Bali: Private Full-Day Tour with Custom Itinerary & Pickup

Summary

Design your Bali day trip with temples, rice terraces, waterfalls and more

You’ll set your own rhythm on this private Bali tour with pickup from your hotel and an English-speaking driver-guide who helps plan your route. Wander rice terraces at Tegalalang or Jatiluwih, explore sacred temples like Tanah Lot or Tirta Empul, and pause for local snacks whenever you want. You’ll come away with more than photos — maybe even a story or two you weren’t expecting.

What’s the experience like?

We were already halfway to Tegalalang Rice Terrace before I realized how much I’d underestimated the size of Bali. Our driver Wayan just laughed when I asked if we could “swing by” Uluwatu after lunch — apparently, that’s like asking for Paris and Rome in one go. He didn’t mind though; he just helped us figure out what was actually doable in a single day trip from Ubud. The air in the car was cool (thankfully), but every time we rolled down the window near the rice paddies, you’d get this damp green smell, almost sweet — it’s hard to describe unless you’ve been there.

I’m not usually someone who cares about temples, but Tanah Lot at sunset really did something to me. There were crowds, sure, but standing there with my shoes off, salt on my skin from the sea spray, it felt bigger than just another stop. Earlier at Tirta Empul Temple, Wayan showed us how locals do their cleansing ritual — he even explained which fountain was for what (I tried to remember but honestly forgot half). He made it feel normal to ask questions about things I didn’t understand.

The best part? We didn’t have to rush. If we wanted extra time wandering through Jatiluwih’s rice terraces or grabbing coffee in a random roadside warung (I still think about that ginger tea), it was no problem. The van had cold bottled water and the AC worked overtime when the afternoon got sticky. By the time we hit Tegenungan Waterfall, my feet were tired and my shirt stuck to my back — but I wouldn’t have changed anything about our private Bali tour. Not even getting caught behind a parade of scooters on the way back to Seminyak.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Customizable full-day Bali tour

• Meet English-speaking driver guide
• Design your own itinerary
• Visit Batuan Temple
• Explore Tegenungan Waterfall
• See Tegalalang Rice Terrace
• Visit Tirta Empul Temple
• Stop at Kintamani
• Walk Campuhan Ridge
• Visit Elephant Cave
• See Ulun Danu Beratan Temple
• Explore Jatiluwih Rice Terraces
• Visit Tanah Lot Temple
• See Taman Ayun Temple
• Visit Uluwatu Temple
• Return to hotel

Top questions

How long does the private Bali tour last?

The tour lasts up to 10 hours including travel time between sites.

Is hotel pickup included for this Bali day trip?

Yes, pickup and drop-off are included from hotels in Sanur, Ubud, Denpasar, Canggu, Seminyak, Legian/Kuta, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran or Benoa.

Can I choose which attractions to visit during the tour?

Yes, you can customize your itinerary together with your English-speaking driver-guide based on your interests and timing.

What is the maximum group size for this private tour?

The maximum group size is 12 travelers per booking.

Are entrance fees or meals included?

No meals or entrance fees are included; only transport and bottled water are provided.

Is this Bali tour suitable for families with young children?

Yes; infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller and specialized infant seats are available if requested.

Will my guide speak English?

Yes; your driver also serves as an English-speaking guide throughout the day.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere from Ubud to Seminyak or Sanur (and other main areas), all fuel and parking fees covered by your private air-conditioned vehicle, plus bottled water along the way. Your English-speaking driver doubles as a local guide so you can ask questions or adjust plans as you go — just bring cash for temple entry or snacks if you want them.