Three days, a lot of Bali. This private 3-day route from Ubud strings together culture, big-photo viewpoints, and some slower water-and-temple stops in East Bali. It’s built around getting you from place to place in an air-conditioned car, with an English-speaking driver, then wrapping up with ocean views at Virgin Beach.

I like that you get an efficient plan with pickup and return transfers, so you’re not figuring out logistics all day. I also like how the stops feel varied: dance and plantation coffee on Day 1, temple scenery and famous viewpoints on Day 2, then Lempuyang, Tirta Gangga, and the coastal finish on Day 3. One review also highlighted the driver Gusti for safe driving and helpful suggestions, which matches the “relaxed but full” vibe of this kind of tour.

One consideration: the schedule is packed, so you’ll spend plenty of hours in the car, and not every stop is “quiet.” If you prefer long stretches with just one or two places, this may feel like a whistle-stop tour.

Key highlights worth planning for

• A private, air-conditioned car means less stress than DIY hopping between far-flung sites
• Teba Sari Bali Agrotourism adds a hands-on coffee moment instead of only temples and viewpoints
• Monkey Forest plus Tegalalang gives you the classic Bali mix of culture and rice-terrace photos
• Handara Iconic Gate and Wanagiri Hidden Hills are built for camera time (go with patience for crowds)
• Lempuyang Temple and its famous sightline are timed as a signature Day 3 centerpiece
• A final coastal stop at Virgin Beach makes a nice change of pace after water palaces

A Three-Day Private Bali Plan Starting in Ubud

This is the sort of tour that works when you want structure but don’t want to plan. You start at 8:00 am, and the day-to-day flow is designed around Bali’s geography: Day 1 and Day 2 pull you through central and scenic regions, while Day 3 focuses on the East Bali side, including major temples and water palaces.

Because it’s a private tour for your group (not a shared bus with strangers), the experience feels more like a guided road trip than a strict cattle-line. Your English-speaking driver keeps things moving and helps you handle the day’s rhythm—when to linger, when to move on, and how to avoid wasting time.

And yes, it’s popular-style Bali: Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang rice terraces, Tanah Lot, Lempuyang Temple, Handara Gate, and more. If you’re in Bali for the first time, that’s a bonus. If you’ve already done the basics and want only off-the-beaten-track culture, you might want a more niche itinerary. For most people, the mix here is the point.

Day 1: Barong Dance, Luwak Coffee at Teba Sari, and Ubud Rice Views

Day 1 keeps you busy right away, starting with performance culture and ending with a temple stop close to local life.

Sahadewa Barong Dance & Fire Dance

This is a Barong-style cultural performance paired with a fire dance, with an hour set aside for the show. What I like about a first-day dance stop: it sets context. Even if you don’t speak Balinese, the energy, chanting, and staging make it feel less like sightseeing and more like understanding what’s going on around you.

Just know the admission for this stop isn’t included, so budget a little extra for entry tickets.

Teba Sari Bali Agrotourism (Luwak coffee)

Next is Teba Sari Bali Agrotourism, where you’re guided through the plantation and learn how Luwak coffee is traditionally made. It’s typically a short stop (about 30 minutes) but it’s a nice break from temples and photo points.

This is also where you’ll want to manage expectations. Coffee tastings at these sites can turn into a sales moment depending on how you engage, so go in curious, ask questions, and keep it light if you’re not planning to buy.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

Then come to Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary for about an hour. The focus here isn’t just the monkeys. You also get carved artwork, sculptures, and temple areas—plus the feeling of being in a sacred space where wildlife is part of the scene.

Practical note: keep your bag secure and keep an eye on anything small you carry. With monkeys nearby, the usual “secure your stuff” rules go from boring to necessary.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace

You’ll hit the famous Tegalalang rice terrace (also around 1 hour). This is touristy in the sense that everyone knows the view. But it’s still a good stop if you go with the right mindset: you’re there for the terraced pattern, the scale, and the way the fields sit in the valley.

If you’re trying to get photos without losing time, come ready for crowds and move along at a steady pace.

Tegenungan Waterfall

After rice terraces, the itinerary shifts to nature with Tegenungan Waterfall. You get about 1 hour here, with the waterfall dropping into a pool area. Waterfalls can be crowded, but they also offer a reset after temples and patterned farmland.

Puseh Batuan Temple

Day 1 ends with Puseh Batuan Temple for around 30 minutes. This is a smaller, more local-feeling stop compared with big-name landmarks. It’s a good “breather” finish before Day 2 ramps up again.

Day 2: Taman Ayun, Bedugul Lake, Handara Gate, Wanagiri Hills, and Tanah Lot

Day 2 is where the itinerary gets scenic and varied fast—temple gardens, lake-area views, iconic gates, hillside selfies, and then a Bali classic coastline shrine.

Taman Ayun Temple

Start at Taman Ayun Temple, described as set in a beautiful park with trees and ponds. You get about 1 hour. I like garden-temple stops because they slow you down. You can take in the layout instead of only rushing for a single viewpoint.

Lake Beratan (Bedugul)

Next is Lake Beratan in the Bedugul area for about 1 hour. It’s a major sightseeing theme in Bali: water, mountainside vibes, and a calmer pace than the photo hotspots. If the weather is good, it helps balance the day’s busier parts.

Handara Iconic Gate

Then you go to Handara Iconic Gate at the Handara Golf and Resort area, with about 1 hour. This is the stop that’s basically made for photos—camera time is the main purpose here.

The practical approach: give yourself time to take your pictures, then move on. Waiting too long can eat the rest of the day.

Wanagiri Hidden Hills

After that comes Wanagiri Hidden Hills, set up as a selfie-style attraction. You get about 1 hour. The upside is the variety of viewpoints. The downside is that it’s easy to spend too long here if you’re chasing the perfect angle.

Tanah Lot Temple

Day 2 ends at Tanah Lot Temple, a famous offshore shrine known for dramatic backdrops. You’ll have about 1 hour here. Even if you’ve seen photos, Tanah Lot has a built-in wow factor because of its setting—rock outcrop, sea, and constant motion.

If timing for sunset is your goal, keep expectations flexible. You’ll still enjoy the atmosphere, but the schedule is shared across multiple stops.

Day 3: Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga, Ujung Water Palace, and Virgin Beach

Day 3 is the East Bali highlight day: the iconic Lempuyang Temple, both water palace experiences, and a final coastal finish.

Lempuyang Temple (Pura Lempuyang Luhur Karangasem)

Start with Lempuyang Temple, also described as one of the Sad Kahyangan Temples, positioned in the eastern part of Bali. You get around 1 hour.

This is the stop people remember because of the symbolism and the famous viewing setup. I recommend treating it like a spiritual landmark, not only a photo target. Spend your hour looking around and learning the overall feel first, then take photos second.

Admission for Lempuyang is not included, so plan for that fee.

Tirta Gangga Water Palace

Next is Tirta Gangga Water Palace, with about 1 hour. This is one of those places where the beauty comes from the details: water features, surrounding scenery, and that sense of a planned, sacred leisure space.

If you’ve spent the previous day bouncing between gates and viewpoints, this water-palace stop is a welcome shift. It gives you room to slow down and actually watch what’s happening around the pools.

Ujung Water Palace (Taman Ujung Karangasem)

Then you go to Ujung Water Palace (Taman Ujung Karangasem) for about 1 hour. It’s a Dutch-era-built site, and the explanation you’ll hear ties to the role of water in daily life.

This stop tends to be especially satisfying if you like structure—temples and palaces where water isn’t just decorative, but part of how the place functions.

Virgin Beach (Perasi Beach)

Finally, you finish at Virgin Beach (also known as Perasi Beach) for about 30 minutes. It’s described as white sand with a view from uphill as you drive down.

This last stop is smart because it changes the mood. You’re leaving behind the temple-palace sequence and ending with open air and sea views.

Price and Logistics: What You’re Really Getting for $105

The price is $105 per person for the approx. 3-day private tour, starting around 8:00 am. What makes the value feel better than a grab-bag of separate tickets is that you get:

• Hotel pick up and return transfers
• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
• English-speaking driver
• Bottled water
• Admission ticket to attractions (listed as Price A only)

That “Price A only” line matters. In the exclusions, a few admissions are listed separately:

• Tegalalang Rice Terrace: $2 per person
• Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: $8 per person
• Lempuyang Temple: $8 per person
• There’s also an exclusion line for Tirta Empul Temple ($6), even though Tirta Empul isn’t one of the named Day 1-3 stops in the schedule you’re following. So I’d treat that as a checklist item: confirm exactly what admissions are covered for your exact version.

Even if you pay those main ones, you’re looking at additional entrance costs in the rough teens (based only on the listed amounts). So the big value is really the private car + driver + transfers + the overall route planning.

One more practical note: it’s listed as booked about 65 days in advance on average, so if you’re traveling during a busy season or want a specific date, book earlier to avoid unpleasant surprises.

What to Expect in the Real Day-to-Day Flow

Even with a private setup, this itinerary is not “slow travel.” You’ll move from performance to plantation to sanctuary to waterfall on Day 1, then temple to lake to gates to hills to coastline on Day 2, and then two water palaces plus a temple plus a beach on Day 3.

That’s not automatically bad. It’s good if you want a lot of variety in a short time. It can feel tiring if you like breathing room.

Your best strategy: wear comfort, plan for timing

This route mixes places where you’ll want to walk around (temples, terraces, palace areas) with places that are mainly for viewpoint photos (Handara Gate, certain hillside spots). Comfortable shoes matter more than style.

And because the tour is described as requiring good weather, don’t plan anything delicate for the middle of the day. If conditions are poor, they may change dates or offer a refund.

A note on monkeys and personal items

At Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, the monkeys are part of the experience. Keep small items secure and don’t carry anything loose you wouldn’t want in a monkey’s hands.

Should You Book This 3-Day Bali Private Tour?

I’d book this if:

• You’re short on time and want Ubud + East Bali highlights in one guided plan
• You like the classic Bali lineup: monkey forest, rice terraces, major temples, Tanah Lot, Lempuyang
• You prefer a private air-conditioned car and an English-speaking driver over DIY driving

I’d think twice if:

• You want fewer stops and more downtime
• You strongly dislike photo-centric sites, because you do have camera-heavy moments like Handara Gate and the hillside viewpoints
• You hate long car days; this route is built for coverage, not lingering.

If you go in with that mindset, you’ll likely appreciate the value: a structured, high-impact route that ends with white-sand sea air at Virgin Beach instead of another packed temple schedule.

FAQ

FAQ

How much does the Bali 3-day private tour cost?

The tour price is $105.00 per person.

Where does the tour start and what time does it begin?

The tour is based in Ubud, and the start time is 8:00 am.

Is pickup and hotel transfer included?

Yes. Hotel pick up and return transfers are included.

Is the tour private?

Yes. It’s a private tour, so only your group participates.

What’s included in the price?

Included items are hotel pick up and return transfers, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking driver, admission tickets to attractions (listed as Price A only), and bottled water.

What entrance fees are not included?

Entrance fees not included are listed for Tirta Empul Temple ($6.00 per person), Tegalalang Rice Terrace ($2.00 per person), Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary ($8.00 per person), and Lempuyang Temple ($8.00 per person).

What’s the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for free up to 24 hours before the experience’s start time for a full refund. If canceled less than 24 hours before, the amount paid is not refunded. The experience also requires good weather, and if it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.