leave each traveler with new experiences of Balinese cultural traditions and unique natural landscapes. Travelers will visit many of the island’s iconic sites, including its rice fields, Mount Batur, and the beautiful beaches in the Gili Islands. In Ubud, travelers will visit the Sangeh Monkey Forest, explore the vast rice fields, and immerse themselves in cultural festivals and dances. In Gunung Kawi Sebati, a temple dedicated to Vishnu, they will learn about Balinese Hinduism. At Mount Batur, they will visit the Ganyar traditional market and enjoy Balinese coffee. At the end of the trip, they will visit the Gili Islands, where they can relax on the beaches and take part in a meditative yoga class or snorkeling adventure.
This trip is ideal for travelers seeking to have a deep understanding of Balinese rituals and traditions beyond the beaches and common destinations on the island. Throughout the journey, they will learn about the island’s history, food, cultural traditions, and the stories behind its temples and religious practices.
This is an 8 day trip that costs $1,595 led by Under30 Experiences, which caters to solo travelers and adventurous young adults ages 21-35, but they don’t enforce a strict age limit. They are a small team that loves sustainable travel by supporting local communities in an eco-friendly way. The company was founded 10+ years ago by co-founders Matt Wilson and Jared O’Toole. They were rated one of CATALYST PLANET’s 8 Best Sustainable Travel Companies.
