Bali holidays

No visit to Bali would be complete without seeing some of the Island's many colourful Traditional Dances. There are over 200 different dances - all a part of the fascinating Balinese culture. This tour takes you to the village of Batubulan to see three of the most famous dances: Sanghyang (Trance) Dance - is traditionally performed as an exorcism to promote peace and health within a village. Kecak (Monkey) Dance - performed by a group of at least 50 men who dance in a circle around a blazing torch, depicting a story from the Hindu epic Ramayana. Fire Dance - where the dancer becomes entranced and is able to dance on hot coals made from coconut fibre/husk without feeling pain. After the dance performance, your guide will be happy to drop you at one of the many local restaurants close to your hotel to provide the perfect end to a truly entertaining evening.

No visit to Bali would be complete without seeing some of the Island's many colourful Traditional Dances. There are over 200 different dances - all a part of the fascinating Balinese culture. This tour takes you to the village of Batubulan to see three of the most famous dances: Sanghyang (Trance) Dance - is traditionally performed as an exorcism to promote peace and health within a village. Kecak (Monkey) Dance - performed by a group of at least 50 men who dance in a circle around a blazing torch, depicting a story from the Hindu epic Ramayana. Fire Dance - where the dancer becomes entranced and is able to dance on hot coals made from coconut fibre/husk without feeling pain. After the dance performance, your guide will be happy to drop you at one of the many local restaurants close to your hotel to provide the perfect end to a truly entertaining evening.

No visit to Bali would be complete without seeing some of the Island's many colourful Traditional Dances. There are over 200 different dances - all a part of the fascinating Balinese culture. This tour takes you to the village of Batubulan to see three of the most famous dances: Sanghyang (Trance) Dance - is traditionally performed as an exorcism to promote peace and health within a village. Kecak (Monkey) Dance - performed by a group of at least 50 men who dance in a circle around a blazing torch, depicting a story from the Hindu epic Ramayana. Fire Dance - where the dancer becomes entranced and is able to dance on hot coals made from coconut fibre/husk without feeling pain. After the dance performance, your guide will be happy to drop you at one of the many local restaurants close to your hotel to provide the perfect end to a truly entertaining evening.

A perfect introduction to Bali's fascinating culture and handicrafts, offering picturesque rice fields and villages, and the spectacular lake and volcano as a highlight. First stop is the stone carving village of Batubulan to see the colourful and exciting Barong dance. After the performance, you will drive through the Balinese countryside to Mas, a village famous for its impressive woodcarvings. Next visit is to the mysterious Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave), which dates back to the 11th Century. Hewn out of the rocks, the cave entrance is fantastically carved and depicts entangled leaves, animals, ocean waves and demonic human shapes. On arrival at Kintamani, enjoy spectacular views of Mount Batur, with ribbons of black lava running down from its peak into the deep valley below. A stop is made for lunch (not included) at Kintamani. The route back to your hotel takes you to one of Bali's Holy Springs. The Waters are believed to have magic curative powers. On the way to the hotel visit Ubud, the artistic heart of Bali, visit one of the many art galleries and catch the artists at work. Last stop is the village of Celuk, famous for its gold and silver works. You can watch skilled artisan creating exquisite pieces from gold and silver. A true opportunity to experience the culture of Bali.

On this tour you will journey into the countryside and then make a stop to take a short walk (approx. 300 metres) through scenic terraced rice fields. Cultivated in unique Balinese style, they are surrounded by coconut trees and tropical horticultural plants including sweet potatoes and tapioca. A truly breathtaking sight. At the end of your stroll, relax in a traditional Balinese pavilion and sample some customary Indonesian fried tapioca and sweet potato together with mineral water, tea or coffee. After leaving the village of Gulingan, you will drive along to the Royal Temple of Mengwi - Pura Taman Ayun. Dating from 1634, this picturesque complex is surrounded by a moat with multi-roofed meru shrines and intricately carved wooden gates. You then proceed to the sacred Kedaton Monkey Forest, a cluster of towering trees which is home to hundreds of monkeys. Make sure you hang onto your hats and sunglasses. Our last Stop is the picturesque site of Tanah Lot - famous in Bali as the Sunset Temple. Experience the sunset beyond the black lava towers which silhouettes the sacred 16th century temple. This tour brings together many aspects of Balinese culture, a truly unmissable experience.