East Bali Custom Day Tour: Private Car & Flexible Itinerary

Summary

Flexible Bali day trip with your own driver and custom route

You’ll shape your own East Bali day trip with a private car and local driver—pick up to five places (temples, waterfalls, markets), relax in air-conditioned comfort, and enjoy spontaneous moments along the way. Expect laughter, honest stories, and maybe a new favorite lunch spot you’ll dream about later.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Full day guided Bali tour with driver

• Meet your English-speaking driver
• Visit various great places in Bali
• Explore hidden gems and photo spots
• Enjoy authentic cultural immersion
• Travel with private car and driver
• Visit Klungkung area
• Return to your accommodation

Top questions

How many places can I visit on this East Bali tour?

You can choose up to 5 spots along one route for your custom itinerary.

Is hotel pickup included in the tour?

Yes, pickup and drop-off are included within Ubud, Gianyar, Denpasar, South Badung, Bangli, and Tabanan areas.

Can I extend my travel time during the tour?

Yes, you can extend travel time within service areas for USD 5 per extra hour.

Are English-speaking drivers available?

Yes, all drivers speak English and are happy to help plan your route.

Is bottled water provided during the trip?

Yes, bottled water is included for all guests on this private tour.

Are there any health restrictions for this tour?

This tour isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular issues.

Can I visit areas like Lovina or Amed Karangasem?

Yes, but there’s a USD 30 surcharge per area for those destinations.

Is lunch included in the price?

No, lunch isn’t included but your driver can recommend local spots along your route.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver who’ll pick you up from your hotel (within Ubud or nearby areas), bottled water for the ride, all fuel costs covered—and full flexibility to plan your own route through East Bali’s sights before being dropped off again at your door.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to laugh so much with our driver before we’d even left Ubud. He showed up right on time, grinning like he already knew we’d get along. The air in the car was cool—thank god, because outside it was that thick, green Bali heat. We tossed around ideas for stops (I wanted temples, my partner wanted waterfalls), and he just nodded, totally unfazed by our indecision. “No problem,” he said. “We can do both.” I believed him.

The drive out toward Klungkung was quieter than I thought it’d be. Rice paddies slid past the window, all these tiny birds darting over the water. Our guide pointed out a roadside warung where he gets his favorite kopi Bali—he laughed when I tried to say it right (“kopi” is harder than it looks). When we finally stopped at this little temple tucked behind a banyan tree, incense drifted through the air, mixing with something sweet from a nearby offering. I remember thinking: this isn’t in any guidebook, is it?

Lunch wasn’t fancy—just some spicy nasi campur at a spot our driver liked—but honestly, I’m still thinking about that sambal. He told us stories about growing up near Gianyar and how every village has its own way of making offerings. At one point I got distracted watching two kids chase each other barefoot across the road, laughing like they owned the place. We made it to four places before deciding we were happily tired enough to call it a day. The flexibility was real; nobody rushed us or pushed for extra stops.