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Our own air conditioned Minivans, complete with English-speaking drivers, are available for hire. This is an ideal opportunity to see the part of the Island which you wish to see, without having to stop at shops and other destinations not of your choice, and without the anxieties and wrong-turnings that go with a self-drive vehicle. You can visit the well-known spots, or you can get right off the beaten track; please refer to the suggested itineraries that follow.
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A good road map is available at the Front Desk. A large ice-box is available if you would like to bring your own cold drinks. Hire charges are very reasonable, especially if you travel as a group; the maximum recommended number of passengers is seven, or if two or more children are in the group, eight. Please make your Minivan Reservation as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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FULL DAY TOURS
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| 1. KUTA - KINTAMANI - YEH SANIH - CULIK - AMLAPURA - CANDIDASA - GOA LAWAH - KLUNGKUNG - KUTA. |
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Long distances, so an early start required. Travel to Kintamani, which overlooks Batur Volcano and the Crater Lake. Climb the steps to Penulisan, Bali's highest temple, for a fine view. Down a winding mountain road to the North Coast and Yeh Sanih, a good lunch stop with a natural swimming pool. On across the lava flows at the base of Bali's 3100 meter (10400 feet ) Mount Agung. Stop for refreshments at Mimpi Resort, near Tulamben. Spectacular and desolate coastal and mountain scenery gives way to beautiful green rice terraces just north of Amlapura, which is an interesting old royal town. Candi Dasa lies on a fine stretch of coast. If there is time stop at Goa Lawah, the Bat Cave. Return via the towns of Klungkung ( famous Kertagosa painted ceiling ), and Gianyar ( centre of traditional Balinese weaving ). |
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2. KUTA - MAS - PUJUNG - PENELOKAN - PURA KEHEN - RENDANG - BESAKIH - PUTUNG -
ISEH - KLUNGKUNG - KUTA. |
| This is a scenery-orientated trip which passes through fine Rice Terraces, the island's most spectacular Volcanic Scenery, attractive Mountain Villages, and includes two of Bali's most interesting and contrasting Temples. Much of the route is rarely seen by tourists. Highly recommended. Lunch can be taken at Penelokan overlooking the volcano ( Gunawan Restaurant or similar ). Other stops with restaurants are Besakih and Putung. |
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3. KUTA - MENGWI - KEDATON - BEDUGUL - MUNDUK - MAYONG - PUPUAN - ANTOSARI - TABANAN - KEROBOKAN - KUTA |
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Mengwi ( Taman Ayun ) is Bali's second most important temple, and from here it's a short drive to Kedaton Monkey Forest, where you will see not only monkeys but also giant fruit bats. Then up to Bedugul with lunch at Strawberry Hill Restaurant en route. See the interesting fruit and vegetable market, and beautiful lakeside temple. Bedugul also has one of the world's top 50 golf courses in a spectacular setting. Continue through jungle up around a second crater lake - passing more monkeys beside the road - and then take the narrow mountain road to Munduk and Mayong. Pass through coffee, vanilla and clove plantations in the Pupuan area and eventually through some of Bali's finest rice terracing, north of Antosari. Refreshments available at the Puri Lumbung in Munduk or at the Cafe Belimbing in Belimbing Village. |
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4. KUTA - BUKIT JAMBUL - BESAKIH - MUNCAN - PUTUNG - BEBANDEM - BUDAKLING - TIRTAGANGGA - AMLAPURA - CANDIDASA - GOA LAWAH - BEDULU - KUTA |
| Rice Terraces, Temples, Mountains and Coastal Scenery. Mid-morning drink at Bukit Jambul lookout, followed by the Besakih Mother Temple ; around the south slopes of Mt. Agung to the beautiful viewpoint at Putung for lunch. On through salak-fruit plantations to the Water Palace at Tirtagangga built by a former king. Return along the coast as for No.1. |
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5. KUTA - KLUNGKUNG - PADANGBAI - TENGANAN - TIRTAGANGGA - AMED - TANAH BARAK - AMLAPURA - PUTUNG - SIDEMEN - KLUNGKUNG - KUTA |
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The highlight of this trip is the spectacular coastal road around the extreme eastern end of Bali. The midway point for lunch is Tirtagangga, with a late refreshment stop at Putung. Due to time restraints visit either the colourful fishing village and ferry port of Padangbai, or the ancient village of Tenganan with its unique weaving traditions and building styles.
NB. At the time of writing, part of this tour is not practicable due to the condition of the road! |
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6. KUTA - PACUNG - APUAN - JATILUWIH - BATUKAU - KEDATON - TANAH LOT - KUTA |
| Some of Bali's most beautiful rice terraces lie between Pacung and Jatiluwih. Batukau is a mysterious and isolated temple completely surrounded by dense tropical jungle high on the slopes of a volcano, where the air is cool. Kedaton Monkey Forest is on this route and the famous island temple of Tanah Lot can be included (time permitting) to see the sunset. |
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7. KUTA - BATUBULAN - UBUD - BALI BIRD PARK - KUTA |
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An 8 am start in order to reach Batubulan by 9 am to watch a Barong Dance. Then on to the picturesque village of Ubud, the centre for Balinese painting, where artists from various parts of the world have settled. Besides paintings there is much to see here - the scenery is beautiful, and Ubud has its own monkey forest. There are also several attractive restaurants; recommended are Casa Luna, Terazo, or Ary's Warung, in town, or Kupu Kupu Barong or Cahaha Dewata which both overlook the scenic Ayung River valley. The Bali Bird Park at Singapadu is well worth a visit on the return journey and is best visited in the late afternoon; it also boasts an excellent restaurant. If you are still in the vicinity of Ubud itself in the late afternoon, another interesting objective is the nearby village of Petulu, where large flocks of white herons roost in the trees each evening - aim to arrive there at 6pm. |
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8. HISTORICAL SIGHTSEEING TOUR KUTA - ELEPHANT CAVE ( GOA GAJAH ) - YEH PULU - ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM - THREE TEMPLES OF PEJENG - GUNUNG KAWI - TEGALLINGGAH - KUTRI TEMPLE - KUTA |
| Many of Bali's historically important sites can be visited in this relatively small area, and for lunch or refreshments the restaurants at Ubud are close by (see no. 7). A detailed archaeological guidebook, ' Monumental Bali ' , may be borrowed from the Reception. |
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9. TANJUNG BENOA - NUSA DUA - ULUWATU |
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If you are interested in ceramics, first stop can be 'Jenggala', Bali's most spectacular showroom and factory for handmade pottery. At the end of its peninsula is the picturesque old trading port of Benoa, now replaced by the modern one across the bay. Giant Turtles are penned here for use at Balinese ceremonies, and there is an old Chinese temple well worth a visit. On the way to Uluwatu, pass through Nusa Dua, the newly developed luxury hotel area, and stop and see an unfinished extravaganza of the Soeharto era in the form of the massive Garuda Vishnu project. On the southern tip of Bali lies the rocky promontory on which is perched the famous little temple of Uluwatu. Look out for the turtles in the sea far below, and the monkeys on the cliff face. An ideal spot to see the sunset. |
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10. DENPASAR |
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The museum is open daily, except on Mondays and Public Holidays, and the Badung Market may be of interest. The Government Handicraft Centre at Tohpati is a good place to see examples of Balinese creativity under one roof. |
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11. SANUR |
| An afternoon in Sanur is pleasant. Walk along the beach promenade from the Bali Beach Hotel southwards to the Bali Hyatt. An evening out in Sanur is also rewarding; recommended places to eat are the Telaga Naga Restaurant ( excellent Chinese cuisine, and attractive setting ), the Tanjung Sari Hotel where the Indonesian Rystaffel is available certain nights and the bar is right on the beach, and the Bali Hyatt Pizzeria on the beach. Meter taxis can be hired in both Kuta and Sanur and may be preferable for an evening trip. |
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Bali now offers many specific outdoor activities for your enjoyment. Most companies that offer them provide door-to-door transport, and Poppies will be happy to arrange this for our guests. Activities include |
Seeing a Balinese Ceremony
(such as a cremation) or Seeing a Balinese Dance |
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Mountain Biking
Poppies staff is happy to assist you |
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Windsurfing, Parasailing, Waterskiing, Surfing
Kuta Beach is a 10 minute walk |
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Scuba Diving and Snorkelling
from nearby reefs to a faraway shipwreck |
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Golf
or White Water Rafting , Water Theme Park, Kayaking, Mountain Climbing, Jungle Trekking, Bungy Jumping, Ocean Day Cruises, Elephant Safaris, Horse Riding... |
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Additional hours (or parts thereof) after 7 pm will be charged at Rp. 125,000 per hour.
We recommend that full day tours be commenced not later than 9 am to avoid having to return late at night.
The above rates include: Driver, Fuel and Parking Fees. Admission Charges, Refreshments etc. are not included.
(Rates are valid as of May 2008, and are subject to change)
Rp. 100,000 per hour (or part thereof), minimum 3 hours up to a maximum of Rp. 550,000, when returning to Poppies before 7 pm. |
