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Where to Go in Indonesia: the 15 Best Temple Tours

83 tours  ·  from $6 a head

Bali runs on water temples and clifftop shrines, Java on two of the largest religious monuments ever built. These 15 cover Uluwatu at sunset, the Ubud valley loop and Borobudur before the mist lifts, each priced and clear on what the sarong situation is.

Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple - The jungle swing: the tour’s biggest photo stop
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Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple

1.Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,160 reviews · from $31Our pick

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Ubud with a private English-speaking driver-guide. Visit Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tegenungan Waterfall, Tirta Empul Temple, Celuk Village, and a jungle swing. Guides such as Wah, Vitho, Ary, Adi, and Wayan are praised for local insight, patience, and help with photos.

“I highly recommend this tour due to the positive experience at the monkey forest, where interactions with the monkeys were pleasant and non-intrusive, allowing for excellent photographic opportunities. The swing experience provided enjoyable entertainment with stunning views. Furthermore, the staff demonstrated exceptional skill in capturing memorable photos and videos of our group. I suggest prioritizing this tour to preserve your appearance before engaging in activities such as manta ray swimming or ATV excursions. I trust this information is helpful. Lastly, the rice fields you will see while driving. You dont actually visit one.”

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Ubud: Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour - Kanto Lampo Waterfall: a short stop with strong photo appeal
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Ubud: Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

2.Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,484 reviews · 10 hours · from $29

Spend 8 to 10 hours with a private English-speaking driver-guide visiting Tirta Empul, Tukad Cepung, Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tegalalang. You can swim at suitable waterfalls, ask about Balinese customs, and adjust the order around weather and crowds. Guides such as Ariga, Atta, Ageng, and I Wayan Top are often praised for safe driving and excellent photos.

“Ariga the best guide!! We will return and make a tour with him, so friendly and nice people. The tour was amazing. Thanks!”

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Bali: Besakih Temple & Lempuyang Temple Gates of Heaven Tour - Lempuyang Temple and the Gates of Heaven
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Bali: Besakih Temple & Lempuyang Temple Gates of Heaven Tour

3.Besakih Temple & Lempuyang Temple Gates of Heaven Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,243 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $35

Travel from your hotel or Ubud Palace to East Bali with a private or shared guide. See Lempuyang’s Gates of Heaven, Tirta Gangga, and Besakih Temple. Guides such as Joni, Dwipa, Samba, and Agung help with temple customs, photos, and local stories. Expect an early start, mountain roads, and possible waits at Lempuyang.

“We had an absolutely wonderful day! Our guide was funny, helpful, interesting and prepared. He has a lot of knowledge about the temples, Hinduism and Bali in general, we learned so much from him! He showed us the most beautiful sights, took the best pictures of us and made sure we had the best time! We are so thankful!!! If you don‘t book this tour you are missing out!”

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Bali: Kecak Fire Dance Show & Uluwatu Temple Entry Ticket - Walking through the temple before the show
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Bali: Kecak Fire Dance Show & Uluwatu Temple Entry Ticket

4.Kecak Fire Dance Show & Uluwatu Temple Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 3,023 reviews · 1 - 6 hours · from $9Cheapest good one

Visit Uluwatu Temple, watch the Kecak fire dance against the Indian Ocean, and follow the story of Rama, Sinta, Ravana, and the monkey army. Choose entry only or pickup from much of southern Bali. Guides such as D’Put, Agus Mahawan, Abu, and Alex help with temple context, photos, seating, and monkey safety.

“We had an excellent Guide Alex, who did a great job explaining the temples and pointing out the beautiful ocean scenery. He made sure we had a good seat in the amphitheater to see the performance which was absolutely great..."must see"!”

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Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali - Jatiluwih and the living subak system
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Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali

5.Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,539 reviews · from $39

Spend about 10 hours with a private driver-guide visiting Ulun Danu Bratan, Jatiluwih’s UNESCO rice terraces, Luhur Batukaru, and Tanah Lot. Guides such as Berata, Sakha, Agus, Wayan, and Tia are praised for safe driving, cultural explanations, photography help, and flexible pacing. Lunch and entry fees depend on the option you book.

“We had the best experience with our guide Tia! She taught us so much about Balinese culture and about Hindu spirituality. Tia was also very easy to communicate with (speaks perfect English!) and is an incredibly sweet and friendly person. She was even willing to take us to different locations after the last temple and offered great recommendations for the rest of our stay in Ubud. Last but not least, she is a fantastic driver!! Highly recommend booking your trip with Tia.”

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Bali Sunset: Uluwatu Temple, Kecak Dance and Jimbaran Bay - Your afternoon pickup and drive
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Bali Sunset: Uluwatu Temple, Kecak Dance and Jimbaran Bay

6.Bali Sunset: Uluwatu Temple, Kecak Dance and Jimbaran Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,397 reviews · from $37

Spend six hours exploring Uluwatu Temple with a private car and driver, then watch the 6:00 PM Kecak fire dance above the Indian Ocean. Guides such as Abu, Putra, D’Put, Koko, and Agus are praised for their local stories, careful driving, and help finding good seats. Finish with an optional seafood dinner at Jimbaran Bay.

“I had an amazing day with my tour guide. It was only myself in the tour but he made me feel very welcome talking to me and giving me lots of information. He was very knowledgeable- anything I asked hebknew The answers too. We started off in the coffee plantation followed by a tour of the temple which was a beautiful experience. We then watched the fire dance and finally Ok the way home we stopped at a seafood restaurant ok the beach which was a perfect end to a beautiful day!”

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Tirta Empul: Temple Tour with Optional Spiritual Cleansing - Entering through the Candi Bentar and Nista Mandala
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Tirta Empul: Temple Tour with Optional Spiritual Cleansing

7.Tirta Empul: Temple Tour with Optional Spiritual Cleansing

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,257 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $24

Walk through Tirta Empul’s three mandalas with guides such as Mangku, Karba John, Sagita, or Hendra. Learn the meaning of Balinese offerings, watch local prayers, and add the holy-water cleansing ritual, coffee tasting, lunch, massage, photos, or a jungle swing. Choose a temple meeting point or Central Bali pickup.

“Very good day at Tirta empul temple. The guide was so nice and helpful and she told us all the background history about the temple, very interesting. Would definitely recommend 10/10”

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Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay

8.Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,199 reviews · from $27

You’ll visit cliff-top Uluwatu Temple, watch a Kecak fire dance, and optionally dine on seafood at Jimbaran Bay. Private guides such as Ketut, Putu, Leo, Eddy, and Pedro have helped visitors with temple stories, photographs, crowd navigation, and monkey safety. Ask about the sunset performance, since show times affect dinner and traffic.

“Pedro was an amazing guide! We learned a lot on our visit to the temple, and he took wonderful photos! We had a great time and enjoyed the kecak dance!”

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North Bali: Sunrise Tour with Dolphins, Waterfalls & Temples - What the dolphin ride is really like
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North Bali: Sunrise Tour with Dolphins, Waterfalls & Temples

9.North Bali: Sunrise Tour with Dolphins, Waterfalls & Temples

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 831 reviews · from $55

Start before dawn from Ubud, Kuta, or nearby areas, then watch dolphins from a boat off Lovina Beach. Your English-speaking guide drives you to Gitgit Waterfall and Ulun Danu Bratan Temple. Drivers such as Sanjaya, Bagus, Bagas, and Ketut are praised for safe driving, photos, and careful dolphin spotting.

“Really enjoyable and our guide was lovely! Would recommend!”

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Yogyakarta: Borobudur and Prambanan Temples Guided Tour - Borobudur’s terraces, reliefs, and Buddhist ideas
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Yogyakarta: Borobudur and Prambanan Temples Guided Tour

10.Borobudur and Prambanan Temples Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 828 reviews · from $30

Spend about 10 hours visiting Borobudur and Prambanan from Yogyakarta. Temple guides explain Buddhist reliefs, Hindu architecture, and local culture, while a driver handles the long road journey. Pickup, private transport, and entry tickets depend on the option you book. Guides such as Irhas, Didot, and Ihsan have led past departures.

“Avril was a great guide, she explained everything. Amazing tour and very recommended.”

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Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour - Lempuyang Temple and the Gate of Heaven
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Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour

11.Bali Instagram: Gate of Heaven Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 737 reviews · from $85

Spend about 10 hours with a private driver-guide visiting Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga Water Palace, Tukad Cepung Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and a jungle swing. Guides such as Berata, Bagus, Komang Pi, and Krisda are praised for safe driving, local insight, and taking excellent photos.

“Expect to be treated with kindness and love. Our guide Sakha was always punctual at every locations and never rushed us. He always assisted us at every turn, can’t really ask for more. Lunch was at a nice local location with good food, all the venues were beautiful. This is a 5 star tour with a 5 star guide and tour company. Don’t hesitate and book now.”

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Bali: Tanah Lot Temple Half Day Sunset Tour - The ride from your hotel can shape the afternoon
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Bali: Tanah Lot Temple Half Day Sunset Tour

12.Tanah Lot Temple Half Day Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 702 reviews · 5 hours · from $20

You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to Tanah Lot with a small group of up to five. Your guide, such as Adi, Kadek, Krisna, or Nusa, explains Balinese religion, helps with photos, and finds a good sunset viewpoint. Allow for traffic, bring cash for the IDR 60,000 entrance fee, and cover shoulders and knees.

“Plenty of time to walk around the Temple area and take pictures, guide even took some pictures of me! Good spot for sunset and reliable transportation to and from the Temple back to my accommodation.”

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Borobudur Temple Climb To The Top & Prambanan Temple - 1 day tour - Borobudur first, if the ticket time allows
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Borobudur Temple Climb To The Top & Prambanan Temple – 1 day tour

13.Borobudur Temple Climb To The Top & Prambanan Temple – 1 day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 638 reviews · from $105

This private Yogyakarta day trip combines a limited Borobudur summit climb with Mendut Monastery and Prambanan Temple. Your English-speaking driver-guide handles transport and entrance fees. Guides such as Adit, Thomas, Arma, and Maxi have been praised for careful driving, temple insight, and helpful photo stops. Sunrise is available as an upgrade.

“A great tour of the most impressive temples we’ve seen in Indonesia so far. Our guide, Anggor, was very punctual, fun and sweet. He drove us to various locations, including a cafè to try the kopi luhak and a monastery before heading to BorRead more”

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Bali: Hidden Canyon, Waterfall & Temples Small Group Tour - Water shoes, swimwear, and what to carry
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Bali: Hidden Canyon, Waterfall & Temples Small Group Tour

14.Hidden Canyon, Waterfall & Temples Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 563 reviews · 8h 30m · from $73

Spend about 8.5 hours exploring Bali by air-conditioned minibus, with a guided swim and scramble through Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon, a waterfall stop, lunch break, and visits to Goa Gajah and Gunung Kawi. Groups are limited to five, and guides such as Komang, Dewa, and Anom are known for helpful cultural explanations and photos.

“In transportation wise it was really smooth and thanks to Depik that ge explained a lot about culture/religion. Hidden Canyon is with rocks and maybe you can bring your water shoes to walk easier, really cool place.”

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Bali: Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour - The Twin Lakes viewpoint starts the day well
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Bali: Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour

15.Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 545 reviews · 5 - 9 hours · from $41

Travel into North Bali with an English-speaking guide such as Tia, Luhde, Putu, or Kadek. Walk through Munduk’s rainforest, see Banyumala Twin Waterfall, cross Tamblingan Lake by wooden canoe, visit Ulun Danu Tamblingan Temple, and eat a local lunch. Expect slippery paths, cool weather, and a moderate physical challenge.

“I enjoyed the hike through the jungle and the canoe ride was pleasant, eventhough we had to wait 15 min as there were other tourists waiting in line. The food was excellent and really tasty. IMO the waterfall was the best part and it finalized our tour. Be ready for a long walk up and down the stairs to the waterfall as it can be very tiring for some. Our driver and guide were both well informed on the culture and nature of Bali, which was very helpful and professional as they were able to answer all of our questions. Both of them were very nice and social as well.…”

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