Bali: Full-Day Village Tour with Volcano View & Waterfall

Summary

Balinese villages, volcano views, waterfalls and rice fields in one day

You’ll wander through artisan villages with a local guide, step barefoot inside ancient temples, eat lunch facing Mt. Batur’s smoky rim, and hear Tegenungan Waterfall thunder at your feet—all with hotel pickup and every detail handled so you can just breathe it in.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the air to smell like cloves when we stepped out at Celuk Village—someone nearby was roasting something sweet, and our guide Wayan grinned at my curiosity. He waved us over to watch a silversmith shape tiny flowers from molten metal. I tried to ask about the process (my Bahasa is hopeless), but he just smiled and let me hold a cool, half-finished bracelet. It was quieter than I thought for a place famous for jewelry—just soft tapping and the odd rooster crowing somewhere behind the workshop.

Later, at Batuan Temple, Wayan handed me a sarong (“for respect,” he said). The stone felt warm under my feet. There were old women arranging little baskets of flowers by the shrines—one caught my eye and nodded. It’s strange how peaceful it feels even with other visitors around. After that, Ubud Art Market was chaos—scooters everywhere, people haggling over batik scarves. I nearly got lost but found Wayan waiting by a fruit stall, sipping something bright orange (he offered me a taste; it was tangy and not too sweet).

The highlight? Lunch overlooking Mt. Batur and Lake Batur. Clouds drifted low over the volcano while we ate spicy chicken and rice—the view kept pulling my eyes away from my plate. There’s something about eating hot food with that kind of breeze on your face that sticks with you. We stopped at Tegalalang Rice Terrace after; green as far as you can see, steps cut into the hills like giant fingerprints. Some folks did the jungle swing (I chickened out), but watching them shriek above the palms was honestly enough excitement for me.

Tegenungan Waterfall was our last stop—a bit crowded but worth it for the sound alone, all that water crashing down so close you feel it in your chest. I sat on a rock for a minute just listening before we piled back into the van (air-con never felt so good). By then I was sunburned and tired in that happy way travel makes you tired. If you’re looking for a Bali full day tour that actually feels like seeing Bali—not just ticking off spots—I’d do this again in a heartbeat.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Traditional Balinese culture and nature tour

• Visit traditional Batik weaving
• See silver and gold jewelry making
• Explore ancient Hinduism village temple
• Visit natural habitat for grey long tail monkeys
• Pass by Ubud Art Market
• Pass by Ubud King Palace
• View Tegalalang Rice Terrace
• Lunch with panoramic Mount Batur view
• Visit ancient holy spring water temple
• See Tegenungan Waterfall

Top questions

How long does this Bali full day tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 8-10 hours including all stops from hotel pickup to drop-off.

Is lunch included on this day trip from Ubud or Seminyak?

Yes, buffet lunch is included overlooking Mt. Batur and Lake Batur.

Are entrance fees covered in this Bali village sightseeing trip?

All entrance fees to attractions are included in your booking price.

Does the tour include hotel pickup & drop-off?

Yes, pickup and drop-off are provided from most areas including Seminyak, Canggu, Kuta, Sanur, Ubud and more.

Can I bring children or infants on this private Bali tour?

The tour is suitable for families; infants seats are available on request if needed.

Is there time to do the jungle swing at Tegalalang Rice Terrace?

You have free time at Tegalalang; jungle swing is optional at your own expense.

What should I bring for this Bali full day sightseeing trip?

Bring sun cream, hat, camera; sarongs are provided for temple visits if needed.

Is Tegenungan Waterfall accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

The tour is wheelchair accessible overall; some areas may be challenging near the waterfall due to steps.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup from your area of choice (Ubud, Seminyak, Kuta and more), all entry fees to temples and attractions like Tegenungan Waterfall and Tegalalang Rice Terrace, bottled water throughout the journey, private driver-guide who walks you through each stop—not just dropping you off—and a buffet lunch overlooking Mount Batur before returning comfortably by air-conditioned minivan in the evening.