Welcome to Bali – Island of Gods.

Upon your arrival to Bali, you will be driven to the east part of Bali in Manggis and start your days of escape from the bustling Bali.

Learn how to cook traditional Balinese food with one of the local foodies from the Manggis women’s farmer group. They are a group of women who promote organic gardening and farming methods in this idyllic village located in the East of Bali. Besides having exceptional skills in growing organic plants, they are also marvellous cooks, especially in the deliciously flavourful meals of Balinese cuisine. Firstly, you will visit the green, organic garden to harvest fresh ingredients for today’s cooking experience. Pick the vegetables and herbs needed for the three-course culinary experience that explores the secrets of Balinese cuisine and its exotic flavours. The menu will depend on the season. The female chef will guide you through the preparation of dishes using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking tools, just as they do in local homes and villages. Learn some tips and tricks from the experts - how to use exotic spices in your cooking to discover the secrets of Balinese cuisine.

Afterwards, indulge yourself in the culinary pleasures you have created - enjoy your lunch with beautiful views overlooking the surrounding valley. Continue the experience with Manggis Village Walk, the slow walk of the village shows the history of Discova working together with local community. Understand how the development initiatives formed the original, foundational relationship with the greater Manggis community and its impacts throughout.

Leave Kaura at 9:30am in a transfer to reach the top of the escarpment before starting the bike ride. We pedal along the undulating terrain of the ridgeline, on a quiet road with colourful flowers at every turn, and moss-covered shrines under giant fig and banyan trees. We stop to visit a bee farm, developed and operated by a hearing-impaired couple with a great story and amazing honey! 

The latter part of the ride passes through picturesque rice farming scenery on the way down to sea level where we conclude our ride at Virgin Beach. Enjoy a swim in the blue waters of this stunning beach, alongside black volcanic cliffs, then sit down for an authentic local lunch including freshly caught fish. A short transfer by vehicle returns us to Kaura, with an estimated arrival time of 1.30pm.

Further enjoy the escape of everyday life by having the included 1-hour Balinese massage provided in Kaura. Relax and unwind yourself after the tiring journey of cycling before preparing yourself for a departure transfer to the airport.

All good things must come to an end. Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before hopping on a transfer to the airport to catch your next flight.