Heading north from Ubud, the stupendous views of the Tegalalang Rice Terraces from Tegallalang's main road are marred by the vast tourist circus, replete with competing Instagram swings and a barrage of cafes whose viewing terraces now obscure most of the views from the cliffside.
Still, this is one of Bali's most scenic rice terrace panoramas. Take it all in from somewhere like Alas Harum (alasharum.com; 50,000Rp), a coffee plantation replete with restaurant, zipline, giant swings and large cliff-hanging pools.
If that's not your scene, access the terraces from the trails that descend into the lush valley. You’ll be charged 25,000Rp, plus an occasional toll levied by some farmers.
Alternatively, visit the terraces by bike on an organized, supported tour with the likes of Jegeg Bali Cycling (jegegbalicycling.com; adult/child 400,000/300,000Rp) or Love Bali Bike Tours (lovebalibiketours.com; adult/child 500,000/350,000Rp).
