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2 UBUD CULTURAL DAY TOUR AND MONKEY FOREST Price USD 45/pax A trip to Ubud is an excellent way to gain an insight into Bali s artistic heritage. This trip will take you to a traditional Batik factory, where you will learn about each stage of the production process of this ancient and intricate art. Then, you will visit Celuk Village, one of many small crafting villages known to produce high quality gold and silver handicrafts, particulary jewelry. You will have the opportunity to witness the goldsmiths and silversmiths in action. Next, you will continue the trip to Mas Village, a Balinese village known to produce some of the best wood carvings in the world. Here, you can find a typical style of wood carving characterized by a synergy between humanism and naturalism. The last stop of this trip is Monkey Forest, a natural forest sanctuary that is home to a horde of grey long-tailed macaques. Price USD 45/pax TANAH LOT TOUR Uncover Bali s spiritual side on this half-day tour to Tanah Lot, one of Indonesia s most magnificent religious temples. Commonly known as the temple of the rock, Tanah Lot is set upon a black-stone peninsula that juts into rippling waters. You will find breathtaking view, fresh air, and deep spiritual connection here. Prior to visiting Tanah Lot, you will stop at Pura Taman Ayun Temple, which is also known as the royal temple of the Mengwi Kingdom. You will find well-preserved architecture surrounded by lotus ponds and tropical gardens. The next part of the tour includes a visit to Alas Kedaton, a dense nutmeg forest that is home to hordes of grey long-tailed macaques. SOCIAL PROGRAMME 112

3 GARUDA WISNU KENCANA AND ULUWATU TEMPLE Price USD 55/pax Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) Cultural Park is a 60 ha area of cultural park dedicated to embrace as well as preserve the artistic, cultural, and spiritual aspects of Bali. The main icon is the incredible monument of Garuda Wisnu Kencana, the tallest and largest modern statue, designed by Nyoman Nuarta. The statue depicts God Vishnu riding the great Garuda as his trusted companion. After exploring GWK Cultural Park, you will visit Uluwatu Temple, this temple sits on a 70 meters high cliff protruding above the Indonesian Ocean. You can enjoy spectacular views, observe wild monkeys, or watch traditional Balinese dance (Kecak Dance) performance during sunset. PENGLIPURAN VILLAGE AND KINTAMANI Price USD 50/pax Experience life untouched by modern influences at Penglipuran Village, a beautiful highland village in East Bali, best known for its well-preserved culture and village layout. This village still holds its original traditions, ceremonies and rules of the ancient Balinese people. Houses in this village still follows old Balinese spatial and architectural set of rules: old bricks still stand in their place, traditional kitchens are covered in soot from the billowing wood fire hearths, and compounds are uniquely laid out. Then, you will have lunch at your next stop, Kintamani, which offers a breathtaking view of an active volcano and lake Batur. SCIENTIFIC TIME TABLE 113

4 BEDUGUL AND BOTANIC GARDEN TOUR Price USD 50/pax This trip will take you to Bedugul, a large area in the central highland of Bali and is famed for imposing mountains, picturesque lakes, beautiful trekking routes, and impressive Ulun Danu water temple. Then, you will visit the expansive Botanic Garden, which provides you with a deeper understanding of the rich plant diversity that makes Bali so green. Highlights of the collection include the orchid greenhouses filled with colorful blooms, the succulents garden, where visitors can learn about the cacti of East Bali, and the maze. QUAD BIKE (ATV) ADVENTURE-SINGLE/TANDOM Price USD 90/pax Enjoy a full adventure by your own all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and try out a challenging track to get your adrenaline pumping during your Bali vacation. Climb onto a quad bike and follow an experienced guide along a challenging track, suitable for all skill levels. Motor past a picturesque landscape of rice fields, bamboo forest and lush riverside flanked by traditional Balinese villages. Price USD 87/pax RAFTING AT UBUD Experience the adventurous river rafting journey at Ayung River in Ubud. Feel you heart race as you encounter rapids, then calm down in tranquil pools and pacific waterfalls. From your safe vantage point on the water, gaze deep into Bali s gorgeous dense jungles, and steal a glimpse of the wild jungle. After finishing rafting, refresh your body by getting a shower, and enjoy a buffet lunch at a restaurant with stunning views as you bask in the energy of one of Bali s most tranquil settings. SOCIAL PROGRAMME 114

5 For more information and registration, please contact: Handaya Dinda Kindly visit the travel agent s booth, located near the photobooth area Terms and conditions: - Each tour is available on September 6-9, A minimum of 2 persons are required for the tour to run - If you plan to join any tour, prior registration is needed (1 day before at the latest) - Price is inclusive of: return transfers (from and to BNDCC), entrance fee at objects visited, meals at local restaurant, and mineral water SCIENTIFIC TIME TABLE 115