About this tour
This 10–11 hour circuit through Bali's highlands pairs cultural landmarks with volcanic landscape. You'll witness the Barong Dance's good-versus-evil narrative in Batubulan, explore artisan villages renowned for metalwork and wood carving, then climb to Kintamani for views of Mount Batur's smoking crater and the lake below. The return winds through Tegalalang's rice terraces and concludes at Sebatu's sacred spring temple. Private transport and English-speaking guide included throughout.
Highlights
- Barong Dance performance depicting eternal cosmic struggle
- Gold and silversmithing workshops in Mas village
- Traditional and contemporary wood carving galleries
- Mount Batur crater and lake panorama from Kintamani
- Tegalalang rice terrace vistas
- Sebatu's Holy Water Spring Temple
What to expect
You'll start mid-morning at Batubulan to catch the Barong Dance—a stylised performance with dramatic music and masked characters. From there, the route moves through Mas and its surrounding craft centres, where artisans work openly in studios; expect to browse and potentially buy. The drive to Kintamani takes you steadily uphill through changing vegetation. The crater view is genuinely striking, especially on clear days; plan 30–45 minutes here. On the descent, Tegalalang's tiered paddies photograph well from several vantage points. The final stop at Sebatu temple is quieter and spiritual rather than touristy.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes for temple steps and village exploration. Bring a light jacket for Kintamani's cooler altitude. Meals aren't included, though lunch options exist near the crater. The pace suits all fitness levels but involves frequent short walks between stops.
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