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Cycling Through Pejeng: Why This Scenic Ubud Countryside Ride Beats Crowded Rice Fields

While Tegalalang Rice Terrace attracts thousands of selfie-stick wielding tourists daily, just 15 minutes east lies Pejeng—an ancient rural valley that served as the kingdom center of ancient Bali long before Ubud was established. Exploring Pejeng on two wheels offers an intimate encounter with rural Balinese life that cars and tour buses can never replicate.

What Makes Pejeng Countryside Cycling Unique?

Our Ubud Ricefield & Village Cycling Tour is predominantly gentle downhill riding along paved rural village lanes and wide subak irrigation paths. Suitable for all fitness levels and families with children:

  • Zero Heavy Traffic: Cycle past quiet family compounds, duck ponds, and green rice fields undisturbed by noisy motorbikes.
  • Subak Irrigation Heritage: Learn how Balinese farmers have managed communal water sharing for over 1,000 years under UNESCO-recognized philosophy.
  • Ancient Temple Stops: Visit village shrines and historic banyan trees where local elders offer prayers.
  • Full Safety Gear Included: Modern multi-gear mountain bicycles, sanitized helmets, dedicated support vehicle, and local guide escort.

The tour finishes with a freshly cooked Balinese farm-to-table lunch overlooking emerald paddies. An invigorating, authentic morning for all ages!

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Ubud & Pejeng Ricefield Countryside Cycling Tour

Ride peaceful Subak paths, try traditional rice harvesting with farmers, visit an artisan woodcarver and Balinese family compound with lunch included

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