land programs require adult accompaniment of any guests under the age of 18. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Silversea and our local operators make every effort to ensure your land program runs as described. Our local operators reserve the right to modify tour sequence, sites visited and venues mentioned due to operational reasons.

VISA INFORMATION:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for Bali-Indonesia. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas before cruising.

LOCAL CURRENCY:

The local currency is Indonesian Rupiah; however Euros and US dollars are well-accepted by most vendors; local ATMs are available in some locations visited. (There is no shopping stop planned during the program.)

DAY ONE - Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021 - Benoa/Tohpati Village/Goa Gajah Monastery/Balinese House Compound/Tegallalang Rice Terraces/Ubud

Your day will start on the Southern part of the island, and upon the ship arrives you'll be warmly welcomed then proceed and boarding your comfortable motor coach at Benoa Pier.

Starting off from the pier of Benoa, a leisurely morning drive of a 45-minute brings you into the village of Tohpati located on the outskirt of Denpasar to visit Batik Tohpati, well-known for processing exceptional Batik cloth. Here, you'll have a unique opportunity to observe skilled artisans at work as they use the different methods of applying the colors and printing to the fabric. Following your delightful visit, your journey continues on to the small village of Bedulu to visit Goa Gajah Monastery, an ancient Hindu Monastery built in the 11^th.century during the reign of one of the most famous Balinese king Udayana who ruled with His Javanese Queen called Mahendradatta. This monastery was discovered in 1923 and excavated in 1954 by the government archaeologist working under the Dutch expert named Krijman. And it was used by both Buddhist and Hindu Monks as well as the king and his descendants as a place for retreat and meditation. After touring an ancient Hindu Monastery ground, re-joining your motor coach and continuing on to the mountainous village of Central Bali called Kintamani, where your lunch will be served and you'll have a good opportunity to overlook to the beautiful scenery of Batur volcano and lake (weather permitted). Kintamani is a small village perched on the rim of a vast crater overlooking Mount Batur. Still active, Mount Batur is the largest caldera in Bali and the district in which it lies is the earliest known Balinese kingdom, dating from the 10th century. Enjoy lunch here at a local restaurant that affords breathtaking views over Mount Batur and glittering Batur Lake ( depends on the weather, because clouds and fogs frequently come to appear even during the dry season due to its high elevation of approximately 1,717 meters above the sea level ). After lunch, re-board your motor coach and proceed to the small village of Sekardadi located nearby Kintamani to visit a typical Balinese House Compound, is the traditional Balinese house complex with several houses building separately set in one house area. The buildings are mostly designed by Balinese architectures taking daily social Balinese life concept pointing out the hospitality. It is very charming concept of house building consisted of several buildings with different purpose of activities. Mostly, the Balinese people house equipped by major house building includes Bale Daja ( building set in the north ), Bale Dangin ( building set in the east ), Bale Delod ( building set in the south ) and a kitchen set in the west. As your tour draws to a close, and before transferring to designated hotel (Maya Ubud Resort) for your accommodations during your valuable holiday on the island of Bali, you'll make your way to the final stop at the Hamlet of Ceking to visit Tegallalang, is a famous and picturesque site for its beautiful scenes of rice - paddies involving the Subak (traditional Balinese co-operative irrigation system). The rice - terraces offers a perfect Bali photo opportunity with its dramatic views. The vistas sprawls down and away to the rice - terraces on the slopes across the valley.

After conclusion of your memorable visit, your motor coach then takes you directly to designated hotel (Maya Ubud Resort) for your accommodations during your valuable holiday on the island of Bali, situated on the edge of Ubud, commencing approximately half an hour drive from Tegallalang Rice Terraces.

Upon arrival at the hotel (Maya Ubud Resort), proceed to the Reception for Registration and Check - In, the remainder of the day is free at leisure until the time for Dinner.

Dinner tonight will be served at the restaurant in the hotel where you are staying (Maya Ubud Resort). Overnight at Maya Ubud Resort.

DAY TWO - Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021 - Ubud/Besakih Mother Temple/Kerta Gosa Old Court of Justice/Benoa

After breakfast, Luggage Collection and Check - Out, proceed to the hotel lobby to meet your Tour Guide to depart for a full-day tour to visit several interesting places located in the Eastern part of the island before transferring to the pier of Benoa to re-join the ship for your onward journey.

Starting off from the Hotel (Maya Ubud Resor), you'll first be transported to the small village located on the slope of Mout Agung the highest mountain o the island of Bali to visit the biggest Hindu temple called Besakih, is revered by all Balinese as the " Mother Temple " of Bali. Originating as a shrine for the worship and pacification of the Gods of great Mt. Agung, Bali's highest volcano. It has developed over the centuries to its present complex which contains nearly 30 full temples complex. As early as the 10th.century it was already a state temple, and the Gelgel Dynasty of rulers carried on this responsibility from the 15th.century on adding a series of small temples in honor of the deified rulers as they passed away. The Provincial Government of Bali now take care of the up - keep of Besakih, and all Balinese look - upon it as the most holy of all holy places on the island of Bali. After touring Besakih temple ground, re-joining your motor coach, and proceed to the Local Restaurant where your lunch will be served. After lunch, as your tour draws to a close, and before transferring to the pier of Benoa, where your ship awaits, you'll make your way to the final stop at the small town in east Bali namely Klungkung or Semarapura to visit Kerta Gosa, an ancient Royal Court of Justice as a symbol of a reminder of the power and glory of this former kingdom. These two stately pavilions in their lotus pond garden at the center of the town of Klungkung, built in the 18th.century at which time they acted as the island's highest court of law. Their fantastic ceiling murals in the traditional "wayang" style of painting depict the punishments in hell for wrong - doers, as well as the rewards in heaven for those who are good and honest in their life - time. Depicting a highly evocative view of the Balinese belief in "karma pala", every action bears fruit, be it good or bad. Judgements were made according to traditional law by three Brahmana high Priest. During Dutch colonial rule the courts were still held here, pronouncing judgement on cases concerning custom and traditional law which could not be settled at the village level.

After conclusion of your memorable visit, your motor coach then brings you directly to the pier of Benoa, commencing approximately one and a half hours drive from the town of Klungkung..

Upon arrival at the pier of Benoa where your ship awaits and re-joining your onward journey, and before starts boarding, please kindly check your personal belonging and any other valuable items, then make sure that nothing left behind in the motor coach.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure requires an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven, cobblestone, rocky, sandy, grassy, slippery, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, and many steps at the sites visited (approximately 190 steps total). This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are encouraged to wear lightweigh clothing with flat, comfortable closed-toe walking shoes and bring from the ship sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and insect repellent. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Guests are advised that local traffic conditions may affect the duration of visits. The tour sequence and itinerary may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Programme Includes:

One -night stay at the Hotel Maya Ubud Resort (or similar) - Bali.

One breakfasts, Two lunches (lunch include choice of 2 drinks (small beers or soft drinks)) and One dinner (dinner include choice of 2 drinks (small beers or soft drinks) + 1 glass of local house wine)

All sightseeing as per itinerary

Not Included:

Any meals and drinks not specified above, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance, and other personal items.

InterContinental Bali Resort

On the mystical island of the Gods lies tranquil InterContinental Bali Resort. At traditional Jimbaran Bay the authentic resort is your secluded and peaceful haven, a perfect place to reflect on the local culture, famed for its timeless serenity, a place to absorb the delightful nature of Bali, in the luxurious and spacious 14 hectares of gardens facing the pure white sands of Jimbaran Bay. Within this sanctuary a collection of pleasures and natural heartfelt service awaits. Relax by the azure sea, explore the local village or discover the traditional fishing market. Join with the local community, living to honor the religious ceremonies, essential to daily Balinese life. InterContinental Bali Resort, where nature rejuvenates the spirit.

Our Simply Hotel selection is the perfect choice for those who want a centrally located setting from which to discover - or rediscover - the city. Rooms in these 4.5 and 5-star properties are generally Standard Double or King rooms that provide comfortable accommodations and superior service for those who wish to extend their trip with a cultural or shopping experience in some of the world's most iconic cities.

For your convenience, we can easily organise transfers between the airport and hotel or between the hotel and the pier so that you only have to decide how much or how little you wish to do.

Hotel brands that we consistently feature include Intercontinental, JW Marriott, Fairmont or the Conrad Group.

Four Seasons Hotel

Become one with Bali's magical energy and gentle nature. Sheltered in a calm bay with three miles of sand, the breezy villas channel an authentic Balinese village. Together with unforgettable views and authentic arts offerings, the Four Seasons Hotel bring you a deeper understanding of the island's stunning landscapes and inimitable culture.