Ubud: Lempuyang Gate of Heaven & Tirta Gangga Private Tour

Hands raised between two stone pillars, the volcano framed perfectly behind. That's the Gate of Heaven at Lempuyang.

You're driven from Ubud to Lempuyang Temple's Gate of Heaven at 1,175 meters elevation, then to Tirta Gangga Water Palace, Bukit Asah hilltop, and Virgin Beach. Hotel pickup and drop-off included, plus an air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking driver for the full 150-mile round trip. The 2.5-hour drive each way means you leave early and return in the evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Lempuyang Temple and Beaches

• Drive 2.5 hours to Lempuyang Temple
• See The Gate of Heaven photo spot
• Visit Tirta Gangga Water Palace
• Enjoy views at Bukit Asah Hill
• Relax at Virgin Beach

The experience

The drive from Ubud takes two and a half hours to reach the eastern slope of Mount Lempuyang, where Pura Penataran Agung sits at 1,175 meters above sea level. This is Bali's highest temple, and the Gate of Heaven (two ornate stone pillars framing Mount Agung and the valley below) is why most people make the trip. The line for photos can get long, especially midday, so timing matters. Your private driver picks you up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and handles the full 150-mile round trip, which means you're not negotiating traffic or finding your way back.

After the temple, the day moves to Tirta Gangga Water Palace, a centuries-old royal garden from the Karangasem kingdom with pools, stone carvings, and water that locals believe has healing properties. The architecture pulls you back a few hundred years. It's the kind of place where you notice the detail in every carved stone and the way the water moves through the grounds. Then there's Bukit Asah, a hilltop with views of a small island separated from the main coast and a clear line of sight to the ocean. It's quieter than the temple, and the perspective shifts from spiritual to purely scenic.

Virgin Beach closes out the day: white sand, fewer crowds than the main tourist beaches, and enough space to actually sit without feeling rushed. By the time you're back at your hotel, you've covered four distinct stops across the eastern side of Bali, and your driver has handled every kilometer. The whole day is structured around a private vehicle and an English-speaking guide, so you're not coordinating with a group or waiting for a bus to fill up.

What’s included

• Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Ubud, private air-conditioned transportation for the full 150-mile round trip, an English-speaking driver, and bottled water.
• You visit Pura Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple and the Gate of Heaven, Tirta Gangga Water Palace, Bukit Asah hilltop, and Virgin Beach.
• Entry fees to each attraction are not included in the tour price.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 05:00, 07:00 and 08:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (13 to 65 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by PT. Marina Bali Wisata

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Bali's highest temple and the Gate of Heaven without arranging your own transport or navigating the eastern roads: the private vehicle and driver handle the long drive, which is what makes four separate stops possible in one day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the drive from Ubud to Lempuyang Temple?

Approximately 2.5 hours each way. The temple sits at 1,175 meters on Mount Lempuyang's eastern slope.

Is the Gate of Heaven photo line really that long?

Yes. The temple has become very popular for photos, so expect a wait, especially in midday hours.

What's included in the tour price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, private air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking driver, and bottled water. Entry fees to attractions are separate.

How many people can book this tour?

Minimum 2 people per booking. The vehicle is private, so group size is flexible.

Is this tour physically demanding?

The day involves a long drive and visits to four locations with walking at each stop. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

What's the total distance covered?

Approximately 150 miles round trip from your hotel in Ubud.

Can infants come on this tour?

Yes, infants can travel but must sit on an adult's lap during the drive.

What is Tirta Gangga?

An ancient royal water palace from the Karangasem kingdom, featuring ornamental pools, stone carvings, and water believed by locals to have healing properties.