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Bali has emerged as one of the most favorite travel destinations in Asia. This island of Indonesia is known for its awe-inspiring cultural treasures and some of the most celebrated landmarks and landscapes that can leave you wonderstruck. Bali is called the ‘Island of Gods’. From high mountains to resilient coastlines and black sandy beaches to volcanic hills, Bali is gifted with some of the most alluring scenic vistas that you can’t imagine. The natural beauty of Bali compliments its innumerable ancient temples and other historical sites, which makes the setting quite ideal for clicking the most scintillating photographs.

Booking Terms & Conditions of Essence Wellness Retreats

Booking Policy

By making a booking with Essence Wellness Retreats, you acknowledge that you have thoroughly reviewed & understood the following terms & conditions on behalf of yourself & any individuals included in the booking.

Your booking is confirmed & becomes valid upon receiving a confirmation email from Essence Wellness Retreats & upon completion of the required deposit payment.

Please note that Essence Wellness Retreats exclusively caters to individuals of all genders aged 18 years & older, unless noted specifically on a retreat package.

Deposit & Monthly Payments

To secure your reservation for any advertised retreat & specific dates, you must submit a non-refundable deposit per person along with our online booking form. The deposit for each Essence Wellness Retreat is listed on each booking & is required to secure your spot on said retreat. Monthly payments will be automatically deducted from the card used for the deposit, with reminders sent to the email address you listed on your booking.

All deposits are non-refundable. Full payment is due 60 days before the departure date, which is set by the tour operator. Failure to complete payments by this deadline will result in the cancellation of your booking by Essence Wellness Retreats/Tour Operator.

Please be aware that hold deposits, made for various essential services such as accommodation reservations, are non-refundable and non-creditable.

Cancellation Policy

We understand that unexpected circumstances may disrupt your plans. Our cancellation policy is as follows:

1. Deposits are non-refundable & non-transferable.

2. The remaining balance is due 60 days before the start date of the retreat, unless otherwise specified & communicated in writing with the retreat host.

3. All sales are final after 48 hours of booking.

4. In the event that you are unreachable to finalize payment within 60 days of your booking, Essence Wellness Retreats reserves the right to cancel your reservation, & all payments will be forfeited.

5. By completing the booking & making the deposit, you confirm your acceptance of these terms & conditions.

Retreat Pricing

All retreat prices are quoted per person & payable in USD. Essence Wellness Retreats is not responsible for any currency exchange fees or credit card/bank charges incurred during fund processing in another currency.

Your travel arrangement price does not include flights, travel insurance, medical insurance, excess baggage charges, tips, food, beverages, or additional activities not confirmed as part of your retreat package, unless expressly stated in the What's Included/What's Not Included Section of the retreat brochure.

Cancellation By Essence Wellness Retreats

Essence Wellness Retreats reserves the right to cancel a retreat at its sole discretion, including but not limited to reasons such as low participant numbers, compromised safety, in-country political concerns, weather or life-threatening situations. In case of cancellation, full refunds will be provided to all participants.

Room Reservations

Specific retreat packages outline the options for single & double occupancy as well as shared bed occupancy, depending on the retreats location. We will also be happy to offer room mate matching upon request.

Travel Documents

For entry, departure, & travel to retreat destinations outside of the United States of America, a valid passport is mandatory. Your passport must remain valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date & you must attest to this information upon checkout. Participants are responsible for obtaining any necessary visas, permits, certificates or passport applications/renewals prior to travel. Should the participant fail to secure valid travel documents prior to the retreat start date, the participant acknowledges they have forfeited their ability to travel & all payments made towards the retreat have been forfeited. 

Personal Safety & Trip Enjoyment

Your safety & well-being are paramount. Essence Wellness Retreats is not liable for any medical or physical injuries or illnesses. Participants accept full responsibility for their health & wellness, & they have the right to abstain from any activity during the retreat. Participants must ensure their physical & mental fitness for all aspects of Essence Wellness Retreats. A liability waiver will be required before attending any retreat. In the event you need medical assistance during a retreat, the host will ensure medical professionals are called to assist you with getting you to safety.

Medical Conditions & Special Requirements

Participants must disclose any medical conditions, pregnancy, disabilities, or other physical or mental conditions that may affect their ability to travel on the registration form. Essence Wellness Retreats strongly recommends purchasing travel & medical insurance. Your host can offer options for travel insurance, however, the host is not responsible for any claims, inquiries or quotes for insurance policies.

Personal Property & Responsibility

Essence Wellness Retreats is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal or business property brought by participants. It is advisable to secure valuables & limit their presence during the retreat. Participants are encouraged to obtain property insurance for valuable items during travel.

Resort & Travel Responsibilities

All participants must comply with the resort/hotel/AirBnB accommodations policies where Essence Wellness Retreats is held. Attendees assume responsibility for any consequences resulting from property damage, rule violations, or other actions, including property damage, drug usage, loss of life, theft, & public intoxication.

Photos, Video, and Content Creation

During Essence Wellness Retreats, photos and/or videos may be taken by participants, guides, & professional photographers. These images may be used in promotional materials, the website, & social media platforms of Essence Wellness Retreats, the host or any other entities connected to the Essence Wellness Retreats, unless participants request otherwise.

Liability

Essence Wellness Retreats, is not liable for "acts of God" such as natural disasters, war, civil unrest, airport closures, & delays, or failures of performance by third parties, including independent contractors such as hotels, shuttle services, & excursions.

Updating of Terms & Conditions

Essence Wellness Retreats reserves the right to update & amend these terms &conditions as needed. The latest version can be found on Essence Wellness Retreats website.

The first day of this refreshing trip starts with your arrival at the Ngurah Rai International Airport. Our representative will be there to receive you heartily & escort you to your hotel in Ubud – in the uplands of Bali. This day is reserved for recovering from jet lag and enjoying the hotel amenities.

You may also explore & shop around in the nearby locality. Although it is irresistible to stop yourself from hanging out in the local markets amidst such breathtaking natural beauty & serenity, it is advised to go to bed early and have a sound sleep as the following days will be filled with a lot of thrill and adventure.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Ubud

Meals: Breakfast

Transportation

Breakfast at the hotel.

We can promise you that the pictures you will click on this day will adorn your albums, wall frames, and social media for ages. The day starts with a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel.

Now the thrill begins! You will be taken for definitely the most amazing experience of your life, a joyride on the Bali Swing. Let the inner child in you unleash and swing high over the trees, rice fields, river valleys, awesome cliff view, and lush green jungles.

At present, there are 15 such gigantic swings in Bali that vary in shapes and sizes, and more of such are being built. The heights vary between 10 meters to 78 meters above the ground, and they all are equipped with state of the art safety gear and braces. The adrenaline rush when you thrust upward in the air is an experience you will retell again and again.

Imagine sitting on these aesthetic swings in the midst of heavenly natural beauty with your loved ones. Isn’t it for moments like these that we take exotic trips?

If you think that you had enough for the day, then buckle-up as you will then be driven to the famed Kintamani highland, a village famous for its varied landscapes. This awesome place has a plethora of restaurants & dining options. You can also drink the most expensive coffee in the world – the Kopi Luwak coffee. Among the many breathtaking views, the view of astounding active volcano, Mount Batur (Gunung Batur) is mesmerizing. You might pinch yourself to be sure that you are not in a wonderful dream. Make sure that the batteries of your camera & phones are charged, or else you’ll not forgive yourself!

After this memorable day filled with thrills and amazements of varied flavors, you will be transferred to your hotel for a well deserved sleep.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Ubud

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Transportation

Tours: Bali Swing, Coffee Plantation & Kintamani Tour

Breakfast at the hotel.

As you had a rather enjoyable but a little tiring Day 2, this day is reserved for some self-pampering, recuperation, & rejuvenation. After having a lip-smacking breakfast at your hotel in Ubud, you will check out & transfer to your hotel in Kuta.

Before your spa treatment, it is time for some more interaction with nature at the famed Sacred Monkey Forest of Ubud. This unique forest is a nature reserve and a temple complex, which is abode to hundreds of long-tailed Macaques (Macaca fascicularis). Don’t worry! The monkeys you’ll meet there are the friendliest you’ll encounter on this planet. You can actually pet them, feed them, and cuddle them. Sacred Monkey Forest of Ubud is visited by over 10,000 tourists a month, thus, these monkeys are used to human interaction and have even learned to pose for perfect selfies with you. No kidding!

Not only for its cute monkeys, but the Sacred Monkey Forest of Ubud is also famous for its ethereal natural beauty and contains at least 115 different species of trees. Apart from the gifts of nature, this forest boasts of the Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal temple, the ’Holy Spring’ bathing temple and another temple used for cremation ceremonies. Each of these places provides ample opportunities for you to take pictures that will make your peers envious for sure.

Caress your senses with herbal oils in the golden hands of the masseuses and masseurs while the incense sticks burn in the backdrop & spreading refreshing aromas. Absorb yourself in the most reinvigorating and soul-satisfying spa while being submerged in exotic flower petals, natural scents, aesthetic bath-tubs, surreal surroundings, & décor in the most scintillating spa centers of Bali.

The combination of heat, massage, and buoyancy in these tickling spas provide uncountable physical and mental benefits. Take this time to release all the tension in your limbs, head, & gut. Ease the tired muscles and enjoy full-body relaxation. The range of spa includes stone massage, shirodhara, hot oil massage, herbal massage, flower baths, and much more.

Flower baths contain essential oils & flowers specifically designed to treat different ailments and provide wellness benefits. These types of baths are particularly common in Bali, known as Bali flower baths.

After this day’s extensive self-care therapies, you are sure to have a sweet night sleep in your hotel in Kuta.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Kuta

Meals: Breakfast

Tour: Sacred Monkey Forest

Spa Treatment: Flower Bath & Full Body Massage

Transportation

Breakfast at the hotel.

This day brings you the option of having either a free day to rest & unwind at the hotel or embark on an optional tour on your own. You have the option to add on the Bali Instagram Tour or the Elephant Safai Tour for additional cost.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Kuta

Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel.

This day brings you the option of having either a free day to rest & unwind at the hotel or embark on an optional tour on your own. You have the option to add on the Bali Instagram Tour or the Elephant Safai Tour for additional cost.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Kuta

Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel.

Wake up and pack your bags carefully to make sure that you do not leave anything behind. Have a completely satisfying breakfast at the hotel & get transferred to the airport to board a flight to Bangkok.

Upon arrival at the Bangkok airport & after the immigration checkpoint you will be met by our representative. Board a vehicle and transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and rest of the day is at leisure.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Bangkok

Meals: Breakfast

Transportation

Breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast, we will proceed for a half day Grand Palace & city temple tour. See Bangkok’s temples & Grand Palace on a half-day tour of the city’s historic highlights. Visit the Temple of the Wat Traimit & Wat Pho, then explore the grounds that once housed the Royal Siamese court.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Bangkok

Meals: Breakfast

Transportation & Tour Admissions

Breakfast at hotel

After breakfast, we will embark on a Full-Day Ayutthaya ancient Thailand tour!

Ayutthaya - The ruined island city-state of Ayutthaya—the once great capital of the Kingdom of Siam toppled by the Burmese in the 18th century is now a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lying at the confluence of three rivers, north of Bangkok, Ayutthaya Historical Park protects magnificent crumbling stone temple spires, sun-worn statues, and other remnants of the three palaces, 400 temples, houses, and markets that thrived in Ayutthaya’s heyday.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Bangkok

Meals: Breakfast

Transportation & Tour Admissions

Breakfast at the hotel.

This day brings you the option of having either a free day to rest & unwind at the hotel or embark on an optional tour on your own.

Inclusions for Today

Overnight: Hotel in Bangkok

Meals: Breakfast

We will gather to in the morning to reflect on our journey.

Spend the day at leisure, packing, or doing your last-minute shopping for a before your departure back home to the USA.

Inclusions for Today

Meals: Breakfast

Transportation: Transportation to Airport