Bali Unplugged: Surf, Sunrise & Village Vibes

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Duration: 7 days

Begins: Canggu

Ends: Ubud

Trip Code: AECU

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    This is Bali beyond the resorts. Over seven epic days, you’ll surf Canggu’s legendary waves, stay with locals in a traditional village, and camp under the stars at Mount Batur. Wake up early (worth it) for an unforgettable sunrise hike, chase hidden waterfalls, and cycle past lush rice paddies in Bulian. With home-cooked meals, culture-rich moments, and plenty of time to chill, this trip gives you the real Bali — raw, real, and ridiculously fun.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    18-to-Thirtysomethings
    Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
    Service Level
    Basic
    Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
    Physical Rating
    2 - Light
    Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Village Tour, Bulian
    • Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Guesthouse Experience, Bulian
    • Your G for Good Moment: Pusat Kegiatan Perempuan (PKP) Community Visit, Banjar Selasih
    • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
    • Your Wellness Moment: Local Hot Spring Pool, Kintamani
    • Your Big Night Out Moment: in Ubud, Ubud
    • 2-hour surf lesson in Canggu with equipment provided
    • Entrance fee to Ulun Danu Temple
    • Bulian Village Tour with local guide
    • Camping in Kintamani
    • Mt Batur sunrise hike + hot spring soaks
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

    Allow USD55-75 for meals not included.

    Day 1 : Canggu

    Welcome to Bali-a literal island paradise! Known for incredible surf, wild nightlife, with somehow both a hectic yet relaxed hippie vibe! After arrival, check into the hostel and meet your crew of travelers for a welcome meeting. This evening, join your group for your first night out in crazy-fun Canggu!

    Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

    1h

    Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

    Connect With New Friends

    Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

    Day 2 : Canggu

    You came to an island known around the world for having epic surf, so whether you shred or have never seen a board, today is for you! Join a surf lesson for all levels, getting your footing on land before hitting the water to practice with the instructors. After the lesson, the day is yours! Rent a board to keep practicing, relax on the beach or grab a beer at a cute warung, local Indonesian restaurant.

    Surf Lesson in Canggu

    Canggu

    You came to the one of the world's surf capitals! Now it's time to try it out for yourself! Join a lesson on land to learn the basics and some safety tips. Then catch some waves and shred the gnar.

    Free time:

    Canggu

    Enjoy the rest of the day in Canggu!

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 3 : Canggu/Bulian

    Take a break from Bali's wild side and head north to Bulian. Here we can connect will locals, slow down and enjoy Bali's famed rice terraces. On the way up, we'll stop at the breathtaking Ulundanu Temple, sitting on the edge of Lake Beratan. Continue to Bulian where we'll be welcomed with a drink and lunch. Fuel up for a trek alongside waterfalls, through rice fields and in the local village to connect with the natural and cultural side of Bali. Learn to make Balinese offerings then head to the nearby temple and join a local priest for the ceremony.

    Private Vehicle

    Canggu - Ulundanu 2h 55km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Ulun Danu Temple Complex Visit

    Danau Beratan

    Bring your camera for this floating temple visit; the captivating Ulun Danu Temple, founded by the King of Mengwi in the 17th century, is one of Bali’s most important and most photographed temples.

    Private Vehicle

    Ulundanu - Bulian 2h 45km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Bulian Village Tour

    Bulian

    Learn the unique history of this isolated village and why it's sometimes referred to as the "Lost Kingdom" or "The Land of Curse." We'll embark on a tour of the village and get to know the local people as you wander past plantations, schools, and temples. Dress in local clothing and prepare offerings made of leaves and flowers before heading to a spiritual ceremony where you meet a local priest.

    Bulian Guesthouse Experience

    Bulian

    Bulian Homestay is a community run guesthouse, managed by a strong, dedicated woman of that village, who created an employment opportunity for other women and vulnerable youth of the community, with the hope of preserving their culture and preventing rural urban migration. By supporting this experience you will be directly impacting close to 50 people from the local community and indirectly impacting around 100 people living in the community. Bulian Homestay is a traditional Balinese Style house, converted into a comfortable guesthouse for travelers coming to this quaint village, around 2 hours from Ubud, Bali.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch

    Day 4 : Bulian

    Enjoy all that the beautiful village of Bulian has to offer today on a free day to choose your own adventure. Choose to trek through Lemukih Village to see a durian plantation, beautiful rice terraces, coffee fields and waterfalls! You'll even have the chance to slide down a natural waterslide! Or choose to head out on a bike tour through Bulian to get acquainted with Northern Bali.

    Free time:

    Bulian Full day

    Take today to explore Bulian your way!

    Optional Activities - Day 4

    Lemukih Village Trek

    Bulian

    Trek through Lemukih Village and enjoy the view of rice terrace fields. Stop at a durian plantation and natural water slide, where of course we will have a chance to slide down the water slide! Trek through a coffee plantation, and stop at a local warung for lunch before continuing to two of Bali's most incredible but still undiscovered waterfalls, Fiji and Sekumpul.

    Bulian Village Cycling

    Bulian - Kubutambahan 2h30m

    Get on your mountain bike and ride through the surrounding hills of Bulian Village, past farms and dragon fruit plantations. The route to Kubutambahan goes both up and down hill on paved and dirt roads. Take in the views of North Bali and be rewarded with a swim in the river at the end.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 5 : Bulian/Kintamani

    A free morning gives you the chance to explore the rest of Bulian on your terms. Choose to just chill, or join a local cooking class or sunrise fishing trip. Then jump in the van and drive to Kintamani, the town nestled at the base of Mt Batur to arrive to our campsite for the night. Did we mention this campsite has a hot spring pool? Soak in the hot springs then join us 'round the campfire for a cozy night of camping!

    Free time:

    Bulian Morning

    Spend the morning free in Bulian.

    Private Vehicle

    Bulian - Kintamani 1h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Local Hot Spring Pool

    Kintamani

    Relax in the pools filled with warm mineral waters from a local spring to soothe tired muscles and ease worries away.

    Free time:

    Kintamani

    Enjoy the afternoon free to explore Toya Bungkah in Kintamani.

    Optional Activities - Day 5

    Bulian Cooking Class

    Bulian

    Learn how to cook local recipes during this immersive cooking class at the homestay, then enjoy your creations and a buffet dinner.

    Sunrise Fishing Trip

    Bulian

    Head out on the sea early this morning to catch some fish, take a dip and enjoy a sunrise breakfast.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Dinner

    Day 6 : Kintamani/Ubud

    Rise and shine as we are getting after it today! Waking well before the sun, we'll start our 2 hour trek to reach the Mt Batur summit in time to enjoy an absolutely stunning sunrise. And what's a picturesque sunrise without a lil picnic breakfast, amirite? With the sun finally up, we'll hike back down for a proper breakfast and a well-deserved hot spring soak. Then it's goodbye Kintamani and hello Ubud! On the way, we'll stop at G Adventures-supported PKP Community to meet with the women leaders, visit the garden and enjoy a local lunch. Then, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Ubud. But in the evening, put your party hat on because we're going out! Join your group and CEO for your Big Night Out in Ubud.

    Mount Batur Sunrise Trek

    Kintamani 4h

    Climb to the summit of Mt Batur (1700m), for an amazing sunrise and scenic views. Rest easy—this active volcano is an accessible climb of about two hours.

    Local Hot Spring Pool

    Kintamani

    Relax in the pools filled with warm mineral waters from a local spring to soothe tired muscles and ease worries away.

    Private Vehicle

    Kintamani - Ubud 2h 53km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Pusat Kegiatan Perempuan (PKP) Community Visit

    Banjar Selasih

    Visit the PKP Community, a G-Adventures supported project, for a delicious local lunch made by the women of this enterprise. This centre works to support gender equality and help empower local women through job skill training. PKP is a safe space for women in the community who have experienced discrimination from divorce. We'll meet them over a cup of their specially made tea, tour the garden and learn about the amazing work this organization is doing over lunch.

    Free time:

    Ubud

    Spend the rest of the day free to explore Ubud.

    Big Night Out in Ubud

    Ubud

    We're going out! Get yourself a beer, or maybe some cacao and be ready for a fun night out with your crew in Ubud!

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch

    Day 7 : Ubud

    Say goodbye to your fellow travel buds and depart at any time.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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