Ubud Arts & Culture Tour, Private Half Day Experience

Immerse yourself in Bali's vibrant artistic heritage on this half-day private tour exploring Ubud, the island's cultural heart. Discover traditional crafts that have shaped Ubud's reputation as a sanctuary for authentic Balinese artistry. Begin in Tohpati Village, where artisans practice centuries-old batik fabric creation using wax-resist dyeing techniques. Watch craftspeople hand-draw elaborate motifs on cloth. Continue to Celuk Village, celebrated for exceptional silver craftsmanship, and observe master jewelers creating delicate ornamental pieces. Journey to Mas Village, renowned for wood carving traditions. In central Ubud, explore the Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA), housing traditional and contemporary works by Indonesian and international artists. Browse the bustling Ubud Art Market, where aisles overflow with colorful textiles, handcrafted souvenirs, and traditional paintings. Conclude at Ubud Palace, the elegant former royal residence, before returning to your accommodation.

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   Tohpati Village

   45 min

   The morning start begins with a visit to the local community of Tohpati, where the famous Batik fabrics of Bali are painstakingly created by hand. Various finalized products will be on display which all comes from this community. Decorating cloth items with batik, using wax-resistant dying to get intricate motives and decorations, have been practised for decades here which guarantee authenticity.

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   Celuk Village

   45 min

   Our next stop brings us to Celuk: from chunky, funky jewellery to finely detailed ornamental pieces, seeing how they are created will give you a new appreciation for what we often take for granted. Visitors have the chance to see these artisans in their workshops while creating fine pieces of exquisite silverwork. As for where Celuk is famous for its silverwork, the small community of Mas has gained a name for itself for its wood carving methods and creating from the smallest items to decorative pieces for at home.

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   Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA)

   1 hour

   Art galleries aplenty in Ubud, we have selected the one that compiles all influences and various techniques; the Agung Rai Museum of Art. This museum has an extensive collection of paintings by both Indonesian and foreign artists, ranging from traditional to contemporary.

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   Stop 4

   45 min

   One of the last stops on this busy half-day tour is the Ubud Market, where you can purchase all sorts of goods from clothing to jewellery to wonderful pieces of art and souvenirs. We recommend you go upstairs here, but remember that bargaining is a must here.

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   Ubud Palace

   45 min

   Before we head back to your booked resort, we stop and pay respect to the Puri Saren Agung where Ubud’s royal family ruled from the late 19th century until the beginning of the 20th century.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour is operated on a full private basis with an English-speaking guide; other languages on request and subject to availability
• Not stroller accessible , Not suitable for pets
• No public transportation nearby
• Infant seats unavailable

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.