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Bali Biking

Bali Biking

Nothing less than a stepping stone for gods and goddesses, Bali is - simply put - an exotic and cultural paradise. Steeped in Hindu spirituality and colorful mythology, Bali offers a world of sensory delights for active travelers. Explore with Backroads as we travel among emerald-green rice terraces, past peaceful villages and around sacred pools fed by mountain streams. Hike trails to artists communities, stroll along palm-studded beaches, snorkel with technicolor fish and raft past hidden waterfalls. And learn the art of relaxation at our tropical retreats, renowned for their health spas, divine swimming pools and gourmet cuisine.

Days 1-3 ubud

Meet in Ubud, Bali's cultural heart Balinese friend and guide Wayan Narta joins us on our adventures 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 Raft down the Ayung River amid 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 Catur volcano Pay homage to the water goddess Dewi Danu at the Ulun Danu temple Pedal down the volcano on an exhilarating descent to the beach Relax in one of our resort's bale bengong, open-air napping platforms overlooking the sea A sunrise boat cruise carries us along the remote north coast  Hike to secluded villages for a glimpse into Balinese rural life.

Day 6 Tembok

Pedal along Bali's arid northeast coast, passing lava flows from Mount Agung's 1963 eruption Enjoy a special traditional dance performance accompanied by a gamelan orchestra.

Days 7-9 Manggis

Don masks and fins to snorkel to the sunken USS Liberty, a haven for a variety of tropical fish Visit Tenganan, renowned for its beautiful double-ikat textiles Prepare classic mie goring in a private cooking class Snorkel in the Blue Lagoon, a placid red-coral bay reached by fishing outrigger.

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TROPICAL HAVENS : Premiere Inns

Alila Ubud (3 nights): This luxurious retreat, set above the Ayung River Valley, offers deluxe guest rooms with panoramic views, a restorative spa and a pool named one of the world's 50 best by Travel+Leisure.

Puri Bagus Lovina (2 nights): Spacious oceanside villas feature traditional Balinese architecture, verandas and private gardens with outdoor showers. An open-air restaurant and a free-form pool overlook the Bali Sea.

SPA Village Tembok Bali (1 night): A secluded coastal oasis at the foot of Gunung Agung with a spa, infinity pool, open-air dining room and one of Bali's finest settings for snorkeling and diving.

Alila Manggis (2 nights): This stylish resort features gourmet Balinese cuisine prepared by a renowned chef, a cooking school, a heavenly spa, a swimming pool and balconied guest rooms with comfortable day beds.

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

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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
Level 1 2-3 hours 10-20 mile 2-5 miles
Level 2 2-4 hours 21-30 miles 5-7 miles
Level 3 3-5 hours 31-40 miles 7-9 miles
Level 4 4-6 hours 41-55 miles 9-11 miles
Level 5 5-7+ hours 56-75+ miles 11-13+ miles
2008 DATES
CLASSIC TRIPS
SINGLES+SOLOS TRIPS
2009 DATES
CLASSIC TRIPS
SINGLES+SOLOS TRIPS

Reserve early for the best available price. Prices may change during the course of the year--if they do change, the best prices are available earlier. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.

Trip praise

The best trip I've ever had! The leaders were superb and I greatly appreciated the amount of flexibility built into the trip as well as the enormous variety of activities. The trip greatly surpassed my expectations.
Joanne W. - New York, NY
What a wonderful experience for my first Backroads trip! I think that the multisport trip provided more than ample opportunities to get out and experience the region - it seemed like we had three activities a day! I definitely feel like I was there for longer than I was. And the day-to-day itineraries were flexible enough to accommodate everyone.
Lyn Aborn - Charlotte, NC
Backroads got it just right! Since we had planned the trip almost a year ago, I was worried that it might not live up to my long developed expectations, but it was truly special.
Jane Weeks - Auburndale, MA
This was one of the best vacations I have ever taken. Bali is a beautiful island with so much to offer, from its beautiful geography to its culture and spirituality. The trip routes were well thought out and I was constantly amazed at the wonderful scenery we passed through. In addition, I learned so much about the country itself and its culture through our guides, I felt like I was participating in a Discovery Channel program! A very well-rounded experience, from the great activities (hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, snorkeling) to the great places we stayed, to the amazing sights we saw (volcanoes, waterfalls, forests, rice fields, coast...!), to the great food we ate, to the beautiful setting and weather, to the graciousness of the Balinese people, to the excellence of our guides and to the overall cultural experience. Writing about it makes me want to take the trip all over again!
Jennifer Wu - Bellbrook, OH
I had a fantastic time on this trip. I loved cycling through the different towns, observing different slices of Balinese life. I liked the diversity of activities. The trip left me wanting to buy a bicycle and go on more Backroads cycling trips.
Mimi Landau - Chicago, IL