All inclusive Ubud private tour

Monkey encounters and temples, all in one day. This Ubud private tour strings together cultural stops and classic Bali sights, with round-trip transfers from your place and a schedule you can tweak with your driver. It’s built for people who want one solid day instead of lots of hopping around.

I like that the day mixes temple scenery, craft villages, and nature, so you’re never stuck in the same type of place for hours. I also like the practical touches: English-speaking driver/guide, coffee or tea, mineral water, and a sarong for temple visits. One thing to consider is that it’s a full 8 to 12 hour day and some parts involve crowds and close monkey encounters, so you’ll want the right mindset and clothing for temple stops.

If your idea of a perfect Bali day includes sacred sites, coffee, rice terraces, monkeys, and a real waterfall, this tour fits nicely. Just remember: meals aren’t included, so plan what you’ll eat before or after.

Key highlights at a glance

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Key highlights at a glance

  • A true private day: just your group, with itinerary flexibility
  • Temple-ready comfort: sarong included for worship sites
  • Coffee tasting + processing stop: Teba Sari Bali Agrotourism includes drinks
  • Classics that photograph well: Tegalalang rice terraces and Tegenungan (Blangsinga) waterfall
  • Monkey Forest time built in: a full hour at Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
  • Inclusions that add up: admissions are included at several main stops

What all-inclusive means here (and what it doesn’t)

All inclusive Ubud private tour - What all-inclusive means here (and what it doesn’t)
This is priced at $47 per person and marketed as an all-inclusive style of private tour, but it’s smart to translate that into plain language. You get round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Ubud and south Bali, plus an experienced English-speaking driver/guide who’s there for the full ride and guiding.

The “all-inclusive” part that matters most:

  • Coffee or tea at the coffee farm
  • Mineral water during the tour
  • Sarong included for temple entry
  • Admission included at key paid stops like Puseh Batuan Temple, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, and Blangsinga Waterfall

What’s not included:

  • Meals (so you’ll want to budget for lunch or snacks on your own)
  • Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses
  • Entrance fees for any optional stops you might add

In other words, this isn’t a “everything including lunch” package. But it does cover the most expensive headache items—driver time, transport, and admissions for several headline attractions—so your day doesn’t turn into surprise add-ons.

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Pickup at 8:00 and how to plan your day without stress

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Pickup at 8:00 and how to plan your day without stress
The tour start time is 8:00 AM, and the total duration is listed as 8 to 12 hours. That wide window is common for Bali, because time can stretch based on road conditions and how long you spend at photo stops or viewpoints. Your best move: keep your expectations flexible and treat the day like a full outing, not a quick checklist.

You’ll get a mobile ticket, and you’ll receive confirmation at booking. The tour also notes it requires good weather, so if rain changes plans, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. That’s important in the rainy season, especially for waterfall time.

Clothing tip (this isn’t just for rules): bring casual clothes and plan on semi- or fully-covered outfits for temples. You’ll have a sarong provided, but it’s easier if your base outfit already respects the dress code.

Stop 1: Puseh Batuan Temple and the Balinese compound vibe

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Stop 1: Puseh Batuan Temple and the Balinese compound vibe
Your first major cultural stop is Puseh Batuan Temple in Batuan village. You’ll depart your pickup around 8:00 AM and arrive for about one hour. This isn’t just a quick “look and leave” temple moment—your guide/driver will help you understand what you’re seeing, including how the temple relates to a Balinese house compound setting in the village.

The tour description emphasizes the architecture and the idea of a single building within that compound context. Translation: you’ll get a calmer, more village-and-temple-focused start than some tours that only hit temples as roadside stops.

Practical value here:

  • It sets the tone early with genuine cultural context
  • Temple visits run better in the morning light
  • You’ll use the included sarong, so you don’t scramble for one

One consideration: temples mean visitors and respect. Keep it quiet, dress appropriately, and treat the space like what it is—a working religious site, not a photo set.

Tohpati craft villages: silver, batik, wood carving, and painting

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Tohpati craft villages: silver, batik, wood carving, and painting
Next up is Tohpati Village, where the focus is on craft traditions: silver smithing, batik weaving, wood carving, and painting. The stop is about one hour, and importantly, it lists admission free for this stop.

This part is great if you want to understand what you’ll later see in shops. Bali’s craft scene isn’t random; it’s skilled work with strong local identity. Even if you don’t buy anything, you’ll likely appreciate the technique and effort more by seeing it up close.

What to watch for:

  • Shops are nearby, so decide in advance whether you want to browse or keep it strictly observational
  • If you like taking photos, ask first where needed and respect the workspace

Teba Sari Bali Agrotourism: the coffee stop with tasting included

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Teba Sari Bali Agrotourism: the coffee stop with tasting included
Your third stop is Teba Sari Bali Agrotourism, a coffee plantation experience focused on processing education and tasting. You’ll spend about 30 minutes here, and admission is listed as free.

The key win: you get coffee or tea and you learn the basic story of how coffee gets from plant to cup. The tour description calls out “coffee processing education” and tasting one of the finer coffees in the world—so this isn’t only about sipping. It’s meant to be a short, easy introduction to how coffee works here.

Is it a hardcore coffee lesson? Probably not—it’s short by design. But it’s a good pairing with the rest of the day because it gives you a break from temples and outdoor walking.

Practical tip: if you’re sensitive to caffeine, take the tea option or go light with tasting.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace: classic views and farmers working the slopes

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Tegalalang Rice Terrace: classic views and farmers working the slopes
Now you’re into one of Bali’s best-known scenes: Tegalalang Rice Terrace. You’ll spend about one hour here, with admission included.

The tour description highlights the terraces’ design, including their hollowing and their placement on a hill bank. It also notes you’ll see Balinese farmers working in the fields. That matters because the value isn’t just in the photo angles—it’s in seeing rice agriculture as something living and ongoing.

What you’ll likely enjoy:

  • A gentle walk with lots of viewpoints
  • Photo opportunities without needing special gear
  • A chance to see Bali’s “everyday” beauty, not only monuments

A consideration: rice terrace areas can attract crowds. If you’re the type who likes wide-open quiet, plan to move slowly and don’t fixate on one perfect spot. Spread your time out and you’ll have more variety.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: how to enjoy it (and stay respectful)

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: how to enjoy it (and stay respectful)
Next is Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, about one hour, with admission included.

This is the stop where a lot of people either light up or worry a bit—because the monkeys aren’t staged. The tour description points out that monkeys are playful, moving through canopies, lazing along pathways, and even getting fed bananas. Translation: you’re walking among them in a real setting.

To enjoy this part:

  • Keep a calm voice and slow movements
  • Avoid sudden reaching toward monkeys
  • Follow the sarong/respect mindset you used at temples, just in a different way

Also, wear secure shoes. Even if the paths are manageable, you’ll be stepping around rooty and uneven surfaces. If you don’t like the idea of close animal encounters, you might still enjoy watching from a distance, but don’t expect a “controlled zoo” feel.

Blangsinga Waterfall (Tegenungan): a 25-meter drop for photos

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Blangsinga Waterfall (Tegenungan): a 25-meter drop for photos
Your final big nature stop is Blangsinga Waterfall, also known as Tegenungan. It’s listed as near Ubud, with a 25 meter drop into the Petanu river, and you’ll have about one hour here.

The description calls it a stunning waterfall and notes it’s also a very pretty picture spot. That’s accurate: this is one of those Bali waterfall scenes where the contrast between green surroundings and fast-moving water makes photos look good quickly.

What you’ll want to consider:

  • Waterfalls can mean slippery ground and misty conditions
  • Bring a plan for your camera or phone if it’s spraying

Because meals aren’t included, this stop is usually better for late-day snack timing rather than expecting a meal-style break. Treat it as the last sensory “wow” before heading back.

Guide + flexibility: where private actually helps

A private tour only matters if your day can flex. This one gives you that option: you’re in charge of the itinerary to suit your schedule, and the tour is explicitly described as customizable.

In practice, this is how you get a better day:

  • You can spend a bit longer at the place you care about most
  • You can shorten stops that don’t grab you
  • You can fit in extra wandering around Ubud areas if your driver agrees it’s realistic for the time you have

The guide quality is repeatedly a selling point. One name that stands out is Suda, described as knowledgeable and helpful, sharing language and traditional practices and taking time to help the day feel safe and unhurried. That’s the difference between a driver who transports you and a guide who makes the stops make sense.

If you get a guide like that, you’ll likely remember the why behind the places, not just the what.

Price and value check for $47 per person

Let’s do the sanity math. A day like this usually means paying for:

  • A private car/driver for most of a day
  • Admission fees at multiple top sites
  • Guide time
  • At least one included drink or refreshment

Here, several of the headline admissions are listed as included: the temple, the rice terrace, the monkey forest sanctuary, and the waterfall. Coffee or tea is included too, along with mineral water and temple access support via a sarong.

Meals are the one noticeable gap, but that can also be a value lever. You can eat where you actually like—often that’s better than forcing one included meal style that doesn’t match your tastes.

For $47 per person, this works best when:

  • You want a private experience without stacking tons of extra tickets
  • You care about seeing several major sights in one day
  • Your group size is small enough that a private vehicle still feels reasonable

One more note: it’s described as something booked about 30 days in advance on average, which usually means it stays popular in the peak season. If you’re traveling high-demand weeks, book earlier so you’re not stuck with weaker timing.

Who should book this private Ubud day

This tour is a solid fit for:

  • Couples and small groups who want private attention rather than joining a crowd bus
  • People who want a mix of culture + nature without planning every step themselves
  • Families who want a full program, with monkeys and waterfalls built in
  • Visitors who care about rice terraces and temples but also want a craft and coffee stop for variety

It may not be your best match if:

  • You want a slow, minimalist day with long breaks and low walking
  • You dislike animals close up (monkey forest can be intense for some people)
  • You’re only interested in one or two specific sights and hate the idea of “doing a lot”

Should you book this tour?

If you’re aiming for one strong, well-rounded day around Ubud—temples, rice terraces, monkeys, a waterfall, plus craft and coffee—this is an easy yes. The day is packed, but the structure makes sense: cultural start, artisan stop, coffee break, iconic views, a monkey encounter, then the waterfall finish.

Book it if you:

  • Want private convenience with round-trip transfers
  • Appreciate English-speaking guidance and context at stops
  • Are okay with a long day and planning your own meal time

Skip it if you want a relaxed half-day, or if you’d rather avoid the monkey forest experience entirely. Otherwise, for the price and the included admissions, this is the kind of Bali day that saves you effort and still feels authentic.

FAQ

What time does the tour start?

The tour start time is 8:00 AM.

How long is the tour?

It runs 8 to 12 hours (approx.).

Where does pickup happen?

Pickup is offered from hotels and rentals in Ubud and south Bali.

Is the tour truly private?

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

What’s included during the tour?

Included items are an experienced English-speaking driver/guide, coffee or tea at the coffee farm, mineral water, and free use of a sarong for temple entry.

Are meals included?

No. Meals are not included.

Do I need to pay admission fees at the stops?

Some admissions are included in the itinerary (like the temple, rice terrace, monkey forest sanctuary, and waterfall). Entrance fees for any optional stops are not included.

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