Best of Bali: Cultural Exchange & Yoga With Raha Bamdadi
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Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Mar 17-21, 2023
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
10
Transportation
Private transfer/van
Tour Price
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Age range
18+
Travel interest
Yoga, meditation, culture, sightseeing
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Set your sights on the Indonesian paradise of Bali, perfect for a week of wellness, exploration, and relaxation! Join Raha as you meditate on your stunning surroundings and spend time with a community of like-minded yogis in search of a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Become more mindful of yourself and your spiritual surroundings on this mystical island, touring iconic temples and learning about Balinese culture. Rejuvenate yourself and conquer the volcanic Mt. Batur on a sunrise walk, and learn how to cook up a storm with a local chef! This trip really showcases the best of Bali, and there's something for everyone! With some of the best food on the planet, homegrown coffee you won't taste anywhere else, and a connection to nature and spirituality like no other, Bali will provide you with the perfect place to enjoy a mindful getaway and a cultural reawakening. Namaste!
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
If you cancel your trip after placing a deposit but before your card on file is charged for the full payment, you can request a full refund of your deposit up to 30 days before the tour departure.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making the full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a refund.
Your TourHero
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Mar 17-21, 2023
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
10
Transportation
Private transfer/van
Set your sights on the Indonesian paradise of Bali, perfect for a week of wellness, exploration, and relaxation! Join Raha as you meditate on your stunning surroundings and spend time with a community of like-minded yogis in search of a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Become more mindful of yourself and your spiritual surroundings on this mystical island, touring iconic temples and learning about Balinese culture. Rejuvenate yourself and conquer the volcanic Mt. Batur on a sunrise walk, and learn how to cook up a storm with a local chef! This trip really showcases the best of Bali, and there's something for everyone! With some of the best food on the planet, homegrown coffee you won't taste anywhere else, and a connection to nature and spirituality like no other, Bali will provide you with the perfect place to enjoy a mindful getaway and a cultural reawakening. Namaste!
Timeline
- Day 1 · Denpasar and Ubud
- Arrive at Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport
- Airport transfer to Ubud
- Check-in to Arkamara Ubud Resort (or similar according to availability)
- Welcome circle (optional)
- Evening yoga and meditation
- Dinner
- Day 2 · Ubud
- Morning yoga and meditation
- Breakfast
- Visit to traditional Balinese market
- Balinese cooking class and lunch
- Return to hotel
- Free afternoon
- Evening yoga and meditation
- Dinner
- Day 3 · Ubud
- Sunrise Mt. Batur trek (optional/not included in price; see add-ons below)
- Breakfast at Mt. Batur's summit (optional/not included in price; see add-ons below)
- Tour of Penglipuran Village
- Lunch (not included in price)
- Lake Batur hot spring experience with lunch (optional/not included in price; see add-ons below)
- Return to hotel
- Free afternoon
- Evening yoga and meditation
- Dinner
- Day 4 · Ubud
- Morning yoga and meditation
- Breakfast
- Bali offering experience and visit to family temple
- Lunch
- Visit to Tirta Empul Temple for purification ceremony
- Visit to Tegallalang Rice Terrace (optional/not included in price)
- Return to hotel
- Evening yoga and meditation
- Dinner
- Day 5 · Departure
- Morning yoga and meditation
- Breakfast and check out of hotel
- Hotel pickup and transfer to the airport
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1
Selamat Datang — Welcome to Bali! Travel to tranquil Ubud for your wellness getaway
Your cultural reawakening starts here! After flying into Denpasar airport, we'll pick you up and carry you to your spiritual home for the week. Say goodbye to the bustling city as we head to Ubud, nestled in the Balinese countryside between lush jungles and scenic rice terraces. An arty, cultural hotspot in Bali, Ubud will be the ideal base for your explorations, meditations, and relaxation! You'll have some free time to unwind and absorb the atmosphere in your luxury resort once you've checked in. Your first big meeting with your fellow yogi will take place before dinner, in an evening yoga session welcoming you to your break. Dine on delicious local fare before crossing your fingers for a famous Bali sunset — the perfect way to close your first night and get you excited for the next few days.
Day 2
Cook up a storm with a local chef and learn about Bali's colorful customs
Good morning! It's your first full day in Bali, and what better way to start it than with some yoga? Stretch out the good vibes from the resort's rooftop yoga pavilion, align those chakras, and get ready to discover some of Bali's excellent cuisine. You'll have sampled some local fare at dinner and breakfast, but now's the chance to find out where those flavors came from! You'll visit a local market with your guide to source some ingredients for your culinary adventures. Then, with help from a local chef, you'll whip up and sample some local snacks. A fantastic introduction to Bali's vibrant culture and a tasty treat! When you return to the hotel, head back up to the roof for more yoga, and then the afternoon is yours. Hang out in the infinity pool, wander out into Ubud, or just lie back and relax. Come back together with your group for sunset yoga and another amazing Balinese dinner. Selamat Malam - goodnight!
Day 3
Enjoy some free time or embark on optional, adventurous activities
Set your alarm, look out your hiking boots, and don't forget to pack some water. Today, if you so choose, you'll ascend the colossal Mt. Batur, a volcanic behemoth with unbeatable views of Mt. Agung, Bali, and even the neighboring island of Lombok. You'll be taken early to the foot of the mountain and led up it by a local guide in time for a light breakfast and a cup of Balinese coffee as the sun rises. A spectacular and unforgettable sight, and then you get to hike all the way back down, too! (This activity isn't included in the base price of the trip; see add-ons below.) When you touch back down, you'll visit Penglipuran Village — a traditional town constructed from bamboo and featuring scenic gardens. You can add-on an optional dip in a volcanic hot spring, too, to reinvigorate you after your impressive hike! Returning to the hotel and then feel free to get yourself back to bed for a few hours! As the sun sets, one final yoga session will limber you up for a Balinese feast — the best reward after a day of adventure!
Day 4
Learn about Balinese customs and go on a pilgrimage to a magnificent temple
You've got one last full day in Bali for discovery, relaxation, and reawakening. After your morning yoga and refueling breakfast, you'll be taken on an excursion to a local village. There you'll meet a Balinese woman who'll help you prepare traditional offerings and educate you on their importance. This will be followed by a traditional Balinese feast with a jungle view, immersing you fully in Balinese living. Once you've filled up, it's time to cleanse those chakras at the Tirta Empul Temple where you'll witness a purification ceremony. This impressive temple is one of the holiest in Bali and a source of holy water used in shrines throughout the island. After your spiritual journey, head back to the hotel for more yoga and reflect on your week. You'll have one final night of food and festivities before it's time to get packed up and head to bed. The escape's flown by, but hopefully, you'll be back for more soon!
Day 5
Sampai Jumpa Lagi — It’s time to say goodbye to Bali... for now!
It’s time to say goodbye to your fellow yogi, and to Bali, at one final yoga session. Reflect on your getaway and the time you’ve spent with your new friends over breakfast. Then, once you’ve checked out, we’ll transport you back through the Ubud countryside to Denpasar and your flight home. We hope you’ve had a magical time in Bali — see you again soon!
Accommodation
Arkamara Resort Ubud (or similar according to availability)
The word Arkamara consists of ‘Arka’, meaning sun as the source of life, and ‘Amara’, meaning eternal. Arkamara Dijiwa Resort Ubud consistently delivers an amazing stay, characterized by genuine warmth and charm permeating from every element of the resort. An unforgettable experience every time. A tranquil hideaway deep in the heart of Ubud and far away from the hectic sprawl of everyday life, the Arkamara Resort is the perfect place to reconnect with the inner-self. Distinctive suites with contemporary décor offer complete seclusion and immerse you in the intertwining jungle and rice paddy surroundings. You'll find dedicated yoga space on-site in the form of a rooftop yoga pavilion, as well as a restaurant, a bar, a spa, and an infinity pool.Room type: jungle room; Double/twin occupancy
Included
- 4 nights in Arkamara Dijiwa Resort Ubud (or similar)
- Double/twin occupancy in accommodation
- All activities described in the itinerary
- All meals included (apart from lunch on day 1 and 3)
- Airport transfers
- English-speaking guides
- Venue for yoga and meditation
Not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance and Visa
- Gratuities
- Lunch on day 1 and 3
- Drinks with meals
- Optional add-on activities
Available add-on
Single supplement
Want a room all to yourself? Include this single supplement add-on if you fancy a little more privacy during your getaway.
Price: USD 302
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Mt. Batur sunrise trek and breakfast (Day 3)
Add-on an optional trek up Mt. Batur for some incredible views. Also includes a light breakfast.
Price: USD 60
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Lake Batur hot spring experience and lunch (Day 3)
Add-on an optional soothing spa treatment at a Lake Batur volcanic hot spring — the perfect way to relax and recover after your mighty hike! Also includes a light lunch.
Price: USD 25
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Tegallalang Rice Terrace Visit (Day 4)
Visit the famous UNESCO world heritage site and swing high over the jungle, getting some iconic Insta shots at the same time.
Price: USD 3
10 spots left
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
If you cancel your trip after placing a deposit but before your card on file is charged for the full payment, you can request a full refund of your deposit up to 30 days before the tour departure.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making the full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a refund.
- The day starts not-so-bright and early at 2 AM for a hike up Mt. Batur, a dormant volcano with a summit at 5,633 feet above sea level. - Wikimedia Commons
- After the hike, relax your muscles in a nearby hot spring. - Unsplash: Tayawee Supan
- Welcome to Ubud, a town in Bali that is so gorgeous that just needs to be seen to be believed. On your first evening there, you'll meet your fellow travelers, grab some dinner. and head to bed. - Pixabay: cocoandwifi
- Tour the iconic Tegallalang rice terraces and learn all about harvesting. - Unsplash: Niklas Weiss
- Try out a cooking class and learn to cook authentic Balinese cuisine, guided by a local cook! - Shibupavizha George
- Add-on: Mt. Batur sunrise trek - Wikimedia Commons
- Arkamara Resort Ubud - Arkamara Resort Ubud
- Arkamara Resort Ubud - Arkamara Resort Ubud
- Arkamara Resort Ubud - Arkamara Resort Ubud
- Arkamara Resort Ubud - Arkamara Resort Ubud
- Arkamara Resort Ubud - Arkamara Resort Ubud