Choose Bali tour for your Vacation Holiday

Bali Island, the perfect holiday destination for all ages offers something for everyone. Bali offers not just various customs but also various "adrenalin pump" parks. Many exciting amusements are available in Bali, with something new opening all the time. The number of offshore and inland attraction are on the rise because many tourists want them. This tropical paradise has a unique blend of modern tourist facilities combined with wonderful shopping and a rich past and heritage. After white water rafting that has gained popularity in Bali, comes offshore rafting or ocean rafting. The more adventurous sort of amusement has now become an alternative sport for tourists. Meanwhile white water rafting is still a popular activity with trips on Ayung, Telaga Waja, Unda Rivers, etc. The tourists can refresh their mind by watching beautiful scenery along the route. Those are not enough, some of the best surfing beaches in the world can be found on the western side of the island whilst conversely the eastern side is a wonderful haven for families, with beautiful white sand beaches and gentle seas.

Bali is small island, just 140 Km by 80 Km and lies between Java, the most highly populated and influential of all the islands, and Lombok, one of the quieter and moderately slower paced islands. Like many islands, Bali has developed a world of its own. It not only captures what is special about Indonesia but also has a uniqueness of its own.

The culture of Bali is unique. People say that the Balinese people have reached self-content. The Balinese people are proud of having preserved their unique Hindu culture against the advance of Islam, the dominant religion throughout Indonesia. This is still reflected in days to day life and can be seen in the numerous ceremonies, Balinese festivals and magnificent temples and palaces. The Balinese are skilled artisans, particularly in woodcarving and in fashioning objects of tortoiseshell and of gold, silver and other metals. The Balinese are noted for their traditional dance, the distinctive music of the gamelan and for their skills in weaving cloth of gold and silver threads, Songket, as well as for embroidering silk and cotton clothing. Stone and woodcarvings, traditional and modern paintings and intricately designed jewelry in gold and silver are readily available in shops and galleries throughout the island.

As for recreation, there is no shortage of options. Nature walks, horseback riding, diving, surfing - even bungy jumping and white water rafting - await the adventurous here.

Geographically
Bali is volcanically active and extravagantly fertile. Bali has an area of 5620 sq km, measures approximately 140 km by 80 km and is just 8 degrees south of the equator. Mount Agung known as the 'mother mountain' is over 3000 meters. South and north of the central mountains are Bali's fertile agricultural lands. The southern region is a wide, gently sloping area where most of Bali's abundant rice crop is grown. The south-central area is the true rice basket of the Island. The northern coastal strip is narrower, rising more rapidly into the foothills of the central range, but the main export crops, coffee, copra and rice, are grown here. Cattle are also raised in this area.

Climate
Bali has a climate that is tropical all year. The average temperature hovers around 30 degrees Celsius year-round. There are dry and wet seasons -dry from April to September and wet from October to March- but it can rain at any time of year and even during the wet season rain is likely to pass quickly. In general May to August are the best months in Indonesia for the tour in bali. At that time of year the climate is likely to be cooler and the rains lightest. Around the coast, sea breezes temper the heat and as we move inland we also move up so the altitude works to keep things cool. It can get very cool up in the highlands and a warm sweater can be a good idea in mountain villages like Kintamani or Bedugul.

Population
With 2.5 million people, Bali is a very densely populated island. The population is almost all Indonesian, with the usual small Chinese contingent in the big towns, a sprinkling of Indian merchants, plus a number of more or less permanent visitors amongst the Westerners in Bali.

Culture
Each stage of Balinese life is marked by a series of ceremonies and rituals known as Manusa Yadnya. They contribute to the rich, varied and active life the average Balinese leads. There are ceremonies for every stage of Balinese life but often the last cremation ceremony is the biggest. A Balinese cremation can be an amazing, spectacular, colorful, noisy and exciting event. In fact it often takes so long to organize a cremation that years have passed since the death. During that time the body is temporarily buried. Of course an auspicious day must be chosen for the cremation and since a big cremation can be very expensive business many less wealthy people may take the opportunity of joining in at a larger cremation and sending their own dead on their way at the same time. Brahmans, however, must be cremated immediately. Apart from being yet another occasion for Balinese noise and confusion it's a fine opportunity to observe the incredible energy the Balinese put into creating real works of art which are totally ephemeral. There are a lot more than a body gets burnt at the cremation. The body is carried from the burial ground (or from the deceased's home if it's an 'immediate' cremation) to the cremation ground in a high, multi-tiered tower made of bamboo, paper, string, tinsel, silk, cloth, mirrors, flowers and anything else bright and colorful we can think of. The tower is carried on the shoulders of a group of men, the size of the group depending on the importance of the deceased and hence the size of the tower. The funeral of a former rajah high priest may require hundreds of men to tote the tower.

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CAMERON HIGHLAND TOUR

Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 20 km east of Ipoh and about 150 km north of Kuala Lumpur in Pahang, Malaysia. At 5,000 ft (1,500 m) above sea level it is the highest area on the mainland, and enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 25C and rarely falling below 12C year round. It was then recommended as a resort but it was not until 1925 that the present location was proposed as a hill resort, and developed.

Cameron Highlands is also popularly known as the "Green Bowl" of the country as it supplies large amount of local produce of vegetables to many major cities of Malaysia and Singapore. Tea and strawberries are also grown on the terraced slopes of the Cameron Highlands, and the area possesses notable rose gardens as well.

Cameron Highlands consists of a series of little townships which include Ringlet, Tanah Rata, and Brinchang. The best tourist amenities are sited in or around Tanah Rata but Brinchang is fast catching up with a number of new apartments and restaurants.

Attraction
Cameron Highlands is the perfect, cool mountain hideaway distant from all the frantic rush of city life. With perfect climatic condition it abounds with lush and colourful flora, providing an excellent and serene atmosphere for both business and pleasure.

Tea Plantation
The Cameron Highlands are well known because of its tea plantations. You can visit the tea factories to see the process of tea production and some have shops where you can drink and buy tea.

1. Road Habu, Ringlet

One of the most beautiful tea plantation located about 9 km from Ringlet. Founded by J.A .Archie Russell in 1929, the Boh Plantation is a Cameronian institution. The tea factory is open to public and you can also have a cup of BOH tea at the tea shop. Open everyday except Monday from 9am to 4.30pm.


2. Bharat Tea Estate

Located along the main road from Ringlet to Tanah Rata and further up from BOH, you can stop and enjoy a great view of the tea estate. It is second largest tea producer in Malaysia, producing Cameron Valley Tea which is synonymous with exquisite highland tea.



3. Sungai Palas Tea Estate
Another tea estate with a breathtaking view, located off the Kea Farm.There are short guided tours of the factory and you can also buy tea here. Open everyday except Monday and public holidays from 9am to 4.30pm.



Butterfly Farm
Cameron Highlands is home to a number of birds and insects not found in the lowlands. A selection of the unusual butterflies including the well-known Raja Brooke butterfly , moths and insects indigenous to the area can be found at Butterfly Garden and Butterfly Farm in the Green Cow area. The Butterfly Farm located 5 km north of Brinchang, which open daily from 8am - 6pm

Flower Nurseries
A number of flower nurseries can be found alongside the main road from Ringlet all the way to Kampung Raja. Most nurseries allow visitors to view the various varieties.

Robertson Rose Garden
2km to the northwest, on the way to the Palas Tea Estate, you'll find the Robertson Rose Garden which open daily from 10am - 6pm. Have the free visit here which also offers superb views of the sculpted sweep of the surrounding hills. Rose bushes aside, the shop here sells honey and cordials, as well as attractive dried flowers and arrangements.



Strawberries Farm
Visit the strawberry park here will entail visitors not only to the
opportunity to see how strawberries are cultivated but also offer the opportunity to purchase freshly picked strawberries with thick delicious fresh cream at affordable prices. Cameron Highlands's strawberries tend to be slightly smaller than those grown in Europe, probably due to a lack of long sunshine hours to promote growth, although they can be just as sweet and delicious. Most strawberries are sold to visitors as fresh fruit or jam, with the rest exported down to the lowlands.

Fruits & Vegetables Farm
There are many vegetable farms located throughout Cameron highlands. The most interesting ones to view can be found along the Boh Tea Estate road at Habu and in the Kea Farm area surrounding the Equatorial Hotel after Brinchang. Over forty percent of the produce is for export to Singapore, Brunei and Hong Kong.

Cactus Valley
Cactus Valley is one of the biggest and most popular tourist destination located at the cool mountains of Brinchang, Cameron Highlands. Cactus Valley boast of having one of the most variety of cactus plants, some as old as 60 years. Red and green man-made cactus beckon to you from afar. Here you'd be able to witness Nature at its finest, with blooms of every shape, size and colour. .



Golf Course
The 18 hole Golf course allows visitors to play in comfort away from the heat and humidity at sea level. The course is quite challenging with tricky greens and undulating terrain. Best to play from early in the morning as heavy afternoon rains are quite common.

Mountain Hiking
The most popular mountains are Gunung Brinchang, Gunung Beremban, Gunung Jasar, Gunung Perdah and Bukit Mentigi.

• Brinchang Hill: The highest sealed road on Peninsular Malaysia leads to the tallest peak in Cameron Highlands, Gunung Brinchang. The summit is 2,032 metres high, which offers panoramic view over the surrounding forest to the city of Ipoh. To reach the summit, head towards the Equatorial Hill Resort which leads to the Sungai Palas tea estate. The narrow single track road then leads direct to the summit, winding up steeply through the tea estate and vegetable farms.

Jungle Trekking

There are plenty of jungle walks of varying difficulty and distance to satisfy nature lovers. Two of them lead to the popular Parit Waterfall and Robinson Waterfall near Tanah Rata. Maps showing the trails are available at many of the shops and most hotels.

Accommodation

Cameron Highlands used to be a favorite amongst the British during the British colonial rule. To them, this place resembles England - with its old English country inns, chalets, and government rest houses in the form of quaint bungalows. These beautiful buildings still dot the rolling countryside to this day and now offers a cheap & cosy accommodation. Apart from this you will find a huge choice of luxurious 4-5 star Hotels, country lodges, in town or in the quiet countryside.

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Egypt Tours

The Arab Republic of Egypt, commonly known as Egypt, is a Republic in North Africa. ""Egypt"" came via the Latin word Aegyptus derived from ancient Greek, which means ‘the name of a temple of the god Ptah at Memphis.’ Cairo is the capital of Egypt and is known as the land for learning, culture and commerce.

Egypt has many exciting places to visit and enjoy. Tourists can choose from a variety of options like a Sahara wild safari, a trip to Cairo and also take a cruise down the Nile.

Egypt is well connected by trains and accessible via air, but due to the large area the country occupies, finding one’s way around can be time-consuming. An organized tour can be an excellent option for people who have less time to travel the land. However, adventurers can opt for a cruise down the Nile, which takes one along the beautiful river and is a spectacular experience. Tourists can also hire private tour guides. Tour guides in Egypt are certified by the government and are very helpful.

The hospitality industry in Egypt is thriving and has a lot to offer depending on the individual needs. There are a number of hotels to choose from in places like Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria as well as the Hurghada and the Sharm-el Sheikh.

Egypt is a shopper’s paradise a host of local made goods. The Khan-al-Khalili bazaar in Cairo has many items of everyday use. There are bazaars in other towns, as well. A traveler can get the best of hand-made carpets, perfume-concentrates, and pharaohnic objects. Egyptian cotton is world-known for its purity. Authentic papyrus can be purchased in the local markets.

The best time to visit this desert land is between September and May. A trip to Egypt can be an informative one with the host of ancient sites and the rich historical civilization. Personalized tours are available to suit every traveler’s needs. Tourist visas can be obtained at any port of entry.

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