Monkey Forest to volcano views in one day.

This Bali Ubud & Kintamani Volcano Tour strings together Ubud’s top sights and a highland stop where you can see the active Mount Batur from Kintamani. I like how it mixes famous photo spots with more local culture, including a temple stop and an art village.

Two things I really like: the tour is genuinely all-inclusive for your day (entrance fees, parking, and an Indonesian lunch are included), and you travel with an English or Japanese speaking driver-cum-guide. The reviews also highlight guide Wayan for safe driving, local knowledge, and steady attention all day.

One possible drawback: it’s a long, packed route (about 8–10 hours) with multiple major stops, including two separate times at the Tegallalang rice terraces. If you’re the type who likes slow mornings and long hangs in one place, you may feel the day is a bit “on the move.”

Key highlights worth planning around

Private door-to-door pickup from your hotel lobby or the port

Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud plus cultural stops like Batuan Temple

Tegallalang rice terraces with lunch, then time again later for more views/photos

Uma Pakel Agro & coffee plantation with a lineup of tropical crops

Kintamani Highland viewpoint for active Mount Batur and Lake Batur

Tirta Empul Holy Spring Temple for purification rituals

How the Ubud + Kintamani day trip runs (pickup, timing, pacing)

This is a private sightseeing tour that runs from 9:00 am for roughly 8 to 10 hours. You’re picked up from your hotel lobby or the port, and the tour ends back at the meeting point you started from. That “start where you are” approach matters in Bali, because the sites you’re visiting are spread out.

You’ll also want to know the schedule is stop-heavy. The route moves through Ubud, then heads toward Kintamani’s highlands, then loops back for more Ubud time. The upside is variety: you see temples, art and craft areas, rice terraces, a plantation, and a volcano viewpoint. The tradeoff is time: expect a busy day where your comfort depends on how much you’re okay moving between locations.

Since it’s a private tour, your driver-guide can typically respond to your questions in real time. One review specifically praised Wayan for quick answers before the tour and for taking care of the group all day. That’s the kind of guidance that helps you make better choices when you’re bouncing between crowded landmarks.

First cultural hits: Batuan Temple, an art village, and Monkey Forest

The day starts with a pickup by Bali Charm, then you head to Pura Puseh Desa Batuan. This is a temple with Balinese carving and a history that’s long established in the area. You’ll have about an hour there, including an admission ticket. It’s a good early stop because you get a calmer, culture-first vibe before the crowds pick up.

Next comes an art village stop. The route can include one of several craft-focused areas, such as:

• Celuk Village for fine silver jewelry
• Batubulan Village for batik
• Mas Village for wood carving
• Batuan Village for painting

The exact pick depends on your day and the route, but the key point is you’re not just driving past workshops. You’re given time to see the craft focus up close.

Then you hit the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud. Plan for about an hour here. This is one of those places where the setting does part of the work for you: monkeys, trees, and temple areas all sit together, so you’re not stuck staring at a single exhibit. It’s also a logical stop in the middle of the morning flow, when you can still enjoy the experience without feeling like you’re doing it in a rush.

Tegallalang rice terraces (and why the tour schedules two visits)

Tegallalang rice terraces are the Bali poster child for a reason. Your tour includes two separate time blocks at Tegallalang: one tied to lunch and another later for more time in the terraces area.

First, you’ll have lunch with an Indonesian menu while taking in views of the rice terraces. Even if you’ve seen photos before, there’s something about standing near the fields that makes the geometry feel real—rows, slopes, and the way the hills shape the farmland.

Later, you return for another hour at Tegallalang. That second visit can be helpful in two ways:

• You get a different feel depending on light and the crowd level at that time.
• If your first stroll is slowed by photos, you aren’t boxed into a single quick pass.

The consideration: two stops at the same place can sound repetitive. In practice, it works best if you treat the first visit as “lunch + orientation” and the second as “photos + lingering.” If you’re allergic to repetition, you may want to spend your second hour actively choosing one viewpoint area and enjoying it instead of trying to cover everything again.

Uma Pakel Agro Tourism: coffee and tropical fruit time in the middle of the day

After Ubud and before the volcano viewpoint, the tour stops at Uma Pakel Agro & coffee plantation for about an hour. This is not just a scenic stop—it’s a chance to see how tropical crops grow across the island.

What’s included in the tour description is a clear crop list: robusta coffee, pineapple, snake fruit (salak), Balinese potatoes, and other fruits plus plants like cacao, jackfruit, and durian trees. The day is balanced here: after temples and terraces, you get a more hands-on, agriculture-focused pause.

If you’re the kind of traveler who likes to connect place to everyday life, this stop helps. Bali isn’t only about temples and viewpoints; it’s also about how people grow and harvest food and coffee. Even if you skip any tasting-type activities you might encounter on site (details aren’t specified in your tour info), the plantation setting gives context for what you’re seeing.

Kintamani Highland: Mount Batur and Lake Batur views from Penelokan

This is the main weather-and-light dependent part of the day, because your payoff is the viewpoint. You’ll spend about an hour at Kintamani Highland, with views of active Mount Batur and Lake Batur.

The tour description points to Penelokan, including the combination of Mount Batur with the expanse of black rock and the wider view around the highlands. This is a great moment to step back from the checklist mindset and just take it in. Volcano views do not need gimmicks.

A practical note: highland weather can shift. If clouds roll in, you might lose contrast and detail. The tour’s schedule gives you enough time to wait a little, but the day still follows a route, so you’ll want patience rather than expecting total control over visibility.

Tirta Empul Holy Spring Temple and Bali’s purification theme

Next up is Tirta Empul Temple, about an hour. This temple is best known as a holy spring temple. The tour info explains that Balinese worshippers visit to use the holy water to purify the body from bad luck, based on local belief.

This stop is powerful because it shifts the day from sightseeing to something more tied to daily faith. Even if you don’t fully understand every ritual detail, you can still see the human reason people come here. You’re not just viewing architecture—you’re watching belief in action.

If you’re planning your visit, treat Tirta Empul as a respectful site. You’ll get the best experience when you move calmly, give space where people are participating, and avoid turning it into a photo sprint.

Price and value: what $75 covers and why it matters in Bali

At $75 per person, the value comes from what’s included, not just the price tag. Your tour lists these inclusions:

• Private tour
• Fuel surcharge
• Lunch
• Parking fees
• All entrance fee to the sites you visit
• English or Japanese speaking driver-cum-guide

That’s a big deal for a day like this because entrance fees can stack fast when you’re hitting multiple temples and major attractions. You also avoid the hassle of coordinating separate tickets for each stop.

The lunch being included is also practical. With an itinerary this full, it’s easy to end up hungry and then spending time hunting for food that works with your schedule. Here, the lunch moment is built in around the rice terrace view.

What’s not included is simply other personal expenses. So if you plan to buy souvenirs, pay for extras on the plantation, or snack between stops, you’ll need your own budget.

One more value plus: the tour includes mobile tickets and offers pickup. If you’ve ever tried to time taxis between Ubud sights, you know that convenience is worth real money.

The guide makes the day: Wayan’s name came up for a reason

Your guide experience is a key part of why this tour gets strong marks. One review calls out Wayan by name and highlights three practical strengths:

• safe driving
• excellent local knowledge
• staying attentive to the group all day

Another review also praised strong responsiveness before the tour and the guide’s ability to match the day’s needs once you’re on the route.

What that means for you: when the itinerary is busy, you don’t want a driver who just transports you between checkboxes. You want someone who can tell you what’s worth your time at each stop and how to handle small timing issues without turning the day stressful.

Since the tour includes an English or Japanese speaking driver-guide, you’ll also have an easier time asking questions about what you’re seeing—especially at temples and culture-focused stops.

Who should book this Ubud + Kintamani Volcano Tour?

This tour fits best if you want:

• a single-day route that covers the big Ubud hits plus the Kintamani volcano viewpoint
• an all-inclusive day where entrances and lunch are already covered
• a private setup so you’re not squeezed into a larger group pace

It may be less ideal if you:

• hate long drives and prefer fewer stops
• want lots of quiet time in one place instead of moving every few hours
• dislike the idea of seeing the same Tegallalang area twice

Should you book Bali Charm’s Ubud & Kintamani day tour?

If your goal is to see Mount Batur from Kintamani and still get Ubud’s classic sights in the same day, this is a strong match. The price feels fair because it bundles the expensive stuff together: entrance fees and lunch, plus a private guide-driver and pickup.

I’d book it if you’re comfortable with a full schedule and you like the idea of mixing icons (Monkey Forest, Tegallalang) with culture stops (Batuan Temple, Tirta Empul) and a practical agriculture visit (Uma Pakel).

If you’d rather slow down, pick just one region, or you’re sensitive to crowd levels and timing pressure, you might prefer a shorter Ubud-only plan.

FAQ

What is the duration of the Bali Ubud & Kintamani Volcano Tour?

The tour lasts about 8 to 10 hours.

Is pickup included?

Yes. Pickup is offered from the port or from your hotel lobby.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 9:00 am.

What major places does the itinerary include?

It includes Monkey Forest, Tegallalang rice terraces, Tirta Empul Temple, Pura Puseh Desa Batuan, a local art village stop (such as Celuk, Batubulan, Mas, or Batuan depending on the route), Uma Pakel Agro tourism, and Kintamani Highland for views of Mount Batur.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included and described as an Indonesian menu.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes. The tour includes all entrance fees for the sites visited, with admission tickets included for each stop listed.

Is this a private tour?

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

What language will the guide speak?

The driver cum guide speaks either English or Japanese.

What isn’t included in the price?

Other personal expenses are not included.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.