All inclusive Private 3 day tours package : Bali highlights

Big Bali sights, without the map headache. This private 3-day tour is built to string together Bali’s big spiritual sites, best-view nature stops, and beach time in air-conditioned comfort. I especially like the end-to-end private transportation (you’re not herded onto buses), and the included meals that help you avoid decision fatigue. The one trade-off: it’s a full-days-on-the-go plan, so if you want slow mornings and long hangs at one place, you may feel a bit rushed.

You’ll move across northern, central, and southern Bali with a driver cum guide who can explain what you’re seeing along the way. If you’re doing Bali for the first time, this is a smart way to get your bearings fast—and still keep enough flexibility for your own pace.

Key things that make this Bali package worth your time

• Private air-conditioned transport keeps travel between sites from eating your day.
• Meals are included (2 lunches plus a dinner, including a seafood beachfront dinner on the coast).
• Top sights in a logical route: temples + art culture in the center/north, then lake views, waterfalls, and the cliff-and-beach combo.
• Activity time is built in: Tegalalang swing and a 15-minute banana boat ride.
• Photo-friendly viewpoints are planned (Tegalalang, Wanagiri Heaven selfie spots, Uluwatu), so you get the classic Bali moments with less searching.

Entering a Bali highlights route that actually makes sense

Most Bali “highlights” tours fail in one place: the driving. They bunch too many far-flung stops into awkward order, and you spend your vacation in traffic. Here, the routing is set up to cover north-to-south in a way that feels efficient—Temples and nature in the middle, then lakes, then beaches and cliff temples.

Because it’s private, you’re not stuck waiting for other people’s late arrivals or slow photo lines to start moving again. Your day is planned, but you can usually adjust the pace at each stop—especially if your guide is like the ones people praise in this experience (names you may hear include Suda, Kadek, Antika, Jio, Arya, Dony, Putu, and Como).

Day 1: Puseh Batuan Temple, Ubud monkeys, and Batur’s volcano-lake views

Your day starts with a temple stop that’s less about crowds and more about local rhythm.

Puseh Batuan Temple (Pura Puseh Batuan)

You’ll be picked up around 8:00 AM and taken to Puseh Batuan Temple. The main value here is context: you’re seeing Bali’s Hindu temple life as a normal part of village culture, not just a scenic backdrop.

The stop is about 30 minutes, and the admission ticket is included, so you can keep it simple and focus on the atmosphere.

Tohpati Village: art villages (silver, batik, wood, painting)

Next is Tohpati Village, where you’ll get a look at craft traditions. Expect chances to see work related to silver smithing, batik weaving, wood carving, and painting. This is a good change of pace after temple time—less waiting for a viewpoint, more watching how things are made.

The stop runs about 1 hour and the admission ticket is free here.

Kintamani Highland: Batur Volcano + buffet lunch

Then you head to Kintamani for views of Mount Batur and the volcano-lake scenery. This is the big “wow” nature stop of the day, and lunch is part of it—a buffet lunch with the mountain and lake in the background.

Plan to savor the view before you move again. In Bali, weather can change fast, and those first calm minutes at the lookout can be the best photos of the whole trip.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace and the swing stop

After Kintamani, you’ll go to Tegalalang Rice Terrace, one of Bali’s most famous rice landscape areas. The highlight here is the Tegalalang swing, which is included.

Small practical note: children under 7 can’t join the swing, so families with younger kids should plan around that.

There’s also mention of a coffee plantation stop before your next destination. Even if you just walk through and smell the place, it helps break up the day.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

To close the day, you’ll visit Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud. This is a one-hour stop built around lush greenery, temple areas, and the classic long-tailed monkey scene.

Keep your expectations realistic: this isn’t a controlled zoo experience, so keep bags zipped and follow your guide’s advice. The goal is to enjoy the setting and temples, not to “win” a battle with monkeys.

Day 2: Tanah Lot, Lake Bratan temples, Wanagiri viewpoints, and twin waterfalls

Day two is a mashup of coastline icons, lake temples, and scenery you’d struggle to reach efficiently on your own.

Tanah Lot Temple

Start with Tanah Lot Temple, a major Hindu shrine sitting on an outcrop. It’s one of the places where the ocean is part of the whole composition, not a background detail.

The stop is about 45 minutes, with admission included.

Ulun Danu Bratan Temple: the temple-on-the-lake look

Next is Ulun Danu Bratan Temple. This is where Bali’s “temples meet water” style becomes very clear: the lake gives the temple its mirror-like backdrop and makes the whole area feel cooler and more dramatic.

You’ll have about 1 hour here.

Wanagiri Heaven selfie stop: swing, bird nest, floating bed

Then you’re heading to Wanagiri Heaven Selfie Pucak. Expect the kind of viewpoint set that most people come to photograph: swings and the staged features like a bird nest and floating bed.

It’s about 1 hour, admission included. I like it best as a photo-and-view break—short, fun, and not too heavy.

Banyumala Twin Waterfalls: swim if conditions allow

After that, you’ll go to Banyumala Twin Waterfalls. This is a calmer, more nature-focused stop with two flows and surrounding greenery. There’s also the chance to take a refreshing dip in the plunge pool, when it’s practical.

This stop is about 1 hour, admission included.

Handara Golf Course: optional Heaven Gate

Finally, there’s an optional stop at Handara Golf Course—often associated with the iconic Heaven Gate look. It’s about 30 minutes and admission is free in this package.

This is a good add-on if you enjoy photo scenes, but if you’d rather save energy, you can treat it like a “skip or quick peek” moment.

Day 3: Nusa Dua calm beaches, Uluwatu cliff temple, and Jimbaran seafood dinner

Day three is the classic “end on the ocean” chapter. You get beach time early, then temples, then a sunset-style dinner vibe.

Your pickup is later this day—around 9:00 AM—which is a nice breather after two early starts.

Nusa Dua Beach

First stop is Nusa Dua Beach, about 1 hour with admission included. You’ll have options for fun water activities like sea walking, fun dive, parasailing, and more.

The key is to read this part like: your base time and entry are included, but the actual water sports you choose are likely extra. Plan for that if you want multiple add-ons.

Mengiat Beach: calmer swimming water

Next is Mengiat Beach. It’s described as clean, set among 5-star resorts, and known for calm waves, which makes it a practical choice for swimming.

You’ll get about 1 hour here, admission included.

Uluwatu Temple: cliff views and ocean power

In the afternoon you head to Uluwatu Temple, perched on a steep cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean. Expect about 40 minutes plus the kind of dramatic coastline views that make this temple so famous.

Admission is included, so you’re not paying to just stand there and look.

Jimbaran Bay: the seafood beachfront dinner

Then it’s to Jimbaran Bay for dinner. This area is known for its long stretch of beach cafes—perfect for that relaxed, romantic-feeling finish to the trip.

You get about 1.5 hours and the dinner is included. The package also lists a seafood beachfront dinner, so this final meal is one of the easiest “yes” moments of the whole tour.

Included meals: why they matter more than you think

The package includes 2 lunches plus a dinner. That sounds basic until you’re actually in Bali and you start making the same decisions over and over: where to eat, what’s safe, how far is it, and how long until you’re hungry again.

Day one’s lunch at Kintamani comes with the volcano-lake overlooking buffet. That’s not just food—it’s a built-in pause where the scenery slows your brain down.

Day three’s dinner at Jimbaran is a strong capstone: beach atmosphere plus seafood is the kind of combo that makes your last day feel like a real “Bali ending,” not just a transport day.

Banana boat and the swing: the fun parts with real logistics

Two activities are explicitly included in the package:

Tegalalang swing

The swing at Tegalalang is included. It’s very popular, so wear something you can move in, and treat it like an activity stop, not a quick photo corner.

Also remember the age rule: kids under 7 can’t join the swing.

Banana boat (15 minutes)

A 15-minute banana boat ride is included. That typically means a quick, fun jolt of adrenaline while you’re already at the Nusa Dua water area.

If you’re booking with someone who gets seasick or dislikes motorized boats, bring that up early with your guide so the timing fits.

Price and value at $190 per person

At $190 per person, you’re paying for more than entrance tickets. You’re buying three big things:

• Private, air-conditioned transport across multiple regions of Bali.
• Included admission fees for many stops, plus parking and fuel.
• Two lunches, one dinner, plus the swing and banana boat.

If you tried to assemble this on your own—figure out driving, entrance fees, and guide time—you’d spend a lot of time coordinating. This package trims that friction. It’s especially good value if you want to cover a lot in a short window, or if you don’t want to handle route planning in heavy traffic.

One more value clue: it’s been booked many times (people often reserve around 52 days ahead on average). That usually means the schedule has enough appeal that it sells reliably.

Who this tour fits best (and who should tweak expectations)

This tour fits best if you want a “greatest hits” overview with real convenience.

It’s a strong match for:

• First-time visitors who want temples, nature, and beaches without figuring out logistics.
• Couples and small groups who like a private guide vibe and don’t want day-to-day planning.
• People who can handle moderate walking and a full day of getting in and out of the car.

It’s not ideal if you:

• Want long, slow stays at one place per day.
• Don’t like structured activity stops or staged viewpoints.
• Need constant downtime between sights.

Given the mix of temples, viewpoints, waterfalls, and beach time, it’s a good idea to keep your clothing flexible—comfortable shoes for walking, something light for heat, and weather-appropriate layers if the day turns.

Final advice: should you book this Bali highlights tour?

I’d book this if you’re looking for an efficient, private way to see Bali’s top variety: temples + rice terraces + volcanic views + waterfalls + two-coast beach time.

I’d be a little cautious if your ideal Bali trip is slow, quiet, and minimalist. This one is active, and you’ll be moving most of the day. For many people, that’s the point. For others, it can feel like you’re watching Bali through a window.

If you do book it, here’s the smartest way to make it yours: pick your must-dos early (like the swing and monkey forest or the waterfall swim), then let your guide help you manage the rest so you don’t waste time debating at each stop.

FAQ

What is included in the tour besides sightseeing?

The package includes dinner, two lunches, a 15-minute banana boat ride, the swing at Tegalalang, plus parking fee, fuel, and entrance fees.

Is hotel pickup provided?

Yes. Pickup is offered, and the tour starts with pickup from your hotel (Day 1 at around 8:00 AM, and Day 3 at around 9:00 AM).

How long is the Bali highlights tour?

It runs for 3 days (approx.). Each day includes multiple stops, typically filled with about an hour or so per main location.

Are entrance tickets included?

Yes. The tour states that entrance fees are included, and admission is marked as included for multiple stops.

Can children join the swing?

No. Children under 7 years cannot join the swing at Tegalalang.

What kind of transportation do you use?

You travel in end-to-end private transportation with private air-conditioned transportation.

What activities are included at the beach?

At the water areas, the tour includes a 15-minute banana boat. Other water sports at Nusa Dua are described as options you can choose during beach time.

What stops are optional?

At the end of Day 2, visiting Handara Golf Course / Heaven Gate is marked as optional, with admission listed as free.

Does the tour run in bad weather?

Yes, it operates in all weather conditions, and you should dress appropriately.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid is not refunded.