Mind, Body and Spirit Purification

• Tegalalang

  1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Free

  We start day 2 from Byakaon Upacara held in Manuaba village. This ceremony is aimed at cleansing human mind, speech and spirit. We will dress in Sarong, a traditional Balinese clothing and Hindu holy man, known as Jero Mangku, will take the lead. Mangku will guide us through the journey involving presenting the offering, calming the mind, and praying to the ancestors and the God. Byakaon comes from the root words baya and kaon. Baya means anything that is harmful to each ceremony of Yadnya, Pralingga, including that contained within oneself, which can then cause negative upheavals when thinking, speaking and behaving which originates from Ahamkara (Egoism). While the word Kaon means to eliminate. Banten Bayakaon has a meaning as a symbol to eliminate all forms of distress and all negative turmoil originating from Ahamkara. During the ceremony Banten Byakala is used to ask Sang Hyang Agni for strength so that all behavior is avoided from all things that are not good or are harmful.

• Pura Griya Sakti Manuaba

  15 minsAdmission Ticket Included

  After the ceremony we will visit Pura Griya Sakti which is a Balinese Hindu temple located in the same village of Manuaba, on a mound flanked by two rivers on the right and left with Kroya trees (Ficus Bengalis) that grow right behind the north side of the main shrine of the temple. Pura Griya Sakti is an important worship place and a forerunner to the history of the Manuaba Brahmans in Bali. The temple was founded by Pedanda Manuaba in the 17th century. Pedanda Manuaba is the grandson of Pedanda Sakti Wau Rauh (Pedanda Nirartha) who is considered to be the first brahman to have arrived in Bali from Java after the fall of the Majapahit Empire. The ancient temple was renovated in the late 1990s with new temple wall encircling the temple complex and the Wantilan - a Balinese pavilion, and a couple of new candi bentar, or split, gateways.

• Manuaba Waterfall

  40 minsAdmission Ticket Included

  After the temple we will walk to the local waterfall where you will be able to bathe in the holy waters and take some amazing pictures. Unlike any other known waterfalls around Ubud, Manuaba Waterfall was first opened not too long ago in 2019 and is still rarely touched by travelers. Before reaching the waterfall you will be passing through a beautiful untouched forest. And after a short walk you will sink into the calming atmosphere of Manuaba Waterfall! The small yet charming waterfall is surrounded by fertile tropical greeneries which can soothe the eyes. The peaceful sound of nature overheard around the place further complements the dazzling view of the waterfall. The locals of Kenderan village believe that the waters of Manuaba Waterfall possess a special quality to strengthen your body and soul. The water that flows from the waterfall is also believed to be blessed by the ruler of Lake Batur according to the locals.

• Batur Sari Restaurant

  1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

  After the waterfall we will stop by lunch in Kintamani restaurant with a breathtaking uninterrupted view of mount Batur. Cool moutain air with volcano view will make this lunch to be remembered.

• Besakih Temple

  1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included

  After lunch we will drive to Besakih Temple, built in 1284. You will be immerged into a true Balinese traditional spirit and enjoy breathtaking views from this ancient complex of temples. Pura Agung Besakih is a world-class tourist destination well known to both domestic and foreign tourists. It is the largest temple on the island of the Gods, and is often referred to as The Mother of Temples. Besakih is located in Besakih Village on the western slope of Mount Agung, at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level, making the air cool. The natural atmosphere in this area feels calm, peaceful and pleasant. The location of the Besakih Temple was deliberately chosen in a village considered sacred because of its high location, which was called Hulundang Basukih which later became Besakih Village. The name Besakih is taken from Sanskrit, wasuki or in Old Javanese basuki which means safe. Besakih is called the mother of temples because it is the center of activity for all temples in Bali.

• Puri Agung Blahbatuh

  45 minsAdmission Ticket Included

  After Besakih we will visit Puri Ageng Blahbatuh - one of the biggest castles in Gianyar which is a residence to the royal family and now a very interesting cultural tourism destination to visit. The castle was rebuilt in the 16th century which still retains the splendor of Balinese architectural art that is unique and beautiful to enjoy. Previously Puri Ageng Blahbatuh was closed to the public to maintain the privacy. But now it is open to the community and cultural lovers internationally. Puri access is open to visitors to see various royal relics including daily activities at Puri Ageng Blahbatuh. You can also find various weapons, statues, and antiques such as a famous sacred mask of Patih Gajah Mada - a warlord and mahapatih, title equivalent to prime minister, who was a very influential figure during the Majapahit kingdom that lasted almost three and a half centuries from 1293 until dissolution in 1527 A.D.