Bali Art Village & Ubud Culture Day Tour (10 Hours)
Discover Bali’s artistic soul on a 10-hour Art Village tour around Ubud, exploring batik, silver, painting, woodcarving, and traditional dance in one relaxing day.
- Visit traditional art villages around Ubud known for batik, silver, painting, and wood carving
- Watch skilled artisans create handmade batik textiles, jewelry, and wooden sculptures up close
- Experience the famous Barong Dance and Kris performance, a classic Balinese cultural show
- Travel in comfort with a private car, English-speaking driver, petrol, and parking all included
- Enjoy a flexible, relaxed 10-hour itinerary with time for photos, shopping, and coffee or lunch breaks
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Description
Spend a full, easygoing day soaking up the art, culture, and calm countryside vibes of Ubud on this Bali Art Village & Ubud Culture Day Tour. Designed for travelers who love creativity, tradition, and beautiful scenery, this 10-hour trip takes you into the heart of Bali’s most famous art villages. From colorful batik textiles and intricate silver jewelry to expressive paintings and detailed wood carvings, you’ll see how local artisans keep centuries-old traditions alive while welcoming you with warm Balinese hospitality. With an English-speaking driver and comfortable private car, you can simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey between each village and gallery.
Throughout the day, you’ll visit a Batik Gallery to watch how handmade patterns are drawn and dyed on fabric, then continue to a Silversmith Gallery where talented craftsmen shape and polish delicate jewelry pieces. You’ll have the chance to watch the iconic Barong Dance and Kris performance, a powerful traditional show that tells an ancient story of good versus evil through music, costume, and movement. The tour also brings you to a Painting Gallery filled with works by Balinese artists, as well as a Wood Carving Gallery where you can observe how simple blocks of wood are transformed into statues, masks, and decorative art. Between stops, you’ll pass lush rice fields, village temples, and daily local life that give Ubud its timeless charm.
This tour is great value if you want to see “the real Bali” in just one day without feeling rushed. Entrance to most galleries is free, and you can choose to shop, take photos, or simply watch the creative process up close. With petrol, parking fees, and mineral water included, you only need to think about your personal expenses, entrance tickets for shows, and lunch. Whether you’re a serious art lover or just curious about Balinese culture, you’ll go home with a deeper appreciation of local craftsmanship, a camera full of colorful memories, and stories to share about the artists and performers you met along the way.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Full-Day Bali Art Village & Ubud Culture Experience (10 Hours)
- 08:00 – Hotel pick-up and drive to Ubud area: Your English-speaking driver meets you in the hotel lobby. Enjoy a relaxed drive through Balinese villages and rice fields as you head toward Ubud’s famous art villages.
- 09:00 – Visit Batik Gallery Maker (free entrance): Arrive at a local batik workshop and gallery. Watch artists draw wax patterns by hand, see the dyeing process, and browse colorful batik fabrics, clothing, and accessories. You are free to take photos and shop if you wish.
- 10:00 – Explore Silversmith Gallery Maker (free entrance): Continue to a silversmith village known for its jewelry. Observe how silver is melted, shaped, and polished into rings, bracelets, and pendants. Learn about traditional designs and modern styles, and enjoy time to look around the showroom.
- 11:30 – Barong Dance and Kris Performance: Head to a local stage to watch the classic Barong Dance and Kris performance (entrance ticket at your own expense). Experience the dramatic story of good versus evil told through expressive dance, gamelan music, and detailed costumes.
- 13:00 – Lunch break in Ubud (own expense): Stop at a local restaurant or café in the Ubud area. Enjoy Indonesian or international dishes while overlooking rice fields or village streets. Your driver can recommend a spot based on your preferences.
- 14:30 – Painting Gallery Maker (free entrance): Visit a painting gallery featuring works by Balinese and local artists. Discover different painting styles, from traditional scenes of daily life and mythology to more modern and abstract creations. Take your time to walk through the gallery and appreciate the details.
- 15:30 – Wood Carving Gallery Maker (free entrance): Continue to a wood carving village where artisans carve masks, statues, and decorative panels. Watch the carving and finishing process, see the variety of local woods used, and browse the showroom for unique pieces and souvenirs.
- 16:30 – Scenic drive and short photo stops: On the way back, your driver can stop briefly at rice terraces or village viewpoints for photos, depending on time and traffic. Enjoy the relaxed countryside atmosphere and gentle afternoon light.
- 18:00 – Return to hotel: Arrive back at your hotel after a full day of art, culture, and local experiences. If you wish to extend the tour beyond 10 hours, extra time can be added with an additional hourly charge paid directly to the driver.
What's Included
- Private air-conditioned car for 10 hours
- English-speaking driver
- Petrol and parking fees
- Mineral water during the tour
- Flexible itinerary within the Ubud art village area
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees (including Barong Dance show ticket)
- Meals, drinks, and personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
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