Bali · EAST BALI DAY TRIPS FROM KUTA

The 12 Best East Bali Day Trips from Kuta

12 tours  ·  from $32

Lempuyang before the queue, Tirta Gangga after it and Besakih on the slope above. The 12 below differ on how early they leave, how many water palaces they fit in and whether the entrance donations are included.

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Best of East Bali Tour

1.Best of East Bali Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $65Our pick

Travel privately from Jimbaran, Kuta, or nearby towns to three East Bali highlights: Ujung Water Palace, Tirta Gangga, and Lempuyang Temple. English-speaking guides such as Darma, Toni, Putu, and Yudi provide local insight, photo help, hotel pickup, tickets, and temple shuttle service.

“The trip to the temples was very interesting as was the stop at Luwak coffee, where they offer a free coffee and tea tasting. Our driver, Rico was fantastic and very flexible.”

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Best of Instagram Tour: Gate of Heaven, Tirta Gangga, Bali Swing - Tegalalang Rice Terrace in a 15-minute stop
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Best of Instagram Tour: Gate of Heaven, Tirta Gangga, Bali Swing

2.Best of Instagram Tour: Gate of Heaven, Tirta Gangga, Bali Swing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $100

Start at 6 a.m. with a private English-speaking driver, then visit Lempuyang’s Gate of Heaven, Tirta Gangga, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and Aloha Ubud Swing. Entrance fees, lunch, water, and the Lempuyang shuttle are included. Photographer fees at the swing cost extra.

“Ayu was our tour guide and she was very patient and friendly! Super helpful and accommodated us on our requests. We had an amazing time and our experience is unforgettable! Thank you so much Ayu”

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Bali Lempuyang Gate of Heaven and Besakih Mother Temple Tour - Tirta Gangga’s ponds and royal setting
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Bali Lempuyang Gate of Heaven and Besakih Mother Temple Tour

3.Bali Lempuyang Gate of Heaven and Besakih Mother Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $97

Start early from Kuta for a private 9 to 10-hour trip to Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga Water Palace, and Besakih, Bali’s Mother Temple. Your English-speaking driver handles transport, parking, petrol, lunch, and the Lempuyang shuttle. Guides may include Darma, Oka, Kris, Wawan, or Dirga.

“I just wanted to say a big thank you, Oka, for being such a fantastic guide during our time in Bali. Your deep knowledge of the island’s culture, history, and hidden gems really brought the experience to life. From the temples and rice terraces Read more”

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Tour: Besakih Temple-Kintamani Volcano-Water temple&Rice Terrace - Tirta Empul and the meaning of holy water
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Tour: Besakih Temple-Kintamani Volcano-Water temple&Rice Terrace

4.Tour: Besakih Temple-Kintamani Volcano-Water temple&Rice Terrace

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $132

Spend a full day exploring Bali’s sacred Besakih Temple, Mount Batur views, Tirta Empul’s holy springs, and Tegalalang rice terraces. Your private air-conditioned car, English-speaking driver, hotel transfers, and entrance fees are included. Confirm the exact stops before booking, as the advertised route varies.

“The operator claimed we couldn't get to the Besakih temple due to severe rain the night previous but that we would go to a different temple - this turned out to be a very small village "temple" that was set up like a small museum, extremely disappointing! The driver didnRead more”

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East Bali's Icons Tour Lahangan sweet Sunrise And Gate of Heaven - Tirta Gangga’s royal pools and gardens
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East Bali’s Icons Tour Lahangan sweet Sunrise And Gate of Heaven

5.East Bali’s Icons Tour Lahangan sweet Sunrise And Gate of Heaven

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $39

Start before dawn for Mount Agung views from Lahangan Sweet, visit Lempuyang Temple’s famous Gate of Heaven, and stroll Tirta Gangga. Your private car, English-speaking driver-guide, bottled water, parking, sarong, and selected entrance fees are included. Guides such as Putu, Adi, Komang, and Bob are named in the experience details.

“Had a great trip experience with Komang! He was very friendly and knowledgeable and made sure our trip was great. Lahangan sweet was our favorite part but everything was very nice.”

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Besakih Mother Temple, Penglipuran Village and More - Full Day - Bukit Jambul gives you a scenic lunch break
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Besakih Mother Temple, Penglipuran Village and More – Full Day

6.Besakih Mother Temple, Penglipuran Village and More – Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $31Best value

Spend about 10 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Putu, Gede Oka, or Gusti, visiting Kertha Gosa Court, Bukit Jambul, Besakih Temple, and Penglipuran Village. Hotel pickup, transport, and water are included, while meals and entrance fees are extra.

“The temple tour is very interesting and you get to see a lot more of the island as a result. Views from the Mother Temple are stunning. Big thank you to Putu our driver and guide for his support and help during a great day.”

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Private Chartered Car to Bali Temples With Besakih Temple - Batuan Temple offers a short first temple visit
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Private Chartered Car to Bali Temples With Besakih Temple

7.Private Chartered Car to Bali Temples With Besakih Temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews

You’ll travel by private air-conditioned car from Kuta with an English-speaking driver such as Gusti or Wayan, visiting Batuan, Tirta Empul, Besakih, and Mount Batur. The day also includes Barong and Keris dance, Wi-Fi, water, and possible coffee plantation time, but entrance fees and lunch are extra.

“Our driver Gutsi was nice and gave us interesting information about daily live! He was on time and contacted us the day before. He was flexible and we design our own tour. Thank you! suksma”

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Besakih Temple Tour,Kehen Temple,Tirta Empul,Goa Gajah Temple - Kehen Temple and the royal setting
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Besakih Temple Tour,Kehen Temple,Tirta Empul,Goa Gajah Temple

8.Besakih Temple Tour,Kehen Temple,Tirta Empul,Goa Gajah Temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $51

Spend about 10 hours visiting Kehen, Besakih, Tirta Empul, Gunung Kawi Sebatu, and Goa Gajah. You get a private air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, petrol, parking, and an English-speaking driver such as Agus. Entrance fees and lunch cost extra.

“Very nice day, but long. Driver was polite. Long day driving from one place to another so cut out last two temples”

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Bali Full Day Tour - East Bali Instagram Tour - Lempuyang Temple and the famous Gates of Heaven
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Bali Full Day Tour – East Bali Instagram Tour

9.Bali Full Day Tour – East Bali Instagram Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $100

Spend about nine hours exploring East Bali with private pickup from Kuta. Visit Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga Water Palace, a local buffet restaurant near Menanga, and Tukad Cepung Waterfall, with time for photos and a possible swim.

“Car was clean and in good repair. The driver was friendly but very poor English. There is a lot of time spent driving. Our hotel was near the airport and even leaving at 5 a.m it took 2 hours to get to the gates of heaven, Then at the gates of heRead more”

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Lempuyang Gate of Heaven, Tirta gangga & tukad cepung waterfall - Tirta Gangga’s pools, fountains, and koi
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Lempuyang Gate of Heaven, Tirta gangga & tukad cepung waterfall

10.Lempuyang Gate of Heaven, Tirta gangga & tukad cepung waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $65

Spend 9 to 11 hours with a private driver visiting Tukad Cepung Waterfall, Tirta Gangga, and Lempuyang Temple from Kuta. Admission, water, temple sarong, car, and driver are included. The route is built for scenic photos, swimming, and personal attention.

“We had a great 2 days with Gede our driver and visited many places around Ubud and also the Lempuyang gate of heaven , Tirta Gangga and Bali Safari.”

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Bali Instagram Tour : Heaven Gate Tour - Tirta Gangga - Tukad Cepung Waterfalls - Tirta Gangga’s pools, fountains, and koi
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Bali Instagram Tour : Heaven Gate Tour – Tirta Gangga – Tukad Cepung Waterfalls

11.Bali Instagram Tour : Heaven Gate Tour – Tirta Gangga – Tukad Cepung Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $60

This private 10-hour outing from Kuta, Ubud, and much of south Bali pairs Lempuyang’s volcano-framed gate with Tirta Gangga’s koi ponds and Tukad Cepung’s cliff waterfall. Your English-speaking driver, such as JHIO or Gede, handles the road, sarong, transfers, and photo help.

“We, my wife and I, had JHIO for two days while staying in Ubud. One day for a car hire to take us around and the next day for the Heavens Gate tour. We had a lot of fun with him - he's a great photographer too! He knew so much information abRead more”

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Private Sightseeing Northern East Bali All inclusive - Lempuyang Temple and the Gates of Heaven
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Private Sightseeing Northern East Bali All inclusive

12.Private Sightseeing Northern East Bali All inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $42

Spend about 10 hours exploring East Bali in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Visit Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga, and Virgin Beach with a local driver-guide such as Komang or Konang, plus lunch, bottled water, hotel pickup, and admission fees.

“I can’t say enough about the experience I had with Komang. He was punctual, friendly, knowledgeable and a caring guide. Not only was he familiar with the local areas, he is genuinely interested in making sure that you are maximizing your holiday. He goes above and beyond in taking pictures and ensures that you have a great time.”

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