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  • From $4,398
    To $4,898 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+From $920 To $940
    for sgl. occ.)

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TRIP NOTES

All meals included except 1 lunch and 1 dinner.

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Meet / Depart

Ubud, Bali/Denpasar, Bali

Special Interest

Boat, Cooking, Cruise, Culture & History, Exotic Adventure, Geological Wonders, Natural Beauty &/or Wildlife, Raft, Rainforest Exploration, Sail, Snorkel, Spa, Swim, Tropical/Winter Sunshine, Water Activities

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Bike, Walk, Raft & Snorkel in a Land of Tranquil Temples & Tropical Fun

Nothing less than a stepping stone for Hindu gods and goddesses, Bali is, simply put, an exotic and cultural paradise. Steeped in spirituality and colorful mythology, Bali offers a world of sensory delights for travelers young and old. Nowhere are kids more welcome than on this magical island, where family bonds form the foundation of village life and children are celebrated. Pedal through emerald-green rice terraces, past peaceful villages and around sacred pools fed by high mountain streams. Walk trails to artists' communities, stroll along palm-studded beaches, snorkel with technicolor fish and raft past hidden waterfalls. And not to be missed: the art of relaxation and playtime at our tropical retreats, renowned for their health spas, gourmet cuisine and awesome swimming pools.

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Days 1-3 Ubud

Meet in Ubud, Bali's cultural heart Balinese friend and guide Wayan Narta joins us on our adventures Explore art galleries, temples and craft shops Enjoy an easygoing bike ride past rice terraces and small villages Visit a renowned mask carver in Mas Explore a secluded forest temple where gray monkeys make their home  Sample exotic Balinese fruits  Raft down the Ayung River through a dense rain forest, keeping an eye out for bright kingfishers and giant teak trees.

Days 4-5 Lovina Beach

Shuttle to Lake Bratan, set within the crater of the inactive Gunung Batur volcano Enjoy a long descent on bike from the volcanoes to the sea, cycling past coffee and clove plantations, rice terraces and fields of hydrangea  Board a private boat for a breakfast cruise along the north coast and hike past remote hill villages.

Day 6 Tembok

Pedal along Bali's arid northeast coast, passing lava flows from Mount Agung's 1963 eruption Visit Air Sanih for a refreshing dip in a freshwater spring.

Days 7-9 Manggis

Don masks and fins to snorkel at the sunken USS Liberty, a haven for a variety of tropical fish Visit Tenganan, known for its beautiful double-ikat textiles Prepare classic Balinese dishes in an optional cooking class Balinese culture comes alive in a tecak dance performance Snorkel in the Blue Lagoon, a placid red-coral bay reached by fishing outrigger.

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For 30 years, Backroads has been perfecting the art of active travel. We are the Bali tour experts. For multisport tours in Asia & the Pacific, trust our in-depth connections. To see all our Asia & the Pacific multisport tours click here. For our selection of award-winning Asia & the Pacific biking tours click here. For our selection of award-winning Asia & the Pacific walking and hiking tours click here.

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TROPICAL HAVENS: Premiere Inns*

Alila Ubud

Ubud (3 nights): With its gorgeous swimming pool, world-class health spa and stylish interiors, this luxurious retreat is the perfect place to start your vacation. 

Puri Bagus Lovina

Lovina Beach (2 nights): Overlooking the Bali Sea, this simple resort features villas with traditional architecture, private gardens and outdoor showers.

* With 2 Casual Inn nights

SPA Village Tembok Bali

Tembok (1 night): Shaded by lush tropical gardens, this secluded retreat offers rooms overlooking the Bali Sea, as well as a pool and spa with a wide variety of massages and body treatments.

* With 1 Casual Inn night

Alila Manggis

Manggis (2 nights): Balinese-inspired décor and architecture - complemented by stellar cuisine, a tranquil pool and a heavenly spa - invite total relaxation.

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Route Rating

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Level 1  1 Route Option Available
  • Walking Tour 2 hours 
Day 2
  • Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 9, 21, 27 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
  • Rafting 4 hours
Day 4
  • Levels 1 to 2  3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 12, 18, 24 miles
  • 500 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 5
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • Hiking 3.5 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
  • Sunrise Boat Cruise 2 hours
Day 6
  • Levels 1 to 3  3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 6, 22, 31 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 7
  • Levels 1 to 2  3 Route Options Available
  • Snorkeling 1 hour
  • Biking 8, 18, 27 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 8
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • Optional Biking 14 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 9
  • Snorkeling 2 hours

On this Family Trip, our routes follow gentle terrain with no significant gain or loss in elevation. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.

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Trips For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Average Distance
    Biking Walking
& Hiking
1 2-3
hours
10-20
miles
2-5
miles
2 2-4
hours
21-30
miles
5-7
miles
3 3-5
hours
31-40
miles
7-9
miles
4 4-6
hours
41-55
miles
9-11
miles
5 5-7+
hours
56-75+
miles
11-13+
miles