Private Tour – Ubud Kintamani Tours

The best part of this private Bali tour is the mix of culture, crafts, rice terraces, forest, and volcano views in one day. You begin with a Barong and Kris dance, then move through Celuk and Batuan before heading toward Tegallalang, Ubud, and Kintamani.

I like the freedom of a private car and the practical setup: air-conditioning, petrol, an English-speaking driver, and fees are included. I also like the chance to meet Ketut Legawa, the driver associated with this service, who is described as punctual, polite, flexible, and helpful with wider Bali plans.

The main catch is time. Six stops are listed, but traffic can reduce the day to about four destinations. If you try to see everything, several visits may feel like quick photo stops rather than proper explorations.

Key points to know before booking

• A full Bali sampler: You can combine a traditional dance, village arts, rice terraces, a forest sanctuary, and Mount Batur views in one private day.
• Traffic decides the final shape: The advertised route can run up to 10 hours, but the number of stops depends on road conditions.
• Private transport adds flexibility: Only your group joins the activity, so you can discuss the pace and possible changes with the driver.
• Ketut Legawa is the key name: Feedback connected with this service repeatedly praises his punctuality, courtesy, flexibility, and help with planning.
• The $70 price covers the essentials: Your car or bus, English-speaking driver, fuel, entrance fees, and taxes are included, but meals and drinks are not.
• Plan for an early, active day: The stops are spread across Bali, and the route works best if you accept a busy schedule with plenty of time in the car.

What this private Ubud and Kintamani day really offers

This is not a slow Ubud walking tour. It is a private sightseeing circuit by road, built around several well-known places east and north of Denpasar and Ubud.

For $70 per person, you get up to 10 hours in an air-conditioned car or bus with an English-speaking driver, fuel, entrance fees, and taxes included. That makes the price attractive for anyone who wants to cover a lot of ground without arranging separate rides.

The value depends heavily on your group size and expectations. A private vehicle is especially useful for families or friends who want to stay together. Group discounts are offered, but the exact saving is not specified, so check the total before booking.

The route contains more stops than most one-day outings can handle comfortably. The scheduled visits total several hours before you add road time, meals, traffic, and possible shopping. The operator notes that the day may include up to four destinations because of traffic, so treat the list as a menu rather than a guarantee of six long visits.

Starting with Barong and Kris dance

The Barong and Kris performance gives the day a cultural opening rather than beginning with a shop or viewpoint. The dance tells the story of the struggle between good and evil, using costume, movement, music, and theatrical action.

You have about 40 minutes here, and admission is included. That is enough time to see a substantial portion of the performance, though not enough to linger around the venue for long if the schedule is tight.

I like this stop because it provides context for Bali beyond scenery. The performance is a traditional form of storytelling, and it helps you see how religious and mythological ideas are expressed through live art.

The practical point is to watch the clock. A private tour gives you some control, but the driver still has a long route ahead. If the dance runs late or traffic builds afterward, one of the later stops may be shortened.

Celuk Village and Bali’s silver craft

Celuk is known for gold and silver work. The planned visit lasts about 30 minutes, with admission included.

This is a working craft stop, but the information provided does not promise a workshop demonstration or a hands-on activity. You should expect to see local metalwork and possibly have an opportunity to browse finished pieces. If buying is not part of your plan, tell the driver clearly so you can keep the visit brief.

Celuk adds something useful to the day: you are not only looking at Bali’s scenery, you are seeing one of the island’s established art trades. The stop is short, so it works best as an introduction rather than a full study of Balinese jewelry making.

Batuan paintings and Ubud’s art tradition

Batuan is associated with painting art, and the tour allows about 30 minutes here. Admission is free.

The description connects Ubud painting with religious and mythological expression, as well as a long period of artistic change. That makes this stop more than a general art-shop visit. It points to the way local painting has served both spiritual and cultural purposes.

Again, half an hour is a quick look. You may have time to view paintings and hear some explanation from the driver, but the experience is not designed as a detailed gallery visit. If painting is your main interest, you may want to ask in advance how much time can be reserved here.

For most people, Batuan works well as part of the wider mix. It breaks up the drive and gives you a glimpse of Bali’s visual arts before the route turns toward the rice terraces and Ubud.

Tegallalang Rice Terrace in a short window

Tegallalang is one of the most recognizable scenic stops on the route. The terraces lie along the road between Kintamani and Ubud, and the visit is scheduled for around 30 minutes with admission included.

You will likely have time to take in the stepped rice fields and make photographs. The stop is not presented as a long walk through the farming area, so do not expect a full rural hike. The route information also mentions woodcarvings in Tegallalang and nearby villages, which helps explain why the area can combine scenery with local craft shopping.

This is one of the stops where timing matters most. A short visit can be enough for views, but it can feel rushed if you want to walk, shop, and take photographs. Traffic may also affect how long you remain here.

I would treat Tegallalang as a scenic pause, not the sole reason to book the tour. Its real value comes from pairing it with the cultural stops and Kintamani viewpoint.

Ubud Monkey Forest, with limited time

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is listed as a 30-minute stop, with admission included. It is in central Ubud and close to other attractions in the town.

The forest is a convenient addition if you want to see one of Ubud’s best-known places without arranging another ride. The tour description presents it as easy to find and accessible from the main Ubud area.

Thirty minutes is brief for a site that can reward a slower walk. You may get an introduction and a short visit, but do not plan on covering every path. The tight schedule also means you should keep personal belongings secure and follow the sanctuary’s rules, though the supplied information does not provide specific animal-safety guidance.

This stop suits first-time visitors who want a sample of Ubud. If you have already visited the sanctuary or prefer temples and galleries, you might choose to spend the available time elsewhere, if traffic and the driver allow changes.

Kintamani and the Mount Batur view

Kintamani is the most scenic finish on the listed route. The highland area offers views toward Mount Batur and the wide lake below, with about one hour allocated and admission included.

An hour gives this stop more breathing room than the village visits. You can pause for the view and take photographs without feeling that you must leave immediately. The description focuses on the panorama, not on a volcano hike, so this is a viewpoint visit rather than a climb.

Kintamani also changes the rhythm of the day. After several cultural and commercial stops, the highland view gives you open space and a chance to take stock of the route. Visibility can affect what you see, and the tour data does not guarantee clear conditions, so keep expectations sensible.

The route order and actual timing may change with traffic. If Kintamani is your priority, tell the driver when booking or at pickup. It may help the day’s planning, although no fixed customization promise is provided.

A private car is the main advantage

The transport arrangement is simple: an air-conditioned car or bus, an English-speaking driver, and petrol are included. Since only your group participates, you avoid sharing the vehicle with strangers or waiting for other hotel pickups.

That privacy matters on a long Bali road day. You can discuss the pace, ask for suggestions, and decide which stops deserve more attention. The feedback associated with Ketut Legawa repeatedly describes him as punctual, polite, friendly, and willing to help with broader plans, including boat tickets and itinerary organization.

The service appears to be driver-led rather than a formal specialist-guided tour. That can be a strength if you want relaxed transport and practical local advice. If you want detailed art history or a long explanation at every site, ask how much guiding is included before you pay.

Several comments also describe Ketut as flexible and willing to suggest places while still following the group’s wishes. That is useful in Bali, where a road closure, traffic delay, or unexpected stop can change the day quickly.

Why the traffic warning matters

The route covers a large area. Barong performances, Celuk, Batuan, Tegallalang, Ubud, and Kintamani are not a compact walking circuit, so road time is a major part of the experience.

The tour is advertised for eight to 10 hours, with extra hours charged at 10 percent of the full-day tour price. The operator specifically notes that the final number of destinations depends on traffic and may be around four places in a 10-hour day.

That warning is important. You should not book this expecting six equal-length visits. Instead, think of it as a flexible full-day route where the driver helps decide what remains practical.

If you want a relaxed day, pick two or three priorities before departure. For example, you might focus on the dance, Tegallalang, and Kintamani. If you want culture and art, Barong, Celuk, and Batuan may matter more. A private tour is most useful when you make those choices early.

What is included, and what you still pay for

The $70 per-person rate includes:

• Air-conditioned car or bus
• English-speaking driver
• Petrol or gasoline
• All fees and taxes
• Entrance fees listed for the stops

Food and drinks are not included. You should budget separately for meals and refreshments, since the day can last most of your waking hours.

Extra time costs 10 percent of the full-day tour price. The exact money amount depends on how the operator calculates the full-day rate, so confirm this before extending the outing.

Children under two enter free. The tour is near public transportation, though the service itself is built around private pickup. Pickup is offered, but the supplied information does not specify every pickup area, so confirm your hotel location at booking.

Confirmation is provided at the time of booking. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Who will enjoy this tour most

I would recommend this outing to a first-time Bali visitor who wants a broad introduction in one day. It suits you if you value convenience, private transport, and the ability to combine several types of sights.

It is also a good fit for families and small groups. The private format means you do not have to match the pace of a large coach group, and children under two do not pay admission.

You may not enjoy it as much if you dislike long drives, shopping-oriented village stops, or a busy schedule. The 30-minute visits at Celuk, Batuan, Tegallalang, and the Monkey Forest are enough for a taste, but not for deep exploration.

Art lovers should ask for more time in Batuan or Celuk. Nature-focused visitors should make Kintamani and Tegallalang priorities. If your main goal is a quiet Ubud day, choose a shorter private route instead.

Should you book this Bali day tour?

Book it if you want variety and private transport at a reasonable per-person price. The included vehicle, fuel, fees, and driver service remove much of the work of planning a wide-ranging Bali day.

Before booking, decide which stops matter most and accept that traffic may cut the list to four destinations. Ask about pickup, the likely route, and the cost of extra hours. If you approach the day as a flexible sampler rather than a promise of six full visits, it can be a useful and good-value introduction to Ubud, Kintamani, and the arts of central Bali.

FAQ

How long does the private Ubud and Kintamani tour last?

The tour lasts approximately eight to 10 hours. Extra hours are charged at 10 percent of the full-day tour price.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is offered. The provided information does not specify every pickup area, so confirm your location when booking.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

What does the $70 price include?

The price includes an air-conditioned car or bus, an English-speaking driver, petrol or gasoline, all fees, and taxes.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included in the tour price.

How many destinations will I visit?

The route lists six possible stops, but the actual number depends on traffic. The operator notes that the day may include about four destinations during a 10-hour outing.

Is an English-speaking driver provided?

Yes. An English-speaking driver is included.

Are young children charged?

Children under two years old enter free.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not accepted for a refund.