Three days, no map stress, all Bali highlights.

This private package from Edy Smile Bali Tour is built for end-to-end hotel pickup and a full day of sights in air-conditioned comfort. You’ll hit major temples and viewpoints like Uluwatu, plus nature stops like Tegenungan-area waterfalls energy—without you needing to plan transit between each one.

What I like most is how much ground you cover in limited time, with a guide who drives you door-to-door so you can just show up. Second, the tour includes key paid experiences that people usually add later anyway: the Tegalalang swing, a short banana boat ride, and meals that keep you from constantly hunting for food.

One possible drawback: the schedule is full. If you really hate being on the move, or you’re sensitive to crowds at popular spots (and Bali’s temples can get busy), you’ll want to pace yourself and set expectations with your guide right away.

Key things to know before you go

• Private means your group sets the rhythm, not a shared bus schedule.
• Day 1 mixes crafts and icons: art village time, rice terraces, and Monkey Forest in one loop.
• Day 2 leans photo-friendly with Wanagiri Heaven-style stops plus Tanah Lot and Bratan Temple.
• Day 3 is your classic south finale: Nusa Dua beach time, Uluwatu cliff views, then Jimbaran Bay.
• Meals are partly handled (2 lunches and dinner), so you can budget less for food.
• Confirm inclusions early since one guest reported a guide missing or misunderstanding included parts.

Private, door-to-door Bali in 3 days: what you’re really paying for

The price is $190 per person for roughly 3 days, and you feel that value in three places: time, transport, and the number of paid stops rolled into the plan.

First, the tour is private. That matters because Bali traffic can turn “quick hops” into long waits. When you have your own driver, you can usually keep momentum and avoid dead time. It also helps with flexibility—your guide can adjust based on your interests, your photo pace, and how you’re feeling after temple steps and hot afternoons.

Second, this package includes a pile of items that often add up if you do them solo: entrance fees for multiple attractions, parking and fuel, plus the Tegalalang swing and banana boat ride. Those two activities are exactly the type of thing most first-timers end up adding mid-trip—so having them included saves you both planning and decision fatigue.

Third, you get complimentary meals (2 lunches and dinner). That’s not just convenience. Meals built into the schedule help you avoid the common Bali trap of spending your sightseeing time searching for a decent place to eat, then getting squeezed into late meal windows.

Day 1: Puseh Batuan Temple, Ubud rice terraces, and Monkey Forest energy

Day 1 starts with culture, then shifts to arts and viewpoints, and ends with living wildlife chaos in the best way (if you’re okay with monkeys).

Puseh Batuan Temple (Pura Puseh Batuan) and a village feel

Your morning begins with pickup at 8:00 AM and a stop at Puseh Batuan Temple. This is a focal landmark for Batua/Batuan village life, and it’s a nice start if you want Bali that feels local rather than purely touristy. You’ll have about 30 minutes on site, with admission included.

Practical note: temples often mean dress rules and some walking. If you want photos, plan to be respectful and still move quickly—temples are active religious spaces.

Tohpati art village: silver, batik, carving, and painting

Next comes Tohpati Village, an art-focused area where you can see crafts like silver smithing, batik weaving, wood carving, and painting. This is the part where you’ll decide if you like watching artisans work or you’d rather skip ahead to views.

You get about an hour here, and the admission is free per the itinerary. If you’re not into shopping, it can still be worthwhile as a quick taste of how craft culture fits into daily life.

Kintamani highlands: Batur Volcano views with buffet lunch

Then you head toward Kintamani Highlands for a look at Mount Batur and the surrounding lake area. The lunch is a buffet with a mountain-and-lake view, and admission is included for the stop.

This is one of the best value parts of the day because you’re getting scenery plus a full meal without needing to coordinate. The drive up usually feels long before you get the payoff—then the view hits.

Tegalalang rice terraces and the swing stop

After Kintamani, you go to Tegalalang Rice Terrace—the famous terrace area where people line up for photos. Your schedule includes the swing, with admission included and about an hour at the site.

Here’s how to enjoy it: treat the swing like a quick checkpoint, not the whole day. If you want good photos, go early in the day when the light is nicer and the crowd pressure is lower. Also note that children under 7 can’t join the swing, so plan alternatives if that affects your group.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: lush temples plus mischievous monkeys

Day 1 ends at Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary for about an hour, with admission included. This place is greenery, temples, and playful long-tailed monkeys—great energy, but also a reminder to secure your personal items.

You’re on a tight schedule, so keep your phone strap short and avoid dangling bags. It’s not about fear. It’s about not inviting monkey curiosity.

Day 2: Tanah Lot, Bratan Temple on the lake, waterfalls, and a Heaven Gate vibe

Day 2 starts at 8:00 AM and swings from coastal landmarks to lake temples, then back to viewpoint photo stops and hidden-feeling waterfalls.

Tanah Lot Temple: outcrop views that Bali does so well

Your first stop is Tanah Lot Temple, perched on an outcrop. You get about 45 minutes, and admission is included.

Even with limited time, Tanah Lot works because the temple location does the work for you: ocean views, dramatic rock setting, and that classic Bali cliff-and-sea feeling.

Ulun Danu Bratan Temple: lake reflections and temple calm

Next is Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, about an hour with admission included. This is one of those temples where the lake makes the whole scene. The smooth reflective surface surrounding the temple area is part of what people come for.

This stop is a good break from earlier heat because you get water nearby and a quieter feel, even if it’s still busy.

Wanagiri Heaven Selfie Pucak: swings, bird nest, and floating bed style photos

Then it’s Wanagiri Heaven Selfie Pucak for around an hour. This is your “photo-stop Bali” segment: swings plus spots described as bird nest and floating bed type installations, paired with wide views.

If your group likes fun, it’s a win. If you’re not into staged photo platforms, you can still enjoy the viewpoint angle but treat it like a quick stop rather than a long activity.

Banyumala Twin Waterfalls: nature with a place to cool off

Your next nature stop is Banyumala Twin Waterfalls (about an hour, admission included). You’ll see two cascades dropping over steep rocks with greenery around them.

The itinerary notes you can take a refreshing dip in the plunge pool. That’s the perfect counterbalance to the temple days—water time lets you reset.

Handara Golf Course / Bali Heaven Gate: optional, but famous for a reason

Finally, there’s an optional stop at Handara Golf Course, described as a Bali Heaven Gate. The time listed is 30 minutes, and admission is free per the itinerary.

Whether you do this last depends on your energy. It’s a nice photo opportunity, but if you’re already feeling temple and waterfall fatigue, skipping can keep the day from dragging.

Day 3: Nusa Dua beach time with banana boat, then Uluwatu and Jimbaran dinner

Day 3 starts with pickup at 9:00 AM and focuses on beach relaxation plus your final Bali spiritual payoff.

Nusa Dua Beach: water sports options and the included banana boat ride

First is Nusa Dua Beach for about an hour, with admission included. The itinerary says you can opt into fun water sports like sea walking, fun dive, parasailing, and similar options.

The included highlight here is a 15-minute banana boat ride. It’s a short adrenaline hit that still leaves you time to enjoy the shoreline afterward.

Tip: banana boats are fun, but they’re also messy. Bring a plan for wet hair and a quick way to change if you want to stay comfortable later.

Mengiat Beach: calmer swimming time near resort areas

Then you head to Mengiat Beach (about an hour, admission included). This area is described as clean and calmer for swimming, and it’s among 5-star resort zones.

This is a good place to slow down. You’ve already done temples and viewpoints. Now you can just float, swim if you like, and recharge for the Uluwatu cliff timing.

Uluwatu Temple: cliffside ocean drama

Next is Uluwatu Temple with admission included, about 40 minutes. The big draw is the location: a cliff temple overlooking the Indian Ocean.

This is the kind of place where even a short visit feels like a finish line. It’s dramatic without needing a lot of extra effort.

Jimbaran Bay: seafood beachfront dinner

Finally, you go to Jimbaran Bay for about 1 hour 30 minutes, with admission included. The schedule pairs this with the included dinner, and Jimbaran is known for beachside seafood.

If you’re booking this for a couple trip, this is the romantic moment in the plan. If you’re traveling with friends, it’s also an easy low-stress way to end the tour together without squeezing in one more stop.

Meals and paid attractions: what’s covered so you can budget less

Here’s what the package explicitly includes:

• 2 lunches and dinner
• Tegalalang swing
• 15 minutes banana boat
• Parking fee and fuel
• Entrance fees for included sites

What that means for your budget: you can focus your spending on personal extras instead of surprise ticket lines and transportation fees across three days. It’s also a scheduling win—if meals are built in, you spend less time deciding where to eat.

One note: not every activity at beach stops is included. Nusa Dua is listed with optional water sports. So treat the beach hour as a mix of relax time plus a chance to add extras if you want.

Your guide matters: flexibility, driving confidence, and the one weakness to watch

A private tour rises or falls on the guide. In this experience, the strongest praise centers on friendly personalities, good explanations, and smooth driving through Bali traffic.

I’ve seen names pop up repeatedly for excellent service: Suda, Antika, Kadek, Jio, Gio, Arya, and Dony. People highlighted that guides were on time, safe drivers, and willing to tailor the itinerary to your interests. Some even helped with photos and cultural context you wouldn’t catch as easily on your own.

There’s one caution, and it’s important: one guest shared that a guide didn’t know the included/excluded items well and missed parts of the plan. That doesn’t mean every guide will be off, but it tells you how to protect your day.

My practical advice for you:

• At the start of day 1, ask what’s included vs optional.
• If you care about a specific stop (or want to skip a craft stop), say it early.
• Keep the tour info on your phone and be ready to reference it calmly.

That quick check prevents frustration later.

Smart packing and small rules that affect your day

This tour runs in all weather conditions, so you should dress appropriately. In Bali that usually means breathable clothes plus a light layer for rain or temple air. You’ll also walk at temples and viewpoints, so shoes with grip help.

Two more rule-based points from the itinerary:

• Children under 7 cannot join the swing.
• The tour expects moderate physical fitness, mainly because you’ll move between sites and stand/walk in heat and stairs.

Also, bring a little patience. Bali timing is real. If your guide is great, you’ll still feel the days are efficient—but it’s not a “sit in a theater and wait” kind of tour.

Value check: is $190 per person worth it?

For $190 per person, you’re buying three days of private transport plus a stack of paid items and meals. If you tried to recreate this on your own, you’d likely pay separately for:

• entrance fees across multiple temple and attraction sites
• transport between far-flung areas (north/central to south)
• the swing and banana boat (activities that take planning and scheduling)
• at least some meals

Where the value can shift is your personal style. If you like a packed itinerary and don’t want to negotiate schedules yourself, the pricing can feel fair. If you’d rather keep Bali slow and choose a smaller number of sites, you might feel like the days are too full.

There’s also one day that includes a craft/art village segment plus several major icons. If you’re not interested in that shopping-adjacent side of Bali, just tell your guide up front. A good guide can help steer the time toward what you actually want to see.

Should you book this Bali highlights private tour?

Book it if you:

• want north, central, and south Bali in 3 days
• prefer private transport over wrestling with transit
• like temples plus viewpoints plus a couple of fun activity stops
• appreciate having meals partly handled so you can spend energy on sights

Skip or modify it if you:

• want a slow pace with lots of downtime
• are traveling with kids who need swing participation (under 7 can’t join the swing)
• hate being in crowded tourist hotspots for photos

If you book, do one thing that pays off big: start day 1 with a quick check of what’s included and what’s optional. Then you’ll get the best version of this tour: guided, efficient, and packed with the classic Bali moments that are hard to stitch together alone.

FAQ

How much does the Bali highlights private tour cost?

The price is $190.00 per person.

How long is the tour?

It runs for 3 days (approximately).

What’s included in the price?

Included items are dinner, 2 lunches, a 15-minute banana boat ride, the swing at Tegalalang, parking fee, fuel, and entrance fees for the listed stops.

What is not included?

Personal expenses are not included.

Do I get hotel pickup?

Yes. Pickup is offered from your hotel.

What time does pickup start?

The tour indicates a start time of 8:00 AM. Day 3 pickup is shown as 9:00 AM.

Is this tour private?

Yes. It’s a private tour/activity, and only your group participates.

Does the tour operate in bad weather?

Yes. It operates in all weather conditions, and you should dress appropriately.

Are there age limits for the swing?

Yes. Children under 7 years can not join the swing.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. Free cancellation is available if you cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience start time for a full refund.