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Monkey Forest
- Tanah Lot Tour (5 hrs)
Code: IE-SS1 H/D
Daily departure time: 14.30/15.00 pm
An afternoon sightseeing tour takes you to the southwest coast of
the island. Featuring unique offshore temple of Tanah Lot, built
on a large rock, cut off from the mainland at high tide. It is said
that a sea snake is the guardian of the temple. The breaking surf
surrounding the temple enriches the fantastic sunset panorama that
could be experienced in the late afternoon which will be the highlight
of the tour. Some places visited includes a visit to Mengwi village
for the former Royal Family temple of Taman Ayun dating from 17th
century. It is known as a state water temple-containing dozens of
merus (pagodas). Get jokes with the tame monkeys that inhabit of
the lofty nutmeg forest and see the temple that's standing in the
heart of the forest dating back form the 10th century.
H/D. Ubud True Life Village Tour (4 hrs)
Code: IE-SS2
Daily departure time: 08.30/09.00 am
A half-day sightseeing tour takes you to the Bali's center of art
and culture. Featuring Ubud village, famous for its painter's community.
It is a special place in many ways. Its own magic, its beautiful
surrounding and gracious way of life have been drawn celebrities
and artists from all over the world. Paddy fields, the monkey forest
and a huge Banyan tree create a picturesque setting for this cultural
center. Stopping along the way at the handicraft villages where
you can witness the locals demonstrating their artistic talent which
produce the lovely hand-made batiks, gracious gold & silverware
and the intricate wood carving. The Barong & Kris dance will be
enjoyed at the early morning before visiting 11th century Elephant
Cave at Bedulu village.
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