Besakih Temple

The Pura Besakih is the largest and most sacred temple in Bali, it is also called “the mother temple”. This temple is located on the slopes of the Gunung Agung and this means that here too you have to reckon with a considerable walk to reach the temple. This temple is the spiritual center of the island, it is a huge complex that consists of more than 200 structures. The site is where the first holy revelation was received by Rsi Markendya. The pioneer of Balinese Hinduism.

This makes Besakih the first Hindu temple ever built in Bali and also the holiest. Pilgrims of all castes come from every corner of Bali to pray and take part in various religious ceremonies at the temple.

Very impressive and definitely worth a visit!

Transportation from the airport to your villa

We can arrange transportation from the airport (or from everywhere in Bali) to the villa for you. The transportation costs from the airport are RP 400k -650k for a car for 4/5 people with luggage or RP 650k – 850k for a larger car (suitable for 8-9 people with luggage). Our private driver will be waiting for you in the arrival hall (or lobby) to take you comfortably to the villa in an air-conditioned car. The transfer is not included in the rental price and must be paid directly to the driver upon arrival at the villa.

You can arrange your return trip to the airport (or any other place) with our staff while staying at the villa.

You can also use our private driver for day trips or cab services. Most of our guests do so. Appointments can be made through our villa staff or through our helpdesk/villa manager. The driver speaks very good English and is a good guide, he knows the nicest places and hotspots to visit in Bali! The use of an air-conditioned car with driver is only RP 650k per day (4-5 people) and RP 850k for a large car (8-9 people) this includes the car rental, fuel and English speaking driver for 8 hours per day. Each additional hour costs RP 100k extra.

Nearby:

• Ujung Water Palace
• Euro Dive Bali
• Pura Penataran Pande Jasri
• Anandinii Organic Garden & Kitchen
• Charlys Chocolate Factory
• Yellow Bridge Tukad Yeh Unda
• Mount Agung
• Enjoy dining, shopping and activities in Amlapura
• A motorbike ride through the beautiful nature of East Bali
• Enjoy a massage at the villa
• Take a dip in your own private pool

Hotspots for a daytrip:

• Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary – about 41 km
• Campuhan Ridge Walk – about 40 km
• Sanur Beach – 50 km
• Seminyak Beach – 60 km
• Nusa Dua Beach – 60 km
• Kuta Beach – 60 km
• Waterbom Park – 59 km
• Tanah Lot Tempel – 62 km
• Uluwatu Temple – 70 km

You will be surprised by this authentic part of Bali, more and more people are discovering the east coast!

Relaxation and celebration

In need of relaxation? Enjoy a wonderful Balinese or Thai massage, easily organized by the staff, even on short notice. They will be happy to come to the villa.

Something to celebrate? Birthday or honeymoon? Let the staff know! They will do their best to make it special!

Scooter

There is also an option to rent motorcycles / scooters for RP 80k – RP 90k per day, including insurance. The staff can easily arrange this for you, even at short notice.

Tirta Gangga Water Palace

The Tirta Gangga water palace was built in 1947 as a country retreat for the former king. It is a garden with a kind of sacred pond where there are statues spouting water. Between the statues and the tiles in the pond swim large carp. It is touristy, but well worth visiting. Jump over the tiles in the pond and feed the big koy carp. If you want you can even take a dip in the swimming pond.

tip: It is a nice ride from your villa to Tirta Gangga on the scooter.

Service:

Your personal villa staff will also be available to help with tours /travel /transportation/ babysitting, arrange massages and spas and generally provide advice and information to ensure you have a truly unforgettable vacation experience.

It is also possible to get cooking lessons from the staff. Fun to do and experience! Ask them to share the kitchen with you so you can learn to prepare the most delicious Indonesian dishes!

Let them teach you how to make the little sacrificial baskets they use for their daily ceremony. You will enjoy it!

Pantai Pasir Putih

Op tien minuten rijden van Villa Hidden Jewel, vlakbij het waterpaleis Ujung ligt het mooie White Sand Beach, ook wel Virgin Beach of Pantai Pasir Putih genoemd. White sand beach ligt in een prachtige natuurlijke omgeving. Het strand strekt zich uit langs een wonderschone baai die omgeven wordt door kliffen, veel groen en bomen. Een geschikte plek om lekker in zee te wemmen, te relaxen op een van de vele ligbedden of een strandwandeling. Wij gaan er vaak lunchen bij Warung Gusti, heerlijke verse vis en vriendelijke service. Geef aan dat je slaapt in Villa Hidden Jewel en je krijgt je bedje gratis

Taman Ujung Water Palace

Taman Ujung is a natural sanctuary that really has a beautiful setting. The water palace is located not too far from Tirta Gangga water palace and Virgin Beach.

The palace was built by the old king Raja of Karangasem. The area has three large ponds connected by bridges over which you can walk.

It is fun to visit this water palace in the morning, for example, and go to White Sand Beach in the afternoon. This is a beautiful white beach about 10 minutes from Taman Ujung.

Visit a local market

Almost daily there is a market in the immediate area, vibrant colors and countless smells. Here you can get the freshest fruits, flowers and fish (your staff can prepare the fish for your dinner!). Ask the staff to accompany them in the early morning or go out yourself!

Tenganan Village

Tenganan Village in East Bali is one of the Bali Aga (indigenous Balinese) communities that’s famous for its well-preserved village layout and the ongoing survival of its traditional crafts. The village is only an short drive from your villa.