Bali Private Car Full Day Customized Tour With Drone Service

Bali’s greatest luxury may be not having to choose between a temple, a waterfall, and a rice terrace before breakfast. This private tour gives you a driver-guide, a flexible route, and drone footage, so you can shape a day around the places you care about rather than follow a fixed group schedule.

I like two things in particular: the freedom to adjust the day, and drone photos and video that give you a different view of Bali than the usual phone snapshots. The main drawback is that the many possible stops are spread across the island. In 8 to 10 hours, you’ll need to choose a sensible handful, not try to see everything.

Key points

• Agus Adi is the named driver-guide, and the tour is private for your group.
• Choose your stops and pace, with temples, waterfalls, rice terraces, villages, highland views, and beaches among the options.
• Drone photos and video are included, along with edited highlights.
• The $33 per-person price covers the car, driver, fuel, parking, and drone service, but not admission, meals, water, or goods and services tax.
• Plan for a focused day, not a grand circuit: the 18 possible stops span several parts of Bali.
• You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours ahead.

A private car, with the day in your hands

The appeal here is simple: you get a private, air-conditioned car and an English-speaking driver-guide for up to 10 hours. You can talk through what interests you, then tailor the day around a few places instead of committing to one fixed sightseeing route.

Agus Adi is the named provider. His role is more than getting you from one place to another: visitors describe him helping shape plans, suggesting places, explaining what they were seeing, and taking photos as well as drone footage. One solo visitor booked a second outing with him, and couples describe him adapting their plans. That personal attention is a meaningful part of the offer, though the exact guiding style and route will depend on your day.

The drone service adds a memorable extra. It is included with the car and driver, and edited highlights are part of the package. If you care about having polished keepsakes, that may tip the value in this tour’s favor. Just remember that drone photography is an add-on to the day, not a reason to cram in more stops.

Choose a region, not a checklist

The possible stops range from Ubud and its surroundings to Kintamani, the central highlands, Jatiluwih, Uluwatu, and Jimbaran. That breadth is useful when you are planning, but it is also a warning: these are options, not a realistic promise to visit all 18 places in one day.

Most stops are listed at 30 minutes, with Jatiluwih given an hour. Those brief visits might suit a quick look and some photos, but they leave little room for a long walk, a slow meal, or a deep exploration. Add driving time between regions and the value of a custom day becomes clear: pick a cluster that fits your interests and ask Agus to help make the route workable.

For example, you could focus on Ubud-area temples, rice terraces, and a waterfall, or devote the day to highland scenery and cultural sites. The supplied options do not specify a fixed route or exact travel times, so confirm your preferred stops and priorities before setting off.

Ubud’s temples, market, and monkey forest

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is an easy way to pair tropical greenery with a notable Ubud attraction. It is home to more than 1,200 long-tailed macaques, and the planned 30-minute stop makes this more of a short visit than a leisurely wander. Admission is not included.

Ubud Palace sits in the town center and was built in the early 19th century as a residence for the royal family. Its location makes it a natural choice if you want to combine a cultural stop with the town’s other sights. Again, allow for the short listed visit and check the entrance cost separately.

At Goa Gajah, also called the Elephant Cave Temple, you’ll find an 11th-century sanctuary associated with meditation. The cave entrance is its most recognizable feature, and this stop is a good fit if you want an older religious site alongside the better-known Ubud sights.

Pura Puseh Desa Batuan, in the traditional village of Batuan, also dates to the 11th century. It is one of the village’s Tri Kahyangan temples, making it a useful choice if you want to see a temple in a local community rather than focus only on Ubud’s central attractions.

Sukawati Art Market offers a different kind of stop. It is known for affordable Balinese art and handicrafts, so you can browse and shop instead of spending the whole day at religious sites. The listed 30 minutes can go quickly if you plan to compare items or bargain.

Satria Agrowisata is a coffee-focused visit in Tampaksiring, where you can learn about coffee cultivation, processing, and roasting, including kopi luwak. It is the only stop marked as free admission. If coffee is a priority, ask how much time you can give it; a brief visit may feel rushed.

Water, terraces, and the central highlands

Tirta Empul is a Hindu water temple founded in 962 AD, known for its spring water and purification rituals. It is a place of worship, not simply a photo stop, so arrive ready to be respectful. The listed 30 minutes gives you a short visit, and entrance is extra.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace is an iconic choice near Ubud, with emerald paddies cut into sloping ground. It’s an obvious place to use the drone service, though you’ll want to agree on how photography fits into the stop rather than spend the whole visit staging shots. Admission is not included.

Kintamani Highland brings a change of scenery, with views toward Mount Batur and Lake Batur from a highland setting. It is listed as a 30-minute stop. That may be enough for a viewpoint and photos, but a short visit is not the same as exploring the area at length.

For a larger sweep of rice country, Jatiluwih Green Land is listed for an hour. Its terraces cover more than 600 hectares and are part of the UNESCO-recognized subak irrigation system. The extra time makes this one of the better options if you want a walk and a closer look at how the fields are arranged. Admission is not included.

Taman Ayun Temple, built in the 17th century, is surrounded by a moat and gardens. Its name means Beautiful Garden, a clue that the grounds are part of the attraction. The 30-minute visit should suit a quick circuit, while anyone wanting time for a slower stroll may need to adjust the rest of the day.

At Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, the setting on Lake Beratan is central to the visit. This 17th-century water temple is dedicated to Dewi Danu, the goddess of water and lakes. The highland location makes it a natural pairing with Handara Gate, though the drive between stops and other regions needs to be part of your planning.

Handara Gate is a famous split gate at the entrance to Handara Golf & Resort Bali. It’s a quick photo stop rather than a temple visit, and it may be worth choosing if you want a recognizable image from the highlands. Admission is not included.

Waterfalls, village streets, and coastal views

Tegenungan Waterfall is near Ubud and is described as easily accessible, with a cascade of around 15 meters amid tropical greenery. The stop is listed for 30 minutes, so treat it as a brief visit rather than a long pause by the water. Admission is extra.

Penglipuran Village is known for its orderly layout, traditional architecture, and preserved Balinese culture. A walk through the village gives you a different perspective from the temples and viewpoints, but the 30-minute stop means you’ll need to keep moving. Admission is not included.

Uluwatu Temple occupies a cliff above the Indian Ocean, around 70 meters high. It is one of Bali’s most striking settings, but it sits in southern Bali while many other choices are in or near Ubud and the central highlands. Pair it with nearby coastal stops rather than trying to add it casually to a distant route.

Jimbaran Bay is known for beachfront seafood dining, with fresh grilled seafood served on the sand. The stop is listed at 30 minutes, but meals are not included, so check with Agus if you want to eat there and allow enough time. A rushed meal would miss much of the point.

A beach-focused outing is also supported by the tour’s flexibility. One visitor describes a beach day with drone footage, but no specific beach is named among the listed stops. If beaches are your priority, discuss which locations are possible before booking rather than assuming a particular beach is part of the standard route.

What $33 buys, and what it leaves out

At $33 per person, the price includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking driver, fuel, parking fees, and drone service with edited highlights. For a private day with a driver and photography, that is a useful bundle, especially if you are splitting the cost with others.

But the price is not an all-in ticket to Bali’s attractions. Entrance fees are excluded, as are meals, bottled water, and goods and services tax. Those extras can change the day’s total, particularly if you choose several temples or paid attractions. Check the admission costs for your preferred stops and bring water, since it is not provided.

The private format helps you use your time on your priorities, but it does not erase Bali’s distances. A route that spans Ubud, Kintamani, Jatiluwih, Uluwatu, and Jimbaran would be ambitious for one day. I’d choose one broad area, then build in a few stops that genuinely interest you.

Making the drone service work for you

The drone footage is one of the tour’s distinctive features. You get photos and video, with edited highlights included, and accounts of the outings describe Agus taking pictures as well as operating the drone. For a honeymoon, a solo trip, or a special day with family, that can turn ordinary sightseeing into a set of keepsakes.

It’s worth being clear about what matters most to you. If you want a relaxed visit to a temple or a longer walk through rice fields, say so before the day begins. If the photos are a priority, discuss the locations and time needed. The supplied details do not promise a particular number of images, length of video, delivery schedule, or permission to fly in every location, so ask about those specifics rather than assume.

The best use of the service is to let it complement the day. A rice terrace, a cliffside view, or a beach may offer a striking setting, but the place itself should still be worth visiting even if the camera is put away.

Who should book this Bali day

I’d consider this tour if you value choice, want a private car, or would like photos and drone video without arranging a separate photographer. It can suit solo visitors, couples, and families or small groups who want to move at their own pace. The private format means only your group participates.

It is less suited to anyone hoping to see every famous Bali sight in one long day. The full set of possible stops is too broad to treat as a single route, and the brief stop times favor quick visits. You’ll get more from the day by naming your top interests and choosing a compact route with Agus.

Booking is typically made about five days ahead. Confirmation is received at booking, and most people can participate. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund; cancellations inside that window are not refundable, and changes made within 24 hours are not accepted.

Should you book it?

Book this if you want a flexible private day, like the idea of having Agus help shape the route, and will make use of the included drone service. At $33 per person, it offers good value for the car, driver, fuel, parking, and edited footage, provided you budget separately for admission, food, water, and tax.

Skip it if your goal is to check off every attraction in Bali, or if you prefer a fixed guided program with entrance fees and meals bundled in. For the best day, pick a region, name your must-sees, and leave enough time to enjoy them.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 8 to 10 hours, with up to 10 hours of touring included.

What is the price?

The listed price is $33 per person. Admission fees, meals, bottled water, and goods and services tax are not included.

Is the tour private?

Yes. It is a private activity, and only your group participates.

Who is the driver-guide?

The named provider is Agus Adi. The tour includes a private English-speaking driver.

Can I choose the places I visit?

Yes. The route is customizable, with options including temples, waterfalls, rice terraces, villages, highland sights, and beaches.

Is drone photography included?

Yes. Drone photo and video service is included, along with edited highlights.

Are entrance fees included?

No. Admission to places you visit is not included. Satria Agrowisata is marked as free admission.

Are meals and bottled water provided?

No. Meals and bottled water are not included.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not refundable, and changes within that period are not accepted.