Discover the royal heritage of the Karangasem kingdom on a full-day tour! Visit several fascinating sites in East Bali, starting with the regal Karangasem Palace. Explore Taman Sukasada (Sukasada Park), Sebetan Village and the Tirta Gangga water palace with an expert local guide. You’ll learn about historical influences on the region’s architectural design and take in many scenic landscapes along the way. Round-trip hotel transport by comfortable coach is included.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pickup and drop-off service from major hotels in Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua area
Mengwi Temple, Tanah Lot Temple, and Monkey Forest
Insurance
English speaking lisenced guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Puri Agung Karangasem
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional charges for cruise passengers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the royal heritage of the Karangasem kingdom on a full-day tour! Visit several fascinating sites in East Bali, starting with the regal Karangasem Palace. Explore Taman Sukasada (Sukasada Park), Sebetan Village and the Tirta Gangga water palace with an expert local guide. You’ll learn about historical influences on the region’s architectural design and take in many scenic landscapes along the way. Round-trip hotel transport by comfortable coach is included.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pickup and drop-off service from major hotels in Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua area
Mengwi Temple, Tanah Lot Temple, and Monkey Forest
Insurance
English speaking lisenced guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Puri Agung Karangasem
Return
Itinerary
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Kuta
Pick-up is available from the most centrally located hotels in Kuta, Legian, Tuban, Sanur, Jimbaran, and Tanjung Benoa areas. For other areas with additional charges. Pick-up from other areas is not recommended.
-Nusa Dua will be charged USD 4 or IDR 50,000/Person
-Ubud, Canggu, Pecatu, Uluwatu, Tabanan, and Tanah Lot will be charged USD 10 or IDR. 150.000/Person
-Candidasa, Singaraja will be charged USD 20 or IDR 300.000/Person
1 hour
2
Puri Agung Karangasem
After hotel pickup in the morning, drive eastward by comfortable coach toward the Karangasem region of Bali to visit Karangasem Palace (Puri Agung Karangasem). Built in the 19th century by Anak Agung Gede Ketlantik—the area's first king—the palace is a showcase for unique architecture, which combines Balinese, Chinese and European designs.
1 hour
3
Ujung Water Palace
Head east to visit the beautiful gardens of Sukasada Park. Your guide will point out the old Karangasem Empire heritage building, set in the middle of a large fishpond. Designed in a European style that reflects various cultural designs, the building was used by the Karangasem king for relaxation and to host important guests. Inside, you’ll find a collection of Karangasem artifacts including photos of family kings, royal furniture and other objects.
Admire panoramic views of the lovely pond and Mt Agung on the north side before your guide transports you to the Sebetan village, well known for growing salak—commonly called snake fruit for its reddish-brown scaly skin. A stroll along the town road offers breathtaking vistas of mountains, palm trees and villages and in the distance, against a scenic backdrop of the blue ocean.
1 hour
4
Tirta Gangga
Before your last destination at Tirta Gangga, make a lunch stop at a nearby restaurant that serves Indonesian fare (own expense). Then explore the water palace of Tirta Gangga, built in 1948 by the Karangasem King of Anak. Here, tiered water fountains with stone sculptures of mythical creature’s spout water into bathing pools of the former royal palace. Spend some time enjoying great photo ops amid the park’s tranquil gardens before your guide transports you back to your hotel.
