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Tenganan Cultural Immersion – 3 Days 2 Nights

Tour Overview

These 3 days 2 nights program offers an in-depth cultural experience in Tenganan Village, one of Bali’s ancient Bali Aga villages that continues to preserve its traditional customs, village layout, and social structure. This is not just a visit, but a true cultural immersion into the daily life of the local community.

The journey begins with a visit to Pura Goa Lawah, a sacred temple famous for its cave inhabited by thousands of bats. You will then continue to Tenganan Village to explore its traditional house architecture, village structure, and unique cultural heritage including the ancient Selonding gamelan and the rare double ikat weaving known as Gringsing.

During the program, you will learn the traditional Pegringsingan weaving technique directly from local artisans, trek through the protected customary forest managed under traditional regulations, and enjoy the beauty of a hidden white-sand beach in the Candidasa area. The journey also includes visits to Taman Ujung and Tirta Gangga, historical water palaces built by the Karangasem Kingdom, blending Balinese and European architecture.

On the final day, you will explore Padang Bai, Kerta Gosa, and the traditional fish market in Kusamba before returning to Denpasar. This program is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic understanding of Bali as a living cultural heritage, beyond its natural beauty.

Itinerary

day 1

08:00 Hotel Pick-up

  • Participants are picked up at the hotel and the journey to East Bali.

09:30 Visit Goa Lawah Temple

  • Visit Pura Goa Lawah, a sacred temple featuring a natural cave inhabited by thousands of bats and considered spiritually significant for Balinese Hindus.

11:30 Tenganan Village

  • Visiting Tenganan Village, a Bali Aga village that still preserves traditions, village spatial layout, traditional architecture, and distinctive culture such as selonding gamelan and gringsing weaving.

13:00 Lunch (Set Menu)

15:00 Tenganan Customary Forest Trekking

  • Light trekking through the traditional forest area managed under strict customary regulations. Learn about the community’s unique environmental preservation system.

18:30 Dinner (Set Menu)

20:00 Check In at Homestay

  • Overnight stay at local homestay in Tenganan Village.

day 2

08:00 Breakfast at Homestay

09:00 Pegringsingan Weaving Experience

  • Learning the double ikat weaving technique typical of Tenganan, the making process of which can take 2–5 years.

11:30 Virgin Beach Candidasa

  • Free time at a hidden white sand beach. Relax, walk along the shore, or enjoy optional swimming and snorkeling.

13:00 Lunch (Set Menu)

15:00 Visit Taman Ujung Water Palace

  • Visit Taman Ujung, a water palace heritage of the King of Karangasem with a blend of Balinese and European architecture.

16:30 Visit Tirta Gangga Water Palace

  • Visit Tirta Gangga, a royal water garden complex featuring pools, fountains, steppingstones, and tropical gardens.

19:00 Dinner (Set Menu)

  • Return to homestay and overnight.

day 3

08:00 Breakfast & Check Out

09:30 Padang Bai Beach & Silayukti Temple

  • Visit Padang Bai area, known for its beautiful coastal scenery and harbor connecting Bali to Nusa Penida and Lombok. Continue to visit Silayukti Temple located in the same area.

11:30 Visit Kerta Gosa

  • Explore Kerta Gosa, the former royal court of the Klungkung Kingdom, famous for its classical ceiling paintings depicting scenes from the Mahabharata and Ramayana.

13:00 Kusamba Traditional Fish Market

  • Observe local fishermen activities and traditional fish processing (pindang) at the coastal village of Kusamba.

15:00 Transfer to Hotel

  • Return delivery to the hotel.

What's Included

Includes

  • 2 nights homestay accommodation (twin sharing)
  • 2x breakfast, 2x lunch, and 2x dinner as per itinerary
  • Private transportation, fuel & driver as a guide during the program
  • Entrance fees & parking fees at all listed attractions
  • 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day
  • Local guide during Tenganan forest trekking
  • Local weaver explaining the Pegringsingan weaving process

Not Includes

  • Flight tickets, airport tax & porter service
  • Optional tours & tipping for guide/driver
  • Additional food & beverages beyond the provided menu

Payment

Reservations will only be confirmed after we receive payment via bank transfer to the following account:

Bank Transfer

Bank Name : BCA KCP Sanur Raya
Account Number : 6700 66 56 99
Account Name : Baliedu Tours and Travel CV
Address : Rukan Golf Arcade, Jalan Bypass I Gusti Ngurah Rai 126, Sanur Kaja, South Denpasar, Denpasar City 80227, Bali - Indonesia

Payment Terms

  • All bookings can be made through our website or via Baliedu’s WhatsApp contact.
  • Full payment (100%) is required immediately after making a reservation.
  • Bank transfer fees are the responsibility of the client.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made within 15 days prior to arrival will be subject to a 50% charge of the total payment.
  • Cancellations made less than 15 days prior to arrival will be subject to a 100% charge of the total payment.

Other Important Terms

  • Our tours do not include travel insurance. If required, guests are advised to arrange their own insurance.
  • We act as an intermediary travel agent that packages tour programs by combining transportation, accommodation, restaurants, and other related components.

Starting from

Rp2.550.000

Per person

Duration

3 day

Group Size

2–6 guests


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