Sunday, February 23, 2014

Kintamani - Volcano Tour

Total Pax
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Price (USD)
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In this tour, we are going to take you to the northeast part of Bali which offers a magnificent view of lake Batur. Here is also a good place to have lunch while enjoying the view of the lake. Besides seeing this enchanting sight, it is also combined with some other attractions as mentioned in the itinerary below:
  • BATUBULAN           : Barong and Kris dance, stone carving, batik ikat
  • CELUK                      : Balinese silver work
  • MAS                          : Hand-made wood carvings
  • TAMPAK SIRING    : Holy spring water temple
  • KINTAMANI            : Beautiful view of volcanic mount Batur and lake Batur
  • TEGALLALANG       : The picturesque rice field terraces
  • UBUD                        : The colony of art, museum, Palace, and monkey forest


BATUBULAN
This village is famous for its Barong & Kris Dance which is performed everyday in two different timing: morning and evening. Morning dance is conducted from 09:30 to 10:30. The Barong & Kris dance tells us about the balance between goodness and badness in everyday life of Hindus. Visitors are advised to see it all because it is so attractive and entertaining. Besides, this area is well-known for its spectacular stone carvings. Find them more on the spot to have real descriptions of Balinese style carvings.




CELUK
It is a silver and gold smith village which has been renowned all over the world. Various and high quality silver work is made by local silver smiths which is incomparable to any places in Bali. For jewellery lovers, it is highly recommended to have a visit in to this place and buy one for souvenir or self-used. This place is reachable only 20 minutes drive from Ubud or 5 minutes from Barong Dance venue of Batubulan. Various unique design silver works are produced everyday and showcase in each art shop along Celuk street. Not only is it admired by local people, it is much loved by people from other countries. This makes the silver work producers export their high quality work to United States, England, Japan, etc.



MAS VILLAGE
An art village seems to be very suitable to address this place. Thousands of handicrafts and paintings can easily be found here. If you look for either old or modern furniture, this village offers a wide range. Starting from entering the village, on both sides of the road you will see lots of displays of art from the shops and they seem attracting visitors to have a closer look inside. This is a good place to visit by art lovers because they can go from one shop (or gallery) to another just in seconds. It takes only 10 minutes drive from Celuk or 15 minutes drive from Ubud city you can have high quality arts which are originally made by local villagers. Throngs of visitors visit this place every day, and now is your turn to be part of them and see the specialty of Balinese art.



TAMPAK SIRING
Another prestigious historical remain is Holy Spring Water Temple (Pura Tirta Empul) nestled in Tampak Siring district, Gianyar regency. This temple is famous for its ‘holy bathing and showers’ which is believed to eliminate diseases and to purify human body and spirit. Furthermore, close to this temple, we can see the mansion of Indonesian president which was built by first president of Indonesia. The palace was built elegantly in a modern style on its era. Throngs of visitors come into this place every day especially on a holy day such as full moon or the temple ceremony. We highly recommend you visit this place once you are in Bali and do purification under the fountains of the pool.



KINTAMANI
Kintamani is famous for its volcano (Mount Batur), Lake Batur and Batur Temple. It is located in Kintamani village, Bangli regency and takes about 50 minutes drive from Ubud or 1,5 hours from Denpasar. These three main attractions attract many visitors to enjoy the incomparable and fascinating views of Bali’s nature. These mountainous tourist objects have always chilly and cool weather that tease visitors enjoy tea or coffee in a local restaurant around the area. Throngs of visitors visit this site everyday simply to take pictures and have lunch while enjoying the view. Come and see this fascinating site and do not forget to have your camera with you.



TEGALLALANG
Tegallalang Rice Terrace is the second biggest rice terrace in the island. It unveils the uniqueness of local genius in coordinating with nature to form a beautiful rice terrace. Pay a visit around morning or late afternoon and get the best nuance of the site while enjoying some coffee or tea in a coffee shop nearby. The best time to come here is between Februarys to September as it is mostly dry around this time and allows you to have the best photos. If you like trekking, it is also possible to do it here and our driver will be glad to guide you along the way. If you are one of agro-tourism lovers, do not miss a visit to coffee plantation which is about 3 minutes drive to the north. Do not miss the chance to taste different kinds of coffee and buy some for souvenirs.



UBUD
Famous for its art and culture, Ubud becomes the only tourism object to which people interested in arts are coming and visiting this place. Frankly speaking, Ubud tourism site is focusing on arts and culture; thus, many art work can be found almost everywhere in Ubud. Museums and fine art galleries are plenty. Besides, Ubud is also famous for its traditional market and holy monkeys (Monkey Forest). Ubud traditional market starts from early morning to eight o’clock, and will change to an art market afterwards. Both traditional and art markets are so recommended as they offer a very competitive price. The monkey forest itself is just 10 minutes away from the market. There are more than 300 sacred monkeys there and they are quite friendly to the visitors. If you come and visit it, do not forget to bring some bananas for them.



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