Metal Immersion - Bali Indonesia
- Location
- Bali, Indonesia
- Date
- May 5- May 14, 2027
- Reserve your spot
We begin our time together by unwinding at an exclusive private resort, giving you the perfect opportunity to slow down, disconnect, and recharge after your long international journey. Once you are thoroughly refreshed, we will journey into the lush, artistic heart of Ubud for an intensive, 5-day silver jewelry masterclass. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with master local artisans, you will use traditional tools and time-honored heritage techniques to bring your own stunning, hand-fabricated pieces to life.
Between rewarding days in the studio, we will explore Bali’s iconic water temples, emerald rice terraces, and bustling artisan markets, all capped off by the hypnotic rhythm of a traditional fire dance performance.
Pricing
$5,500/per person single occupancy
$4,950/per person double occupancy
$3,250/companion, double occupancy (shared bed, does not include class and lunches)
Premium upgrades - Over the water villa with private pool (at resort, 2 nights) +$800.
Add a Little More Adventure - Komodo National Park
• Optional Komodo Add-On: 2 nights in Flores to explore Komodo national park.• Includes: 2 nights resort stay, breakfasts, round trip flight from DPS to LBJ, airport transfers, one personal item, one checked bag (15kg) all day cruise and all Komodo National Park entrance and ranger fees.
• If you are selecting this option, your departure is May 16, 2027 after 1pm from DPS. An alternative departure via Singapore (SIN) is available with a $125 flight credit, however, you must book your own connecting segment.
$1,350/per person single occupancy
$1,100/per person double occupancy
What the price will include
• 9 nights of accommodation (2 private villas).
• Class Instruction: 5 days of intensive silversmithing workshops (stone for pendant not included; details will be provided at a later time).
• Projects: a heavyweight Byzantine bracelet (7”), bracelet finishing, a stone-set pendant, earrings, and a ring.
• Meals: Daily breakfasts, 5 studio lunches, and 3 specialty dinners.
• All entry fees and permits, temples, monkey forest, and the rice terraces.
• Private Transportation: Dedicated private vans for all ground transfers, airport pickups, and land tours in Bali.
What is Not Included
• International flights to Indonesia (and/or to Singapore, if selecting the add-on package).
• Entry visas, local tourist levies, and airport customs declarations.
• Mandatory personal travel insurance.
• Meals not listed above, beverages, souvenirs, and tips for local guides/drivers.
• Pendant stone (sizing guidelines will be provided ahead of time so you can bring your own).
• Tips are not included for any portion of the trip.
Important Instructor Prerequisite & Excursion Details
• Skill Requirement: This curriculum is strictly intermediate+. Participants must be proficient with a torch/soldering and completely capable of weaving a standard Byzantine chain-maille pattern from memory.
• Tools Required: All tools needed will be made available at the studio, however, we suggest bringing the following tools: solder pick, fine tweezers for picking up granules, chain nose pliers, large half round file, needles files, chain nose pliers.
• Silver Market Surcharge: Studio materials are included, but if the market price of silver rises above $75/ozt. by May 1, 2027, a material surcharge will apply.
• Physicality: Sightseeing will be on foot with plenty of walking, temple stairs, and uneven terrain. It will be hot and highly humid—pack a hand fan and light clothing!
• Connectivity: To coordinate group logistics seamlessly across multiple islands, an active WhatsApp account backed by a continuous international cellular data plan is required.
• Travel Windows: You must arrive in Denpasar, Bali (DPS) no later than May 5, 2027. Departure will be from Denpasar (DPS) on May 14, 2027, no earlier than 11 AM. If you are joining the Komodo excursion, your departure will be May 16, 2027 after 1 PM. If you prefer to fly back from LBJ, please contact Kieu directly to work out logistics..
• Economic & Volatility Surcharge: Due to current fluctuations in the global economy, the final trip price is subject to adjustment based on significant shifts in fuel costs and international currency exchange rates. Base rates are calculated at a baseline exchange rate of 17,000 IDR to 1 USD. If severe market volatility occurs before final payments are settled, a fuel or exchange rate surcharge may be applied to reflect true local operating costs.
• Flight Cost & Availability Variance: Because domestic and regional airline schedules in Southeast Asia are subject to sudden rate increases and route changes, seats cannot be guaranteed indefinitely. Registering early locks in your regional flight segments under our main group booking. If you register late or outside of our primary booking window, you will be responsible for any additional fare differences required to secure your seat on the group flights.
• Baggage: The general rule when traveling on our excursions, bring only luggage that you can carry up 2 flights of stairs on your own. That being said, there will be opportunities to have your laundry done during the trip.
Registration & Cancellation Policy
• Deposit: $500 to save your spot (will be applied to final payment), becoming entirely non-refundable after October 1, 2026.
• Final Balance Due: On or before December 1, 2026.
• Refund Policy: Any cancellation refunds processed before the deadlines will incur a 3% credit card processing fee. Absolutely no refunds can be issued after Feb. 1, 2027.
• Government Protection Clause: If official US or Indonesian government travel bans, health regulations, or sudden site closures prevent our group from gathering or moving freely by April 1, 2027, the trip will be canceled in full, and all guests will receive a 100% refund (less the 3% merchant processing fee).