INDONESIA-Eat, pray, love

DAY 1: UBUD

Departure on a scheduled flight from Italy in economy class. Overnight on board.

DAY 2: UBUD

Arrival in Denpasar and transfer to the hotel in Ubud. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.

DAY 3: UBUD

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for the village of Batubulan to attend the famous “Barong Dance.” This dance represents the eternal struggle between good and evil. Continue north to admire the terraced rice fields of Tegalalang, featured in the film Eat, Pray, Love, where Julia Roberts cycled; enjoy a pleasant walk through the rice fields while observing the traditional irrigation system called “Subak,” recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Continue to the village of Kintamani to admire Mount Batur and the lake below. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, visit a Balinese coffee plantation, named after the small rodent that skillfully selects the best coffee beans. In the afternoon, head south to visit the “Tirta Empul” temple in Tampaksiring, an unmissable experience where Balinese people bathe in the sacred springs as a purification ritual. On the way back to the hotel, stop in Mas, the artisan village of wood carvers. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 4: UBUD

Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion to the northwest of Bali. The first stop is Batukaru Temple, located at the foot of Mount Batukaru and surrounded by tropical forest. It is considered one of the most important temples in Bali and dates back to the 13th century; its key function is to protect Bali from evil spirits.

Continue northwest to see the beautiful terraced rice fields of Jatiluwih, recognized by UNESCO. A short walk is planned to enjoy the stunning scenery and take unforgettable photos. Then proceed to the mountainous area of Pacung for lunch at a local restaurant with a panoramic view.

After lunch, continue uphill to reach Bedugul at an altitude of 1,200 meters, where you will admire the “Ulun Danu” Temple located on Lake Beratan, dedicated to the water goddess. The image of the temple on the lake is one of the most photographed in Bali. On the way back, stop at the traditional Candikuning market, full of flowers, spices, and fruit. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 5: UBUD

Breakfast at the hotel. The first visit is to Lempuyang Temple, about two and a half hours from southern Bali. It is a historic temple and one of the most important on the island, offering a beautiful view of Mount Agung. Its name means “light” (Lampung) and “holy” (Hyang). The temple is built vertically across three different levels.

From the first level, you can admire Mount Agung, which appears as if “framed” between the two sides of the traditional Balinese temple gate, almost like a gateway to the sky. To reach the highest level, about 1,700 steps must be climbed, but don’t worry—the first level already offers extraordinary beauty and spectacular views of Mount Agung.

The next visit is Tirta Gangga Palace, commonly called the “Royal Water Gardens” for its beautiful gardens, dozens of fountains, ornamental statues, and large pools. Built in 1946, it was the residence of the royal family of Karangasem. Lunch at a local restaurant.

The final visit is to Klungkung to explore the old courthouse “Kerta Gosa,” whose painted ceiling depicts the punishments inflicted on the condemned. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 6: NUSA DUA

After breakfast, transfer to the hotel in Nusa Dua. Check-in and the rest of the day at leisure for relaxation or optional activities.

DAYS 7–10: NUSA DUA

Stay in Nusa Dua on a bed-and-breakfast basis. Possibility to book optional excursions (not included).

DAY 11: NUSA DUA

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport and departure for Italy. Overnight on board.