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Sacred Balance: Bali Wellness & Cultural Immersion

Terms & Conditions

Trip Date
Price from
$5495
Single Supplement
$0
Number of Days
8
Highlights & Inclusions
  • Explore in a small group of maximum 8 women travelers as you journey through Bali's spiritual landscapes and wellness traditions, from beachfront serenity to volcanic summits.
  • Certified yoga and wellness instructors lead you through daily wellness practices including yoga, journaling, and goal setting workshops.
  • 20 meals included: 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners featuring authentic Balinese cuisine, fresh tropical ingredients, and international flavors at seaside restaurants, traditional warungs, and your private villa.
  • 15 curated wellness and cultural experiences including daily yoga sessions, traditional Balinese massages, Mount Batur sunrise jeep adventure, Sacred Monkey Forest exploration, coffee plantation tour, traditional arts workshops (painting and wood carving), comprehensive temple circuit (Tanah Lot with Kecak dance, Ulun Danu Beratan, Banyumala Waterfall, Jatiluwih Rice Terraces), water purification ceremony with blessing, and hands-on Balinese cooking class.
  • 7 nights in a stunning villa with tropical gardens, pool access, and serene spaces designed for relaxation and rejuvenation.
  • All ground transportation including private airport transfers, comfortable air-conditioned vehicles for temple tours and cultural excursions, and early morning Mount Batur adventure transport.
  • Women Travel Abroad female host serves as trip concierge and community builder, ensuring seamless travel and lasting friendships throughout the journey.
  • Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters are included for your convenience.

Please note:
Deposit requirement on land trips is $400
Past traveler savings of 5% if you traveled from 2018 onward
New travelers get $100 savings

Itinerary

Discover the transformative power of Bali, where ancient spiritual traditions meet modern wellness practices on this rejuvenating eight-day journey. Begin each morning with a private yoga class as tropical breezes wash over you, then surrender to the healing touch of traditional Balinese massage therapists who have perfected their craft through generations. Watch the sun rise from the volcanic summit of Mount Batur, walk among playful monkeys in sacred forest temples, and feel the cool mountain spring water cleanse your spirit during a profound purification ceremony led by a Balinese priest.

Beyond relaxation, immerse yourself in the island's rich cultural tapestry through hands-on experiences. Learn ancient wood carving techniques from master artisans, master the art of Balinese cooking alongside local chefs, and witness the mesmerizing Kecak fire dance as flames flicker against the sunset at Tanah Lot Temple. Wander through emerald rice terraces that cascade down mountainsides, explore floating temples on volcanic lakes, and discover hidden waterfalls tucked into jungle ravines.

This journey balances restorative wellness with cultural adventure, creating space for both inner reflection and joyful connection with like-minded women. Return home not just refreshed, but transformed, carrying the peaceful spirit of Bali and friendships forged through shared wonder and discovery.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

DAY 1 - JUNE 1: ARRIVAL & BEACHFRONT WELCOME

Your Bali adventure begins the moment you land at Ngurah Rai International Airport, where private transportation whisks you away to your beachfront villa sanctuary. Feel the warm tropical air embrace you as you arrive at your home for the week, where swaying palms frame views of the azure Indian Ocean and frangipani blossoms perfume the garden pathways. Take time to settle into your comfortable room, perhaps dipping your toes in the pool or strolling along the beach to shake off travel fatigue. As evening approaches, gather with your fellow travelers at a seaside restaurant where waves provide the soundtrack to your welcome dinner. Raise a glass to the adventures ahead as you begin forming connections with the remarkable women who will share this transformative journey. The gentle rhythm of island life begins to work its magic from your very first evening.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodations: Villa Kailisha or similar

DAY 2 - JUNE 2: WELLNESS & SACRED DANCE

Greet the morning sun during your first oceanfront yoga session, where gentle movements and mindful breathing set the tone for a day of restoration and wonder. Surrender to the ancient healing arts of Bali as skilled therapists perform traditional Balinese massages, their practiced hands releasing tension you didn't know you carried. The afternoon offers blissful freedom to lounge by the pool with a good book, wade into the warm ocean waters, or simply drift into a hammock nap beneath rustling palms. As the day cools, venture to the clifftop Batu Bolong Temple, where ocean spray mists the ancient stones. Tonight's highlight awaits at Tanah Lot Temple, one of Bali's most iconic sea temples. Watch spellbound as performers circle in the Kecak dance, their rhythmic chanting building to a crescendo as fire dancers leap through flames and the sun melts into the Indian Ocean, painting the sky in brilliant oranges and purples.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Villa Kailisha or similar

DAY 3 - JUNE 3: UBUD'S CULTURAL HEART

Begin with morning yoga before journeying inland to Ubud, the artistic and spiritual soul of Bali. Step into the enchanting Sacred Monkey Forest, where sunlight filters through the jungle canopy and curious long-tailed macaques scamper across moss-covered temple ruins that have stood for centuries. Ancient stone carvings peek through tropical vegetation as you wander pathways where the sacred and natural worlds intertwine. After a leisurely lunch in charming Ubud, visit a traditional coffee plantation nestled in the hillsides. Learn the fascinating process behind Bali's world-famous coffee production, from cherry to cup, and sample the legendary kopi luwak alongside other aromatic brews and herbal teas. As you return to your villa for dinner, reflect on the day's adventures and rest well in preparation for tomorrow's early volcanic adventure. The mountain calls, and you'll want energy for the spectacular sunrise that awaits.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Villa Kailisha or similar

DAY 4 - JUNE 4: MOUNT BATUR SUNRISE ADVENTURE

Adventure calls before dawn as you depart at 2:30am for an unforgettable Mount Batur experience. Board your sturdy jeep and journey through the darkness toward Bali's active volcanic landscape, where adventure meets dramatic natural beauty. As your vehicle climbs the volcanic terrain, anticipation builds with every curve. Arrive at the summit viewing point just as the first golden light breaks across the horizon, illuminating the caldera lake far below and casting long shadows across neighboring peaks. The panoramic vista stretches endlessly, volcanic steam rising mysteriously from vents as the sun transforms the sky through shades of pink, orange, and gold. Savor breakfast with this breathtaking backdrop before descending mid-morning. The afternoon is yours to recover with more massage treatments, peaceful pool time, or beach meditation as you process the morning's majesty. This evening, dine at a dramatic cliffside restaurant where the ocean stretches to infinity and conversation flows as freely as the tropical breeze.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Villa Kailisha or similar

DAY 5 - JUNE 5: ARTISTIC TRADITIONS & CREATIVE EXPRESSION

Following your now-familiar morning yoga practice and breakfast, delve into Bali's extraordinary artistic heritage. Visit the fascinating Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, where centuries of Indonesian theatrical tradition come alive through ornate masks and intricately crafted shadow puppets. Each piece tells stories passed through generations, from Hindu epics to village folklore. Then roll up your sleeves for hands-on creativity as local master artisans welcome you into their workshops. Try your hand at traditional Balinese painting techniques, learning the intricate brushwork and symbolic colors that define this ancient art form. Next, discover the meditative practice of wood carving as skilled craftsmen demonstrate how they transform simple blocks into elaborate sculptures using techniques unchanged for generations. Feel the connection to centuries of artists as you create your own small masterpiece to carry home. Return to the villa in the afternoon with newfound appreciation for Balinese creativity and free time to relax before dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Villa Kailisha or similar

DAY 6 - JUNE 6: HIGHLAND TEMPLES & SACRED LANDSCAPES

After breakfast and yoga, embark on a full-day journey through Bali's breathtaking central highlands. Your first stop is the stunning Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, its multi-tiered pagodas appearing to float on the misty shores of a volcanic crater lake. Mountains rise dramatically in the background as traditional canoes glide across mirror-calm waters. Continue to the hidden Banyumala Waterfall, where twin cascades tumble into an emerald pool surrounded by lush jungle. The short trek to reach this secret paradise rewards you with cool mist and the thundering music of falling water. Browse the colorful chaos of Bedugul Traditional Market, where vendors sell everything from tropical fruits to hand-woven textiles. After lunch, wander through the magnificent Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage site where impossibly green rice paddies cascade down mountainsides in perfect geometric patterns. This ancient subak irrigation system has sustained Balinese farmers for over a thousand years, creating one of the world's most photographed landscapes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Villa Kailisha or similar

DAY 7 - JUNE 7: PURIFICATION & CULINARY CELEBRATION

Enjoy a leisurely free morning to embrace the villa's amenities at your own pace. Perhaps take one last beach walk, journal on your private terrace, shop for souvenirs in nearby boutiques, or simply savor unhurried moments of tropical tranquility. This afternoon brings one of your journey's most profound experiences as you participate in a traditional water purification ceremony at a sacred temple. Dressed in ceremonial sarongs, receive blessings from a Balinese priest before stepping into the holy spring water. Feel the cool mountain water cascade over you from ancient stone spouts as you move through the ritual cleansing pools, releasing what no longer serves you and emerging spiritually renewed. This sacred practice has been performed by Balinese Hindus for centuries, and participating offers deep insight into the island's spiritual heart. Tonight, celebrate your transformative journey with a hands-on Balinese cooking class that doubles as your farewell dinner. Learn to prepare authentic dishes like satay, lawar, and nasi goreng alongside local chefs, then feast together on your culinary creations while reminiscing about the week's highlights and exchanging contact information with your travel companions.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodations: Villa Kailisha or similar

DAY 8 - JUNE 8: DEPARTURE

Savor one final breakfast overlooking the ocean, perhaps taking a last morning stroll along the beach to commit the sound of the waves and the scent of tropical flowers to memory. Private transportation arrives to escort you to Ngurah Rai International Airport for your homeward journey. Depart Bali carrying more than photographs and souvenirs. You leave with renewed energy, deeper inner peace, a treasure trove of cultural knowledge, and friendships forged through shared adventure and authentic connection. The spirit of Bali travels with you, a reminder that transformation happens when we open ourselves to new experiences and the magic of meaningful travel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: N/A

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