Freedom Days

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At the 9th Century Tirta Empul Temple, the waters are believed to have magical curative powers and people travel from all over Bali to purify themselves in the clear bathing pools.  We enjoy a light lunch on site after our food is blessed by a local priest.  Please bring extra clothes, sarong and towel...

A scenic drive to enjoy the tranquil beauty of Bali. Your guide will enlighten you on the Balinese farming traditions, and you can get back to nature with short walks into forest, village and farmland. Travelling through thick forest beneath Mount Batukaru you reach the remote Batukaru Temple. For Balinese Hindus, this site has special mystical powers...

As the sun goes down we set off on a relaxing cruise around Benoa Harbour aboard luxury catamaran, Bali Hai II. As you take in the cool night air on the top deck you will be entertained by musicians. This is followed by a delicious buffet dinner before you can dance the night away at a live cabaret show...

Mengwi Temple dates from 1634. Its courtyard boast numerous pavilions and shrines with intricately carved wooden gates. The Monkey Forest is home to hundreds of fearless monkeys and fruit bats who sleep by day and hunt by night. Your last stop is Tanah Lot, known as the Sunset Temple. Watch the sunset beyond the towers of this sacred 16th century temple built on a black lava rock 200 metres off sh..

The famous temple of Pura Luhur Uluwatu dates from the 10th century, and is one of the six temples of the world revered by all Balinese people. When the sun has set, enjoy the legendary Kecak Dance performed by men dancing in a circle around a blazing torch. We continue on for a delicious BBQ Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Bay...

A visit to Te Papa museum is highly recommended, as it offers a fascinating insight into New Zealand’s rich history and cultural heritage.  Entrance is free of charge..

The Baradari at the City Palace of Jaipur is a smart new restaurant in the royal city of Jaipur, that offers contemporary Rajasthani cuisine alongside continental dishes inspired by the region. Situated inside the beautiful City Palace, the restaurant strips off the paint and plaster to reveal the original stone masonry of the palace. With an intricate chevron inlay floor, a modern take on traditi..

This afternoon excursion begins with a 45-minute scenic cruise along the Brisbane River as you make your way to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. The 18-hectare Koala Sanctuary in the Brisbane suburb of Fig Tree Pocket was founded in 1927, and is the world's oldest and largest koala sanctuary. Apart from the koalas, you can observe kangaroos, Tasmanian Devils, wombats, echidnas, reptiles, platypus, p..