Bali: Serenity Sacred Tirta Empul, Rice Fields & Coffee
ID: GYG1146097-1757795
Category:
Country: Indonesia
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Experience Bali’s sacred Tirta Empul Temple with a purification ritual, wander the serene Macingan Rice Terraces, and connect with local coffee tradition.
Begin your day with a visit to Pura Tirta Empul, a significant Hindu Balinese water temple near Tampaksiring. Explore the temple’s three sections: the outer courtyard, the middle courtyard, and the inner sanctum, where the sacred spring is located.
Learn about the Melukat ceremony, a purification ritual where Balinese Hindus immerse themselves in the holy spring’s water, believed to cleanse the body, mind, and spirit of negative energies. Discover the mythology of Lord Indra creating the spring to restore balance after an evil king poisoned local water sources.
Next, head to Mancingan Rice Terrace, a hidden gem near Ubud. Enjoy a tranquil walk through the rice fields, capture beautiful photos, and experience the calm and beauty of nature. Support local farmers by purchasing fruits or coconuts.
Finally, visit Umah Bali Kuno, a small coffee plantation and ethnographic museum near Tampaksiring. Immerse yourself in traditional Balinese life as you explore living quarters, a family temple, and traditional Balinese offerings. Try your hand at folding traditional spirit offerings and sample Balinese coffee and tea on a wooden terrace.
Learn about the coffee bean processing and roasting methods, including the unique production of Kopi Luwak (civet coffee). Discover exhibits of old traditional items, providing insight into Balinese heritage.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Balinese culture with a visit to Tirta Empul Temple
- Explore the Mancingan Rice Terrace and enjoy a peaceful walk
- Learn about traditional Balinese life and coffee production at Umah Bali Kuno
- Sample Balinese coffee and tea on a wooden terrace at Umah Bali Kuno
- Discover the unique production of Kopi Luwak (civet coffee) at Umah Bali Kuno
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Visitors entering Tirta Empul Temple are kindly requested to wear proper Balinese attire.
For women, please note that joining the purification ritual is not recommended during the menstruation period, in harmony with Balinese and Hindu traditions.
Guests joining the purification will need to rent an additional sarong, which includes access to a locker.
We also suggest bringing some cash, as certain places may only accept cash payments.
INCLUDED
- Ritual offerings for Melukat purification
- Purification ceremony at Tirta Empul
- Scenic walk through rice terraces
- Coffee and tea tasting at Umah Bali Kuno
- Authentic Balinese cultural experience
- Parking fees included
- Complimentary mineral water
- English-speaking guide/ hoster
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-up and drop-off service included
NOT INCLUDED
- Ticket entry to Tirta Empul Tample
- Ticket entry to Rice Field
- Food or Lunch
- Another Purchase
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.