Lempuyang Temple Gate of Heaven Private Tour from Seminyak
Many stairs lead to a temple high above sea level.
A private full-day tour from Seminyak covering Bali's most photographed spots: Lempuyang Temple at the summit of Mount Agung, Tirta Gangga Water Palace, Tukad Cepung Waterfall, Tegalalang rice terraces and a jungle swing. Your guide handles the route and timing while you move through each stop at your own pace. Hotel pickup starts at 6 AM and return is around 7:30 PM.
Step-by-step itinerary
Visit Bali's iconic photo spots
- Pick up at hotel
- Arrive at Tirta Gangga Water Palace
- Arrive at Pura Lempuyang Temple
- Lunch time
- Visit Tukad Cepung Waterfall
- Visit Tegalalang rice terraces
- Swing on jungle swing at coffee plantation
- Return to hotel
- Tirta Gangga Water Garden Entry included 1h
- Tegalalang Rice Terrace Entry included 1h
- Ubud Art Market passing by
- Seminyak Beach passing by
- Canggu passing by
- Kuta Beach passing by
- Tirta Empul Temple passing by
- Besakih Temple passing by
What’s included
- Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off.
- air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board.
- bottled water throughout the day.
- lunch.
- all entry fees and taxes.
- jungle swing ticket.
Times
- Every day 07:00
Before you book
Operated by ForeverVacation Bali
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The experience
The day opens with a drive to Tirta Gangga Water Palace, a royal garden built in 1948 that blends Balinese and Chinese architecture near Ababi village. From there you head to Lempuyang Temple, the Gate of Heaven, where the real climb begins: over 1,700 stairs ascending nearly 1,200 meters up Mount Agung. The steep path is what makes the views from the top singular. You're standing where few tourists venture, looking out over terrain that has nothing to do with Bali's southern beaches.
After lunch, the tour moves to Tukad Cepung Waterfall, a less-trafficked site tucked away from the commercial tourist routes, then to Tegalalang rice terraces. The layered green fields you've seen in countless photos. The jungle swing at a coffee plantation comes next, another Instagram favorite, and the route back to your hotel passes Ubud's traditional art market and, depending on where you're staying, beaches like Seminyak, Canggu or Kuta. The entire day runs roughly 12 hours, with your private guide managing the schedule and your driver handling the vehicle.
Is this one for you?This tour is private, so you move at your own pace without coordinating with other groups: ideal if you want to spend extra time at any stop or move quickly through others. The 12-hour day and the steep climb to Lempuyang Temple suit travelers who are comfortable with physical exertion and a full schedule. If you prefer a shorter outing or have mobility concerns, a half-day tour or a visit to just one or two sites would be a better fit.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3): free.
How steep is the climb to Lempuyang Temple's Gate of Heaven?
Lempuyang Temple requires climbing more than 1,700 stairs over challenging terrain to reach the temple at nearly 1,200 meters above sea level. The steep ascent is what creates the spectacular views from the top, but it does demand physical effort and a willingness to push yourself.
What is Tegalalang rice terrace actually like when you arrive?
Tegalalang rice terrace is a series of lush, layered green rice fields that cascade down the hillside in terraces. It's one of Bali's most visited attractions and the landscape matches the photos you've seen online: the iconic shot of Bali's agricultural landscape.
Does the tour include food, or do I need to budget for meals?
Lunch is included in the tour price. You'll eat at midday after visiting Lempuyang Temple and before moving on to Tukad Cepung Waterfall and the rice terraces.
What time does the tour start and end?
Hotel pickup begins at 6 AM. The tour visits Tirta Gangga at 9 AM, Lempuyang Temple at 9:30 AM, lunch at noon, Tukad Cepung at 2 PM, Tegalalang rice terraces at 4 PM, and the jungle swing at 5 PM. Return to your hotel is around 7:30 PM, though the exact time varies depending on your location.
Is this tour private, or will I be sharing with other travelers?
This is a private tour, so your guide and vehicle are reserved for your group alone. You set the pace at each stop without waiting for other visitors to finish.
Lempuyang Temple Gate of Heaven Private Tour from Seminyak
12h · EN · at your hotel
from US$ 95 per person
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