Bamboo trails and temple water, all in one day. This 7.5-hour Ubud outing strings together village life, a moderate hike, and Tirta Empul’s sacred spring water, then wraps with rice-terrace viewpoints and lunch.

I like the personal touch. In reviews, guides such as Wayan and Baru get called out for being attentive and making the day feel more than just a checklist. I also like the pacing: long enough to feel like you’ve actually explored, but built around breaks for scenery and food.

One consideration: temple and swing costs are not included, and the hike is not a good fit if you have back issues or heart complaints.

Quick hits before you go

• Taro village-area immersion at Delodsema Traditional Village, with about 4 hours there
• A true bamboo-forest trek, timed as a moderate 4-hour hike
• Tirta Empul holy water visit, with an option for purification and blessings
• Tegalalang rice terraces for photos after the off-main-path walking
• Swing + coffee plantation stop over rice terraces, with swing ticket sold separately
• Pickup and drop-off in Ubud, plus lunch and bottled water included

What $78 buys you in Ubud (and where extra tickets may pop up)

This tour is priced at $78 and, for a full day, it’s actually pretty structured value. You get a professional guide, lunch, bottled water, and round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Ubud. Parking fees are covered too, which sounds minor until you’ve watched a driver burn time and you miss part of the itinerary.

The rest of the value is in the flow of the day. You’re not only sightseeing around town. You start in the countryside, spend serious time at a traditional village, walk through bamboo and fruit-plant areas, then end with iconic rice-terrace scenery plus a fun (and optional-ticket) swing moment.

Two spots can add cost depending on what you choose:

• Tirta Empul Temple admission is not included.
• The swing ticket is not included.

So I’d budget for those if you plan to do everything at the end.

Your guide starts the day, and good guiding matters here

The day begins when you meet your professional local guide. That matters because the highlights are spread out and tied together by route and timing: village time, a moderate hike, then temple and viewpoints.

The best part is the human element. Reviews specifically call out Wayan as experienced and personal, and Baru is mentioned as meeting guests at a Ubud hotel lobby and tailoring the day. One review notes the itinerary was customized to requests. That’s a big deal on a trekking day: small adjustments can mean less rushing and more time taking in what you came for.

Delodsema Traditional Village (Taro village) and real countryside time

The first main stop is Delodsema Traditional Village in the Taro village area, about 30 minutes north of Ubud. You’ll spend around 4 hours here, and admission is included for that segment.

This is the part of the day that helps the trekking feel grounded. Instead of jumping straight into walking, you begin in a community setting tied to the broader Taro village story. The tour description frames it as a look at nature and real Bali life, and the length matters: four hours is enough time to slow down, observe, and not feel like you’re just photo-stopping your way through.

A practical note: because it’s a longer early block, it’s also the segment where you’ll want to be comfortable with warm weather and humidity. Wear breathable clothes, keep water handy (you have bottled water), and don’t assume you’ll get shade the whole time.

The moderate 4-hour trek: bamboo forest, fruit plants, and a steady pace

After the village introduction, the tour moves into the key physical block: a moderate 4-hour hike through bamboo forests and scenic countryside. The route is described as taking you past plant areas that include tropical fruit such as mangoes and mandarins, and it’s framed as verdant bamboo forest walking.

This is not an all-day steep climb kind of outing. It’s more about endurance and being ready for a sustained hike, including some uneven path time you’d expect in a rural setting. That moderate label is helpful, but don’t ignore it. If you’re on the edge with fitness, treat this as the main event and plan the rest of the day accordingly.

What I’d love for you to take away: the hike is where the day earns its name. The best value isn’t only in the temples or the rice terraces; it’s in getting out into the bamboo and walking long enough that you feel the countryside shift around you.

Also, the tour doesn’t promise an extreme adventure vibe. There’s no mention of technical climbing, just steady trekking. If you want nature time without a gear-heavy challenge, this fits that sweet spot.

Tirta Empul Temple: sacred water and the option to be purified

Next up is Tirta Empul Temple, listed as about 1 hour. Temple admission is not included here, so keep that in mind when you’re planning your total spend.

Tirta Empul is described as a holy water temple with a magical, spiritual ambiance. The key practical detail is that the tour specifically notes you may do purification on holy water and receive blessing if you want. That optional element is one of the reasons people tend to like this stop: you can participate at your comfort level rather than treating it as a purely visual detour.

A simple approach for first-timers:

• Watch what others are doing first.
• Let your guide explain the basic flow so you don’t feel awkward.
• Keep your participation respectful and calm.

Even if you skip purification, the temple is still worth it for atmosphere. And because it’s only an hour, you won’t feel like you’re stuck in a queue all afternoon.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace photos after the trek

After the hike and sightseeing, the tour goes to Tegalalang Rice Terrace for about 30 minutes. Admission is not included.

This is the classic Bali rice-terrace photo stop, placed after the off-the-beaten-path walking. That timing helps: you arrive with a sense of accomplishment, so the views feel earned rather than tacked on.

Keep expectations realistic. Thirty minutes is enough to grab photos and soak in the view, but it’s not a slow, lingering walk across the terraces. If you’re the type who likes to linger, you’ll probably want to talk to your guide about the best angles quickly and then decide whether you want extra time at the end.

Terrace River Pool Swing and the coffee plantation finale

The final big block is the Terrace River Pool Swing stop (about 2 hours), plus a visit to a coffee plantation area connected to luwak coffee. Admission for the swing is not included, and the tour description also mentions sampling some of Bali’s famous coffee.

This is where the day switches from spiritual and scenic to playful. The tour notes you can test your adrenaline with different types of swings over the rice terrace and river view. In other words, this is not a gentle stroll moment. If you’re afraid of heights, you can still watch other people, but you may want to skip the swing ticket and save your energy for the day’s walking.

Why I think this stop works for the itinerary:

• The hike and temple give the day its cultural and nature backbone.
• The rice terrace turns it visual.
• The swing gives you a memorable, fun ending without eating all your daylight.

If you do the swing, go in expecting a short thrill, not a full half-day adventure. And keep in mind you’ll likely spend some time waiting your turn.

Logistics that make the day easier than you’d expect

A few practical points make this tour smoother:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ubud means you’re not coordinating taxis for each stop.
• Bottled water is included.
• Lunch is included, which is key when you’re doing a hike plus temple time.

Also, the tour is set up as a private tour/activity, meaning your group stays together rather than mixing with strangers in the way some larger group tours do. Reviews praised the guide experience and personalization, and that often goes hand-in-hand with smaller group dynamics.

The tour also notes a mobile ticket and group discounts. If you’re booking with friends, it can be worth asking about the discount angle at the time you reserve.

Who this tour fits best (and who should skip it)

This day is a match if you want:

• A moderate hike that takes you into bamboo countryside
• Cultural stops that include Tirta Empul with optional purification
• Rice terrace viewpoints plus one fun finale (the swing)
• A guide-led day with enough structure to keep you on track

It’s not a match if you have back problems, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions. The tour also lists a minimum age of 7, and kids under 7 must be carried by a parent.

If you’re traveling with kids, plan to keep expectations realistic: the most physically demanding part is the hike. If your group has mixed fitness levels, the guide’s pacing and your comfort with the hike will determine whether the day feels relaxing or stressful.

Price check: is $78 worth it for this exact mix?

For $78, the value is strongest if you’ll actually use the included parts:

• Guide time all day
• Lunch plus bottled water
• Pickup and drop-off in Ubud
• Village-area entry where it’s marked as included
• The big-ticket experience is the hike plus temple plus views

The main “watch-outs” are the extra tickets you might add at Tirta Empul and for the swing. If you skip the swing and just do the trek + temple + rice terrace experience, the cost stays easier to control.

But if you’re the type who wants the full end-of-day experience, you should mentally budget for the swing admission too. The tour description makes it clear that swing ticket isn’t included, so nothing should surprise you at that moment.

Overall, this is one of those days where you’re paying for time, guidance, and route planning more than you’re paying for one single landmark. That’s why it works well in Ubud when you want more than a half-day.

Should you book this Ubud trekking and sightseeing day?

Yes, if you want a full-day Ubud experience that blends nature, culture, and a few iconic stops without feeling like you’re stuck on paved roads all day. I especially think it’s a good fit if you value a guide with personality, since reviews highlight how guides like Wayan and Baru helped make the day feel personal and even customized.

If you’re sensitive to hiking time or you dislike the idea of an extra-ticket moment at the temple or swing, you might reconsider. The day is built around a moderate hike, and that physical block is the backbone of the itinerary.

If you’re choosing between a simple sightseeing day and something more active, this one leans toward the active side, but it’s still approachable. You’ll come away with bamboo scenery, a spiritual water temple stop, and rice terrace views that look good in photos and even better in memory.

FAQ

How long is the trekking and sightseeing tour?

The tour runs about 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.).

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included, along with bottled water.

Do I get hotel pickup and drop-off in Ubud?

Yes. Round-trip transport from your Ubud hotel is included.

How long is the hike, and is it moderate?

There’s a moderate 4-hour hike through bamboo forests as part of the day.

Are temple and swing admission tickets included?

Tirta Empul Temple admission is not included, and the swing ticket is also not included.

Is coffee tasting included?

Yes. The tour includes a stop at a luwak coffee plantation, where you can sample the coffee.

Who is this tour not recommended for?

It’s not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions, and it has a minimum age of 7.