Return to the Self: A 6-day yoga retreat journey on the island of the gods with Dev
Your TourHero
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Travel Date
Oct 21 - 26, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
14 - 16
Transportation
Group airport & activity transfers
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
21+
Travel interest
Wellness, yoga, cultural immersions, relaxation, inner transformation
Fellow Travelers
Emily
Stac
Joanne
Kathy
Shweta
Molly
Susan
Richard
Madison
Verity
Devon
Shannen
Elizabeth
SujataYour Local Guide
MAE DMC is a Destination Management Company based in Indonesia with offices in Jakarta, Jogjakarta, and Bali. They are led by a team that has years of experience in inbound tourism in South Asia. Their main goal is to provide the best service in the organization and deliver memorable experiences to their customers. The MAE staff is well equipped to assist you, as your journey will be handled by their superb, dedicated personnel and their partners around the world. They are ready to work as a team to ensure you have the best travel experience possible.
Too often our lives get so busy and disconnected we forget to slow down and breathe. We ignore our inner knowing and click into autopilot just to get through the day. Step away from the grind of life and reunite with your higher Self on a six day transformative retreat in beautiful Bali, the island of the gods. You’ll spend five nights at a luxury jungle respite in the middle of lush Ubud, immersing yourself in yoga practice, inspiring adventure, personal transformation, and inner healing. Together, we’ll enjoy daily yoga and wellness activities led by Dev while also having the chance to snorkel, tour the gorgeous Bali Pulina coffee plantation, and experience a sacred water purification ceremony at Tirta Empul (the water temple).
Give yourself this gift and secure your spot on this journey of a lifetime. Realigning mind, heart, and body as you return to your divine nature. It’s time to start planning for your life changing experience on the island of the gods!
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until July 16, 2024. If the departure is cancelled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip up until July 16, 2024 for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour. We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
Your TourHero
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Travel Date
Oct 21 - 26, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
14 - 16
Transportation
Group airport & activity transfers
Too often our lives get so busy and disconnected we forget to slow down and breathe. We ignore our inner knowing and click into autopilot just to get through the day. Step away from the grind of life and reunite with your higher Self on a six day transformative retreat in beautiful Bali, the island of the gods. You’ll spend five nights at a luxury jungle respite in the middle of lush Ubud, immersing yourself in yoga practice, inspiring adventure, personal transformation, and inner healing. Together, we’ll enjoy daily yoga and wellness activities led by Dev while also having the chance to snorkel, tour the gorgeous Bali Pulina coffee plantation, and experience a sacred water purification ceremony at Tirta Empul (the water temple).
Give yourself this gift and secure your spot on this journey of a lifetime. Realigning mind, heart, and body as you return to your divine nature. It’s time to start planning for your life changing experience on the island of the gods!
Timeline
- Day 1 · Tegalalang
- Arrive at Ngurah Rai International Airport
- Group transfer from airport to accommodation
- Check-in at Bagus Jati
- Free time to settle in
- 6:30 - 7:30 pm: Welcome dinner
- 7:45 pm: Opening ceremony
- Day 2 · Tegalalang
- 7:00 - 8:00 am: Morning yoga – heart opening
- 8:15 am: Breakfast
- Free time
- 12:00 - 1:00 pm: Lunch
- 1:00 pm: Pick up for tour
- Bali Pulina Coffee Plantation tour and tasting (4 hours)
- Return to resort
- 6:00 - 7:00 pm: Dinner
- Fire circle (local dancers)
- Day 3 · Tegalalang
- 6:30 - 7:30 am: Morning yoga workshop - overcoming fear, embracing our power
- 7:30 - 8:30 am: Breakfast
- 8:30 am: Pick up for excursions
- 10:00 am: Tirta Empul water temple visit and purification
- 12:30 pm: Packed lunch or purchase at a local restaurant (not included in price)
- 2:00 pm: Visit Tukad Cepung Waterfall
- 5:00 - 6:00 pm: Return to resort
- 6:00 - 7:00 pm: Dinner
- Day 4 · Tegalalang
- Breakfast (packed)
- 6:00 am: Pick up for excursion
- 8:00 am: Boat departure for snorkeling excursion in Nusa Penida (lunch included)
- 3:30 - 6:30 pm: Return to resort
- 6:30 - 7:30 pm: Dinner
- 7:30 - 8:30 pm: Yin yoga & guided meditation
- Day 5 · Tegalalang
- 7:30 - 8:30 am: Morning yoga
- 8:30 am: Breakfast
- Free time
- Lunch
- Free time
- Early dinner
- 6:30 pm: Pick up for dance event
- Ecstatic Dance Event at Yoga Barn Ubud
- 9:15 pm: Return to resort
- Day 6 · Departure
- Breakfast and check out of accommodation
- Group transfer from accommodation to airport
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1
Welcome to Bali – begin connecting with your fellow retreaters as we kick things off with a delicious welcome dinner and opening ceremony
Welcome to Bali, Indonesia – the Land of a Thousand Temples. Known for its spiritual atmosphere, surfside beaches, and lush jungles, Bali is the most popular island in the archipelago, welcoming all who seek its beauty. You’ll be spending your time at a luxe wellness resort in the town of Ubud. This cultural epicenter is surrounded by rice paddies, breathtaking temples, and a dense rainforest filled with majestic creatures.
Upon arrival, meet your group and your driver who will whisk you away to a jungle paradise. Check into your room, drop your bags, and let the retreat commence! You’ll have some free time to get your bearings and explore the resort. Use this time to recenter and align yourself with the stunning landscape.
As the sun sets, we’ll join together for a welcome dinner, where you’ll get to know your host, Dev, and celebrate the coming together of our group. From here, we’ll officially kick off the retreat with our opening ceremony! Prepare for a life-changing journey and allow yourself to open up to the possibility of growth and change. Bali is the perfect backdrop for transformation. Let your healing begin now.
Day 2
A day of yoga and nature: Explore one of Bali’s hidden gems, the surreal Bali Pulina coffee plantation – strolling through the jungle while we enjoy a tour and tasting
Your wellness journey truly begins today as you wake up to comforting jungle sounds and lush greenery all around! We’ll start our day with a morning yoga session that will help us wake up the mind, open the heart, and prepare our senses for a day filled with joy and exploration.
After breakfast, we’ll have some free time before we head out on our first adventure to the Bali Pulina Coffee Plantation for a tour and tasting. Upon arrival, we’ll be greeted by a local guide who will take us through the property and explain the growing process, Bali’s unique coffee culture, and introduce us to the civet (the small precious animal responsible for Luwak coffee). You’ll sample a variety of flavors and even try the famous Luwak coffee. The coffee plantation is also a great photo opportunity as there are many incredible views, a large platform overhanging the rice paddies, and jungle bridges along the way! We’ll also indulge in some local snacks before we return to the resort for a relaxing evening of dinner and a fire circle to finish the day. (Please note: This is an optional excursion. While included in the price, you can choose to hang back at the resort or book your own adventures.)
Day 3
This is a day of deep practice as we overcome our fears, step into our highest self, and uncover our fullest potential
We’ll start the day with a morning yoga workshop focused on overcoming fear and embracing our power! Together we’ll be getting upside down as we develop our inversions (no experience needed, beginners are welcome). Inversions (example inversion: headstand) are postures that require us to try new things, challenge our limiting thought patterns, and invite playful childlike energy into our experience. As we overcome our fear we clear space for joy and pleasure to blossom! This expansive morning practice will be followed by a powerful dip in the ice plunge pool (optional).
We'll continue our divine odyssey by visiting a holy spring for a purification ceremony. We’ll learn about the temple grounds, its history, and how to complete the holy bath that will help us cleanse our physical and spiritual bodies.
After we have lunch at a local restaurant, we’ll visit Tukad Cepung, a towering waterfall with gorgeous light rays that shine just right through the water.
We’ll return to the hotel, then close out another great day with dinner at the resort and a circle around the fire, honoring the element of cleansing and rebirth as we reflect together on all that we’ve accomplished thus far.
Day 4
Spend the morning snorkeling in idyllic Nusa Penida between sunrise and sunset yoga sessions
Rise and shine to another majestic day in Bali with a packed breakfast spread. We’re starting early today because at 6:00 am, we’re headed to the tropical island of Nusa Penida for a snorkeling adventure in the turquoise sea. We’ll hop on a boat and cruise around the island to some of the best spots to see colorful fish and an array of underwater creatures. Your captain and crew will provide the snorkeling gear, so all you’ll need is a bathing suit and towel. (Please note: This is an optional excursion. While included in the price, you can choose to hang back at the resort or book your own adventures.)
After a morning on the water and a tasty lunch while out, we’ll return to the resort and have some free time to rest, reflect, and hang by the pools as you soak up more of that Indonesian sun. Once the evening rolls around, we’ll come together for a group dinner and close out the day with a relaxing Yin yoga session and guided meditation. As we slow down together, we will release any tension and blockages you’ve been holding onto (physical and non-physical) as we offer loving gratitude to both the universe and yourself.
Day 5
Our final full day: Morning yoga practice, an afternoon of leisure enjoying the island, and a very special closing ceremony event
On our final full day together we have early morning yoga and an extra special evening experiencing one of my favorite healing offerings on the island -- ecstatic dance at the Yoga Barn! But in the between hours you are free to go where your heart takes you. Maybe you’ll journey to a neighboring village or temple, or maybe you’re craving a spa day or more pool time. No matter what you choose, take it all in and soak up every moment of the magic – for tomorrow we begin the journey home.
Day 6
Bid Bali farewell!
After a transformative week together here in Indonesia, it’s time to pack up and say our goodbyes.
Enjoy one final breakfast in paradise before we take our group transfer to the airport to catch your flight home – moving forward in life feeling renewed, reborn, and reconnected to the divine being that you are, and have always been. Safe travels and be well!
Accommodation
Bagus Jati (or similar according to availability)
Set on 5 hectares of hillside gardens, surrounded by lush forest in the north of Ubud, Bagus Jati prides itself on being one of Bali’s premier health and wellbeing retreats. This tranquil sanctuary sits 750 meters above sea level and boasts a variety of accommodation options, from Pool Villas to Superior Chalets. The property offers a range of wellbeing facilities and programs that focus on yoga, meditation, detox treatments, and nature and Balinese culture immersion. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a spa, a restaurant, a poolside cafe, BBQ facilities, yoga spaces, and fitness facilities. Guest rooms are fitted with complimentary Wi-Fi, refrigerators, electric kettles, tea/coffeemaking facilities, in-room safes, and en suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Room type: Double occupancy. Room configuration: Twin beds.
Included
5 nights at Bagus Jati
Daily breakfast, lunch, fruit snacks & dinner
Daily unlimited Okeara water
Daily fresh coconut & herbal tea
Group airport & activity transfers
1 group arrival airport transfer
1 group departure airport transfer
All yoga sessions with Devon
Local English- speaking guide
Tirta Empul Temple visit with ceremony & Tukad Cepung Waterfall
Snorkeling adventure in Nusa Penida
A visit to the Bali Pulina Coffee Plantation
Not included
Flights
All food & drink not mentioned in inclusions
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses not stipulated
Optional add-ons
Gratuities
FAQ
What happens if I need to cancel my trip?
Please check the cancellation policy section on this itinerary page for specific details.
Will TourHero or the operator take care of my visa (if applicable)?
Travelers are responsible for researching visa requirements and obtaining a visa if needed. Please check government websites to ensure you have the necessary documents, along with passport requirements, before your departure date. This includes necessary transit visas, permits, and vaccinations required prior to travel and any required reciprocity fees for the destination. TourHero will provide a booking confirmation document after purchase, which may be needed to obtain a visa.
If your visa is denied for any reason, TourHero will issue a refund based on the cancellation policy. However, we are unable to provide a refund after the cancellation due date has passed.
Do I need a passport for this trip?
A full and valid passport is required for all persons traveling to any destination outside of one’s home country. Most international tours require a passport that's valid for at least six (6) months beyond the scheduled end of your itinerary. TourHero will not issue refunds based on passport issues such as renewals or lost passports.
What's included in the price?
Please check the inclusion and exclusion sections above. You'll find information about included meals, transfers, flights, and activities. If you have any questions or need support, please contact hello@tourhero.com.
Available add-on
Individual arrival airport transfer to resort
Price: USD 38
Sold out
Individual departure airport transfer from resort
Price: USD 38
Sold out
Pre-trip extension from October 19th to October 21st
Begin your trip early with this extension from October 19th to 21st.
Price: USD 240
Sold out
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until July 16, 2024. If the departure is cancelled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip up until July 16, 2024 for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour. We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
- Bali is known for its welcoming atmosphere and offers a variety of landscapes for all to enjoy. - Unsplash: Guillaume Marques
- Today, we'll travel by boat to Nusa Penida -- an island oasis filled with beaches, cliffs, and culture. - Unsplash: Alfiano Sutianto
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- Add-on: Transfer from airport to hotel - Unsplash: Jessica Furtney
- Release, relax, and renew your energy with a restorative yoga session in the property's beautiful shala. - Bagus Jati
- Welcome to Bali! After touching down, check into your gorgeous resort and start feeling the one-of-a-kind vibes of the island. - Bagus Jati Retreat
- Spend the morning snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of Nusa Lembongan. - Unsplash: Steph Smith
- Let loose at an ecstatic dance party at the Yoga Barn to close out a transformational retreat in Bali. - Facebook: Yoga Barn Ubud
- Delicious, hearty meals will be served in between sessions and workshops, allowing you to fuel up and continue thriving. - Bagus Jati
- Visit the markets and shops in Ubud and search for some souvenirs. - Unsplash: Daryl Han
- Add-on: Transfer from hotel to airport - Unsplash: Jessica Furtney
- Add-on: Pre-trip extension from October 19 to October 20 - Pexels: Rennon Kiefer
- Add-on: Single supplement - Khadeeja Yasser