Bali · Ubud
Monkey forest, rice terraces and sacred temple in Ubud with Eben
Discover the monkey forest, the Tegallalang rice terraces and the sacred temple of Tirta Empul with Eben Between a coffee plantation, Balinese flavours and meetings with local craftspeople, discover a more genuine side of Bali. Eben, your local driver, shapes the day around your pace and your wishes, for a privileged experience far from the usual tourist circuits.
The experience
What if your driver turned out to be one of the finest encounters of your trip?
With Eben, you are not booking simple transport. Based in Ubud, he knows his island by heart and loves sharing with travellers what no guidebook holds: the small addresses, the stories, the traditions you only really understand by living them with someone local.
What changes everything is the way he shapes the day around you. Want to stay somewhere longer? Skip a stop to spend more time on another? Eben adjusts. You are not on a fixed circuit shared with thirty strangers, but in a day built for you.
And because he is also a wood carver, he will open the doors to a more intimate Bali: the one of craftspeople, workshops, and know-how passed down through generations. Far from the usual tourist circuits.
A day of discovery, but above all an encounter.
The programme
🚗 8.00am - Pick-up at your hotel
Eben collects you directly from where you are staying in the Ubud area.
🌾 8.45am - Tegallalang rice terraces
The famous terraced rice fields in the morning light, before the crowds arrive. A panoramic swing is possible (optional activity).
☕ 10.30am - Coffee plantation
Discover how coffee, cocoa and Balinese spices are grown, with a tasting of local coffees and teas.
🍜 11.45am - Lunch with a view
A break at one of the restaurants Eben has chosen, overlooking the jungle or the rice fields.
🛕 1.20pm - Tirta Empul temple
One of the most sacred temples in Bali, known for its purification springs. You can take part in the ritual if you wish.
🐒 3.30pm - Sacred Monkey Forest
Ubud's natural sanctuary: ancient temples, lush vegetation and hundreds of macaques roaming free.
🪵 5.00pm - Meeting local craftspeople
A visit to a local workshop, or a look at the wood carvings Eben makes himself. A genuine moment of exchange to close the day.
🚗 6.00pm - Back to your hotel
Eben drives you back to your accommodation at the end of the day.
Places visited
Departure / pick-up
Your hotel (Ubud/Canggu area)
Return
Your hotel
✓ Included
- Private local driver (Eben)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking
- Personal advice and recommendations throughout the day
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel (Ubud/Canggu area)
- Bottled water
Not included
- Entry tickets for the various sites
- Lunch
- Personal spending
- Optional activities (swing and so on)
- Tips (optional)
Your local guide
Eben
Bali - Ubud
🗣 English · Indonesian
Based in Ubud, Eben is a local driver with whom I have been lucky enough to build a real friendship. We met somewhat by chance during one of my stays in Bali, and I was immediately struck by his kindness, his generosity and his sincerity. More than just a driver, Eben loves sharing his island with…
Important information
• Private trip. • Departure at 8am, back around 6pm. • The route may be adjusted slightly depending on traffic, the weather or what you feel like. • Entry tickets are paid directly on site. • Respectful clothing is recommended for visiting the temple. A sarong can be provided on site if needed. • This trip is accessible to most travellers.
Recommendations
I suggest bringing: • comfortable shoes • a hat or cap • sun cream • insect repellent • a camera or a well-charged phone. Also bring cash for the entry tickets, lunch and anything you might buy.
Cancellation terms
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. After that, the booking fee is not refunded.
After you book
- 1
You book online
Date, option and booking fee settled by secure payment. The rest is paid on site.
- 2
Immediate confirmation
An email goes out straight away with your reference, your summary and the meeting point.
- 3
The provider is contacted directly
They receive your full booking: date, time, option, travellers and pick-up point.
- 4
You talk with your guide
You get their WhatsApp directly, so you can reach them at any time.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a day with a private driver in Ubud cost?
The full day (roughly 8am to 6pm) costs €55 per vehicle, for one to four people: the price is for the vehicle, not per person. You book online with a small €5 deposit and settle the balance on the day.
What does the price include?
The price covers the full day with Eben, your private local driver: air-conditioned vehicle, pick-up and drop-off at your hotel (Ubud/Canggu area), parking, bottled water and personal advice throughout the day. Site entry tickets, lunch and optional activities (such as the swing) are paid directly on site.
Can the itinerary be personalised?
Yes, that is the whole point of a private trip. The programme (Tegalalang rice terraces, coffee plantation, Tirta Empul temple, Monkey Forest, craft workshops) acts as a thread, but Eben shapes the day around what you want: staying longer somewhere you love, skipping a stop or adding another.
How many people can join?
The trip is private, for up to four people, with a single price for the vehicle rather than per person. You do not share the day with any other travellers.
Should I bring cash in Bali?
Yes. Bring cash (Indonesian rupiah) for site entry tickets, lunch and anything you buy from craftspeople. Many small businesses and temples do not accept cards.
How should I dress to visit Balinese temples?
Respectful clothing (shoulders and knees covered) is recommended for visiting Tirta Empul temple. A sarong can be provided on site if needed. Also bring comfortable shoes, a hat and sun cream for the rest of the day.
Is the trip suitable for children?
Yes. The day works for most travellers and Eben adapts the pace to the group, which makes it ideal with family. Some stops are particular favourites with children, such as the Monkey Forest and the rice terrace swing (optional).
How do I get my booking confirmation?
As soon as the payment goes through, a confirmation email is sent automatically. It contains your booking reference, the full summary (date, option, travellers), the meeting point and the departure time. You will also find your booking in your account. Do check your spam folder if nothing seems to arrive.
Is the provider told about my booking?
Yes, automatically. As soon as the payment goes through, the local provider is contacted directly with your whole booking: date, time, chosen option, number of travellers, your name and your pick-up point. There is nothing for you to do. Their WhatsApp is in your confirmation email, so you can write to them before the day itself.
Is paying online secure?
Yes. Payments go through Stripe, one of the most widely used payment platforms in the world. Your card details never pass through the Lyluutravel site and are never stored there. Card, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.
After you book
- 1
You book online
Date, option and booking fee settled by secure payment. The rest is paid on site.
- 2
Immediate confirmation
An email goes out straight away with your reference, your summary and the meeting point.
- 3
The provider is contacted directly
They receive your full booking: date, time, option, travellers and pick-up point.
- 4
You talk with your guide
You get their WhatsApp directly, so you can reach them at any time.
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