Bali Instagram Tour: Gates of Heaven, Waterfalls & Rice Terraces

Summary

Private Bali Photo Tour: Temples, Water Palaces & Hidden Gems

You’ll visit Bali’s most photogenic places—from ancient temples to hidden waterfalls—with a local driver who knows every shortcut and story along the way. It’s not just about photos; you’ll get real moments too—feeding koi at Tirta Gangga, feeling cool mist at Tukad Cepung, and swinging over rice fields in Ubud.

What’s the experience like?

The day kicked off before sunrise—our driver, Wayan, was already waiting in the hotel lobby with a big grin and a bottle of cold water. We headed straight for Lempuyang Temple. The air up there is cool and smells faintly of incense. Locals were already lining up at the “Gates of Heaven,” each person hoping to catch that perfect shot with Mount Agung peeking through the clouds behind them. Our guide explained how this spot’s become famous on social media but still holds deep meaning for Balinese Hindus. I noticed the temple cats weaving between people’s feet, totally unfazed by all the cameras.

Next stop: Tirta Gangga Water Palace. The place feels peaceful—just the sound of fountains and kids giggling as they toss fish food into the ponds. I tried balancing across those stepping stones (not as easy as it looks in photos). The koi here are massive and come right up if you’ve got a handful of pellets from one of the little stalls outside the gate. There’s always someone selling fresh coconut water nearby; I grabbed one while watching families snap photos by the statues.

Afterwards, we ducked into the jungle for Tukad Cepung Waterfall. It’s a short walk but gets slippery—my shoes were caked in red mud by the end. Sunlight streams through gaps in the cave roof, making everything glow gold for a few minutes if you time it right (our guide knew exactly when). The sound of water echoing off stone walls is something you don’t forget quickly.

Lunch was served overlooking Mount Batur at Kintamani highland—a simple buffet but honestly, it’s hard to focus on food with that view. Clouds drifted across the valley below us while we chatted with other travelers about their favorite Bali spots.

The last big stop was Tegalalang Rice Terrace near Ubud. Green everywhere—so many shades I lost count—and farmers working quietly along narrow paths. Tried out the jungle swing (yep, it’s scarier than it looks), then wandered through tiny warungs selling iced coffee and fried bananas.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Bali's Iconic Sites

• Visit Lempuyang Temple (Gate of Heaven)
• Tour Tirta Gangga Water Palace
• See Tukad Cepung Waterfall
• Lunch with view at Mt. Batur
• Walk Tegalalang Rice Terrace

Top questions

How early does pickup start for this Bali Instagram tour?

Your driver will meet you at your hotel lobby based on your booking time—usually early morning to beat crowds at Lempuyang Temple.

Is lunch included? What kind of food is served?

Yes, lunch is included at Kintamani highland with views of Mount Batur—a buffet with local Indonesian dishes and some Western options.

Do I need to bring anything special for temple visits?

No worries—a sarong will be provided for entering Balinese temples like Lempuyang.

Are entrance tickets covered in this tour?

All entrance fees are included in your booking price—no extra charges at any site listed in the itinerary.

I’m staying in Seminyak—can I get picked up there?

Yes! Free pick-up is available from Seminyak as well as Kuta, Ubud, Nusa Dua, Sanur, Jimbaran, Canggu, Legian, Denpasar, and Benoa Harbor areas.

What’s included

This tour covers private transportation with air-conditioning, hotel pick-up and drop-off from main tourist areas, all entrance tickets (including Lempuyang Temple and Tirta Gangga), sarong rental for temples, lunch overlooking Mount Batur, fuel surcharge and parking fees—and even your Jungle Swing ticket is sorted! Just bring comfy shoes and your camera; everything else is handled by your friendly local team.