Peaceful Bali: Ubud, Sidemen Valley & Coastal Sanur

Begin with an early morning walk along the Campuhan Ridge Walk, taking in 360-degree views of lush river valleys and palm crests before the heat sets in. Head to the dramatic emerald contours of the Tegallalang Rice Terraces to observe the ancient Subak cooperative irrigation system. In the afternoon, take a quiet walk under the ancient banyan and nutmeg canopy of the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. Conclude your day with a sunset yoga or meditation session at the resort. Overnight stay in Ubud.

After breakfast, stroll through the courtyards of the historic Ubud Royal Palace (Puri Saren Agung) and browse the artisan stalls of the Ubud Art Market for handwoven ikat, silver jewelry, and wooden carvings. In the afternoon, indulge in a signature 2-hour traditional Balinese spa ritual (foot floral bath, Balinese deep-tissue massage using warm essential oils, organic herbal boreh body scrub, and an aromatic flower petal bath). Spend a quiet evening dining at an open-air cafe like Clear Cafe or Sari Organik. Overnight stay in Ubud.

Check out after breakfast and drive into rural East Bali. Stop at the sacred spring temple of Tirta Empul in Tampaksiring to experience or witness the ancient Melukat water purification ritual in crystal-clear holy pools. Visit the natural rock formations of Kanto Lampo Waterfall. Arrive in the untouched Sidemen Valley, an idyllic rural sanctuary framed by Mount Agung. Check into your bamboo villa or hillside boutique retreat. Enjoy an evening meal overlooking misty rice paddies. Overnight stay in Sidemen.

Awake to views of Mount Agung rising above the terraced valleys. Embark on a guided morning countryside trek through working rice fields, crossing bamboo bridges, learning about native medicinal plants, and visiting local workshops where artisans weave traditional Balinese Endek and Songket textiles on handlooms. In the afternoon, participate in an authentic Balinese village cooking class using organic herbs, spices, and vegetables harvested straight from the garden. Spend a quiet evening listening to the sounds of nature. Overnight stay in Sidemen.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast overlooking the valley before checking out. Drive down to the southeast coast to Sanur, Bali's classic and laid-back seaside resort town. Check into your beachfront resort. Spend the afternoon swimming in the reef-protected calm waters of Sanur Beach or taking a leisurely bicycle ride along the paved 5 km beachfront promenade lined with local cafes, fishing boats, and shaded gazebos. In the evening, savor a quiet beachfront dinner listening to the gentle ocean waves. Overnight stay in Sanur.

Rise early to catch Sanur's famous sunrise over the calm sea with the distant silhouette of Nusa Penida. Savor a final tropical breakfast. Browse the boutiques along Jalan Danau Tamblingan for handcrafted souvenirs, essential oils, and organic Balinese sea salt. Check out and meet your private chauffeur for a short transfer to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) for your flight back home.