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Indonesian Temples: The 15 Best Visits

178 tours  ·  from $6 a head

Sea temples, spring temples, a gate framing a volcano and nine stone terraces on Java. The 15 below are priced and timed, with sarong rules, ceremony closures and the hours when each one is still quiet.

Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple - Tirta Empul, a living Balinese temple
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Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple

1.Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,160 reviews · from $31Our pick

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Ubud with a private English-speaking driver-guide. Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tegenungan Waterfall, Tirta Empul Temple, a jungle swing, Celuk Village, and an Ubud market. Guides such as Vitho, Ary, Wah, and Adik are praised for local insight and helpful photo stops.

“We absolutely loved this day trip, we saw soo many beautiful things, the drive was incredible my knowledgeable of the areas we went to & the cultural side of things which was exactly what we wanted! He was an amazing tour guide and I cRead more”

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Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali - Jatiluwih Green Land and the subak system
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Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali

2.Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,539 reviews · from $39

Spend about 10 hours with a private driver-guide visiting four major Bali sights: lakeside Ulun Danu Bratan, UNESCO-listed Jatiluwih, quiet Luhur Batukaru, and sunset at Tanah Lot. Guides such as Wayan, Agus, Berata, and Tia are praised for cultural insight, careful driving, photography help, and flexible pacing.

“There are many tour operators in Bali, but not all of them hold their drivers to the same high standards. I recently booked two tours with Hire Bali Driver, and they were excellent—legit, professional, and very prompt in their communication. WhaRead more”

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Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay

3.Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,199 reviews · from $27

Spend about five hours with a private driver-guide at Uluwatu Temple, then watch Bali’s famous Kecak fire dance above the ocean. Guides such as Ketut, Leo, Putu, Pedro, and Edy are praised for temple stories, crowd help, monkey warnings, and photos. Add a Jimbaran seafood dinner if you choose that option.

“Excellent tour guide, attentive. Beautiful temple location and sunset. Cultural show is good for those who appreciate such things. If you opt for 7pm show, dinner will be late, especially there’s traffic jam going to the restaurant after the show.”

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Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour - Tirta Gangga adds calm after the queue
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Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour

4.Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 737 reviews · from $85

Spend a full day exploring Bali with a private driver-guide, visiting Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga, Tukad Cepung Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and a jungle swing. Guides such as Berata, Bagus, Komang, and Wayan are praised for safe driving, local insight, and taking photos. Start around 4 a.m. to reduce the temple wait.

“Our tour guide Yandek was very friendly and knowledgeable about the Balinese culture. He was also very accommodating with the itinerary. Traffic can be heavy, but he is a smooth driver. This tour was a great way to see Bali with a local person. I wouldn’t have done it any other way. I would highly recommend him!”

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Borobudur Temple Climb To The Top & Prambanan Temple - 1 day tour - Why Borobudur timing needs special attention
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Borobudur Temple Climb To The Top & Prambanan Temple – 1 day tour

5.Borobudur Temple Climb To The Top & Prambanan Temple – 1 day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 638 reviews · from $105

Spend about eight hours visiting Borobudur, Mendut Monastery, and Prambanan with a private English-speaking driver-guide. The Borobudur summit ticket is included, but daily climbing places are limited to 1,200. An optional sunrise upgrade is available. Guides such as Adit, Thomas, Arma, Maxi, and Himawan are frequently assigned, though names are not guaranteed.

“From the moment we were picked up, our driver Thomas made everything perfect. He was incredibly kind, punctual, and organized throughout the entire journey. His warm personality and attention to detail truly elevated the entire experience. The tour itself was stunning – exploring Borobudur Temple, Prambanan and Candi Mendut was breathtaking, and Thomas ensured we were always at the best spots to fully enjoy every moment. He shared interesting insights along the way, and his local knowledge made the day even more enriching. We never felt rushed, and he made sure we were comfortable and well taken care of. If you’re visiting Yogyakarta, I highly recommend this tour – and…”

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Ubud Tour with Monkey Forest Waterfalls Temples and More - Sacred Monkey Forest: macaques, trees, and temple paths
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Ubud Tour with Monkey Forest Waterfalls Temples and More

6.Ubud Tour with Monkey Forest Waterfalls Temples and More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 495 reviews · from $30

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Ubud with a private driver-guide such as Made, Dika, Juli, Karyana, or Sutha. Visit the Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul, Tegenungan Waterfall, and a Bali swing. Choose a custom plan or an all-inclusive option with lunch and entrance fees.

“We had an excellent day with Karyana who was wonderful in explaining the places we visited and the Bali culture.”

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Uluwatu Temple Entry and Kecak Fire Dance Ticket - Meeting your guide at Uluwatu Temple
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Uluwatu Temple Entry and Kecak Fire Dance Ticket

7.Uluwatu Temple Entry and Kecak Fire Dance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 479 reviews · from $29

Meet your local guide at Uluwatu Temple around 5 pm for a short guided visit, cliff-top views, photo help, monkey safety, and direct entry to the Kecak Fire Dance. Guides such as Kadek Pedro, Made, Adhi, and Ketut help explain the temple and find good seats. Transport is not included.

“The park is surrounded by a lot of green and monkeys everywhere, they are very smart and ready to take off their glasses or cell phone so be careful always take photos but with the cell phone in your chest. Amazing view and the show is too much.Auto-translated”

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Ubud Top Attractions: Waterfalls, Temples and Rice Terraces - Kanto Lampo Waterfall: a short walk to the first photo stop
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Ubud Top Attractions: Waterfalls, Temples and Rice Terraces

8.Ubud Top Attractions: Waterfalls, Temples and Rice Terraces

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · from $39

Spend about eight hours touring Ubud with a private driver-guide such as Ardi, Agus, Ari, or Bagus. Visit Kanto Lampo and Tibumana waterfalls, Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and D’Alas Swing, with lunch overlooking the jungle. Expect photo stops, local insight, stairs, walking, and some road time.

“Our tour guide Agus was brilliant. He arrived on time. He was kind and polite, gave us so much information about our tour and Bali. All the waterfalls were beautiful, and all the other sights as well as lunch was delicious at Ubud. Loved everything.”

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Yogyakarta: Borobudur Top Access & Prambanan Temple Private Tour - Borobudur: the morning’s main challenge
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Yogyakarta: Borobudur Top Access & Prambanan Temple Private Tour

9.Borobudur Top Access & Prambanan Temple Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews

Travel by private air-conditioned car from Yogyakarta to Borobudur and Prambanan with an English-speaking driver. Wahyu, Gito, Ahmad, Nusrul, and other local drivers have handled this route. Borobudur’s limited top access requires a separate structure ticket, while Prambanan admission is also extra. Expect 8 to 10 hours, temple time, and flexible stops.

“It's wonderful. The tour operator communicated with via WhatsApp before I even embarked on my journey. My driver/tour guide, Utama picked me up promptly at my hotel. He was friendly and we had a nice conversation along the way. At my request, he made two extra stops. Im truly enjoy this tour.”

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Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights - Uluwatu Temple and the Indian Ocean cliffs
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Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights

10.Private Tour: Uluwatu Temple & Southern Bali Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · from $45

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring southern Bali in a private, air-conditioned minivan. Visit Pandawa Beach, Uluwatu Temple, and the sunset Kecak dance, then add a Jimbaran Bay seafood dinner if you choose that option. Guides such as Wedana, Agus, Kris, and Ardana are praised for flexibility, local insight, and careful driving.

“El. Chófer/guía estuvo atento a nosotras todo el rato y fue muy amable y servicial. Vimos muchas cosas en poco tiempo y al ser privado tienes más margen. El teatro /baile típico con el atardecer fue lo mejor del tour!”

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Private Tour Bali Beaches and Uluwatu Temple with Dinner - Padang Padang Beach and its rocky entrance
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Private Tour Bali Beaches and Uluwatu Temple with Dinner

11.Private Tour Bali Beaches and Uluwatu Temple with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 363 reviews · from $48

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring southern Bali in a private car with a local driver or guide. Swim at Padang Padang, Pandawa, and Melasti, visit cliff-top Uluwatu Temple, watch a sunset kecak and fire dance, and finish with seafood at Jimbaran Bay. Guides such as Wayan, Oktaa, Darma, and Riko are praised for safe driving and flexible plans.

“What a fabulously day & experience. Wayan was so intuitive to what we wanted to do and was able to adapt our itinerary. We visited Uluwatu temple, he took the best photos, was always on time and listened to our resquests. He added a stop at White Rock Beach Club, had tickets purchased and waiting. I amnow spoiled and can only do a private tour. Thank you Wayan! .Kat, Coll, Brenna @ Laura”

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Half-Day Ubud Electric Cycling Tour to Tirta Empul Water Temple - Rice fields, village roads, and the quieter side of Ubud
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Half-Day Ubud Electric Cycling Tour to Tirta Empul Water Temple

12.Half-Day Ubud Electric Cycling Tour to Tirta Empul Water Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 315 reviews · from $49

Start at 8 a.m. with hotel pickup in Ubud, then ride an electric bicycle through rice fields, villages, and temple lanes toward Tirta Empul. Guides explain local life along the way, with Bob among the named guides. After the sacred spring visit, finish with lunch at Pangkon Bali Resto.

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Borobudur(climb up), Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Tour - Climbing Borobudur, the day’s major cultural stop
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Borobudur(climb up), Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Tour

13.Borobudur(climb up), Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 297 reviews · from $125

Spend about 12 hours exploring Yogyakarta’s three major sights in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Climb Borobudur, ride a 4x4 jeep near Mount Merapi, and visit Prambanan with a driver-guide such as Fajar, Pras, Hendra, or Tinton. Temple admission and taxes are included, but lunch and local temple guides are extra.

“Pras, our driver, came on time for the tour. He speaks understandable English and was fun to be with. He gave clear orientation on how the tour would flow. We had a fantastic experience at the Prambanan Temple, the Lava Tour (Mt. Merapi) and the Borobudur. I am very satisfied with this tour package with Viator. I will surely recommend this tour to my friends.”

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Gorilla Cave ATV Bali Ubud, Monkey Forest, Temple, and Lunch - Why the ATV guides matter
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Gorilla Cave ATV Bali Ubud, Monkey Forest, Temple, and Lunch

14.Gorilla Cave ATV Bali Ubud, Monkey Forest, Temple, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · from $75

Spend about 10 hours around Ubud with a professional ATV instructor, safety gear, and a two-hour ride through rice fields, jungle, rivers, tunnels, caves, and a waterfall. Your private group also visits the Sacred Monkey Forest and Puseh Batuan Temple. Guides such as Krisda, Radi, Ardy, Desna, and Eka are praised for safe driving and helpful cultural explanations.

“The tour I highly recommend. Our Radi guide was great! Super prepared person, kind and helpful .. He told us a lot about Bali and recommended some temples to see, peculiarities of Bali still without the commercial influence. He speaks English very well and it is easy to understand. The ATV adventure is a must-see.Auto-translated”

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Beratan , lake side temple tour , all inclusive - Banyumala Twin Waterfalls and the 15-minute walk
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Beratan , lake side temple tour , all inclusive

15.Beratan , lake side temple tour , all inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 261 reviews · from $85

Travel from Seminyak and nearby Bali areas into the cool north-central hills with an English-speaking driver-guide. Visit Ulun Danu Beratan, Banyumala Twin Waterfalls, Jatiluwih rice terraces, and Taman Ayun Temple. Lunch, bottled water, parking, transport, and entrance fees are included in this private 8 to 11-hour outing.

“It is appropriate for those that do not like trekking. I would not say it includes Batur volcano at all. Still, it was a relaxing the trip. We could not do a lot because of the rain. Finally, for those that want to go to the Mount Batur it is not recommended.”

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