One full day, two kinds of memories. This Nusa Dua private tour strings together temples, waterfalls, and rice terraces, with time to shape the day around your interests. The standout is the drone service that adds aerial photos and video to your trip.

I like the private car setup with an English-speaking driver, because you’re not stuck waiting around for other people’s decisions. I also like how the drone work is handled for you, so your effort goes into being at the right spot, not figuring out camera settings.

The main tradeoff is the pace: most stops run around 30 minutes, so entrance fees and a short attention plan matter. Also, meals and bottled water are not included, and you’ll pay site tickets at the attractions.

Key things to know before you book

• Edited drone highlights included: you get aerial photo and video edits from your day’s key moments
• Private, air-conditioned transportation: just your group, with fuel and parking handled
• A driver who can shape the route: you get flexibility instead of a rigid checklist
• Many iconic stops in one day: plan for a full itinerary with frequent transitions
• Agus-style guidance shows up in reviews: guests highlight punctual pickup and real help at the photo moments

Private car logistics: what the full day is really like

This is a private full-day tour built around convenience. You’ll have an air-conditioned vehicle and your driver will handle fuel and parking fees, which keeps you from constantly thinking about logistics while you’re sightseeing. The day runs about 8 to 10 hours, so it’s long enough to cover a lot of Bali without feeling like you’re rushing from one ticket line to the next forever.

The route is also designed to be adjustable. If you want more time at viewpoints or prefer slower temple stops, you can tell your driver and adjust on the fly. That flexibility is a big part of the value, especially on Bali days when traffic and timing can change.

Price-wise, $33 per person is where this feels smart for what’s included. A private car plus fuel and parking can add up fast on its own, and this tour also includes drone photo and video service with edited highlights. The catch is that entrance fees are not included, and meals and bottled water are extra. So you’re buying the driving, the guide/driver help, and the drone output, then paying on top for sites and food.

Drone service: turning a sightseeing day into edited aerial memories

The headline feature is the drone photo and video service with edited highlights included. That means you’re not just taking selfies near temples and rice terraces. You’re getting a more cinematic view of how all those places connect across the island.

What I find practical about this is the workflow. A good guide can time your stops so you’re in position when it matters, and review feedback specifically calls out drone setup and filming help from Agus Adi. One guest even described the drone videos and photos as making them feel like they were the stars of their own movie, which is exactly what you want from a drone add-on: natural, well-timed shots, not random footage.

One consideration: because you’re on a tight itinerary, you’ll want to treat drone time as part of the sightseeing schedule. With roughly half-hours at many stops, the drone moments tend to happen quickly, so don’t plan to spend extra time shopping unless you’re okay trimming a later stop.

Sacred Monkey Forest to Ubud Palace: jungle and royal Ubud in the first stretch

Stop 1: Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary (Monkey Forest Ubud)

This is a jungle reserve with over 1,200 long-tailed macaques. It’s a fun opener because it sets a lively tone right away, and it also makes it easy to get interesting aerial angles later in the day. Admission tickets are not included, and this stop is listed at about 30 minutes, so you’ll want to focus on walking the paths you care about most rather than trying to see everything.

Stop 2: Ubud Palace (Puri Saren Agung)

Ubud Palace is a historical royal residence built in the early 19th century. Even with a short visit window, you’ll get a sense of Ubud’s palace-era roots and the ongoing cultural importance of the site. Again, tickets aren’t included, and the stop is about 30 minutes, so it’s best as a quick cultural stop, not a slow museum-style wander.

Tirta Empul and Aloha Ubud Swing: sacred water and playful viewpoints

Stop 3: Tirta Empul Temple

Tirta Empul is a sacred Hindu water temple in Manukaya near Ubud, founded in 962 AD. It’s especially known for a holy spring water used for purification, which makes this stop feel more meaningful than a standard photo stop. With about 30 minutes on the schedule and ticket costs not included, I’d treat this as a moment to observe and follow along with the flow, then get back out for the next viewpoints.

Stop 4: Aloha Ubud Swing

This one is more playful. The swings offer views over rice fields, tropical forests, and valleys, and it’s a classic Bali action photo moment. The practical tradeoff is time: with just 30 minutes, you’ll want to decide quickly if you want one swing round or more, because the rest of the route is packed.

Kintamani Highland and Penglipuran: volcano views plus a carefully ordered village

Stop 5: Kintamani Highland

Kintamani is built around a big view: Mount Batur, an active volcano, with Lake Batur below. It’s one of those places where the “just seeing it” part matters, not only the photos. Plan for about 30 minutes here and budget time for the drive connections around it.

Stop 6: Penglipuran Village

Penglipuran is known for a well-preserved traditional village with a reputation for cleanliness and a highly orderly layout. It’s also famous for its uniform architecture, so if you like culture and design, this is worth your short stop. As always, tickets are not included and the listed time is 30 minutes, so it’s a quick cultural snapshot.

Tegenungan Waterfall and Tegalalang Rice Terrace: easy nature stops, iconic angles

Stop 7: Tegenungan Waterfall

Tegenungan Waterfall is one of the more accessible waterfalls near Ubud, set in lush jungle surroundings. It’s a good option in a full-day plan because it’s visually rewarding without needing a long hike-style commitment on the schedule. Tickets are not included, and you’ve got about 30 minutes, so you’ll get photos and enjoy the view rather than a long linger.

Stop 8: Uluwatu Temple (Pura Luhur Uluwatu)

Uluwatu is perched dramatically on a 70-meter-high cliff above the Indian Ocean. This is one of the most “Bali at sunset” style stops on the itinerary, though the exact timing depends on your day’s pacing. Admission tickets are not included, and because this is a cliff temple, I recommend you treat it as a stand-back-and-appreciate stop, then use drone/phone shots when your driver times the moment.

Stop 9: Tegalalang Rice Terrace

Tegalalang is an iconic rice-terrace view north of Ubud. It’s known for emerald-green paddies arranged in dramatic terraces, showing how rice farming shapes Bali’s daily life. You only have 30 minutes, so use that time to pick your best viewpoint angle and get one set of photos that you’ll actually want to keep.

Taman Ayun and Jatiluwih: royal temple gardens then UNESCO rice systems

Stop 10: Taman Ayun Temple

Taman Ayun is a historic royal temple in Mengwi near Ubud, built in the 17th century. It sits inside a garden setting surrounded by a moat, and its name means Beautiful Garden, which matches the slower-feeling vibe you want after fast photo stops. Tickets aren’t included and it’s about 30 minutes, so you’ll likely focus on the main temple-garden area.

Stop 11: Jatiluwih Green Land (UNESCO World Heritage site)

This is a bigger commitment than the others: about 1 hour. Jatiluwih is famous for vast rice terraces and for the traditional Balinese subak irrigation system. The site covers over 600 hectares, so even in one hour you’ll feel the scale. Tickets aren’t included, so budget for that if you want the full UNESCO-style experience.

Ulun Danu Beratan and Handara Gate: a lake temple and a classic split gate photo

Stop 12: Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

Ulun Danu Beratan sits on the shores of Lake Beratan, and it’s dedicated to Dewi Danu, the goddess of water and lakes. The temple was built in the 17th century, which makes it a nice contrast to the modern photo attractions earlier in the day. Tickets aren’t included and the stop is about 30 minutes.

Stop 13: Handara Iconic Gate

Handara Gate is known for the traditional split gate (candi bentar) look and it’s an iconic landmark for photos in the Bedugul region. It’s only on the schedule for about 30 minutes, which works well: you get the landmark shot, then keep moving. Tickets are not included.

Pura Puseh Batuan, Goa Gajah, and local art: spiritual stops plus shopping energy

Stop 14: Pura Puseh Desa Batuan

This temple is part of the Tri Kahyangan temples and dates back to the 11th century. It’s located in Batuan, about 10 kilometers south of Ubud, so it fits well into a day that mixes Ubud culture with other regions. As with the others, entrance fees aren’t included and you’ll have around 30 minutes.

Stop 15: Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave Temple)

Goa Gajah, or Elephant Cave Temple, is a historical sanctuary near Ubud built in the 11th century. It’s known for meditation purposes, which gives you a quieter, reflective pause in the middle of a day full of visual stops. Tickets aren’t included and the stop is about 30 minutes, so it’s best for a meaningful look rather than a long study session.

Stop 16: Sukawati Art Market

Sukawati is an art market known for affordable Balinese art and paintings. This is your practical souvenir stop, and because it’s a market, the vibe is less about monuments and more about browsing and comparing. The schedule gives you 30 minutes, which is enough to find a few items if you go with a budget.

Satria Agrowisata coffee and Jimbaran seafood: end with food and a Bali souvenir story

Stop 17: Satria Agrowisata (coffee agro-tourism)

Satria Agrowisata is an agro-tourism stop focused on coffee cultivation, processing, and roasting, including kopi luwak. Admission is listed as free here, which is a nice cost-control win while still adding a real Bali food-culture component to your day. You’ll have about 30 minutes, so it’s more of an overview experience than a long tasting session.

Stop 18: Jimbaran Bay Seafood (JBS)

Your day finishes in Jimbaran Bay with a beachfront-style seafood dinner where grilled seafood is served right on the sand with ocean views. Meals aren’t included on the tour, but this is a strong way to end a packed itinerary because food becomes the final “slow down” moment. It’s about 30 minutes on the schedule, so plan what you want to order quickly or use your guide’s timing help.

Who this tour is best for (and who should skip it)

This tour is a great fit if you want a private, flexible full-day with a lot of Bali icons and you care about getting drone-edited aerial memories. It also fits well for solo travelers, couples, and honeymoon trips because the private nature means the day feels personal rather than squeezed into a group rhythm. Review feedback repeatedly highlights the driver’s helpfulness, including punctual pickup and photo guidance, with Agus Adi coming up often by name.

I’d think twice if you don’t like tight timing. With about 30 minutes at many stops, you need a clear sense of what matters most to you. If you want long, unhurried time at just one temple or one area, a shorter, fewer-stop tour will feel better.

Should you book this Bali private car with drone service?

I’d book it if you’re the kind of person who wants one day that covers a lot of ground and still produces something you’ll actually enjoy later—edited drone highlights, not just camera-roll snapshots. The value is strongest when you factor in the private transport, fuel/parking coverage, and drone editing all in one package.

Skip it if you hate extra costs. Entrance fees and meals aren’t included, and the itinerary is structured around frequent stops. If you’re okay paying a bit more for tickets and keeping a short list of priorities, this day is an efficient way to see many famous Bali sites while still walking away with strong aerial content.

FAQ

What is included in the Bali private car full day tour?

It includes an air-conditioned vehicle, private transportation, drone service, parking fees, and a private English-speaking driver, plus fuel/petrol fees. Drone photo and video service with edited highlights are included.

What is not included?

Meals, bottled water, entrance fees for the attractions, and goods and service tax (GST) are not included.

Is pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered.

How long is the tour?

The tour runs about 8 to 10 hours.

Are entrance tickets included for each stop?

No. The admission ticket for the places listed is not included.

What does the drone service include?

The drone service includes professional drone photo and video coverage, with edited highlights included.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. It’s private, and only your group will participate.

What is the cancellation window for a full refund?

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel within 24 hours, the amount paid will not be refunded.