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TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST BALI TOURS:

Karen Walker , Ogden, UT - This was a trip of a lifetime! And a check mark on my bucket list. Everything was perfect. From our Craftours guide to the bus driver and attendant are perfect. I loved this trip and all the activities. It is probably the best I’ve been on to date.

Jill Burrington-Brown , Snohomish, WA - Wonderful trip. It was packed full of fun adventures. I really enjoyed the elephant experience, the monkey forest, and of course, learning how to make batik fabric and taking home my work. Would love to do this again.

Cheri , Omaha, NE - Deb Haugen was a great tour manager and Kandiman was a good local guide. He was outgoing and loved to laugh and tell jokes.

Vicki Hauser , Overland Park, KS - Bali was one of the most enjoyable and educational tours I have been pleased to attend.

Rose Smilgys , Anthem, AZ - The Bali Experience was one of a kind! What an amazing place. The tours and activities were all first class along with the hotels.

Lori Park , Los Cruces, NM - The trip of my life. Bali wraps her kindness around you the minute you land. Gentle kindness is their lifestyle. Everything about Bali is over the top in beauty.

Susan Harlan , Wakarusa, KS - The Craftours Bali Experience was just that, an experience! For anyone who loves to participate in or is curious about different types of crafting, this definitely fits the bill.

Debi Lander , Lakewood Ranch, FL - A hands-on look at the traditional arts and crafts, and craftsmen of Bali with time to relax and enjoy the exotic island.

Ann Murray , Crystal Lake, IL - The Craftours Bali Experience exceeded my expectations. Deb Haugen and Kandi were the perfect guides on our tour of the Island of the gods and the Balinese people and culture. This was both an educational crafting tour and food for the mind/soul. The mix of planned activities and free time was great. We were able to add a meaningful side trip to Pura Tirta Empul and participate in a purification ceremony. Some people from our group also took a side trip to Pura Ulun Danu Bratan. Overall, this trip was absolutely awesome.

Lee Heilicher , Chaska, MN - Craftours is always a great tour to go on. From the guides to the itineraries, you always have a perfect time.

Nancy McAfee , Seattle, WA - This Craftours Bali Experience was everything I had hoped it would be and more! We saw Bali tourist sites but also spent time getting acquainted with the day today Bali. The friendly welcoming people in the hotel, the stores, the restaurants, and on the streets made this trip! I learned about the expert craftsmanship and artistry of the wood carvers, silversmiths, ikat weavers, batik makers, painters! The workshops were fun and informative, the staff kind and attentive! We even were able to visit a large local market place for a morning! My biggest takeaway is that every building is repurposed many times over! This is a marvelous recycle of ancient to new! This was a trip of a lifetime for me and I loved it!

Joanna Tinios , Johns Island, SC - Excellent value.

Jim Mann , Alpine, CA - Had a great time, and loved seeing the ladies having smiles and happy conversation. The activities were excellent and a real pleasure to learn the crafts.

Joyce Mann , Alpine, CA - My husband and I had a wonderful time. We really enjoyed Candy and all the interesting things he pointed out. He always made sure we were doing well. Betsy was also great. She was very attuned to all our needs.

Wiladene Yankee , Muscatine, IA - I was impressed with the program and the way my travel was handled. Very happy with all people who explained program and materials

Karen Blount , Bakersfield, CA - I have never been to Asia before. Meeting Betsy at the airport and having good advice was wonderful. We did so many things- lots of new experiences like wood carving, elephant riding and of course making our own batiks. All the staff were friendly and helpful. It was a great adventure.

Wiladene Yankee , Muscatine, IA - Well run, time well planned and I would do this again

Paula Logan , Burlington, IA - The accommodations were excellent. We had the opportunity to experience many aspects of the island.

Melinda Armstrong , Monmouth, IL - Bali was not what I was expecting. It was a beautiful country with extraordinary people. Our local and Craftours guide - Deb Huagen - were fantastic. They really knew the traditions and history of the Balinese people. The accommodations were top notch - Jim you pick the best. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to see the Southern Hemisphere.

Jeanne Schmaltz , Benicia, CA - Craftours Bali experience was much more than I expected. Deb Haugen, our tour guide, was excellent in the way she gathered us for our tours. She was kind and gentle in her approach even when she thought I had Covid(which I did not). The Balinese people were very patient and respectful in the way they addressed us. The crafts that we learned from cooking, dyeing fabric to woodwork is something I can do at home.

Pam Schwartz, Manakin Sabot, VA - "The tour was very informative and interesting."

April Lazarus, Jamesville, NY - "It was fabulous! We saw, did, learned, and experienced so many different things. Batik shopping was wild! This was the best trip of my life!!"

Tami Henry, Overland Park, KS - "The trip was good. Enjoyed the picture painting, the Batik factory and fabric making, the elephant park and the Ubud Monkey forest. Our local tour guide was excellent. The ice cold washcloths provided by his wife were very appreciated. Our guide Deb Haugen was good also."

Cecilia, Malvern, AR - "I absolutely loved this trip! The accommodation were fantastic. The tours were very crafty and there was time to explore."

Krista Labie, Plymouth, MN - "The Bali tour was my first tour with Craftours. I have been very impressed with the professionalism of the Craftours office staff who made sure travel insurance and any other concerns were addressed before we left. Our Craftours guide Deb Haugen made the tour very fun and entertaining. The accommodation were first class and activities allowed us to interact directly with Balinese crafters and artists. I will go on other Craftours in the future."

Ileen Miller, Oceanside, CA - "It was fabulous- loved the workshops, seeing the local countryside, talking with the Balinese people, eating the typical food."

Susan and David Simpson, Danville, PA - "Unbelievable trip. Was a wonderful and informative trip. So many interesting side trips. Loved the Elephant Sanctuary and the ride. The Ikat weaving and the Batik were the very best. AND we got to participate. How wonderful was that. Even my husband, who is not a fiber person, had a great time. Best trip ever!!!"

Grace Brouillette, Banning, CA - "Bali is a lovely country. This trip covered two different areas of Bali. We saw several types of crafts and participated in painting and wood carving. We made a flower offering also. The optional tours were awesome. The Bali Bird Park and the Elephant Safari Park were wonderful. The pace was very good."

Patricia Davis, Tucson, AZ - "A wonderful opportunity to experience many local craft venues and participate ‘hands on’ at many of them; this was something most visitors will never experience on their own."

Nanette McDoniels, Tucson, AZ - "It was a very great trip. We had a lot of fun. The people were very nice and helpful. Everything was taken care of for us. The hotels were very nice. Shopping was great. We Learned a lot on the tours."

Janet Henry, Mobile, AL - "Fabulous trip, I would love to do it again."

Aggie Benzing, Melbourne, FL - "Many new experiences. Beautiful places to stay."

Sue Carton, RedDeer, Alberta - "Every day was wonderful and well organized."

Shauna Charron, Mannville, Alberta - "I loved meeting the people of Bali. They were always so helpful and happy. What a lovely country."

Beverly Bowsher, Palm Bay, FL - "Absolutely amazing. Had a fantastic time. Would probably had not done this if it wasn’t for the tour."

Julie Knebel, Eugene, OR - "After a very long flight, I landed in a country that was truly magnificent unlike anything I have ever experienced. The Balinese are the kindest people and their culture and art work truly fascinating."

Kathy McKernan, Rock, MI - "Bali was a wonderful destination and the price of this trip made it affordable"

Cheryl Force, Vaughn, WA - "I planned this tour 2 years ago to mark my birthday doing something really big on my own. I thoroughly enjoyed this tour especially the opportunity to make my own batik and riding on an elephant at the reserve!"

Suzanne Brown, The Villages, FL - "Had an absolutely wonderful time on this tour. What a beautiful country and such beautiful and friendly people. Our tour guide and leader made everything perfect."

Ann McDevitt, Burlington, MA - "The tour was excellent!"

Ann Garvey, Wheaton, IL - "This trip to Bali was a fantastic and well balanced mix of interesting activities! there was time to relax and explore on your own as well! I could not have arranged such a trip on my own, I am grateful for the leadership and insight you have provided!"

Paula & Rich Bolan, Tucson, AZ - "We enjoyed the tour. It was an experience we will always remember. The Elephant ride, the Bird Park and the Batik fabric workshop/warehouse made the trip for us. Would have liked to have seen more of the country, ie., the rice terraces. We enjoyed the wood carving (Rich may have a new hobby!) and the painting class was fun."

Vera Lee H., San Francisco, CA - "The Bali tour was fascinating. I enjoyed the art demos and the hands on workshops (wood carving, acrylic painting, batik printing) with the master artisans immensely. Having the scheduled events in the morning and free afternoons or evenings were ideal. It allowed me time to process what I learned and observed before venturing into a new venue the following day. Also, it gave time for meandering the street market, taking in a massage, soaking in the pool, taking CT’s optional tours, or just unwinding in the beautiful hotel room."

Jillian Jary, Nelson, New Zealand - "Wondrous, exciting, hands on. Bus 3 company had so much fun, laughter, fellowship and camaraderie. Not only was Hartana our Bali guide very knowledgeable, he anticipated our every need. Our bus drivers were skilled and drove very safely. Our travel manager was fabulous and made sure that our every need was met. Deb Haugen’s gregarious personality spread warmth and love throughout our group. Lifelong friendships have been struck. Days of being creative with new friends who supported each other and made sure that everyone had fun and came away smiling."

Mary Sandison, Wrentham, MA - "One word could describe the Bali expedition, AWESOME! But to expand, I thought the trip was well organized with just the right amount of structured time vs our own down time. Being in a new country, I always felt safe and could ask any questions of the Craftours Escort and/or our Balinese Guide. Our Guide provided details of daily life and the customs of his country with pride, I so enjoyed his stories and appreciated his cautions when necessary. This was my first Craftours experience and I look forward to my next trip, Peru is calling me!"

Marcia Richardson, Jacksonville, FL - "I had a wonderful time on the Ultimate Arts and Crafts Expedition to Bali... The resorts where we stayed during the trip were top notch and the staff of each were extremely accommodating to all of us as they seemed to go over and above to please us. The guides and travel managers were truly awesome - they looked after all of us, even those of us that were not in their group... I know want to participate in another trip."

Patricia Wilson, Willits, CA - "The entire trip was far above anything I had imagined! The Balinese people are so gracious and the countryside enchanting! We loved participating in the crafts offered. It was wonderful to be able to bring home our own attempts from the various workshops! Our efforts at the crafts gave us a greater appreciation of what the local people have created! What fun to shop in the open-aired markets and be in contact with the charming people! Our daily hearty breakfasts started us out with the energizing foods that we needed to experience the wonders of the day! Thank you so much for the exquisite welcoming and farewell dinners - the celebrations couldn't have been more apropos. We LOVED our tour guide who was from the city of Ubud. He lovingly and humorously spoke of his native land - giving insights only someone from Bali could impart! The hotel accommodation were excellent - one a more intimate setting, the other amazingly lovely with the gorgeous landscaping and closeness to the Indian Ocean. We all delighted in the pretty Balinese dancers and rindik bamboo music that greeted us as we entered the hotel for the first time. I cannot stop thinking about our wonderful adventures...and speak highly of our experiences to all who have asked! Many thanks! Our time in Bali will give us happy thoughts for our lifetime!"

Sally Mack, Guernsey, WY - "What an incredible way to visit a country, to meet the people and learn about the culture. While many tours visit museums and historical sites (and I enjoy that too), Crafttours allowed us to literally meet "real" people, in their homes and businesses. And to have the opportunity to see, and experience to a small degree, the handiwork of Bali! Just wonderful. I will be looking at future possibilities."

Karen Fournier, Drumheller, Alberta - "I absolutely loved this trip! I have never traveled with a tour group before, and I was impressed with the service, the top-notch hotels and excursions provided. Already put a deposit down for the Ireland trip in 2019!!"

Betsy Martinson, Denver, CO - "Traveling with Craft Tours makes visits to exotic locations effortless, educational and entertaining."

Ann Moroz, The Villages, FL - "Absolutely wonderful! We will travel with Craftours again."

Carol Christy, Bixby, OK - "This was my second trip to Bali and my third trip with Craftours. Everything was top grade! I saw things I hadn't seen before, met new friends and thoroughly enjoyed "island" life. I'm already thinking of when I can go again.... but there are so many places in the world yet to discover."

Kag Buckley, Topping, VA - "This was a truly exotic destination. the people and the crafts were awesome and unique."

Marsha McElroy, Tulsa, OK - "Wonderful trip, I appreciated staying in the city and then going to the beach resort. Our local guide Matada was well informed and interesting. Everyone we met made us feel welcome."

Theodora Carter, Scottsdale, AZ - "I thoroughly enjoyed the adventure and the wonderful people I met on the tour. I honestly loved being in Bali so much I did not want to return to the States. Leaving Bali was very depressing for me."

Nikki Barker, Onalaska, WI - "This trip was so much fun and more than I expected! To be able to travel with my mom and grandma and experience all of the fun crafts and experiences we had- it will be something I will never forget! On a side note- the price for this trip was a steal! You get to do so much and stay at beautiful resorts for a fraction of the cost! I will definitely take another trip through Craftours!!"

Pamela Blatzheim, Henderson, NV - "This was a trip of a lifetime."

Kathie Vaughn, Carmichael, CA - "Spending a week in Bali was a dream come true. You can't beat the price and diversity of activities offered by Craftours!"

Joanne Bouchard, Henderson, NV - "What a wonderful adventure--once in a lifetime!! We experienced beautiful Bali, learned about the people and their culture, learned new crafts and met wonderful fellow travelers. Thank you Craftours."

Jean Cassell, Cashton, WI - "This was one of the places I always wanted to go to. This tour was so much more than I could have thought it would be. Everything was first class so planned out. I think we really liked it, as our conversations on the way home was, where do we go next."

Cynthia Hanson, Durham, CA - "Great, eye opening experience! The hands-on projects at various workshops gave me a deeper appreciation for the skill and craftsmanship involved. Going behind the scenes and storefronts makes a more lasting impression and gives depth to my memories of Bali. So nice not to spend time and energy on the logistics of the trip. Time and energy spent absorbing the experiences."

Sandra (Sandy) Millett, Corvallis, OR - "Once in Bali and broken up into smaller groups, the daily tours worked well and were very enjoyable."

Mary Penko, Pacifica, CA - "Wonderful trip, excellent guide (Alice)! Our Bali guide was also great!"

Ed Olson, Grand Forks, ND - "Very educational. Excellent accommodation."

Suzanne Bedke, Brookings, OR - "My first Craftour and I went because I had never been to Bali. Craft experiences were quite enjoyable."

Dianne Caron, Red Deer, Alberta - "This tour was an incredible experience. The people were awesome, the interaction with the locals was very good. Our tour guide was very dedicated to keeping us happy and healthy. She was just great. Being able to actually get in and "get my hands dirty" so to speak; beyond words amazing..."

Faye Oszli, Grand Prairie, Alberta - "An awesome experience, great to learn about and try our hand at some new crafts."

Karen Uridel, Mentor, OH - "I loved this trip. The hotels were beautiful and more than I expected. The people were kind and thoughtful and generous. The events were well planned and very interesting."

Kathy Blakey, San Diego, CA - "What an incredible trip to Bali. I never thought that I would be so moved as I was by the precious souls of Bali! Their kindness, generosity, humility are the things we need more of throughout the world. I had a great time learning so much about Batiks. I no longer look at them the same. The elephants, monkeys, mask making, batiking, shopping (oh the shopping), massages, food, painting, our local guides, bus drivers, the food, did I mention the food? A trip of a lifetime. The trip is for anyone who really wants to learn from the people of Bali and find inner peace. Highly recommended. I will go again!!"

Doris Hulse, The Villages, FL - "The tour was amazing. We stayed at two excellent hotels, one in Ubud and one at the beach in Nusa Dua. They were both beautiful but very different from each other. The first was smaller and more of a boutique hotel, the beach hotel was huge, and very well appointed. The tours were great, I don't know how you could get around to everything we did without a tour group like Craft Tours."

Patty DeSaye, Whitehall, MT - "This trip was an experience of a lifetime."

Karen Draper, Tigard, OR - "It was an incredible trip. The people on our bus (#5) were great. Sherrill was a fantastic tour director."

Sharon Sato, Freemont, CA - "This tour was fantastic. The people were truly gracious, the different craft projects were great, especially learning how to make Batiks."

Jes Ballas, Walnutport, PA - "This was a very unique way to experience Bali. I don't think the average tourist got to see & do the things we did. We got to see Bali in a unique way by having hands-on experiences with local people which was fascinating."

Carol Thompson, Phoenix, AZ - "This tour took me to places that the average tourist would not see. I enjoyed the variety of items we made and the gentle push outside my comfort zone. Our tour leader was great, and I met many wonderful people."

Karen Eiler, Moline, IL - "Beyond my expectations."

Donna Koser, Westminster, SC - "Enjoyed the tour."

Faith Clover, St. Paul, MN - "This was my first trip and you might say, a trial run. I was very impressed with the overall organization, the quality of accommodation, the crafts we were introduced to and in which we participated. In general, these far exceeded my expectations. First, a short series of talks on the history and cultural background of Bali, especially on the role of crafts in the culture. The batik day was great! Excellent teachers, plenty of time to finish our projects."

Roberta Allen, Oceanside, CA - "This trip was AMAZING! Bali is a wonderful destination, and Craftours really pulled out all the stops with our hotels in Ubud and Nusa Dua. The hotels selected were top-notch and made the experience so much better."

Pamela Gray, Fullerton, CA - "The trip was better than we could have imagined. There were unexpected gifts, the hotels were fabulous. The craft experiences were eye opening as to how much work goes into batiks, masks etc."

Leslie Harvill, Macon, GA - "It was a great trip. Things ran smoothly given the size of the group, 160 people!!! The Komenaka at Bisma was AMAZING! I would definitely travel with this company again."

Judy Read, Vars, Ontario - "This was a once in a lifetime experience. Exceptional guides, luxury accommodation, positive attitudes... this was a wonderful bucket-list adventure."

Stacey Hunter, Portage, Michigan - "It was a wonderful, affordable way to see a location that I probably would never have seen without this tour opportunity."

Dany Dwyer, East Bridgewater, Massachusetts - "Loved being in Bali. Bali will have a piece of my heart always."

Laura Rentschler, Paw Paw, Michigan - "Bali was an amazing trip - in particular the people which are so gracious."

Wayne Lasson, Lake Forest, Illinois - "Trip was outstanding. A perfect balance between crafts and local places to see and free time. Accommodations were excellent - at both locations [one in craft area and one in resort area.] We really saw and enjoyed Bali."

Ellen Davidson, Somerville, Massachusetts - "Excellent planning and pacing. Just the right balance of planned and open time. Right balance of doing crafts, observing crafts, and doing other excursions."

Peggy Moore, Hillsboro, Oregon - "Great trip with interesting sites and classes"

Tammy Kaplan, Savage, Minnesota - "This was a top notch tour in all ways. They make sure that we are well cared for at all times. It was educational, fun, safe, with a huge variety of activities every day, great people, just a blast!"

Jinny Beyer, - "I’ve recently returned from a fabulous trip to Indonesia. It was spectacular. Craftours certainly knows how to run a tour. We stayed in a first class resort and took day trips from there. We did lots of sight seeing, sewing, and eating the delicious Indonesian food! This is the third trip that I have taken with them. In all of them the accommodation were first class, the organization exceptional, and on each trip the local guides that were arranged have been awesome....so much planning, knowledge and information has gone into these trips and I recommend them highly."

TESTIMONIALS ABOUT CRAFTOURS ON BALI TOURS:

Karen Walker , Ogden, UT - This was a trip of a lifetime! And a check mark on my bucket list. Everything was perfect. From our Craftours guide to the bus driver and attendant are perfect. I loved this trip and all the activities. It is probably the best I’ve been on to date.

Tami Henry, Overland Park, KS - "The trip was good. Enjoyed the picture painting, the Batik factory and fabric making, the elephant park and the Ubud Monkey forest. Our local tour guide was excellent. The ice cold washcloths provided by his wife were very appreciated. Our guide Deb Haugen was good also."

Carolyn Anderson, Middleboro, MA - "FABULOUS trip. Deb Haugen was a great guide. Her urban sketch class was a lovely addition to the itinerary."

Krista Labie, Plymouth, MN - "The Bali tour was my first tour with Craftours. I have been very impressed with the professionalism of the Craftours office staff who made sure travel insurance and any other concerns were addressed before we left. Our Craftours guide Deb Haugen made the tour very fun and entertaining. The accommodation were first class and activities allowed us to interact directly with Balinese crafters and artists. I will go on other Craftours in the future."

Marilee Marter, Monument, CO - "The hands-on workshops were so much fun! The balance of activities and free time was perfect, and our tour leader was the best! Local tour guide, Sumada, was very kind and well-informed. Every day was well-planned and easily manageable for all the guests."

Nanette McDoniels, Tucson, AZ - "It was a very great trip. We had a lot of fun. The people were very nice and helpful. Everything was taken care of for us. The hotels were very nice. Shopping was great. We Learned a lot on the tours."

Sandy Rogers, Henderson, NV - "This was my 4th Craft Tour. They just get better each time. Great itinerary, full of fun crafts. Best travel manager, Alice, by far. Awesome accommodation. On site travel manager and bus driver very helpful. I use a walker and the crew made using it very easy. I will always recommend Craft Tours to my friends and quilt club members. Thanks again."

Sue Carton, RedDeer, Alberta - "Every day was wonderful and well organized."

Sally Turco, Cherhill, Alberta - "This was the first tour I have taken. I was totally thrilled with the care, service and attention to detail that was offered on this tour. From our arrival to our departure, our tour guide made every effort to meet our needs and answer questions, no matter how trivial. A truly enjoyable experience!"

Sara Borr, Norristown, PA - "Having traveled with Craftours a number of times I was sure the trip would be great and it was."

Frieda Toback, Boynton Beach, FL - "Very enjoyable tour made better by the outstanding leadership of Mary Ellen."

Suzanne Brown, The Villages, FL - "Had an absolutely wonderful time on this tour. What a beautiful country and such beautiful and friendly people. Our tour guide and leader made everything perfect."

Ann Garvey, Wheaton, IL - "This trip to Bali was a fantastic and well balanced mix of interesting activities! there was time to relax and explore on your own as well! I could not have arranged such a trip on my own, I am grateful for the leadership and insight you have provided!"

Jillian Jary, Nelson, New Zealand - "Wondrous, exciting, hands on. Bus 3 company had so much fun, laughter, fellowship and camaraderie. Not only was Hartana our Bali guide very knowledgeable, he anticipated our every need. Our bus drivers were skilled and drove very safely. Our travel manager was fabulous and made sure that our every need was met. Deb Haugen’s gregarious personality spread warmth and love throughout our group. Lifelong friendships have been struck. Days of being creative with new friends who supported each other and made sure that everyone had fun and came away smiling."

Mary Sandison, Wrentham, MA - "One word could describe the Bali expedition, AWESOME! But to expand, I thought the trip was well organized with just the right amount of structured time vs our own down time. Being in a new country, I always felt safe and could ask any questions of the Craftours Escort and/or our Balinese Guide. Our Guide provided details of daily life and the customs of his country with pride, I so enjoyed his stories and appreciated his cautions when necessary. This was my first Craftours experience and I look forward to my next trip, Peru is calling me!"

Marcia Richardson, Jacksonville, FL - "I had a wonderful time on the Ultimate Arts and Crafts Expedition to Bali... The resorts where we stayed during the trip were top notch and the staff of each were extremely accommodating to all of us as they seemed to go over and above to please us. The guides and travel managers were truly awesome - they looked after all of us, even those of us that were not in their group... I know want to participate in another trip."

Patricia Wilson, Willits, CA - "The entire trip was far above anything I had imagined! The Balinese people are so gracious and the countryside enchanting! We loved participating in the crafts offered. It was wonderful to be able to bring home our own attempts from the various workshops! Our efforts at the crafts gave us a greater appreciation of what the local people have created! What fun to shop in the open-aired markets and be in contact with the charming people! Our daily hearty breakfasts started us out with the energizing foods that we needed to experience the wonders of the day! Thank you so much for the exquisite welcoming and farewell dinners - the celebrations couldn't have been more apropos. We LOVED our tour guide who was from the city of Ubud. He lovingly and humorously spoke of his native land - giving insights only someone from Bali could impart! The hotel accommodation were excellent - one a more intimate setting, the other amazingly lovely with the gorgeous landscaping and closeness to the Indian Ocean. We all delighted in the pretty Balinese dancers and rindik bamboo music that greeted us as we entered the hotel for the first time. I cannot stop thinking about our wonderful adventures...and speak highly of our experiences to all who have asked! Many thanks! Our time in Bali will give us happy thoughts for our lifetime!"

Sally Mack, Guernsey, WY - "What an incredible way to visit a country, to meet the people and learn about the culture. While many tours visit museums and historical sites (and I enjoy that too), Crafttours allowed us to literally meet "real" people, in their homes and businesses. And to have the opportunity to see, and experience to a small degree, the handiwork of Bali! Just wonderful. I will be looking at future possibilities."

Karen Fournier, Drumheller, Alberta - "I absolutely loved this trip! I have never traveled with a tour group before, and I was impressed with the service, the top-notch hotels and excursions provided. Already put a deposit down for the Ireland trip in 2019!!"

Cindy Frederick, Guernsey, WY - "This trip was really well planned and so educational and fun."

Betsy Martinson, Denver, CO - "Traveling with Craft Tours makes visits to exotic locations effortless, educational and entertaining."

Ann Moroz, The Villages, FL - "Absolutely wonderful! We will travel with Craftours again."

Carol Christy, Bixby, OK - "This was my second trip to Bali and my third trip with Craftours. Everything was top grade! I saw things I hadn't seen before, met new friends and thoroughly enjoyed "island" life. I'm already thinking of when I can go again.... but there are so many places in the world yet to discover."

Kag Buckley, Topping, VA - "This was a truly exotic destination. the people and the crafts were awesome and unique."

Marsha McElroy, Tulsa, OK - "Wonderful trip, I appreciated staying in the city and then going to the beach resort. Our local guide Matada was well informed and interesting. Everyone we met made us feel welcome."

Peggy Carter, Jenkinsburg, GA - "It was an experience I'll never forget. The hotels were great, and so were the crafts. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire trip. Our travel manager, Holly, did a fabulous job on keeping us informed, hydrated, and happy."

Nikki Barker, Onalaska, WI - "This trip was so much fun and more than I expected! To be able to travel with my mom and grandma and experience all of the fun crafts and experiences we had- it will be something I will never forget! On a side note- the price for this trip was a steal! You get to do so much and stay at beautiful resorts for a fraction of the cost! I will definitely take another trip through Craftours!!"

Kathie Vaughn, Carmichael, CA - "Spending a week in Bali was a dream come true. You can't beat the price and diversity of activities offered by Craftours!"

Joanne Bouchard, Henderson, NV - "What a wonderful adventure--once in a lifetime!! We experienced beautiful Bali, learned about the people and their culture, learned new crafts and met wonderful fellow travelers. Thank you Craftours."

Susan Richards, Saint Louis Park - "The staff and guides were great. The hotels were wonderful. I would say that the arts and crafts part was lacking in substance and was more about shopping then learning a new craft. In fact, even the expo was more about shopping than seeing different types of batiks. The batik school and going to the batik factory and making the batiks with the stamps was very educational."

Mary Penko, Pacifica, CA - "Wonderful trip, excellent guide (Alice)! Our Bali guide was also great!"

Kay Taylor, Belleville, WA - "All the planned activities were excellent. Our local guide was full of information and the locals at all the activities were very friendly and attentive to our needs."

Suzanne Bedke, Brookings, OR - "My first Craftour and I went because I had never been to Bali. Craft experiences were quite enjoyable."

Dianne Caron, Red Deer, Alberta - "This tour was an incredible experience. The people were awesome, the interaction with the locals was very good. Our tour guide was very dedicated to keeping us happy and healthy. She was just great. Being able to actually get in and "get my hands dirty" so to speak; beyond words amazing..."

Karen Uridel, Mentor, OH - "I loved this trip. The hotels were beautiful and more than I expected. The people were kind and thoughtful and generous. The events were well planned and very interesting."

Barba Drebenstedt, Davenport, IA - "This trip far exceeded my expectations in every way. The Craftours staff went beyond the extra mile to make this a friendly, knowledgeable and fun experience. I would highly recommend Craftours to anyone looking for a fun and unique experience in the world of crafts. I'd like to take another trip in the near future."

Doris Hulse, The Villages, FL - "The tour was amazing. We stayed at two excellent hotels, one in Ubud and one at the beach in Nusa Dua. They were both beautiful but very different from each other. The first was smaller and more of a boutique hotel, the beach hotel was huge, and very well appointed. The tours were great, I don't know how you could get around to everything we did without a tour group like Craft Tours."

Karen Draper, Tigard, OR - "It was an incredible trip. The people on our bus (#5) were great. Sherrill was a fantastic tour director."

Carol Thompson, Phoenix, AZ - "This tour took me to places that the average tourist would not see. I enjoyed the variety of items we made and the gentle push outside my comfort zone. Our tour leader was great, and I met many wonderful people."

Faith Clover, St. Paul, MN - "This was my first trip and you might say, a trial run. I was very impressed with the overall organization, the quality of accommodation, the crafts we were introduced to and in which we participated. In general, these far exceeded my expectations. First, a short series of talks on the history and cultural background of Bali, especially on the role of crafts in the culture. The batik day was great! Excellent teachers, plenty of time to finish our projects."

Roberta Allen, Oceanside, CA - "This trip was AMAZING! Bali is a wonderful destination, and Craftours really pulled out all the stops with our hotels in Ubud and Nusa Dua. The hotels selected were top-notch and made the experience so much better."

Leslie Harvill, Macon, GA - "It was a great trip. Things ran smoothly given the size of the group, 160 people!!! The Komenaka at Bisma was AMAZING! I would definitely travel with this company again."

Dafna Gatmon, Davis, California - "I loved being able to do a trip with Ali Edwards and taking her workshops. She was wonderful."

Ellen Davidson, Somerville, Massachusetts - "Excellent planning and pacing. Just the right balance of planned and open time. Right balance of doing crafts, observing crafts, and doing other excursions."

Jinny Beyer, - "I’ve recently returned from a fabulous trip to Indonesia. It was spectacular. Craftours certainly knows how to run a tour. We stayed in a first class resort and took day trips from there. We did lots of sight seeing, sewing, and eating the delicious Indonesian food! This is the third trip that I have taken with them. In all of them the accommodation were first class, the organization exceptional, and on each trip the local guides that were arranged have been awesome....so much planning, knowledge and information has gone into these trips and I recommend them highly."

Bonnie Hunter, - "I’ve been honored and blessed to have been traveling with Craftours over the past several years as a teacher, lecturer and as a travel manager. The attention to detail and organization of every aspect of the tours from travel logistics, to lodging, activities and highlights are unsurpassed. Be it a cruise, a land tour or other excursion, be prepared for phenomenal itineraries, first class accommodation, knowledgeable and engaging tour guides, and even fabulous and fun bus drivers (land tour) who will give you the trip of a life time. This is the stuff that travel dreams are made of. These are memories that will last a life time. The folks I have met while traveling with Craftours have become friends for life. There are Sew Many Places to see! There are Sew Many Places to discover!"

TESTIMONIALS ABOUT THE CRAFTS ON BALI TOURS:

Carolyn Anderson, Middleboro, MA - "FABULOUS trip. Deb Haugen was a great guide. Her urban sketch class was a lovely addition to the itinerary."

Marilee Marter, Monument, CO - "The hands-on workshops were so much fun! The balance of activities and free time was perfect, and our tour leader was the best! Local tour guide, Sumada, was very kind and well-informed. Every day was well-planned and easily manageable for all the guests."

Sandy Rogers, Henderson, NV - "This was my 4th Craft Tour. They just get better each time. Great itinerary, full of fun crafts. Best travel manager, Alice, by far. Awesome accommodation. On site travel manager and bus driver very helpful. I use a walker and the crew made using it very easy. I will always recommend Craft Tours to my friends and quilt club members. Thanks again."

Jillian Jary, Nelson, New Zealand - "Wondrous, exciting, hands on. Bus 3 company had so much fun, laughter, fellowship and camaraderie. Not only was Hartana our Bali guide very knowledgeable, he anticipated our every need. Our bus drivers were skilled and drove very safely. Our travel manager was fabulous and made sure that our every need was met. Deb Haugen’s gregarious personality spread warmth and love throughout our group. Lifelong friendships have been struck. Days of being creative with new friends who supported each other and made sure that everyone had fun and came away smiling."

Patricia Wilson, Willits, CA - "The entire trip was far above anything I had imagined! The Balinese people are so gracious and the countryside enchanting! We loved participating in the crafts offered. It was wonderful to be able to bring home our own attempts from the various workshops! Our efforts at the crafts gave us a greater appreciation of what the local people have created! What fun to shop in the open-aired markets and be in contact with the charming people! Our daily hearty breakfasts started us out with the energizing foods that we needed to experience the wonders of the day! Thank you so much for the exquisite welcoming and farewell dinners - the celebrations couldn't have been more apropos. We LOVED our tour guide who was from the city of Ubud. He lovingly and humorously spoke of his native land - giving insights only someone from Bali could impart! The hotel accommodation were excellent - one a more intimate setting, the other amazingly lovely with the gorgeous landscaping and closeness to the Indian Ocean. We all delighted in the pretty Balinese dancers and rindik bamboo music that greeted us as we entered the hotel for the first time. I cannot stop thinking about our wonderful adventures...and speak highly of our experiences to all who have asked! Many thanks! Our time in Bali will give us happy thoughts for our lifetime!"

Peggy Carter, Jenkinsburg, GA - "It was an experience I'll never forget. The hotels were great, and so were the crafts. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire trip. Our travel manager, Holly, did a fabulous job on keeping us informed, hydrated, and happy."

Nikki Barker, Onalaska, WI - "This trip was so much fun and more than I expected! To be able to travel with my mom and grandma and experience all of the fun crafts and experiences we had- it will be something I will never forget! On a side note- the price for this trip was a steal! You get to do so much and stay at beautiful resorts for a fraction of the cost! I will definitely take another trip through Craftours!!"

Susan Richards, Saint Louis Park - "The staff and guides were great. The hotels were wonderful. I would say that the arts and crafts part was lacking in substance and was more about shopping then learning a new craft. In fact, even the expo was more about shopping than seeing different types of batiks. The batik school and going to the batik factory and making the batiks with the stamps was very educational."

Dianne Caron, Red Deer, Alberta - "This tour was an incredible experience. The people were awesome, the interaction with the locals was very good. Our tour guide was very dedicated to keeping us happy and healthy. She was just great. Being able to actually get in and "get my hands dirty" so to speak; beyond words amazing..."

Barba Drebenstedt, Davenport, IA - "This trip far exceeded my expectations in every way. The Craftours staff went beyond the extra mile to make this a friendly, knowledgeable and fun experience. I would highly recommend Craftours to anyone looking for a fun and unique experience in the world of crafts. I'd like to take another trip in the near future."

Faith Clover, St. Paul, MN - "This was my first trip and you might say, a trial run. I was very impressed with the overall organization, the quality of accommodation, the crafts we were introduced to and in which we participated. In general, these far exceeded my expectations. First, a short series of talks on the history and cultural background of Bali, especially on the role of crafts in the culture. The batik day was great! Excellent teachers, plenty of time to finish our projects."

Dafna Gatmon, Davis, California - "I loved being able to do a trip with Ali Edwards and taking her workshops. She was wonderful."

Ellen Davidson, Somerville, Massachusetts - "Excellent planning and pacing. Just the right balance of planned and open time. Right balance of doing crafts, observing crafts, and doing other excursions."