Ubud Private Day Trip: Monkey Forest, Rice Terraces & Temples

Seven stops in one day: how to see Ubud without planning the route yourself

You get picked up from your hotel, driven through seven of Ubud's main attractions (temples, waterfalls, rice terraces, a jungle swing, and a silversmith village) with an experienced English-speaking driver who handles all the stops and timing. The day is private, so the pace stays flexible, and you return to your hotel at the end without arranging separate transport or entry logistics.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Tegalalang Rice Terrace30m
2. Tegenungan Waterfall30m
3. Batuan Temple30m
4. Celuk Village30m
5. Tirta Empul Temple30m
6. Jimbaran Beachpass by
7. Kuta Beachpass by
8. Seminyak Beachpass by
9. Canggupass by
10. Sanur Beachpass by

Explore top Ubud attractions

• Visit Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest
• See Tegalalang Rice Terraces
• Swim at Tegenungan Waterfall
• Tour Batuan Temple
• Visit Celuk Village silver art
• Try Jungle Swing experience
• Explore Tirta Empul Temple
• Pass by Ubud Art Market

The experience

"You want to see everything, yes? Then we start early," our driver said when we picked up the itinerary, and he meant it. The day begins with the Sacred Monkey Forest, where gray macaques move through Hindu temples and jungle gorge like they own the place, which they do. After that, the route stacks the sights tight: Tegalalang Rice Terraces next, where the green goes on in steps all the way down the hillside, then Tegenungan Waterfall for a swim if you want one. The whole private Ubud day trip covers seven main stops, and the driver handles all the navigation between them.

What makes this different from renting a scooter and winging it is that someone who knows the timing has already done the math. You hit Batuan Temple when the light is good, stop at Celuk Village to watch silversmiths at work, swing on the jungle swing (30 meters of rope over a valley, the photos are worth the nerve), and see how Balinese people perform blessings at Tirta Empul Temple before the crowds pile in. The Ubud Art Market is on the route, not a detour. You're not deciding whether the waterfall is worth the drive or if you have time for one more temple. The driver knows the answer.

Pickup happens from your hotel in Nusa Dua, Seminyak, Canggu, Kuta, Jimbaran, Sanur, Ubud, or a few other areas, so you don't start the day negotiating a ride or figuring out how to get to the first stop. The driver speaks English, carries insurance, and the whole thing is private, meaning the pace is yours. Families with small children can bring a stroller. By evening you're back where you started, and you've seen the Ubud highlights without spending half the day lost or deciding what to skip.

What’s included

• Your day includes private transportation with an experienced driver, hotel pickup and drop-off from Nusa Dua, Seminyak, Canggu, Kuta, Jimbaran, Sanur, Ubud, or nearby areas, and insurance cover.
• You visit the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terraces, Tegenungan Waterfall, Batuan Temple, Celuk Village silversmith workshops, Ubud Art Market, a 30-meter jungle swing, and Tirta Empul Temple with its blessing pools.
• The driver is English-speaking and manages all routing and timing so you focus on the sights.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 08:30, 09:00 and 09:30

AgesAdult (5 to 75 years) · Infant (under 5): free

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendly

Operated by Melancaran

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Ubud's main attractions in one day without renting a vehicle, planning the route, or deciding which stops fit in the time you have. The private setup means you move at your own pace through all seven, and the driver knows the order that works.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 5): free.

What's included in the private Ubud day trip?

Private transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, an English-speaking driver, and insurance cover. Entry fees to attractions are separate.

How long is the full day trip?

The itinerary covers a full day with seven main stops: Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terraces, Tegenungan Waterfall, Batuan Temple, Celuk Village, Ubud Art Market, jungle swing, and Tirta Empul Temple.

Which hotels are included for pickup?

Pickup is available from Nusa Dua, Seminyak, Canggu, Kuta, Jimbaran, Sanur, Ubud, Legian, Denpasar, and Sukawati. Confirm your hotel location when booking.

Is the jungle swing safe?

The swing is about 30 meters over a valley. It's an optional activity on the itinerary, so you can skip it if you prefer.

Can I swim at Tegenungan Waterfall?

Yes, you can swim beneath the falls. Bring a change of clothes or a quick-dry shirt.

Do I need to book attractions in advance?

No. The driver arranges stops and timing. Entry fees are paid on-site unless otherwise arranged.

What language does the driver speak?

The driver speaks English and is familiar with all the stops on the itinerary.