Lempuyang Temple - East Full Day Tour

The trip was amazing. Took around 3 hours to for our turn for photo in Lempuyang temple, in the meanwhile we sat in the cafe and enjoyed the breakfast with great views. Then went to water palace and took photos in great ambiance and fed fish in the pool. Water was the best part on the way back. It was a bit a walk . Remember to bring sleepers and ponchos if you dont wanna get wet.

On this tour, booked with Viator, operated by “Bali Driver Recommended Tour Service”. The tour company could not remember if they had to take guests (us) on a tour the following day! They managed to find a driver at midnight to drive us on this tour. The driver was Darmika. He did not speak understandable English. He did not offer any guide service nor was he aware of any info on the sites visited. His driving was very rough with abrupt and sudden braking. I definitely recommend the itinerary of this tour but NOT with this tour company. I wonder how Viator select its tour partners! In my opinion, Viator should take responsibility and refund the tour money we paid. W see the guests had to pay all entry fees as per the itinerary. It was just over three hours drive to Lempuyang Temple. First we paid IDR 45k pp for a bus ride from car park to the top of the hill. We then paid IDR 70k pp for to enter the outer compound of the temple. It’s not possible to take pictures of the “Gate to haven” with Agung mountain in the backdrop unless you are prepared to wait in a very long queue. Personal opinion, “not worth”. Visited Tirta Gangga A Water Palace. A beautiful place but a bit chaotic when we were there. It felt as if we were in a photographic park. Tenganan Ancient Village was a great stop. Saw the skills of weaving first hand. Goa Lawah Temple is an excellent small temple that you can visit inside. Try and go close to the mouth of the cave and look up towards the ceiling and you will see thousands of bats.

Made was our driver & tour guide & we could not recommend him enough!!! he went above & beyond for us and made our experience so enjoyable!

PLEASE DON'T TAKE THIS TOUR WITH THIS OPERATOR!! Ihave used Viator for excursions all over the world, and this by far was THEE WORST!! I was collected on time from my hotel. I don't recall whether the driver introduced himself. We drove in silence for 3 hours. NOT A COMMENT from him. We arrive at the highlight of the trip, Gateway to Heaven. There was a steep hill climb up to the site. I was given a ticket number, not knowing that this is the number used to take your picture. This was not a problem for me. I wandered around the grounds, with no direction, guidance, or comment from "what's his name." He eventually came to me and asked about the photo in front of the Gateway to Heaven. I hurriedly said yes. He then explained that the photographers, using your phone, were on number 125 and my number was 204. I replied "So??" He mumbled what I thought was we'd go somewhere else and circle back. When we got back down the hill and walking to the car, I said we're coming back at what time. He said no no it would take too long for the picture. You are 204 they are just on 125. What da what?? I was in total disbelief!!! Taking THAT picture was the primary reason for the 3-hour drive. This guy is crazy. I was so upset and it was soooo hot. I told him of my anger and reason for being there. At this point I was done and ready to get away from this guy. He knew I was seething. We made a stop somewhere. At this point, I didn't care. He ended up getting lost and had to ask for directions. I had to laugh to keep from yelling out. I said I'm done with this tour, take me back to my hotel. Another 3 hours and my tour from hell ended. PLEASE DON'T TAKE THIS TOUR WITH THIS OPERATOR!!

Everything was perfect. Accommodate driver. Very good Price. Many explanations. He adapted thé day according to our wishes.

We had really nice day trip and the driver was super kind. He also drove us other destation for swing and restaurants we asked for. It was a nice trip !