Itinerary

Day 1 Bali

Bali is an Indonesian island, the westernmost of the Lesser Sunda Islands, lying between Java to the west and Lombok to the east. It is one of the country's 33 provinces with the provincial capital at Denpasar towards the south of the island. With a population recorded as 3,151,000 in 2005, the island is home to the vast majority of Indonesia's small Hindu minority. 93.18% of Bali's population adheres to Balinese Hinduism, while most of the remainder follow Islam. It is also the largest tourist destination in the country and is renowned for its highly developed arts, including dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking and music.

Airport transfer with private vehicle and English-speaking driver.

The Pita Maha is etched into the hillside that overlooks the Tjampuhan valley in Ubud. The Resort and Spa encompasses 24 villas that are spacious and elegantly designed in an Balinese style to anticipate every conceivable need. Immersed into the hillside overlooking the Tjampuhan valley in Ubud, the 5-star hotel Pita Maha Resort & Spa offers a holiday of wellbeing, leisure activities and Balinese culture on the enchanting Island of the Gods, Bali. Named after the artistic association that nurtured creative talents during the 1930's, Pita Maha means 'great shining' and today this boutique resort is an icon that showcases local artistry and design elements.

Overnight at Ubud - Pita Maha Resort and Spa.

Day 2 Bali

Start your cultural trip with a visit to Tohpati, which is known for its batik and continue to Celuk, the center of exquisite silver works and Mas, for fine woodcarvings. Enter Ubud, the cultural heart of Bali with many fine art galleries, and a home to a score of local and foreign artists. One of them is Agung Rai Museum of Art which has an extensive collection of paintings by Balinese, Indonesian and foreign artists in classic Balinese and contemporary styles. Afterwards, you can test your bargaining skill at Ubud art market prior to a visit to Puri Saren Agung whose royal family ruled Ubud from the late 1800’s until 1917.

Witness this theatrical experience. The "Cak" or "Kecak" dance is the well-known “monkey dance” which is originally derived from a sacred sanghyang dance, it has subsequently been added to and adapted, incorporating scenes from the story of Ramayana. The Kecak dance is an amazing cacophony of interlocking sounds – 100 men, representing the Ramayana’s monkey army sit in concentric circles and chant. Their arms are thrown up to the skies, fingers outstretched, but the sounds and gestures have no meaning other than to drive out evil.

Overnight at Ubud - Pita Maha Resort and Spa.

Day 3 Bali

You will be picked up by private vehicle and guide and driven through local villages to Tabanan City. Continuing up the slope of Mount Batukaru, a stop will be made at a small, rarely-visited temple in the rainforest. You will be able to see how rice and local spices are cultivated as you walk through the plantation and fields. After lunch, you will drive you along the famous Jatiluwih Rice Field Terrace, which has been recently nominated as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is a man-made wonder of boundless rice terraces flanked by the mountains. On the way back to the hotel, you will stop at Balinese compound to get a feel of Balinese daily life and learn about the complicated architecture. Return to the hotel.

Overnight at Ubud - Pita Maha Resort and Spa.

Day 4 Bali

Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

Overnight at Ubud - Pita Maha Resort and Spa.
    
Day 5 Lombok

Lombok is an island in West Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia. It is part of the chain of the Lesser Sunda Islands, with the Lombok Strait separating it from Bali to the west. The island's topography is dominated by the stratovolcano Mount Rinjani. Lombok has much in common with nearby Bali, but is less well-known and less-visited by foreigners. It has been working to increase its visibility to tourists in recent years, promoting itself as an "unspoiled Bali".

You will be picked up by private vehicle and driven to the pier in Bali where you will board a speed boat ferry to Lombok. Your guide and driver will be waiting for you in Lombok when you arrive.

This evening spend time at leisure or relax at your hotel.

Qunci Villas Hotel is 'The Boutique Hotel of Lombok', comprised of 20 units on a beautifully landscaped beachfront property with many of the units boasting an ocean view under swaying palm trees. It's a tasteful mixture of modern architecture combined with the architectural style of Lombok and Bali. The complex itself is specifically designed to take full advantage of stunning views across exotic gardens out across the sparkling blue waters of the Lombok Straits.

Overnight at Qunci Villas Hotel.

Day 6 Lombok

The highlight of this full day tour is the deserted island of Gili Nanggu, with its beautiful beaches and clear turquoise water. On the way we will have the opportunity to sample the daily life of the local Sasak people. We visit the morning market at Kediri and stop off at the village of Banyumulek to see the Sasak women producing earthenware pottery, as they have done for generations. Continue on to sacred Mt. Pengsong, and the Hindu temple, which is inhabited by hundreds of holy monkeys. We sail from Lembar, by traditional motorized outriggers, for the 30 minutes trip to Gili Nanggu, where there will be time to relax and swim on this pristine island. Lunch will be provided midday.

Overnight at Qunci Villas Hotel.

Day 7 Lombok

Visit the village of Tetebatu and Loyok, popularly known as a peaceful and tranquil village. You will do some soft trekking to the local forest inhabited by the wild black monkeys (pitu), mahogony trees and clove plantations & enjoy the simple and natural way of life of the locals. You will also visit Lingsar temple, which symbolizes the harmony of Muslim and Hindu, Taman Narmada, a kingly garden which is also the replica of Lake Segara Anak in Mount Rinjani. Lunch will be provided along the way.

Overnight at Qunci Villas Hotel.

Day 8 Lombok

Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

Overnight at Qunci Villas Hotel.
    
Day 9 Lombok - Bali

Transfer between airport and hotel with private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide.

Fly from Lombok (Selaparang Airport) to Bali (Ngurah Rai International) today. The flight duration is approximately 25min.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport) (standard).

More information from Kensington Tours:

• View trip on provider's website
  www.kensingtontours.com/tours/asia/indonesia/bali-and-lombok-…
• Company profile, experience, and history
• View all of their trips