Volcano views, rice paddies, and a bike downhill. This Bali Amazing Cycling Tour takes you from the Kintamani area down toward Ubud, with cold-morning mountain scenery that includes Mount Batur and Lake Batur. Along the way, your guide weaves in daily Balinese life as you pass fields, farms, temples, and working farmers.

Two things I especially like: you get guided stops at rice terraces plus a coffee plantation and processing visit, and you don’t just snack between rides. Breakfast and lunch are included in a traditional Balinese family setting, with a vegetarian option available for both meals.

One catch to plan for: free hotel pickup/drop is only in the Ubud area. If your hotel is outside Ubud, you’ll need to arrange transport (extra cost), so check early.

Key highlights you’ll feel during the day

• North-to-south downhill route: Start up near Kintamani and ride down toward Ubud.
• Mount Batur and Lake Batur views: Scenic break built into the morning after an uphill drive.
• Rice terraces + rice paddies walk: You get more than photos; you learn how rice planting works.
• Coffee plantation and processing stop: See how coffee goes from plant to product.
• Balinese breakfast and family-house lunch: Meals are part of the experience, not an afterthought.
• Small-group feel up to 45 people: You’re not swallowed by a massive crowd.

From Kintamani to Ubud: what makes the ride worth it

This tour is built around one simple idea: you start where the views are dramatic, then you ride down toward Ubud. That downhill plan matters. It turns a “bike tour” into a scenic route where you can actually take in what’s around you—terraces, farms, and the daily rhythm of rural Bali.

You also get a guide who explains what you’re seeing instead of leaving you with guesswork. The route passes places tied to everyday Balinese life: traditional houses, Hindu temples, farmers working, and long stretches of rice paddies. For many people, that context is the difference between scenery you pass and scenery you remember.

The 6-hour flow: timing that stays realistic

The day runs like a well-paced morning. Pickup is at 8:30am from your hotel in the Ubud area (free pickup/drop there). The first major stop lands around 9:15am, then you drive uphill for the volcano-and-lake scenery before the main ride starts.

Here’s the rhythm to expect:

• 9:15: rice terraces visit, then a coffee plantation and coffee processing stop
• 9:30: car driving uphill for a scenic breakfast view of Mount Batur and Lake Batur
• 10:30: start cycling downhill through scenic areas and rice paddies
• 13:00: finish cycling and lunch at a traditional Balinese family house
• 13:45: return to your hotel

It’s a compact schedule, but it doesn’t feel rushed because the stops are spaced with actual activities—walking through rice fields, learning the planting process, and taking a real meal break.

Kintamani mornings: rice terraces, coffee, and volcano-lake views

Kintamani is the “setup” part of the tour. You’re headed there early for mountain scenery and a cooler feel, with views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur. If you’ve only seen Bali from beaches, this shift is big—in a good way.

At 9:15am, you visit the famous rice terraces. It’s not just a look-and-go photo stop; you’re there to understand why rice terraces matter to the landscape and to livelihoods. Soon after, you visit a coffee plantation and watch coffee processing along the way. Even if coffee isn’t your thing, this gives you a practical look at how products move from farms to processing.

Then comes the scenic drive uphill. Around 9:30am, you’re treated to breakfast scenery with the volcano and lake. This matters because it gives you a calm moment before you start cycling. You go into the ride energized, not already tired.

Cycling downhill through rice paddies and daily life

The main ride starts at 10:30am, and it’s designed around the sights. You’ll cycle through natural landscapes—rice fields, an orange farm, and jungle-like scenery—while moving along a north-to-south route. The overall plan is downhill, which helps you keep the focus on the scenery instead of battling constant uphill effort.

One of the most valuable parts is what happens off the bike. You’ll walk through the rice paddies and get an explanation of the rice planting process. That’s the kind of detail that makes the countryside feel real. Instead of seeing rows of green, you start to understand the work behind them and how farmers time planting and care.

The tour also includes a cultural thread: traditional Balinese daily life, traditional houses, and Balinese Hindu temples you pass along the way. You’re not stuck in a museum setting. It’s outdoors, surrounded by the same areas where people work and live.

Practical tip: bring shoes that handle uneven ground. The tour asks for shoes or flip-flops, and a small backpack for water and personal items. A camera is a must too—this route gives you multiple good angles, including wide-open mountain views before you leave Kintamani behind.

Lunch in a traditional Balinese family house

By 13:00, cycling ends and you move into lunch. This isn’t a generic buffet stop. You eat Balinese food in a traditional family house setting, which usually means the meal feels grounded in local routine rather than tourist choreography.

Vegetarian options are available for lunch, and you also get bottled water during the tour. That combination is part of the value: you don’t have to spend time finding food or worrying about basic needs mid-ride.

If you’re sensitive to spice, it can help to tell your guide your preference ahead of time when possible, but the tour does clearly offer vegetarian meals. Either way, think of lunch as your reset before the 13:45 return to your hotel.

Price and value: why $40 can work in Bali

At $40 per person, this tour covers more than a bike rental. You get:

• bicycle use
• Balinese breakfast and lunch (vegetarian options available)
• bottled water
• all fees and taxes
• insurance
• pickup/drop in the Ubud area

That package matters because Bali day tours can add up fast once you count transport, meals, and entrance fees. Here, the cost is bundled around a full half-day with multiple stops and a guided route from Kintamani down toward Ubud.

Is it the cheapest cycling option? Maybe. But it’s also not just a bike and a route map. Between the rice terraces, coffee processing, volcano-and-lake scenery, a guided rice paddies walk, and a family-house lunch, you’re paying for time, teaching, and logistics.

Who this tour is best for (and who should reconsider)

This is a strong fit if you want:

• a scenic cycling day that mixes nature and culture
• guided explanations of rice planting and what you’re seeing
• included meals, rather than piecing together food between stops

It also suits most people who are comfortable riding a bike and spending about half a day outdoors. If you’re coming from outside Ubud, note the pickup limitation first. Free pickup/drop only applies to Ubud hotels, and extra transport may be needed for other areas.

Also keep your day flexible around weather. The experience requires good weather, and if it’s canceled due to poor conditions, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund.

Should you book Bali Amazing Cycling Tour with Dejulius Tour?

Book it if you want a real rural Bali feeling without giving up comfort. The route from Kintamani to Ubud, the volcano-and-lake scenery, and the guided rice paddy learning are a great combo for the $40 price point—especially since breakfast, lunch, and water are included.

Consider skipping or checking alternatives if you’re staying well outside Ubud and don’t want to deal with extra transport costs. Also, if you’re allergic to uncertainty about weather, cycling tours can feel weather-dependent.

If you’re in Ubud and you want one memorable day that mixes countryside views with meaningful local context, this is an easy “yes” to put on your plan.

FAQ

FAQ

What time does the Bali Amazing Cycling Tour start?

The tour starts at 8:30am. Pickup is offered at that time from hotels in the Ubud area.

Where does the cycling route go?

The cycling starts from the Kintamani area and finishes in an Ubud village area. The route is described as moving from north to south, with a downhill ride.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

Free pickup and drop-off are included only for hotels in the Ubud area. If your hotel is outside Ubud, you can contact the operator to arrange transport for an extra cost.

What’s included in the price?

The price includes bicycle use, bottled water, Balinese breakfast and lunch (vegetarian options available), all fees and taxes, and insurance.

Is vegetarian food available?

Yes. Vegetarian options are available for both breakfast and lunch.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about 6 hours.

What should I bring with me?

Bring a camera, some cash, sunscreen, shoes or flip-flops, and a small backpack.

How many people are in a group?

The tour has a maximum of 45 travelers.