Besakih Temple, Sidemen Rice Terraces & Gembleng Waterfall Private Tour
5.0/5 · 19 reviews on GetYourGuide
Quieter east Bali with a private driver. Visit Besakih, the island's most important temple complex on the slopes of Mount Agung, and the Sidemen valley with its rice terraces. In the village you see a short demonstration of endek and songket weaving (no purchase required), and you end the day at the rock pools of Gembleng waterfall.
Itinerary
- Pickup and drive1.5 h
- Besakih temple1.5 h
- Sidemen rice terraces30 min
- Weaving demonstration in Sidemen village30–45 min
- Lunch (optional, at your own expense)1 h
- Gembleng waterfall – rock pools1.5 h
- Drive back1.5 h
Practical information
- Duration
- About 8 hours (9–10 hours with transfers)
- Pickup & start
- Hotel pickup in Seminyak, Ubud and Kuta Selatan.
- Language
- English (driver-guide)
- Group
- Private tour
- Difficulty
- Easy to moderate – steps at the temple and waterfall
- Age
- No minimum age stated
- Operator
- Ubud Venture Travel
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Entrance to Besakih, Sidemen terraces and Gembleng
- Weaving demonstration
- Parking
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch
- Bali tourist levy
- Souvenirs and personal expenses
- Tips
Not suitable for
- People with back problems
- People with mobility impairments
Good to know
- Swimming at Gembleng depends on conditions.
- Shoulders and knees must be covered at the temple.
Cancellation & payment
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
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