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DAY 1. ARRIVE BALI - UBUD
         'Om Swastiastu' and welcome to beautiful Bali,
         the Island of the Gods. A place that evokes an
         image of paradise in name alone, Bali is every
         beach-loving, culture-seeking traveller’s idea
         of perfection. Touching down today, head
         to your hotel in the cultural hub of Ubud.
         Surrounded by lush green rice paddies and a
         haven for yoga enthusiasts, artists and foodies
         alike, Ubud is something special. Settle into
         your hotel this afternoon, then meet up with
         your Travel Director and fellow travellers this
         evening to get a glimpse of what's to come,
         and get to know each other better over dinner.
         (D) Hotel: Radha Phala Ubud        Mengwi and the temple of Taman Ayun.   into Bali’s beautiful culture. This afternoon,
                                            Built in 1634, the temple is surrounded by   take advantage of Sanur’s gorgeous seaside
         DAY 2. BALI SIGHTSEEING            a wide moat and has a series of courtyards   location and relax on the beach. This evening,
         Today will be packed with adventure, so be   which feature a number of Meru (multi-tiered   why not see out your trip in style with a final
         sure to fuel up at breakfast. We’ll kick things   shrines). Still not templed out, your final visit   optional dinner. (B)
         off with a visit to Mas Village and a traditional   of the day will be to Bali’s most photographed
         wood carving workshop, before continuing   temple, Tanah Lot. Perched precariously on a   Journey to the island of Nusa Lembongan
         on to explore the lush green terraces of   wave whipped rock, this 16 -century icon is   where you can snorkel, enjoy a delicious
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         Tegallalang, one of the most defining views of   still a major crowd pleaser. Feeling culturally   BBQ lunch and tour a local village.
         Bali. Up next, we move on for a lunch with a   satisfied, you’ll then end the day to the gentle   OR
         difference. What’s the difference? Well, when   sound of the waves, in laid-back Sanur. (B, L)
         was the last time you tucked into a traditional   Hotel: Prime Plaza     Learn about local life in Bali by visiting
         Balinese meal with a view of a sacred volcano                            a bustling market, rice fields, an ancient
         mountain in the background? Still              DAY 5. SANUR              temple and enjoying ‘Bali Coffee’.
         not done with the day, we’ll make              Is there any better feeling than       &
         our way back to Ubud for a visit to            waking up knowing that the
         ‘Puri Saren Agung’, or Ubud Palace,           ocean is just a stone’s throw   Dine at Tandjung Sari, a beachfront
         the former official residence of the          away? And even better – this   retreat and resort, once the private home
         royal family of Ubud. Finally, we’ll          morning is entirely free for you   of its founder, Wija Wawo-Runtu.
         finish the epic first day of your Bali        to do as much, or as little, as you
         value tour with a trip to Ubud Market,       like. Take a dip in the sea, top   DAY 7. DEPART BALI
         where there’s time to shop for locally       up your tan, or maybe consider   And just like that, your magical week in Bali   ASIA - MAGICAL BAL
         made art and handicrafts. (B, L)            joining a Choice Experience   has come to an end. You’ve explored stunning
                                                    touring Bali’s capital city, Denpasar,
         DAY 3. UBUD FREE DAY                    travelling in style in a vintage VW Kombi.   temples, devoured Nasi Goreng, been the
                                                                               recipient of a thousand warm smiles and
         Yesterday was a busy one, so today you have   This afternoon we’ll be heading to Uluwatu, a   made wonderful new friends, and you’ll be
         the chance to slow down and explore Ubud   gorgeous stretch of headland that’s also home   leaving today feeling satisfied and nostalgic.
         your way today. With your free time, you could   to the Pura Luhur Uluwatu temple, perched   We’ll look forward to seeing you again
         choose to visit the famous Monkey Forest,   high above the sea. This evening, you’ll be   someday soon. (B)
         where over 700 long-tailed grey macaques   treated to a traditional Balinese Kecak dance
         roam free amongst the temple ruins.   performance, before a dinner of fresh seafood
         Alternatively, you could take part in one of   is served right on Jimbaran beach. (B, D)
         our Choice Experiences to embrace the true
         spirit of Ubud. In the morning, perhaps join our   MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® EXPERIENCE
         cooking class to learn the secrets of traditional   Visit the CTC for Marine Conservation to
         Balinese food, or in the afternoon get to   learn about the Coral Triangle’s biodiversity
         know your inner yogi with a spiritual yoga   and marine protection efforts.
         experience, where all levels are welcome. (B)       &
           Go on a culinary adventure to discover   All aboard your vintage VW Open Rooftop
           the secrets of authentic Balinese cooking   vehicle on an adventure in Denpasar seeing
           using fresh herbs and spices.       the market, museum, and more.
                         &                  DAY 6. SANUR FREE DAY
           Join a half-day yoga experience, tailored   Another incredible day in Sanur stretches
           for both yoga lovers and those who   before you this morning, with plenty of
           would like to learn where to start.  Choice Experiences to tailor it your way. Sea                        ®
                                            lovers won't be able to resist our optional   READY TO GO?
         DAY 4. UBUD - SANUR                full-day catamaran and snorkelling cruise to
         Beach bliss awaits you in Sanur later today,   the neighbouring island of Nusa Lembongan,   Trip departure months
         but not before an action-packed day of   whilst those who want to learn more about   Apr - Dec
         sightseeing. The serene 17 -century Ulun   local life could choose to join our Balinese   See costsavertour.com    WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER
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         Danu temple will be our first stop, where   daily life Choice Experience. A market visit,   for your full itinerary and
         a temple dedicated to the Goddess of the   a trek through the lush rice fields, and a   sightseeing highlights,
         Waters is built on the small islands of Lake   visit to an ancient fertility temple are all on   all Choice Experiences,
         Bratan. From here you’ll continue on to   the agenda here, offering a unique glimpse   dates and prices. Or,
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         Hotels: On occasion, hotels of a similar standard and location may be used.
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