Ubud's Journey from Past to Present

Gianyar Regency, Bali



At first glance, Ubud’s bustling main street seems like an odd place to search for “Old Bali”… but it’s there if you know where to look!

Highlights

  • Trace “Old Bali” on foot through modern downtown Ubud
  • Visit Campuhan Temple, Museum Puri Lukisan, and Ubud Royal Palace
  • Gain special access to a Balinese compound

Description

A royal gate built by a 116 year old sculptor. A magical meeting between two rivers. A multi-tiered shrine to the gods. A testament to the early alliance between Balinese and Western artists. This walk will explore the old among the new, as we travel through ‘modern’ Ubud in a quest to uncover the past. Along the way, we’ll discuss the development of this area from the suburbs to the hub of downtown Ubud. Sites visited: Pura Gunung Lebah (Campuhan Temple) Campuhan Bridge Museum Puri Lukisan (The Palace of Paintings) Puri Agung Ubud (Ubud Royal Palace) Puri Kantor Where: Near Murni’s Warung. The exact tour meeting point will be emailed upon booking. When: 8:30am For private tours and other times, please contact us. Accessibility: As our walking tours take place around historic landmarks, there are aspects of our tours that we are unable to alter. These include uneven temple stairs, steep gradients and patchy sidewalks. Guests should be physically capable of climbing steps and prepared to walk around an urban environment for up to 3 hours. Weather: There may be times when the weather affects the tour start time. We operate rain or shine, but if the conditions are severe, such as an intense downpour, we'll call you before the start. Consider this part of your Bali adventure! Environmental Commitment: We at Ubud Story Walks want to do our part to reduce plastic in Bali's rivers. Please bring a reusable bottle for water refills. KTP and KITAS Discount: If you are a KTP or KITAS holder, you can contact us directly at info@ubudstorywalks.com for a special offer.

Includes

Local English-speaking guide Expertly Guided Walking Tour Museum Puri Lukisan Entrance Ticket (Rp 95,000) Special Access to a Balinese compound Local Discounts

Excludes

We do not provide pickup or drop offs from guest's accommodation. The tour does not include personal expenses like food or drink purchased outside of the tour.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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