Tirta Empul Temple Tour with Spiritual Cleansing
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Duration
3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Makassar
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Experience more than just a visit to Tirta Empul Temple. This tour offers a deeper understanding of Bali's spiritual traditions through meaningful storytelling and cultural insight. Learn the history of the sacred spring, the purpose of each purification fountain, and the significance of the Melukat ritual in Balinese Hindu culture. With guidance from a licensed English-speaking local guide, you'll take part in the purification ceremony with confidence while gaining a genuine connection to Bali's living spiritual heritage.
What's Included
Included
Locker
Offerings, Flowers, Incense sticks
Admission fee
Pickup and drop-off from/to Ubud Palace
Licensed English-speaking guide
Insurance
Balinese traditional attire (sarong & sash) for temple visit and purification
Assistance with photos & videos using your phone
Not included
Pickup and drop-off to/from your hotel
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of Ubud Palace, the designated meeting point for this experience. Your guide will be waiting with a black Toyota Avanza (license plate DK 1696 KO).
End point
Meet your guide in front of Ubud Palace, the designated meeting point for this experience. Your guide will be waiting with a black Toyota Avanza (license plate DK 1696 KO).
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
Meet your guide in front of Ubud Palace. Your guide will be waiting with a black Toyota Avanza (license plate DK 1696 KO). After a brief welcome, enjoy a scenic 30-minute drive through the Balinese countryside to Tirta Empul Temple.
Stop 2
3 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
Explore the three areas of Tirta Empul Temple—the outer courtyard, middle courtyard, and inner courtyard—while your licensed guide explains their history, purpose, and spiritual significance. You will then take part in the traditional spiritual cleansing ritual (melukat), guided step by step. In Balinese Hindu tradition, this ritual is believed to cleanse negative energy, remove spiritual obstacles or curses, and purify the body, mind, and soul.
Pass by stop 3
Pass by stop 3
Following your visit to Tirta Empul Temple, you will travel approximately 30 minutes back to the original meeting point at Ubud Palace, where the experience concludes. During the return journey, your licensed guide may provide additional insights into Balinese culture and Hindu traditions, as well as answer any remaining questions related to the experience.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Participants (women) who are menstruating are respectfully not permitted to join the purification ritual.
Other
Tours may be rescheduled or canceled due to heavy rain or severe weather for safety reasons.
Other
Please download WhatsApp prior to the tour for communication with your guide or host.
Other
Please arrive 5 minutes early at the designated meeting point ( Ubud Palace ).
Other
Bring a towel, change of clothes or extra underwear
Other
Pickup and drop-off are provided at the meeting point ( Ubud Palace ).
Other
Please note that the visit to Tirta Empul Temple and the purification ritual may take longer than 2 hours, depending on crowd levels, temple activities, religious ceremonies, and waiting times at the holy spring fountains. The overall tour duration is approximate and may vary accordingly.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
54 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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