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Fantastic tour. Highly recommended
My husband and I booked this tour through Oka. It was a fantastic experience and would highly recommend to anyone considering going.
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Bali: Benoa Shore Excursion – Balinese Home & Temple
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6–7 hours
- Price from
- $64 / person
- Location
- Seminyak, Indonesia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- MAI KEBALI TOUR
Description
Welcome to Bali, where culture, spirituality, and art come together. This private shore excursion from Benoa Port lets cruise guests experience authentic Bali, comfortably and without rush. Begin with a visit to a real Balinese family home, then explore Batuan Temple's stunning architecture. The true highlight: through our close relationship with the temple priest, we offer guests a personal blessing at Tirta Empul's sacred holy spring, an experience most visitors never access. Enjoy lunch surrounded by open rice terraces, watching farmers at work. If time allows, explore Bali's artistic soul: woodcarving in Mas, silversmithing in Celuk, and traditional batik-making. This is a day built around genuine connection to Balinese culture and daily life. We guarantee your on-time return to Benoa Port, based on your cruise schedule.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 12–95)
- $64
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $113.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Benoa Harbour
Your tour begins with a pick up service at Benoa port. after disembarking from your Cruise ship, please proceed to exit gate. from there , walk approximately 50 meters to the main parking area, where you will meet our English speaking driver holding a placard with your name.
Start your cultural journey with a visit to a traditional Balinese house compound to experience local daily life and to observe its original layout.
Batuan Temple
Continue to Pura Batuan, one of Bali's oldest and most architecturally significant temples, dating back over a thousand years. Admire its intricately carved stone gateways and peaceful courtyards while your guide shares its history and role in local Hindu ceremonies.
Tirta Empul Temple
Visit Tirta empul Temple, well known for its sacred holy spring water. Where local usually come to visit for purification ritual. The highlight of our visit is where you will have an experience to receive a personal blessing ritual led by local temple priest. This sacred moment offers a peaceful spiritual connection, where holy water is used for purification, blessings, and positive energy. It is a meaningful experience to feel the spiritual heart of Bali and its beautiful Hindu traditions.
Tampaksiring
Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a local restaurant surrounded by open rice terraces. Depending on the season, you may see farmers at work in the paddies, or even witness the harvest, a peaceful backdrop away from the crowds.
Mas Carving Center
Optional stop, time permitting: visit Mas Village to watch skilled woodcarvers shape intricate sculptures by hand. Browse traditional workshops showcasing generations of Balinese wood-carving craftsmanship.
Celuk Village
"Optional stop, time permitting: visit Celuk Village, famous for its gold and silver craftsmanship. Watch skilled artisans hand-craft fine jewelry, with no obligation to buy.
Sari Amerta Batik Collection
Optional stop, time permitting: visit a batik workshop to see the traditional process of hand-making Balinese batik, from wax-drawing to natural dyeing techniques.
What's included
Included
Lunch at a local restaurant
Pickup and drop-off at Benoa Port / Bali Cruise Ship Terminal
Sarong and sash for temple visits
Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
Fuel, parking, and toll fees
Optional stop at Celuk Silver Village (time permitting, no extra charge)
Traditional Balinese house visit
unch at a local restaurant Mineral water during the tour
Entrance fee to Batuan Temple
Entrance fee to Tirta Empul Temple
English speaking driver - guide
Not included
Other personal expense
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Your driver-guide will meet you at the main parking area just approx 50 meters away from the port exit area holding a personalized name sign with your booking name. Simply walk through the terminal exit gate., and look for your driver in the designated pickup zone. Please ensure that your phone is active & whatsApp application is installed as this allow for smooth communication should you require any assistance or additional information
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
6 reviews
How it compares in Seminyak
- Starting price $64 is 16% above the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Seminyak
Excurgo comparison of 2,047 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bali: Benoa Shore Excursion – Balinese Home & Temple take?
Bali: Benoa Shore Excursion – Balinese Home & Temple lasts about 6–7 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Bali: Benoa Shore Excursion – Balinese Home & Temple cost?
Prices start at $64 per person for this Seminyak experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $113. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Bali: Benoa Shore Excursion – Balinese Home & Temple run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Can I cancel Bali: Benoa Shore Excursion – Balinese Home & Temple for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Your driver-guide will meet you at the main parking area just approx 50 meters away from the port exit area holding a personalized name sign with your booking name. Simply walk through the terminal exit gate., and look for your driver in the designated pickup zone. Please ensure that your phone is active & whatsApp application is installed as this allow for smooth communication should you require any assistance or additional information
What languages is Bali: Benoa Shore Excursion – Balinese Home & Temple offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Bali: Benoa Shore Excursion – Balinese Home & Temple worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by MAI KEBALI TOUR.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
10/10 excursion
The guide, Oka, is very friendly and outgoing. He is very familiar with the local culture and traditions, explaining all the questions we had along the trip. He was always punctual, friendly, helpful, and interesting in general. I would choose him if I come back to Bali, would recommend 10/10.
C
Shore excursion from Benoa to Ubud
We had a great Bali shore excursion from Benoa to Ubud and we went for this trip with our guide Oka. We were 7 people in total and Oka was a very excellent guide as he helped us understand a lot about Balinese culture and had joked with us alot. He also made sure to remain safe and that he led us to the best places to take photos from and where it wasnt very crowded either. Even during long car rides he made sure to answer all our questions and keep the lively atmosphere going. Overall if I would go back to Bali for another vacation I would definitely want Oka to be our guide again as it was an amazing vacation.
W
10/10 experience
Had an amazing excursion from Benoa to Ubud. All the activities were very well though of, making sure that culture and leisure were included. I would like to say thank you very much to our guide, Oka, for the great trip we had with him. Oka was very friendly and helpful with all the questions we had, he was very outgoing and matched our vibe. If I were to come here again it would most definitely be with him, without a doubt. I would recommend to anyone seeing, 10/10 experience with Oka.
M
10/10 excursion
This was the best Bali shore excursion from Benoa I could have ever booked. It was amazing from start to finish, the experience wss one that I will continue the cherish, and something I will never forget. The staff with us were also very kind and inform, they always answered our questions. We were very lucky to have them as I don't think there are any better in this field of work in Bali. We went to many different locations and the views were to die for. In short I would greatly recommend to anyone, I will also share to family and friends as truly this was amazing. 10/10 would recommend.
S
2 days in Bali with wheelchair
The guide, Oka, is very familiar will Bali culture, and is able to answer all sort of questions. He was also willing to source for locations that we are interested in. He is punctual, friendly, eloquent and helpful
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