Balinese Awakening Retreat: Harmony and Renewal on the Island of the Gods
From 7.09.2024 to 21.09.2024
Discover the enchantment of Bali with a holiday designed to offer the perfect balance between relaxation, cultural discovery and personal transformation.
This exclusive holiday takes you to the island’s most enchanting spots, allowing you to immerse yourself in the soul of Bali with unique experiences that will awaken all your senses.
Mornings are dedicated to your personal growth and well-being. You’ll participate in coaching and therapy sessions guided by experienced professionals, who will help you explore your emotions and transform your life.
Holistic therapies such as Balinese massages, yoga sessions and guided meditations complete this journey for deep, lasting transformation. Afternoons are reserved for exploring tantric sites, visiting waterfalls and meeting local healers for purification and spiritual healing sessions.
You’ll immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Bali as you explore the rice terraces of Tegallalang, sacred temples such as Uluwatu Temple, and take part in local ceremonies. You’ll enjoy sandy beaches, bike rides through traditional villages, and discover Balinese art, including traditional dance performances, Balinese shadow theater, and visits to traditional markets.
Day 1: Arrival in Ubud Ubud Ubud
Private transfer to your Amandari hotel, a sanctuary of peace and luxury in the village of Kedewatan, overlooked by a sacred stone tiger, a jewel of Balinese tradition on the banks of the Ayung Gorge. Its suites are accessed via paths winding through lush nature, while the swimming pool is reminiscent of rice paddies. Close to Ubud, this haven offers complete cultural immersion, with a spiritual healer and holistic therapies. Each activity contributes to an authentic holiday experience, in perfect symbiosis with local traditions, allowing visitors to connect with the very essence of Bali. After settling comfortably into your villa, enjoy a traditional Balinese massage to soothe body and mind after the long plane journey, offering a welcome respite.
Day 2: awakening of your senses senses senses
Start the day with a consultation session with a wellness coach to set your wellness goals. Afterwards, discover the Tegallalang rice terraces, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Then enjoy an afternoon of relaxation with a traditional Balinese massage at the Amandari Hotel. End the day with a traditional Balinese dance performance.
Day 3: Cultural Exploration Exploration Exploration
Wake up with a sunrise yoga session, followed by a healthy breakfast at Amandari. Visit Ubud’s traditional market and the Royal Palace for a taste of local culture. The afternoon is devoted to discovering Ubud’s art galleries and craft stores.
Day 4: Tradition and Renewal Renewal Renewal
Start with a personal development coaching session to deepen your inner journey. Visit the traditional village of Penglipuran to immerse yourself in local life and take part in a purification ceremony in a sacred temple. The day ends with a sunset meditation session at the Amandari.
Day 5: Balinese Flavours and Colours Flavours and Colours Flavours and Colours
Join a Balinese cooking class at the hotel to discover the secrets of local gastronomy. In the afternoon, visit Ubud’s monkey forest and watch a Balinese shadow theater show.
Day 6: Purification and Renewal Renewal Renewal
Start the day with a session of coaching or wellness therapy. Take a morning hike through the rice fields of Ubud before visiting the sacred springs of Tirta Empul for a traditional purification. Enjoy a session of hot and cold stone therapy for total relaxation.
Day 7: Journey to Paradise Paradise Paradise
Private transfer to Padangbai and boat crossing to Gili Trawangan. Escape to a sanctuary of eco-conscious luxury at Cocana Resort, a haven of peace nestled among the turquoise shores of Gili Trawangan on the liveliest of the Gili Islands. At Cocana Resort, every aspect of your stay is carefully designed to respect and preserve the island’s natural beauty. Enter a realm of refined elegance, offering a veritable sanctuary of comfort and tranquility. Each villa and suite tastefully combines modern amenities with the traditional charm of Gili Trawangan. In the afternoon, relax on the beach and swim in the crystal-clear waters. End the day with a horseback ride along the beach or a bike ride.
Day 8: Adventure and Serenity Serenity Serenity
Embark on a morning snorkeling trip to discover the magnificent seabed of the Gili Islands, populated by turtles and tropical fish. Enjoy a free afternoon exploring the island by bike or relaxing on the beach. End the day with a sunset meditation session.
Day 9: Return to Bali Bali Bali
Free morning to enjoy the beach before returning to Bali in the afternoon. Private transfer to Uluwatu, where you’ll check into the magical cliffside Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort, its terraced architecture guarantees a breathtaking view of the Indian Ocean. A modern, luxurious beachfront resort. Enjoy the ocean-view infinity pool and world-class spa services.
Day 10: Harmony and Exploration Exploration Exploration
Start the day with a yoga session, followed by your personal coaching session. Take advantage of your free time to relax on Uluwatu beach or explore the dramatic cliffs and secluded beaches. Take a trip to Uluwatu to visit the temple and watch a Kecak dance performance at sunset.
Day 11: Ultimate well-being well-being well-being
Wake up with a tai chi session on the beach at sunrise at the Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort. Spend the day relaxing with personalized spa treatments including massages, facials and body therapies. At the end of the day, enjoy a sunset boat cruise.
Day 12: Spiritual alchemy alchemy alchemy
Take part in a Qi Gong session, followed by your morning coaching session. Share a memorable journey under the guidance of High Priestess Ibu Jero for a sunset ritual of blessing and healing through chakra and past life cleansing, soothing water purification and a traditional Balinese offering ceremony.
Day 13: Mount Batur trek Batur trek Batur trek
Early morning departure for a hike to Mount Batur to admire the sunrise. After this unforgettable experience, return to the Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort for an afternoon of rest and relaxation at the spa.
Day 14: Golf and Relaxation Relaxation Relaxation
Enjoy a final personal development coaching session to round off your stay, or start the day with a round of golf on a spectacular course close to the hotel, offering breathtaking ocean views. In the afternoon, take part in a scuba dive to discover Bali’s coral reefs and marine life. End the day with a sunset meditation session.
Day 15: private transfer to the airport and back to flight home flight home flight home
Relax with a final tai chi or yoga session on the beach. Private transfer to the airport for your return flight, taking with you unforgettable memories and a deep sense of well-being.
This Bali holiday promises an unforgettable experience, perfectly balancing cultural discovery, personal well-being and relaxing activities, while staying in luxury hotels selected for their excellence and commitment to your total well-being and respect for the environment.
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Formalities
For Swiss and European Union nationals :
- Valid passport (valid 6 months after date of return)
- A tourist visa, available on site for $35, valid for 30 days
As of February 14, 2024, a tax of IDR 150,000 (equivalent to around €9.5) will be payable on each entry into Bali for tourists wishing to visit the island. This tax is payable either prior to arrival on the Love Bali website https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id or via the Love Bali App, or on arrival at the entities listed on the https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/faq website.
Offset schedule schedule schedule
In Bali: +5h in summer, +6h in winter.
