One's destination is never a place but a new way of seeing things.

Ubud (central bali) is the most important stopover for first time visitor because it is considered to be a spiritual hub of bali, a place of balinese art and tradition and a good place for those who like doing yoga. It is also famous for its rice terraces. Some of rice locations are very scenic while others are average. In order to see all these places a private customised tour is must.  Ubud royal palace, saraswati temple also located near ubud market. These places has a truly balinese style architecture. If you are like me who is not after instagrammable locations and spots then do try to explore the culture and the natural beauty of island. Consider ubud village tour, ubud market, royal palace, saraswati temple, holy spring temple, gunung kawi ,campuhan ridge walk etc are all must to do. Good thing is that most of these places located almos nearby. Easy way to explore all is to hire a local driver and he/she may take you to all these places.  Honestly you didn't go b...