SOUTH PACIFIC EXOTIC
ESCAPE TO BALI
ONLY $2498 + TAX
INCL ROUND TRIP AIR FROM LOS ANGELES,
7 Nights first class accommodations,
exciting tours and more
Sept. 29th-Oct. 7th, 2012
WITH OPTIONAL 3 DAY/2 NIGHT ORIENTAL
ESCAPE EXTENSION TO TAIPEI, TAIWAN
October 7th-9th
Are you looking for an
exotic escape to PARADISE with a full filled week of activity?
Join us on the tropical
island of Bali for fun under the sun like no other place.
In Bali, enjoy some
of the world’s best beaches, plus an included tour to a natural monkey forest
where you can walk forested trails with monkeys hanging and jumping from tree
to tree in their own natural habitat.
Enjoy an included half
day Elephant safari tour that will
amaze and excite you with the opportunity to ride aboard these tremendous
creatures and an included zipline tour carrying you from tree top to tree top
over the lush forest, followed by a visit to a scenic botanical gardens and
lunch along a scenic lake.
A thrilling white water rafting excursion is
another included highlight.
Two included evening excursions – A relaxing dinner cruise with live musical
entertainment one evening and a farewell
dinner on our last night in Bali.
An optional excursion
to enjoy a guided mountain hike for a breathtaking Sunrise and a dip in a
natural hot spring is a special treat for those who love activity and the
beauty of the mountains.
We will enjoy 3
nights in Ubud, the hopping island center known for its great shopping and
nightlife and then spend 4 nights on one of the most pristine beaches in
the world at a 5 star Melia branded resort and spa.
Weather that is picture perfect
in September with avg. highs in the low 80’s and virtually no rain, make
this a one of a kind special trip for all.
Plus,
if you wish a little more excitement, join us for our optional 3 day/2 night extension to witness the Asian cultures of
Taipei Taiwan.
TRIP
ITINERARY:
September 29, 2012
We will depart from LOS ANGELES (LAX airport) today on Eva
Airlines at 1:55am for our flight to Bali, via one flight connection in Taiwan.
(arrive Taipei at 6:15 am and depart at 10:10am for our nonstop flight to Bali)
September 30th
– We will arrive in Bali at 3:15 in the afternoon
Upon arrival in the
early afternoon, we will be met and escorted through the customs and visa
clearance (Local visa is included in our tour package and provided to all
passengers).
After claiming bags we will be
transferred to our hotel, - the 4 star
Pertiwi Resort, located in the heart of the famed Ubud shopping and nightlife
district.
The hotel’s central
but quiet location is ideal. It’s set
in a tropical landscape with two swimming pools and proximity to both the
Monkey forest and Ubud’s King Palace, just steps away from many tourist
activities.
The popular Ubud
shops are right on the main road in front of the resort a few minute walk away,
as are the museums.
A Unique experience right here at Pertiwi Resorts and Spa ! Nestled
in a tropical corner of the vast compound, the Tropical Spa comprises four
individual pavilions.
A Special range of programs that incorporate traditional massages aromatherapy
and the art of complete relaxation. All treatment utilizes the finest blend of
essential oils and indigenous herbs and plants.
There is also a complete Jacuzzi system with two different
temperatures to soak away while enjoying a herbal cocktail or spice tea.
The Beji Spa is a place to be experienced! Open from 9am till 8pm.
Or simply call the Front Office to arrange for treatment.
MAIN POOL
The remainder of the
day is at leisure to relax and explore the Ubud area at leisure.
October 1st, 2012
- This morning is at leisure to relax or explore the shops of Ubud.
This afternoon we will
be picked up by private transport and taken to enjoy a Half day tour of the Mengawi temple, The Monkey Forest and a
Tanah Lot Temple for a chance to witness an incredible sunset.
On this tour you will take a journey into the countryside by coach and make
a stop to take a short walk (approx. 300 meters) through Scenic Terraced Rice Paddies,
cultivated in unique Balinese style, surrounded by coconut trees and tropical
horticultural plants including sweet potatoes and tapioca. At the end of your
stroll, relax in a Balinese pavilion and sample traditional Indonesian fried tapioca
and sweet potato together with mineral water, tea or coffee.
After leaving the village of Gulingan, you will drive along to the Royal Temple
of Mengwi - Pura Taman Ayun. Dating from 1634, this picturesque complex
surrounded by a moat with multi-roofed meru shrines and intricately carved
wooden gates.
You will then proceed to the sacred Monkey
Forest, a cluster of towering trees which is home to hundreds of monkeys.
Ooh! ooh! eeh! eeh! The forest offers walking trails to explore the
monkeys’ natural habitat, where you can watch them swinging from the tree
limbs.
A couple of the monkeys that inhabit the monkey forest |
Sampling of the dense forest that surrounds the public paths. |
The last stop on the tour is Tanah Lot, famous in Bali as the
Sunset Temple. Experience
the sunset beyond the black lava towers of the sacred 16th century temple,
built on a lava rock 200 meters off shore.
Tanah Lot means "Land in the Middle of the sea" in Balinese language. The temple sits on a
huge offshore rock which has been shaped continuously over the years by the
ocean tide.
At sunset it is really a beautiful place with the surf rolling in.
Sunset at Tanah Lot
It makes a beautiful postcard
picture
October 2nd, 2012 -
Today we will enjoy a unique tour as we
venture out on a half day elephant safari followed by a half day rafting
excursion.
We will be picked up by private transport and taken for our full day tour.
Get up close and personal with these incredible animals at the
inspiring Elephant Safari Park. Watch them take their daily bath, enjoy a hand
feeding session and experience an elephant trek through the beautiful tropical
park.
Acclaimed as the world’s best elephant park, the Elephant Safari park is
located near the historic village of Taro in central Bali and is home to Bali’s
largest herd of 27 rescued Sumatran Elephants. The Park meets international
standards for animal care and is set in more than 2 hectares of exotic eco-tourism
landscaped botanical gardens, surrounded by dense forest. Here you can watch
these amazing creatures taking their daily bath and demonstrating remarkable
feats of strength and skill. We will also enjoy a memorable ride aboard
these magnificent creatures through the tranquil forested areas and you will
also have the chance to feed the elephants and learn more about their plight.
Our elephant safari ride in the morning features not only the ride, but also
a visit to the Elephant Museum and an Elephant show with Elephant painting
At the conclusion of tour, we will enjoy an included lunch.
Elephants bathing at the site of
our Elephant safari tour
Following lunch, we will enjoy a White Water Rafting tour at Ayung River
Changing rooms are
provided at the rafting facility.
Tackle exciting rapids and enjoy the spectacular scenery on
this fun-filled white water rafting adventure.
See cascading waterfalls, towering river cliffs and terraced rice plains as
you follow a route through rainforest and narrow gorges
At the conclusion of our tour we will be escorted back to
our hotel in Ubud to enjoy the hopping nightlife and great dining options, just
a short walk from our hotel.
October 3rd, 2012
This morning, we will check out of our hotel and we will be
picked up and taken by private transport for a thrilling zip line tree top excursion. We will be taken to the Bali Treetop
Adventure Park where we will enjoy an exciting adventure whereby we are placed
in a safety harness and attached to a cable that effortlessly glides us across
the cable from one tree top platform to another.
After our zip line excursion, we will enjoy an included
lunch along scenic Lake Bratan, followed by a visit to the park’s beautiful Bedugul Botanical Gardens and the
impressive Ulun Danu Bratan Temple.
Our tour includes 2 bottles mineral water, lunch at local
restaurant, Treetop package including 2 to 3 hours access to all seven levels
of circuit and 72 challenges, safety equipment, assistance and support by
professional instructors
This afternoon, at the end of our tour, we will be
transported by private vehicle to the 5 star Melia Beach Resort and Spa in the
posh Nusa Dua area of the island.
http://www.meliabali.com/en/index.html
Located
on the shores of Nusa Dua, Bali's prestigious resort enclave, this beachfront
resort is a unique sanctuary of exotic beauty and comfort for those who seek a
dream vacation. The entire property occupies 24 acres of lush tropical gardens
with an enormous lagoon swimming pool winding throughout the grounds. The
contemporary tropical architecture, bold décor and spacious gardens express the
essence of Bali.
The main pool area of the Melia Bali Resort and Spa
The
resort enjoys an excellent location just 11 kilometers from Ngurah Rai International Airport.
It's
within walking distance to Bali Collection, the main shopping center of Nusa
Dua and to food and entertainment enclaves.
The
resort features a full service spa where
you can invigorate
the senses. Purify the body. Balance the mind. Elevate the soul.
Discover
YHI SPA….
Exclusive spa service with innovative new treatments for the purification
of the body, balance of the mind and cultivation of the soul. A total
experience for the 5 senses located within the hotel.
Spa Facilities:
- 10 indoor
treatment rooms with 7 double and 3 single treatment rooms
- 2 Double Spa
Suites with bubble bath and private relax area
- 3 outside massage
bale (gazebo) at spa garden facing on the beach
- 1 massage bale at
the beach front and 1 massage bale at the pool side
- Eco Spa.
- Steam Bath
- Outdoor Hydro
massage with warm & cold water
- Beauty Salon
- Spa Garden the only
spa in Nusa Dua area who are facing directly to the beach
- Yhi boutique
YHI SPA Services:
- YHI Signature
treatments
- Massages &
Bali Body therapies
- Reflexology
- Shiatsu
- Beauty Rituals
- Facial & Body
Treatments
- Hairdressing
services
- Debussy anti
aging facial
The resort features 5 restaurants including a Japanese
restaurant, Mediterranean and poolside restaurant, plus 3 bars including a
poolside bar and a tapas bar.
The resort sits on a fabulous stretch of white sand beach
for the ultimate sun worshipping.
The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax on the lush
sand beach of the resort or dine at the nearby Bali Collection of restaurants
and shops.
October 4th – Today is a full free day to
relax on the beach, relax poolside, or enjoy an optional excursion which can be
booked by the resort’s concierge tour desk.
October 5th – One more full day to relax
on the beach or enjoy an optional excursion through the hotel’s tour desk.
Enjoy optional excursions such as cycling, trekking or just
relax on the gorgeous beaches or along the resort’s scenic pools or try your
hand at one of the many water sport opportunities from our resort. You may wish to savor the services of the
resort’s spa facilities.
For those with a sense of adventure
and a love of the outdoors, join us for a thrilling and most unique optional
excursion. The sunrise guided hike of Mount Batur, the highest mountain on the
island is an amazing experience for any active minded outdoors lover. The walk is challenging at times, but
suitable for anyone in good health and is well worth it, as the views from the
top are magnificent.
For those who want to do something unique and be rewarded with spectacular
views after an energetic hike, this event is Absolutely fantastic. The scenes from the top are really breathtaking, as you can
see the nearby volcano of Abang and the other one on Lombok called
Rinjani. The sunrise over the shimmering lake below also leaves a lasting
impression.
Breakfast at the mountain top is offered as is lunch along a scenic lakefront
after returning to the base.
A stop at a
natural hot springs on our return to the resort provides a chance to relax and
sooth your body following our adventure, before arriving back at our resort mid
afternoon.
(The cost of this adventure including round
trip transportation from our resort hotel, the professionally guided hike,
breakfast at the mountain top, lunch at the base and the visit to the hot
springs following our hike is just $99)
Photo taken by a tourist that
enjoyed the hike of Mount Bahur for an amazing sunrise.
Tonight we will all enjoy the Bali Hai
Sunset Dinner Cruise
There's no better way to relax and enjoy a balmy
tropical evening than on Bali Hai's Sunset Dinner Cruise. As the sun slowly
sets, we will board our catamaran cruiser and enjoy a selection of canapé
appetizers as we wait for the vessel to depart.
We will gently cruise around the harbor, enjoying a wonderful
international buffet dinner on board. We
will be entertained by Batak singers on the main deck, or for those who prefer
some quiet background music, you may like to sit on the bridge deck and relax
or perhaps take in the cool night air on the top deck. After dinner, a colorful
cabaret show begins on the main deck and is followed with DJ music for dancing
that continues through until the end of the cruise.
Pick up Time at our resort: 5:00 pm
Duration Around 3 hours
October 6th Today enjoy one final day at leisure to relax
on the beach or enjoy another optional excursion.
Tonight we will enjoy a farewell group dinner together at
a local restaurant with round trip transfers included.
October 7th
Today we will be picked up mid day and transferred to the
airport for our 4pm flight home on Eva Airlines. We will make a connection in Taiwan for 2
hours and then fly nonstop overnight from Taiwan to LAX, arriving at 8:50pm
on Oct. 8th (due to the
time change, the flying time appears longer than it actually is, but 8:50pm is
the arrival time in LAX, allowing passengers an easy connection in LAX to many
overnight flights from LAX to most East coast cities.
TRIP COST: ONLY $2499
per person plus taxes/airline fuel surcharges of $490 per person (taxes/fuel
surcharges subject to change by the airline)
Optional single supplement for anyone not wishing our free roommate matching: $549
TRIP INCLUDES:
*ROUND TRIP AIR from
Los Angeles to Bali on Eva Airlines
*RT transfers between
airport and hotel in Bali
*3 nights
accommodations at the 4 star Pertiwi Resort,
located in the heart of the famed Ubud shopping and nightlife district.
*4 nights accommodations
at the 5 star beach front Melia Bali Nusa Dua Resort and Spa
* Breakfast buffet
each day
·
Included
tours: with transportation to and from our hotel in chartered coach
·
Monkey
Forest & Tanah Lot Sunset Temple tour
·
Half day Elephant
Safari tour with lunch
·
Half day White
Water Rafting Tour
·
Half day Tree
Top Zip line tour with lunch, visit to Botanical Gardens & Ulun Danu Bratan Temple.
·
Sunset
Dinner Cruise
·
Farewell
group dinner
·
Free roommate matching, as on all of our trips,
is included
Allsinglestravel.com trip escort
Local bi-lingual
guides on all tours
OPTIONAL 3 DAY 2 NIGHT EXTENSION TO
TAIWAN
Enjoy 3 days and 2 nights in one of
the world’s most charming cities.
Enjoy a full day tour of fabled Taipei
OCT. 7-9, 2012
Are you not ready to come home yet? Want to do a little exploration on the return
connection in Taipei Taiwan? Well join
us for our 2 night trip extension.
Enjoy 2 nights’ accommodations in Taipei and a full day tour
of this fascinating oriental city and enjoy sightseeing of one of the orient’s
most interesting locales.
October 7th
– The morning is at leisure to relax on the beach or do as you wish. This afternoon, we will be transferred from
our hotel in Bali to the airport for our 4:15pm flight to Taipei Taiwan.
Upon arrival this evening, we will be transferred to our 4
star hotel.
Our passengers will be staying at either the 4 star Shengkeng
Fullon Hotel located in the new Taipei city or the Riviera Hotel.
Fullon Hotel Shenkeng offers luxury
accommodations and free recreational facilities in Shenkeng, Taipei. It is a10
minute walk from the Taipei City Hall, the Sinyi District and Taipei 101.
Rooms are spacious, beautifully
furnsihed, and well lit. All rooms include LCD TVs, electronic card locks,
broadband internet access, a refrigerator, and an electric teakettle.
Guest enjoy free access to the
recreational facilities such as the gym, seasonal swimming pool, and sauna.
The hotel's Happy Garden Restaurant
and Arcadia Café serves traditional and creative seasonal dishes and a variety
of drinks.
http://shenkeng.fullon-hotels.com/
The Riviera is near active nightlife. Situated at the business
hub of bustling Taipei city stands an international traveler oasis of serenity
and refinement --- the Riviera Taipei boutique hotel, has 112 rooms; a
Mediterranean Prime Rib House restaurant, a Yacht Club restaurant, and a
banquet room that can seat 240 people banquet style.
The Riviera Taipei boutique hotel is designed by the world-renowned French
architect, Mr. Gerard Jardonnet, with the theme of cordial sophistication of
southern France, punctuated by the mystic authenticity of the Orient.
Rooms
have compl. Mineral water and coffee and free wi fi.
http://www.rivierataipei.com/index.asp
Breakfast is included daily at either hotel.
October 8th
– Today we will enjoy a Full day Taipei city tour that will include a visit to
the National Palace Museum, Martyr's Shrine, CKS Memorial Hall, Lungshan
Temple, Taipei 101 Building and Observatory and the Raohe night market.
Located in Wanhua Disctrict, Taipei County,
Longshan Temple is one of the most famous
worshipped temples in Taiwan. The Taipei Longshan Temple is settled north
facing south, worships Guanshiyin Budda and other divine spirits. The temple
was first built during Ching Dynasty, and undergone several renovations due to
damages caused by men. Longshan Temple is now recognized as being one of the
four must-see attractions in Taipei. The three
other must-see attractions include Taipei 101, National Palace Museum and Chiang-Kai Shek
Memorial Hall.
Longshan Temple, one of the
historical sights we will visit on today’s tour.
·
Located near the Grand Hotel in Taipei City, the Martyr’s Shrine was built to commemorate
soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country during the War of
Resistance against Japan and Civil War between Nationalist Government and the
Communist Party. The Martyr’s Shrine was
built in 1969, with the main architecture designed similar to Taihe Dian
Imperial Palace in Beijing. The grand design symbolizes the braveness and
selfless spirits of the martyrs. Covering a large area, with mountains nearby
and facing Keelung River, the Martyr’s Shrine is a
significant attraction noting the history and culture of Taiwan.
Front Gate of Martyr’s Shrine |
Changing of the Guard. |
An interior structure at the
Martyr’s Shrine |
Taipei 101 is a
101 story skyscraper was once the tallest tower in the world (from 2004-2010).
For refined cuisines and
views, visitors may enjoy fine services and cuisines at the restaurants located
from the eighty-sixth to the eighty-eighth floor. For great views of entire
Taipei City, an indoor viewing area is accessible on the eighty-ninth floor,
and an outdoor viewing area is on the ninety-first floor.
Taipei 101 comprises 101 floors above ground and 5 floors
underground. The building was architecturally created as a symbol of the
evolution of technology and Asian tradition.
Its postmodernist approach
to style incorporates traditional design elements and gives them modern
treatments. The tower is designed to withstand typhoons and earthquakes. A multi-level shopping
mall adjoining the tower houses hundreds of fashionable stores, restaurants and
clubs.
Located in Shilin District
of Taipei City, one of the must-see attractions in Taiwan is the National Palace Museum. The well-known National Palace Museum was first established in
1925 and re-established in 1965. The museum exhibits the most precious and
important historical documentations, paintings, arts, and crafts reflecting the
rich cultural heritage and civilization of the ancient Chinese. Treasures
include ancient Chinese paintings, ceramics, jade sculptures, remains of bronze
weapons and many other antiques. The wide priceless collection of the crafts
covers five thousand years of Chinese history. Among six hundred and fifty-five
thousand pieces of treasures, the first collections of old Chinese gems are
from the Song Dynasty.
Located at the heart of
Taipei City, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial
Hall (National Taiwan Democracy
Memorial Hall) was built to commemorate the former Taiwan President Chiang
Kai-Shek. Established in 1980, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall has a total area of two hundred and fifty thousand square
meters. Occupying a large area, the memorial hall is covered with the colors of
Taiwanese flag: blue, white, and red. The colors of the flag symbolize
independence, equality, and universal love. Since 2007, it has been noted as a
national historical site of Taiwan. Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall is now an important landmark of Taipei that attracts large
populations of visitors every year.
After our full day tour, we will return to our hotel for an
evening at leisure or for those wishing an evening of fun, join us for a pub crawl of local pubs, offering a local
Asian flavor unique to Taipei.
October 9th
– Today is a free day to explore at your leisure. Mid afternoon we will be picked up at our
hotel and transferred to the airport for our 6:40pm flight back to LAX
arriving, with the time change, at 3:35pm the same day.
Our 2 day Asian
Escape trip extension includes:
*Air from Bali to Taipei Taiwan
*Transfer from airport to our 4 star hotel
*2 nights 4 star hotel accommodations with breakfast daily
(either the 4 star Shengkeng Fullon Hotel located in the new Taipei city or the
Riviera Hotel. Passengers do not need to
select which of the 2 hotels they wish to stay at, as this is done
automatically by the tour operator.
Passengers need only select whether they wish a roommate assigned or
single occupancy at the applicable supplement)
*Full day guided tour of Taipei by local tour guide
*Pub crawl
*Transfer to our hotel to the airport
*Air from Taipei to LAX
Free non smoking roommate matching based on age & sex
Allsinglestravel.com trip escort
Cost of our
optional 3 day and 2 night trip extension to Taipei, Taiwan is: $499 including
taxes
Optional single supplement for the 2 night Taipei extension:
$299
A deposit of $200 is due within 7 days of making your
deposit. Deposits are refundable if cancelled by May 15th and non refundable
thereafter.
Balance payments are due Friday June 8th and are
non refundable.
Travel insurance is available and recommended. Please inquire for rates.
Trip program is subject to change due to factors beyond the
control of the tour operators, such as weather, flight delays, unexpected
construction, or other unforeseen elements.
