Day 1 Ubud (Dinner: Bridges Bali )
You are picked up by your private driver and tour guide from your previous destination for the transfer to Bambu Indah Resort. Around 18.30 you are picked up by the tour guide and brought to Bridges Restaurant. Bridges has had a very good reputation among Ubud food lovers for quite some time now and keeps proving its constant high quality in a lovely setting. (Bridges, Richmond ridge menu We have selected for you the Richmond Bridge menu where you have the choice between 3 entrees, 3 main courses and 3 deserts (excl. beverages). The hotel we selected for you is Bambu Indah, an Eco Lifestyle Boutique hotel. The room we selected for you is the Udang House. Originally situated on the bottom part of the estate, close to the Ayung River and above an original shrimp pond that was used as food production, this house was brought back on the top level of the compound and opened for guests to enjoy. Now, Udang House, still has a tempered glass floor panels for an underwater panorama, over a natural pond. The house is situated at the source of the water fountain that supplies the natural pool so, the pond is not used for food production anymore, but the originality of this house is still the architectural innovation to find a glass floor in a century old house. Authentic shrimp baskets have been converted into lamps while the house also enjoys the view over the Sayan valley. The porch is private and cozy for languid afternoons taking in the sounds of the bubbling fountain and coolness of the water. The shower is partly indoor and partly outdoor providing guests an opportunity to commune with Nature. The glass tiled roof of the bathroom allows entry of the sunlight and the Bali moonlight at night an exquisite experience to bring the weary traveler back to life and create a connection to source – Overnight in Ubud
Day 2 Ubud (Breakfast: Hotel / Lunch: Picnic Lunch at Jatiluwih )
This morning after breakfast you are picked up by your driver and tour guide for the journey to Batukaru Temple. Located on the misty southern slopes of Mount Batukaru, Balis second highest volcano, the peaceful temple is surrounded by lush rain forest. Due to its remote location it is rarely visited by tourists, yet is an architectural beauty featuring a multitude of shrines with tiered roofs. It is meant to protect Bali from evil spirits and is an extremely sacred site for the islands Hindu population. From here drive to the UNESCO listed rice terraces of Jatiluwih where stunning emerald green rice fields cover the sides of the hills. Take a short trek of about 30-45 minutes through the rice terraces to your special picnic spot. While you walk your guide will tell you about the Subak irrigation system that has been preserved by the Balinese farmers for centuries. Sit down and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch while taking in the undisturbed views over the stunning landscape. Return to your hotel. – Overnight in Ubud
Day 3 Ubud (Breakfast: Hotel / Lunch: Manisan Restaurant )
You are picked up by your tour guide and driver for the short drive to Ubud centre. We start with a visit to Puri Lukisan museum where you will get a taste of Traditional Balinese paintings and wood carvings with their extensive collection. Next we go to Ubud palace and the market right next to it. From here we drive to Ubud Monkey Forest where you can see the naughty inhabintans playing around in the trees and their temple. Time for relaxation with a 1 hour Traditional Balinese massage in the local spa. Lunch is served in a local restaurant – Overnight in Ubud
Day 4 Ubud (Breakfast: Hotel )
This morning you are free at leisure until it is time for your transfer to your next destination