Private ubud tour Rice teracce, temple & Secret waterfall

Ubud’s appeal is how quickly its scenery and culture change from one stop to the next: sacred temples, tiered rice fields, a forest sanctuary, and a waterfall all fit into one day. This tour links five very different places, with an English-speaking guide/driver and entry tickets included.

I like two things in particular: you get more than a quick photo stop at a single famous site, and the included tickets make the $24 price easier to assess. The day also pairs the well-known Monkey Forest and Tegalalang terraces with Tirta Empul and Tibumana Waterfall.

One caution: the schedule is full, and the Monkey Forest can close relatively early, so time at each stop matters. A no-show pickup was also reported, a serious concern for a tour built around a long day out; confirm your pickup details before setting off.

At a glance

• Five distinct stops: The plan includes the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul Temple, a coffee plantation and Tibumana Waterfall.
• Tickets are included: Entry to the forest, rice terrace, temple and waterfall is covered in the listed price.
• Pickup times vary by area: Pickup is listed for 8:30 a.m. in Ubud and 8 a.m. in Seminyak, Canggu, Nusa Dua and Sanur.
• Plan for a full day: The tour lasts about 10 hours, with lunch not included.
• Temple access has a restriction: Women during menstruation are not allowed to enter Tirta Empul.
• The overall feedback is mixed: Two of three ratings are five stars, while one reports a driver no-show.

Five Ubud stops in one long day

This is a broad introduction to Bali’s central sights, not a slow visit to one place. You move from the macaques and temples of the Sacred Monkey Forest to rice terraces, a holy spring temple, coffee growing and a waterfall. That variety is the main reason to consider the tour: if your time in Bali is short, it gives you a practical way to see several different sides of the island.

The schedule is listed as 10 hours, and pickup is included. Expect a day organized around getting between sites, rather than hours of free time at each one. The guide/driver is there to handle the route and provide English-language guidance, though no individual guide name or detailed description of the commentary is provided.

The tour is offered as private or small-group, so check which format you are booking. The minimum booking is two people. If you are traveling alone, this may not be the right fit unless you can book for two.

Start at the Sacred Monkey Forest

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is more than a place to see macaques. It is a nature reserve and temple complex, home to more than 700 long-tailed macaques and three temples: Pura Dalem Agung, Pura Beji and Pura Prajapati. Their carved details and statues give the forest a spiritual and cultural dimension alongside its wildlife.

The monkeys are a major part of the attraction, but this is still a temple site as well as a sanctuary. Take time to notice both sides of the place, rather than treating it as only an animal stop. The tour includes the entry ticket, so you do not need to set aside a separate admission fee.

One practical point deserves attention: the Monkey Forest can close relatively early. One person who took this tour specifically warned that timing matters, so avoid letting the first stop stretch without limit. The exact closing time is not provided, and the tour’s stop lengths are not specified, but it is sensible to follow your guide’s timing here.

Read the rice fields at Tegalalang

Tegalalang’s terraces are among the most recognizable views near Ubud. The stepped paddies show how rice cultivation has been shaped by the subak irrigation system, a cooperative water-management tradition that dates to the ninth century. Even if you come mainly for the scenery, that history helps explain why these fields are more than a pretty backdrop.

The ticket is included. The tour information does not specify how long you will spend at the terraces or whether any optional activities are part of the visit. A swing is specifically excluded, so do not assume it is covered in the $24 price.

This stop is a good example of the tour’s balance: you get a chance to see a signature Bali setting without arranging transport and entry on your own. The trade-off is that a full-day route can leave less time to linger. If the terraces are a priority for you, ask how much time is planned there before booking.

Tirta Empul brings the day to a sacred site

Tirta Empul is both a religious site and a cultural landmark, centered on the significance of its holy spring water. It offers a chance to see Balinese Hindu traditions in a setting that is still meaningful to worshippers, rather than encountering temple architecture only as decoration.

The entry ticket is included, but the tour details do not say that a purification ritual or other participation is part of the visit. Treat the temple as a place of worship and follow your guide’s instructions about what is appropriate. There is also an important restriction to know in advance: women during menstruation are not allowed to enter the temple.

This rule may affect your ability to take part in this stop, so consider it before reserving. The information does not specify whether anyone who cannot enter can wait elsewhere or how the rest of the group’s schedule would work. If it applies to you, ask the operator directly rather than assuming an arrangement.

A coffee plantation adds a quieter stop

The itinerary includes a visit to a coffee plantation, where coffee plants are grown for their beans. It is a change of pace from temples and outdoor viewpoints, and it adds an agricultural stop to a day otherwise focused on well-known sights.

The details are limited: no particular plantation, tasting, demonstration or purchase is specified. Go expecting a visit to a coffee-growing operation, not a guaranteed tasting or a specific presentation. If those details matter to you, ask what the stop includes before you book.

Finish at Tibumana Waterfall

Tibumana is described as a beautiful waterfall framed by lush surroundings, and it is a popular place for photography. The entry ticket is included, so this stop rounds out the day without an additional listed admission charge.

The waterfall gives the itinerary a strong nature-focused finish after the temples and rice terraces. Still, the tour information does not provide details about the walk to the site, swimming, facilities or how long you can stay. Keep your expectations to what is confirmed: a waterfall visit with entry included, not a promised swim or extended break.

What $24 covers, and what it does not

At $24 per person, the price includes tickets for the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul Temple and Tibumana Waterfall, along with a guide/driver and mineral water. That is useful value if you want to visit all four ticketed sites in a single day without arranging separate transport and admissions.

Lunch is not included, and neither is a swing at Tegalalang. Set aside money for food, and do not count on optional activities being part of the package. The coffee plantation visit is included in the itinerary, but no separate ticket or tasting is specified.

The price makes the most sense if you want a guided route and several included admissions. It is less compelling if your goal is to spend a long time at only one or two stops, since the day’s value comes from covering a broad selection. The tour is listed as private or small-group, but the exact group size and the format available at your chosen time should be confirmed.

Pickup, timing and reliability

Pickup is included, with different listed times depending on where you are staying: 8:30 a.m. in Ubud, or 8 a.m. in Seminyak, Canggu, Nusa Dua and Sanur. The day lasts about 10 hours. That early start and long duration are worth factoring into your plans, especially if you prefer an unhurried pace.

The feedback is encouraging overall but not uniformly reassuring: two of the three ratings are five stars, while one is a one-star report of a driver who did not arrive and did not respond to calls. That single account does not establish how often this happens, but it is a meaningful warning for a tour that depends on pickup.

Confirm your pickup area and time with Bali Drivers before the day, and keep the operator’s contact details handy. The booking terms allow free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour and offer a reserve-now, pay-later option. Those terms provide some flexibility, but they do not replace checking that your pickup is confirmed.

Who will appreciate this tour

This is a good fit if you want a full day of varied stops and prefer having transport, a guide/driver and several admission tickets bundled together. It suits couples or other groups of at least two who want an efficient overview of Ubud-area highlights, rather than building their own route.

You may prefer a slower or more tailored plan if you want substantial time at each site, a specific coffee experience, or a guaranteed swing. The stop durations and the exact private-group arrangements are not stated, so ask before booking if those details will shape your decision.

Should you book this Ubud tour?

Book it if you want to see the monkey sanctuary, rice terraces, Tirta Empul, a coffee plantation and Tibumana Waterfall in one organized day, and the included tickets make the $24 price attractive. The range of stops is its strongest feature, and the two very positive ratings describe a pleasant day that exceeded expectations.

Pause if you need a slower itinerary, cannot enter Tirta Empul under the stated restriction, or are uncomfortable with the reported pickup problem. Confirm the driver, pickup time, group format and time planned at the Monkey Forest before you commit. If those details check out, this is a convenient way to combine Ubud’s nature and culture in a single outing.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about 10 hours.

What time is pickup?

Pickup is listed for 8:30 a.m. in Ubud and 8 a.m. in Seminyak, Canggu, Nusa Dua and Sanur.

Which places are included in the itinerary?

The itinerary includes the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul Temple, a coffee plantation and Tibumana Waterfall.

Are the entry tickets included?

Yes. Tickets for the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul Temple and Tibumana Waterfall are included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included.

Is the tour private?

Private or small-group options are available. The minimum booking is two people.

Can women visit Tirta Empul during menstruation?

No. The tour information states that women during menstruation are not allowed to visit the temple.