Bali’s best hits, on one well-timed day. This private Ubud–Kintamani tour is built for an easy flow, with pickup and an English-speaking driver handling the driving while you focus on the sights.

I also like that it’s comfortable and practical: an air-conditioned car or bus, plus admission tickets included for several key stops. That means fewer ticket errands and more time enjoying each place.

One consideration: the day can stretch or shrink depending on traffic, since the number of destinations can vary, and food and drinks aren’t included.

Key reasons this Ubud–Kintamani day works

• Private group comfort: only your party rides, so you can keep a pace that suits you.
• AC transportation with an English-speaking driver and petrol included.
• Cultural + scenic mix: dance, gold and silver craft, painting, rice terraces, monkeys, and volcano views.
• Tickets handled for most stops, with one art stop listed as admission-free.
• Up to 4 destinations in a typical 10-hour day, depending on traffic.
• Flexibility from a real driver: the operation’s guides (names like Ketut Legawa show up) are described as punctual and willing to adjust.

A Private Ubud to Kintamani Day: What You’re Really Paying For

At $70 per person for an 8–10 hour experience, this is priced like a full-day “do the highlights” plan, not a quick hop around. The value is in what’s wrapped into the day: air-conditioned transport, an English-speaking driver, petrol, and stated fees and taxes.

You’re not just buying attractions. You’re buying time. Bali traffic can be slow and unpredictable, and a good driver helps you use the day without turning it into constant map-checking and rushing.

The day also isn’t only about one theme. You get storytelling at a dance performance, hands-on craft village stops, a famous rice terrace, a monkey forest sanctuary, and then the Kintamani highlands with an impressive look at Mount Batur and the wide lake below. It’s a smart mix for first-timers.

Starting Smooth: Pickup, AC Transport, and an English-Speaking Driver

Pickup is offered, which matters more in Ubud than you might think. Start locations, traffic, and where you park can make or break a long day. With a private setup, you skip the awkward logistics of joining a bus and hoping the timing works with your photos and bathroom stops.

Transport is listed as an air-conditioned car or bus, with an English-speaking driver and petrol/gasoline included. That’s a big practical win in the heat, especially when your day includes multiple outdoor sites like rice terraces and a forest sanctuary.

One more detail that shows up in how this service is talked about: guides are described as punctual, polite, professional, and flexible with suggestions. Names like Ketut and Ketut Legawa appear in accounts of service that felt stress-free. Even if your driver isn’t the same person, this tells you the operation leans toward friendly, proactive guiding rather than a silent taxi.

Barong & Kris Dance: Balinese Storytelling, Not Just a Performance

The day’s first major cultural stop is the Barong & Kris dance. The core idea is a classic Balinese story of good versus evil. The performance uses dramatic movement and costuming to narrate the fight, so it feels more like story theater than background entertainment.

Plan for around 40 minutes for this stop, and treat it like a scheduled anchor point in your day. When you’ve got art villages and outdoor sightseeing later, a timed dance performance helps you keep the day from becoming one long blur.

Also, tickets are included for this stop. That reduces friction. You’ll spend less time figuring out ticket counters and more time sitting down, watching, and letting the story land.

Celuk Village for Gold & Silver Art: Craft Where the Makers Work

Celuk Village is the gold and silver crafting stop, and the appeal here is straightforward: you’re seeing craft culture up close. This isn’t presented as a sterile showroom. It’s tied to residents who have a strong tradition of making jewelry and metalwork, with the village known for that creative focus.

Expect about 30 minutes at Celuk. That’s enough time to look, compare styles, and watch the kind of work that made this area famous.

Tickets are listed as included for this stop. Again, that matters on a full day. If your time is limited, you want the schedule to protect it.

Batuan Painting Art: A 30-Minute Stop That Feels Less Like a Checklist

Next is Batuan for painting art, with 30 minutes allocated. This is where the day shifts from jewelry craft to visual art, and it fits well between Celuk and the rice terrace.

A nice bonus here: the painting-art stop is listed as admission ticket free. Even if you don’t plan to buy anything, it can be a relief to have one site where you aren’t paying another fee on top of what you already budgeted.

A practical way to enjoy Batuan is to focus on technique and style, not only on finished pieces. When time is short, quick comparisons help you spot what makes a local art scene feel distinct.

Tegallalang Rice Terrace: The Famous Photo Stop With Real Atmosphere

Then you hit Tegallalang Rice Terrace, one of Bali’s most recognizable spots. This area is along the north-south road from Kintamani toward Ubud, and the setting is known for its dramatic terrace views.

Your time here is around 30 minutes, with admission tickets included. That’s a realistic amount of time for a place that people tend to photograph heavily. If you arrive when it’s crowded, shorter timing can actually help. You can still enjoy the terraces without spending your whole day stuck waiting.

Also note the tour wording points out woodcarvings with colorful designs in the area and its neighbors. So even if terraces are your main reason for going, you may spot related craft elements nearby. That gives you a chance to look beyond one viewpoint and see how art and everyday life connect.

Ubud Monkey Forest Sanctuary: A Forest Stop in the Middle of Culture

The next stop is the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud. It’s easy to find because it’s located in the heart of Ubud Village. The tour info also notes it’s about an hour drive from Denpasar, which gives you a sense of the region.

Plan for 30 minutes, with admission tickets included. As a sanctuary and forest setting, this is your shift from craft and terraces into a more natural environment.

You’ll want to keep your expectations simple. This stop is about walking in a forested sanctuary and seeing the monkeys and the atmosphere that comes with that setting. Don’t try to turn it into a long hike. The time is limited, and the value here comes from fitting it into your broader Ubud-and-volcano day.

Kintamani Highland and Mount Batur: Volcano Country Done the Comfortable Way

The highlight for many people is the Kintamani highland stop, with about 1 hour allocated. This is where you get broad panorama views from Kintamani toward the active volcano of Mount Batur and out over the wider lake area below.

The tour sets this up as a scenic payoff at the end of a busy morning. That sequencing is smart. You’ve seen culture, craft, and terraces first, then you earn a viewpoint where your brain gets to slow down.

Tickets are included for this stop, so you don’t have to worry about last-minute costs eating into your hour. In a tour day with multiple paid entries, that matters.

One more practical note: because the number of destinations can change depending on traffic, Kintamani is a stop you’ll want to treat as important. If you care most about the volcano views, make that your priority when timing gets tight.

Timing and Traffic: How the Day Can Change Without Ruining It

This is where the tour’s real-life logic shows up. The tour info states that the total number of destinations depends on traffic during your time. Usually, destinations can be up to 4 places in a 10-hour day.

So yes, you might not see every single listed stop in a single run, depending on conditions. The schedule is designed for flexibility, but you should enter with the understanding that Bali driving times aren’t always neat.

Your best move is to decide your “must do” stops before you board. For many people, that’s the Barong dance and Kintamani. Others put Tegallalang and Celuk at the top. If you know your top two or three, your driver can help balance the order so you don’t waste time chasing everything.

Cost, Value, and What to Bring Since Food Isn’t Included

Let’s talk money. At $70 per person, this tour is positioned as a full day with lots of included costs. Included items are clearly listed: air-conditioned car/bus, English-speaking driver, petrol/gasoline, and all fees and taxes.

What’s not included is food and drinks. That’s the one gap you should plan for. If you skip it, you’ll feel it fast on a long day in the heat. Bring something simple if you like (water and a snack are usually the difference between calm and grumpy), and plan where you’ll eat during the day.

Also, there’s an extra-hours rule: additional time is charged at 10% of the full day tour price. So if you think you’ll want to stretch the day, keep that in mind while you’re scheduling.

The tour also includes mobile ticket and mentions group discounts. If you’re traveling with friends or family and can align your dates, ask how the discount works for your group size.

Children under 2 have free entrance, which can make a family day more affordable if you’re traveling with little ones.

Who This Tour Suits Best (and Who Should Skip It)

This tour is a strong fit if you want a one-day overview of Ubud plus the Kintamani highlands. It’s ideal for:

• First-timers who want culture and scenery in one day
• People who hate the stress of arranging drivers between multiple attractions
• Travelers who prefer an air-conditioned ride and a timed plan (rather than wandering all day)

It may not be the best match if:

• You want a very slow, deep exploration of only one area
• You dislike being on a schedule when attractions are time-based
• You’re sensitive to heat and need long indoor breaks (since multiple stops are outdoors)

If you’re an art lover, this tour does a nice job balancing gold and silver craft with painting, then adds a famous terraces stop and volcano viewpoints.

Should You Book This Ubud Kintamani Tour?

If your goal is to see a lot of Bali without the logistical headache, I think this is a good booking. You get private transport, an English-speaking driver, air-conditioning, and multiple attractions with tickets included. At $70 per person, that’s a reasonable value for a day that covers dance, art villages, rice terraces, a monkey forest sanctuary, and Kintamani’s volcano-area views.

Book it if you can accept traffic-driven flexibility and you’re okay planning around food/drinks being on you. Skip it only if you want long stays at every site, or if you prefer a slower pace with more downtime than this kind of full-day structure offers.

FAQ

How much does the Private Tour – Ubud Kintamani Tours cost?

The price is listed as $70.00 per person.

How long is the tour?

It runs about 8 to 10 hours, with duration up to 10 hours.

Is pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered.

Is this tour private or shared?

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

What’s included in the price?

An air-conditioned car/bus, an English-speaking driver, petrol/gasoline, and all fees and taxes are included.

Are admission tickets included for each stop?

Admission tickets are included for several stops, and one stop is listed as admission ticket free. Specifically, tickets are noted as included for the dance, Celuk Village, Tegallalang Rice Terrace, Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, and Kintamani. Batuan is listed as admission ticket free.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included.

Does the tour include a mobile ticket?

Yes, mobile ticket is listed as included.

Can the tour run longer than 10 hours?

Extra hours can be added, and they are charged at 10% of the full-day tour price.

What if my plans change?

You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience start time. After that, the amount paid is not refunded.

If you want, tell me your travel month and your must-see priorities (dance, Celuk, Batuan, terraces, monkeys, or Kintamani). I can suggest the best order to protect the day when traffic shifts things around.