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A private tour at Tirta Empul, the holy water temple in Tampaksiring, Bali, where you join the traditional purification ritual (Melukat) with a local guide from the village. Your guide explains the history, spiritual philosophy, and rules of the ritual and helps you step by step, from putting on traditional attire to the purification itself. Afterward, explore the main shrines of the temple and learn about their religious meaning. The temple ticket is included, and your guide helps take photos and videos with your own smartphone.

Join a traditional Balinese purification ritual
at the Tirta Empul holy water temple
Meet your English-speaking guide from the local village at the temple ticket office for a private tour of about 1.5 to 2 hours, including the purification ritual (Melukat) and a temple visit. The temple ticket is included, and only your party takes part.
Learn the history and rules of the ritual

Starting from the ticket office, take a gentle walk through the forecourt of the temple, known for its holy water and calm atmosphere. Your guide explains the history and spiritual philosophy of the ritual, along with its rules and prohibitions.
Put on traditional attire and purify yourself

Before entering the temple, your guide helps you put on traditional attire and learn temple etiquette. You then take part in the ritual of purifying body and mind with the sacred spring water, with step-by-step support. Your guide also helps take photos and videos with your own smartphone.
Explore the main shrines of the temple

After the ritual, walk around the temple with your guide to see the main shrines and learn about their religious significance. There is plenty of time to pray and take in the culture without rushing.
※ Women who are menstruating cannot take part in the Melukat ritual.
※ Temple rituals continue as usual, and the order may change depending on conditions.
Local English-speaking guide.
Holy spring temple entrance ticket (all package options).
Guided walking tour of the temple.
Step-by-step support during the purification ritual (Melukat).
Help taking photos and videos with your own smartphone.
Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Tips for the guide (optional).
Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.
Meet your guide at the temple ticket office meeting point at your booked time.
Valid only on the selected date and time.
Meeting point :
Pura Tirta Empul ticket office
Tampaksiring, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80552, Indonesia
Meeting point information:
The meeting point is at the ticket office near the temple lobby. Hotel pickup is not included, so please make your own way to the temple.
Pura Tirta Empul, Tampaksiring, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80552, Indonesia