15 Guided Tours in Bali Worth the Drive

1.Ubud Hot Springs and Waterfall Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 719 reviews · from $18Our pick

Spend about 10 hours with a private guide such as Adi, Ketut, Moyo, or Nyoman, visiting Ubud sights, Tegalalang, Tirta Empul, Batur hot springs, and Tegenungan Waterfall. Transport, water, and guide service are included, while entrance fees and lunch cost extra.

“I had such a great time with Ketut on put adventures yesterday! He was very friendly, professional and he's also a terrific photographer! He took me to places that were on my bucket list, such as the Monkey Forest where the less aggressive Read more”

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2.Bali Private Car Charter with English Speaking Driver Or Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · from $30

Build your own Bali day with an English-speaking driver-guide, hotel pickup, bottled water, parking, and photo help at each stop. Guides such as Darma, Nyoman, Putu, Okta, and Rika have led visits to temples, rice terraces, coffee shops, and cultural sights in private Toyota or Suzuki vehicles.

“We did tour with Darma in December 2022. Darma is a very nice driver, really good person and the best guide for your tour in Bali. We discovered the best special places in Bali thanks of him. If you want a good tour, you need to book Darma.”

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3.Half Day Tanah Lot Temple Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · from $32

Visit Taman Ayun, Batu Bolong, and Tanah Lot with a private English-speaking guide and air-conditioned car. Guides such as Adi, Putu, Nyoman, and Bagus also take group photos. Water, coffee, and tea are offered, while entrance fees depend on the package you choose.

“Absolutely wonderful! Our guide, Adi was so knowledgeable and such an amazing driver! He toik great care of our comfort and answered our questions(which were many) in good English and also had a sense of humor! Take this tour! Highly recommend!!”

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4.Best Seller West Nusa Penida Island Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · from $39

Spend 9 to 10 hours exploring west Nusa Penida with a private guide and vehicle. Visit Kelingking Beach, Angel’s Billabong, Broken Beach, and Crystal Bay, then stop for local food in Sakti. Guides such as Artha and Kadek are available, with pickup from mainland Bali or a Penida hotel.

“Not a very good experience and the time was not communicated properly and there was a bit of lacking in coordination. However, it was decent. But could be better.”

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5.Wonderful 3 Days of Bali Private Guided Tour All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $44

Travel Bali with a private air-conditioned car, English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, entrance fees, water, and one-way airport transfer. Visit Ubud, Tanah Lot, Uluwatu, Padang Bai, and Lempuyang, with guides such as Mados, Ketut, or Nyoman Anggawa assigned according to availability.

“Mados, our tour guide was just amazing!! He speaks great English and he has the great ability to modify the tour on the fly to suit our tastes. We had already gone to the hot water springs the previous day, but it was part of our tour.. but sincRead more”

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6.Gate Heaven Lempuyang Tirta Gangga East Bali Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $36

Spend about 10 hours with an English-speaking driver such as Made Karyana, Dewa, or Nyoman Nata, visiting Lempuyang’s Gates of Heaven, Tirta Gangga, Kusamba’s salt works, and Goa Lawah. Private transport, hotel pickup, water, and insurance are included, while long waits at Lempuyang remain possible.

“This was a beautiful day and very culturally rich tour. Our tour guide was Made Karyana. He messaged me the night before to confirm pick up. He was punctual and showed up early to meet us in the lobby of our hotel. He spoke English vRead more”

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7.Tanah Lot and Uluwatu Temple Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $33

Spend about 10 hours with a private English-speaking driver-guide visiting Tanah Lot, Padang Padang Beach, Uluwatu Temple, and the Kecak fire dance. The day also includes food stops and a coffee plantation, with hotel pickup, bottled water, and private transport. Meals and some entrance fees may cost extra.

“In general this tour is fine. Tanah Lot and Uluwatu temple really have some breath-taking views. However, beware of the driver as he is a freeloader and didn't even ask me before if i could pay for his lunch and in the end i had to pay for it. In reality, he could have received a free lunch from the restaurant serving lunch by bringing in tourists.”

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8.Bali Swing Hot Spring And Waterfall Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $26

Spend a full day with a private English-speaking guide visiting Ubud’s Monkey Forest, Tegalalang rice terraces, a jungle swing, Mt. Batur, Batur Natural Hot Spring, Tirta Empul, and Tegenungan Waterfall. Guides such as Komang and Gusti are noted for clear explanations and personal service.

“Wonderful tour exploring beautiful Bali. We were well looked after by Dee and Sandy and especially enjoyed all the local information and history that Dee shared with us throughout the day. The activities were all enjoyed by grandparents, parRead more”

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9.Ubud Tubing Adventure Holy Spring Temple Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $58

Spend about eight hours with a private guide combining a two-hour Petanu River tubing ride, a guided visit to Tirta Empul Temple, and a coffee stop in Tampaksiring. Round-trip transport from Seminyak, safety equipment, and admission are included. Bring swimwear and spare clothes.

“So incredibly fun. Think of a cross between a lazy river and white rapids!! We laughed, screamed, and relaxed on our hours long ride down this freshwater river. Just so incredibly beautiful. Things we didn’t know. They don’t allow cameras. Read more”

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10.Bali ATV Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Private Guided Tour Free WiFi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $79

Spend about 10 hours combining Blue Lagoon snorkeling from a traditional boat, a guided ATV ride, Tegenungan Waterfall, and an Indonesian beachside lunch. Private hotel pickup, snorkeling instruction, fish food, changing facilities, and WiFi make this a busy but simple day.

“ATV was great fun snorkeling was great as well all round great tour only travel a bit long to coast and back”

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11.Ubud Natural Gems And Secret Waterfall Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $23

Spend about 10 hours exploring Ubud with a private English-speaking guide and air-conditioned car. Visit the Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul, Tegenungan Waterfall, and more. Guides such as Ketut, Gusti, Dedik, and Nuri tailor the pace and explain Balinese culture.

“Ketut was tailored the trip to our personal preferences, took us to great spots, and provided great explanations. I have already recommended to my close friends. Highly recommend in general, especially Ketut!”

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12.Half Day Uluwatu Temple And Kecak Dance Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $30

This six-hour private tour takes you from Seminyak, Ubud, or south Bali to Uluwatu Temple for cliff views and sunset. Add the Kecak Fire Dance, where more than 20 performers chant and move around a fire. Guides such as Nyoman, Komang, and Karya also help with tickets, photos, and monkey safety.

“A wonderful experience! Komang was the best tour guide we could’ve asked for! He catered for all of our needs throughout the evening. He picked us up from our hotel in Nusa Dua and was super knowledgeable about the cultural siRead more”

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13.Best Of Ubud And Tanah Lot Temple Private Guide Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $25

Spend about 10 hours visiting Tanah Lot, Taman Ayun, Ubud Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Happy Swing Bali, and Tegenungan Waterfall. You get an English-speaking driver-guide, air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup, and the option to add entrance tickets. Guide Putu Awan is praised for taking photos.

“Great experience this is my first Bali trip and this is my first touristy activities and had a great time!”

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14.Bali Full Day Tour | Individual Route in Bali | Bali Guide | Free Wi-Fi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $25

Hire a private driver for 8 to 9 hours and shape your Bali day around the places you care about. Choose an Ubud route with Ketut, Putu, or Komo, or head south to Uluwatu and Jimbaran. Air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, bottled water, fuel, and parking are included.

“Good driving skills. The tourist guide Katut is amazing and friendly, he is the best and good patience”

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15.Nusa Penida East And West Full Day Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · from $65

Travel from your Bali hotel to Nusa Penida with a private guide and driver, then visit six major sights on a tightly packed 10-hour route. Guides such as Artha and Komang also help with photos, local stories, and harbor transfers. Breakfast, water, and lunch are included, but confirm the breakfast details before departure.

“We spent a great, long day with Artha who took us all around Nusa Penida. If you only have one day to see the island and want to pack in the most sights, this tour is for you. So many breathtaking views! Artha knows the best spots to take pictures and is on hand to take them of you with the most awe-inspiring backdrops.”

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