We're Heading To Bali "The Island Of The Gods"
UBUD; NUSA DUA, BALI
Bali has been called “The Island of the Gods” due to the thousands of Hindu temples found everywhere. However, it is also a paradise for mere mortals and a Bali vacation is a heavenly experience in many ways. Unlike other Indonesian islands which are basically Muslim, Bali is strongly influenced by the Hindu religion and culture which is demonstrated in everyday life through the small offerings found in Balinese houses, businesses, restaurants, and many other places.
Nusa Dua is situated on the calm leeward eastern side of the island and is generally an uncrowded beach area offering pristine sand and blue waters. It is a little more upscale than most of the other beach areas in Bali. The offshore reefs are excellent for scuba diving and snorkelling. It is not lacking in restaurants and bars plus there is an excellent shopping mall and an 18-hole golf course.
Visit Tirta Empul
Visit the Tirta Empul Temple, built in 960 B.C. during the reign of Warmadewa Dynasty. A temple has been built around natural springs and special bathing pools. The unstoppable water flow is believed to be able to cure any kind of disease. Balinese believe that by bathing in the holy springs, their spirits will be cleansed and their physical illnesses will be cured. Visitors are allowed to bathe in the temple pools.
Return to hotel in Ubud for overnight.
Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Pura Penataran Agung Lempuyang (Gates of Heaven)
Lempuyang temple is the highest temple in Bali. Here you will see the famous Gate of Heaven overlook to Agung Volcano the biggest volcano in Bali. From this Gate you will see The Heaven of beautiful Bali like you are standing in the sky. Lempuyang Luhur represents the direction of east (purwa) and the color white. This direction is associated with the domain of Balinese the god Iswara. The whole complex that is made up of seven different sanctuaries, this temple offers visitors one of the most breathtaking views from any of the temples in Bali.
Visit Tegenungan Waterfall (Belangsinga Waterfall)
Tegenungan Waterfal is the beauty and hidden waterfall in Ubud village, exactly located in Tegenungan Kemenuh town, District Sukawati, Gianyar. The water is furthermore clean and clear. There are various steps go down to the stream if you may need to see the waterfall. From the stopping zone, you have to dive numerous strides and along the banks of the River Tukad Petanu. At the time down to the waterfall, in all probability not extremely exhausting.
Return to your hotel in Ubud.
Three Lakes of Bali
Spend a full day discovering the natural beauty of three lakes of Bali. Meet your guide and driver and then start the day with a visit to the famous UNESCO heritage listed rice terraces of Jatiluwih. Trek through this area of green stepped rice fields and hear about the Subak irrigation system that has been preserved by the Balinese farmers for centuries. Drive further north to the view point overlooks the both Tamblingan and Buyan Lake. An incredible vantage point overlooking two of Bali’s most beautiful lakes!
To the left you will see Buyan Lake, the smaller of the twin lakes and the most scenic to look at. And to the right, Tamblingan Lake, covered a little by the forest. These twin lakes separated by a rainforest-covered hill, almost 2km wide, Bali Twin Lakes used to be one whole lake until a landslide separated them in around the 1800’s. Now this awesome viewpoint is becoming an attraction for locals and tourists.
Continue to Ulun Danu Beratan, literally the source temple of Lake Beratan, is easily the islands most iconic sanctuary sharing the scenic qualities with the seaside temples of Uluwatu and Tanah Lot. The smooth reflective surface of the lake surrounding most of the temples base creates a unique floating impression, while the mountain range of the Bedugul region encircling the lake provides the temple with a scenic backdrop
Drive to Nusa Dua for check in and overnight.
DAY 5: NUSA DUA (BREAKFAST)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2025
Free at leisure
DAY 6: NUSA DUA - ULUWATU (BREAKFAST, DINNER)
THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2025
Breakfast at hotel. Afterward drive to Uluwatu.
Uluwatu Temple, Kecak Dance & Seafood Dinner
Experience an evening of Kecak dancing at a cliff top temple followed by a barbeque seafood dinner under the stars. In the late afternoon you will be taken to the location of the famous cliff hanging temple at Uluwatu. Perched on the edge of a steep cliff, the temple sits 70 metres above the crashing waves of the Indian Ocean. The temple is inhabited by a large number of monkeys, many of whom can be found roaming the pathways. As the sun sets over the glittering ocean, watch a dramatic Kecak Dance or Ramayana Monkey Chant performance at the temple. Wearing traditional checked cloth around their waists, the male dancers chant in unison while depicting a battle from the Ramayana. After the performance drive to one of the beautiful beaches in Jimbaran for a barbeque seafood dinner in a beach restaurant. Feast on a succulent seafood platter including prawns, grilled fish, squid and clams. Try some kangkung, also known as Indonesian water spinach, and add some heat in the form of sambal, the spicy Indonesian sauce.
Return to the hotel for overnight.
DAY 7: DEPART (BREAKFAST)
FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2025
Breakfast at the hotel. Free at your own leisure until your transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Effective from 14th Feb, a new retribution fee is applied for tourists entering Bali . And they can pay online via CC via below link Bali introduced a $10 levy to preserve its Nature and Culture in an effort to preserve Bali’s beauty for a vital tourism industry, it has announced an extra entry fee to the ‘Island of the Gods’.
Starting February 14th, 2024, travelers from abroad will be required to pay a modest fee of $10, or IDR 150 K, upon entry. This is to be paid by any international visitor entering Bali, whether it’s by air, sea or land. The fee is separate from existing Visa fees for the Visa on Arrival VOA.
Payment will be made possible in advance through the ‘Love Bali’ app from 14th February onwards. Downloadable via https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/ or the usual app stores. Payment through this website can be made through.
Should you not be able to make payment through this website or the app then payment upon arrival can also be done in cash, card or other electronic methods at Bali’s various entry points.
FAQs
1. WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS?
Travel documents will be sent 30 days before trip departure.
2. IS THERE A PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE?
There is a monthly payment schedule until final payment.
3. WHEN IS THE DEADLINE?
All packages must be paid in full by Jan 3, 2025 or pay an additional $200 late fee per person. This event is on a first come first serve basis and may sell out before the actual date. (if you’re on the auto-payment plan, you have nothing to worry about!)
4. CAN I CHANGE MY PACKAGE?
Yes, you can adjust your package if you want to add or subtract people or add additional days to your package. Any changes are subject to a $150 change fee.
All packages are non-refundable due to contractual obligations unless travel insurance is purchased. Travel Insurance is available for an additional cost per person. Refunds will not be provided due to a roommate’s cancellation. It is your responsibility to find a replacement for your package and provide replacement information via email. We offer flexible monthly payments as a courtesy. To purchase Travel Insurance, click here!
5. IS THE FLIGHT INCLUDED?
AIRFARE
Airfare is not included, but we will be looking at group airfare departing from Dulles (IAD). You will be solely responsible to obtain your flight to and from Ubud. If you miss your flight, it is your responsibility to reach out to JEK Travels to let us know that you are still arriving, or it will be assumed that you are forfeiting your room. JEK Travels is not responsible for any changes in flights or cancellations. All deposits and payments are non-refundable due to hotel and transportation contractual obligations unless travel insurance is bought.
6. WHAT IS THE NEAREST AIRPORT?
There is one main airport in Bali, Denpasar (DPS). Ngurah Rai is also the sole international airport here. It is the main transport center between the Indonesian islands and the third largest airport all over Indonesia.
7. CAN I BOOK SEPARATELY?
Unfortunately, not. Our events are private and will require wristbands which are included in the package automatically.
8. IS THE HOTEL ALL-INCLUSIVE?
Breakfast will be included as well as all of the events, however, the hotel will not be all-inclusive.
9. DO I NEED A PASSPORT?
Yes!
10. CAN I ADD ADDITIONAL PEOPLE TO MY ROOM LATER?
Yes, and we will adjust your rate. You have until the deadline to make room changes.
11. WHAT HAPPENS IF MY ROOMMATE CANCELS?
If the roommate you selected cancels, your rate will adjust to the revised (single person) rate or you can replace them. Any cancellations within 60 days of the event are your responsibility.
12. WHAT HAPPENS IF THERE IS INCLEMENT WEATHER?
It is recommended that you get event insurance that protects against travel and weather issues.
13. WHERE WILL WE BE STAYING!?
A 5-star hotel. We provide details on the resort/hotel 30 days before the trip in your trip documents.
14. ROOMMATES
Roommates must declare occupancy of single, double. If your roommate cancels and is not replaced, the rate will be revised to the proper occupancy or you find another roommate. Reminder: ALL PRICES ARE LISTED PER PERSON
CANCELLATION POLICY:
All payments are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE. Travel insurance is HIGHLY recommended.
REFUND POLICY:
ENTRY REQUIREMENT:
MAKING RESERVATION:
AUTOMATIC BILLING PLAN:
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
KOMANEKA AT RASA SAYANG / DELUXE ROOM ROOM
Spacious home-like rooms of 65 sqm furnished with modern Indonesian art and beautiful Indonesian textiles. The large private balcony or terrace looks out onto the garden or tropical mini-forest in the midst of the resort.
Amenities
The Apurva Kempinski Bali in a Grand Deluxe room
GRAND DELUXE ROOM
Spacious and elegantly furnished, the Grand Deluxe Room captures the indigenous spirit of Indonesia. Each room encompasses 65 sq m of living space, featuring a spacious open-air terrace and premier amenities.
Room Features & Amenities
Effective from 14th Feb, a new retribution fee is applied for tourists entering Bali . And they can pay online via CC via below link Bali introduced a $10 levy to preserve its Nature and Culture in an effort to preserve Bali’s beauty for a vital tourism industry, it has announced an extra entry fee to the ‘Island of the Gods’.
Starting February 14th, 2024, travelers from abroad will be required to pay a modest fee of $10, or IDR 150 K, upon entry. This is to be paid by any international visitor entering Bali, whether it’s by air, sea or land. The fee is separate from existing Visa fees for the Visa on Arrival VOA.
Payment will be made possible in advance through the ‘Love Bali’ app from 14th February onwards. Downloadable via https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/ or the usual app stores. Payment through this website can be made through.
Should you not be able to make payment through this website or the app then payment upon arrival can also be done in cash, card or other electronic methods at Bali’s various entry points.