Bali with family
Archipelago Civilisations 12 days Charm & Character

Bali with family

The island of the gods can be discovered as a family, between emerald rice fields and thousand-year-old traditions.

From€1,150per person
27 years of local expertise4.91/5 (77 reviews including 72 Google)

Duration

12 days

From

€1,150/pers.

Ideal seasons

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Style

Guided tour

Comfort

Charm & Character

Travelers

Family, Couple, Solo

The spirit of travel

Looking for a family getaway to Bali? Take advantage of our 12-day "family special" tour that combines discovering the island of the gods with all the beauty it offers, as well as relaxation along its beaches: guaranteed escape from the ordinary! Bali welcomes you and reveals its remarkable cultural heritage, breathtaking rice fields, paradisiacal beaches, not to mention its fascinating traditions.

The stages of your journey

D1–4
UbudGreen Field Resort
D5
SidemenDarmada Eco Resort
D6–7
AmedPuri Wirata
D8–11
SanurGriya Santrian Resort
D12
Départ

Highlights

Authentic cultural immersion
Balinese cooking class
Ayung River Rafting
Emblematic historic temples
Paradise Beaches of Sanur
Terraced Rice Fields

Day-by-day itinerary

Jour 1
D1

Welcome to Bali!

AéroportUbud

2h40 km

Arrival at Denpasar airport and transfer to Ubud, a town situated on the hills north of Denpasar, in a rolling landscape of lush rice fields and ravines. Ubud is renowned for its painting school. Despite the exponential tourism development it has experienced in recent years, the town has managed to preserve its tranquility and beauty.

The rest of the day is free.

Green Field Resort
Jour 2
D2

Ubud, City of Art

A day of discovery in Ubud and its surroundings. In Ubud, elegant temples and palaces with sculpted facades line the streets. During our city stroll, we discover Puri Saren and the details of its wooden doors, Pura Saraswati and the fineness of its ornamentations, Pura Puseh and its splendid sculptures as well as many other museums and galleries.

Another tourist curiosity of Ubud, slightly set back from the city centre, is the "Monkey Forest" temple. The trails and walk outside Ubud, meanwhile, take you to places where the view of the surroundings is breathtaking, as the rural landscapes are so well preserved. Walk: 1 hour

Green Field ResortBreakfast
Jour 3
D3

Rafting

This morning, you head towards the Ayung river for a morning of rafting! On the agenda, an exciting descent down the river for about ten kilometers.

Rafting: 2 hours.

Return to the hotel in early afternoon and the rest of the day is free.

Green Field ResortBreakfast
Jour 4
D4

Balinese Day

Today, traditions and sharing will be front and center. Total immersion in daily Balinese life: cooking, making offerings, dance, music… At the heart of a Balinese family, you head to the market to buy the ingredients needed to prepare the meal.

Then back to the house, where you'll spend most of the day exchanging and participating in various activities of daily Balinese life: coffee making, preparation of offerings. You then participate in a cooking class that you'll enjoy.

Early afternoon, a walk through the village and surrounding nature.

Return to the house for a farewell snack with your hosts… A day full of sharing!

Walk: 2 hours

Green Field ResortBreakfast
Jour 5
D5

Slopes of Mt Agung

UbudSidemen

2h3034 km

Transfer to Sidemen, one of the most beautiful valleys in Bali (numerous rice fields, salak plantations and weaving workshop-homes of the famous ikats...)

Free afternoon to enjoy your hotel and its swimming pool in the middle of the rice fields.

Darmada Eco ResortBreakfast
Jour 6
D6

In the idyllic Sidemen valley

SidemenAmed

1h3546 km

The morning is dedicated to a lovely hike of approximately 3 hours around Sidemen, through high-altitude plantations and rice paddies. During this walk, you pass by numerous hamlets, conducive to meeting the local population, and also cross an old suspension bridge. The vegetation is lush and the landscape very exotic.

Late morning, short transfer to The royal baths of Tirtagangga (whose exact translation is "The waters of the Ganges"), on the south-eastern slopes of Agung. Officially known as Tirta Ayu, this complex of freshwater pools was one of the many aquatic palaces built by a king of Karangasem. This place surrounded by beautiful terraced rice paddies is the ideal place to relax after your hours of hiking.

Transfer to Amed in the afternoon.

Hike: 3 hours

Puri WirataBreakfast
Jour 7
D7

Rest

Free day in Amed. Originally a small fishing village, Amed has managed to retain its charm and simplicity despite tourism growth.

This day can be an opportunity to go snorkeling from the beach. Here the seabed is rich and easily accessible.

At the end of the day, from a higher vantage point, it is possible to admire the sunset behind the Agung volcano.

Puri WirataBreakfast
Jour 8
D8

Temples and Beach

AmedSanur

2h4095 km

The sunrise at Amed is a spectacle you absolutely must not miss! At the first light of day, fishing boats return with the rising sun behind them and in front, the imposing Agung volcano.

Then, you visit the Kehen Temple in Bangli. This temple is one of the most revered in Bali. Its vegetable garden and its temple with eleven "meru" make it a place full of spirituality and traditions.

You then continue your journey to Sanur where you arrive in the afternoon. Hotel check-in and free evening.

Griya Santrian ResortBreakfast
Jour 9
D9

Tanah Lot

Free morning, then, in the late afternoon, you discover the temple of Tanah Lot, which means "Land of the sea" in Balinese. It stands on an islet battered by the waves of the ocean, it is a place of pilgrimage highly sought after by tourists and photographers.

The temple of Tanah Lot was built in the 16th century on the advice of the famous Javanese priest Danghyang Nirartha to pay homage to the guardian spirits of the sea. This remarkable site benefits, moreover, from one of the most splendid sunsets on the island.

Griya Santrian ResortBreakfast
Jour 10
D10–11

Rest

Free days in Sanur, which is one of Bali's oldest beach resorts, but has managed to preserve its charm and refinement. Sanur's beaches stretch for several kilometers: ideal for a stroll along the water's edge. Sanur's main street is, for its part, a goldmine of small shops and good restaurants.

Take advantage of your free time as a couple or with family to swim in the pool or sea, discover Balinese massages, stroll along the beach or in the town center… Dinner and evening are free. (Car and driver available for an additional fee)

Griya Santrian ResortBreakfast
Jour 12
D12

Welcome back!

SanurAéroport

Free time. Airport transfer provided by the hotel depending on your return flight schedule.

Breakfast

Price per person

2-3 pers.€1,950/pers.
4-5 pers.€1,575/pers.
6-7 pers.€1,375/pers.
8-10 pers.€1,150/pers.

Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.

This trip can be tailored to your preferences

This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.

Not included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Insurance and assistance
  • Beverages, Personal Expenses & Gratuities
  • Everything not mentioned in "Inclusions"

Included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Private vehicle transfers and ground transportation & air-conditioned
  • Accommodation in B&B (double or twin room)
  • Site Entrances & Donations
  • Activities mentioned in the program

Practical Information

Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.

The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.

See our specific terms of sale for full details.

In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:

  • More than 60 days before departure: 40% of the total price (deposit retained)
  • Between 60 and 30 days before departure: 50% of the total price
  • Less than 30 days before departure: 100% of the total price

We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.

The information below concerns tourists entering Indonesia. Entry requirements may change, and we recommend verifying the information with the official authorities of your country of residence and with the Indonesian embassy or consulate before your departure.

Passport

To enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months after your entry date and must contain at least two blank pages for immigration stamps.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn or altered pages).

Tourist stay without visa

Depending on your nationality, you may be eligible for a visa exemption for tourist stays in Indonesia. Entry requirements vary by nationality and should be verified with the Indonesian embassy or consulate of your country of residence.

The authorities may also request:

  • an exit ticket from the territory (return or onward flight),

  • proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of your stay.

Formalities on arrival

Before your arrival, it is recommended to complete the online arrival declaration via the official Indonesian customs and immigration portal (e-CD, Electronic Customs Declaration).

This form allows you to transmit to the authorities certain information necessary for entry into the territory:

  • passport information

  • flight details and itinerary

  • address of first accommodation in Indonesia

  • declaration of goods and currency carried

A confirmation QR code may be requested when passing through customs and immigration controls.

Health and vaccinations

No vaccine is mandatory to enter Indonesia, except in case of transit through a country at risk of yellow fever, in which case an international vaccination certificate may be required.

As a precaution, it is advisable to consult a doctor or vaccination center before departure. Vaccinations against hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid and rabies are commonly recommended for stays in Indonesia. Antimalarial treatment may also be recommended depending on the regions visited (particularly outside Bali and major cities).

Travel with children

Minors must hold their own valid passport covering the duration of the stay.

In some countries, when a minor travels without one of their parents, an authorization to exit the territory may be required according to the regulations of the country of residence.

Entry requirements by nationality

Entry conditions vary depending on nationality. Travelers should consult the Indonesian embassy or consulate of their country of residence for specific requirements.

To participate in our trips, it is strongly recommended to be insured for repatriation assistance and medical expenses abroad.

Your local agency encourages you to familiarize yourself with the specific contract developed with our partner CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To subscribe to insurance, find out about coverage and rates, follow the link below.

CAP EXPLORER: The complete insurance solution designed for a worry-free trip!

Choose the plan that suits you best:

  • Explorer'Multirisque

  • Explorer'Annulation

  • Explorer'Assistance

  • Explorer' Complémentaire Carte Bancaire

Specific to our trips, we strongly recommend subscribing to them.
If you choose to subscribe to one of these plans, the agreement detailing all coverage and the procedures for filing a claim are available on the insurer's website.

Your local agency will be aware of it, but only the participant is responsible for complying with the procedures for reporting any claim. The participant must therefore keep this agreement with them for the entire duration of their trip.

Chapka — Cap Explorer

Our insurance partner

Travel with peace of mind with our partner Chapka. Cancellation, repatriation, medical expenses, baggage… All the coverage for a worry-free trip.

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Frequently asked questions

A Visa on Arrival (35 USD) is required upon arrival, valid for an initial stay and extendable once. You can also obtain an e-VOA online before departure. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your entry date. Before booking, check the conditions applicable to your nationality with the consular authorities of your destination.

Go to the My Trips section to find all your projects.

You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.

For a quality tailored trip, plan between 140 and 230 euros per day and per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transport and activities. International flights (700-1100 euros return) are additional. The archipelago allows you to combine beaches, volcanoes, jungle and culture at attractive rates.

Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.

Absolutely. We tailor each circuit to the travelers' profile. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, fun and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our local English-speaking guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate stories.

It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until you get the perfect version. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.

In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.

Payment is generally made in two installments.

Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) guarantee which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.

Dominic, Photographer of Indonesian volcanoes and trails
27years of expertise

Let's talk about your adventure — Bali

Photographer of Indonesian volcanoes and trails, based in Yogyakarta

Before drawing up an itinerary, you have to observe, walk, listen to the locals and understand the place. Only then can an adventure trip remain authentic.

Dominic

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