Getting to the far side of the world's most special island is a memorable journey through endless scenic vistas and reminders of Bali's centuries old Hindu-Buddhist history.  You will see a cross section of cultural and pastoral life, as you pass through villages and countryside.

With Amed at mid point, the rugged coastline marks the northeast boundary of Bali's largest regency.  Reminder of the grand old days of kings and courts, the palace at Amlapura and the royal bathing pools of Ujung and Tirtagangga.

On the road to Amed the mountains peak and tumble into spectacular rice terraces where the hand of man has consummated the Balinese extraordinary marriage with nature.  And always the mighty Gunung Agung, Bali's most holy and tallest mountain, towers and dominates the landscape.

The north road to Amed meanders past the timeless coastal activity of salt making.   Amed can also be reached via Ujung by the back road which winds high above tiny secluded bays where thousands of rainbow coloured "jukung" outriggers rest.