Dates are flexible. This day-by-day plan is provisional until you choose exact travel dates.
Start at Seminyak Village, an easygoing place to browse local boutiques and design shops without committing to a full shopping day. Allow about an hour; most shops open around 10am, though individual hours vary. From the center, it’s roughly a 10–15-minute walk west to Seminyak Beach. Spend the early afternoon strolling the sand or swimming, but check the surf and currents before getting in—conditions can be rough, and there are no lifeguards everywhere.
Continue north to Petitenget Temple, a compact seaside temple with historic grounds; modest dress is appreciated, and a sarong may be available to borrow at the entrance. Give yourself around 45 minutes, then walk a few minutes along the beachfront to La Lucciola for a leisurely late-afternoon meal overlooking the water. Budget roughly IDR 250,000–500,000 per person; reserve ahead if you want a prime sunset table.
Take a taxi or app ride inland to Merah Putih in Kerobokan—usually about 10–20 minutes, but Seminyak traffic can stretch that considerably. Its airy dining room is a lovely setting for polished Indonesian cooking; allow around 1.5 hours and budget IDR 300,000–600,000 per person. Book ahead, especially for dinner, and leave a little slack between the beach and your reservation: traffic around Petitenget can be slow.
Allow 1.5–2.5 hours for the drive from Seminyak, so leave around 5:30–6:00am and head straight to Tegallalang Rice Terraces. The paths are cooler and quieter early; allow about 1½ hours to wander the terraces. There’s usually an entrance or local access fee—bring small rupiah notes, and treat the swings as optional paid extras. Before setting off, check the day’s access and conditions with your driver, as paths and fees can vary.
Continue to Sari Organik for a relaxed meal among the rice fields; budget about IDR 100,000–200,000 per person. The final approach is on foot along narrow paths, so wear comfortable shoes and confirm the restaurant is open before you go. Then head into central Ubud for Ubud Palace (around 45 minutes) and the Ubud Art Market across the street (about an hour). The palace courtyard is a brief look at traditional architecture; market prices are negotiable, so browse first and bargain politely. Shop hours vary, and the liveliest stalls are generally open through the day.
A short drive south brings you to Ubud Monkey Forest for about 1½ hours on shaded paths through the temple grounds. Keep sunglasses, snacks and loose belongings tucked away, and don’t feed or touch the monkeys; check the current ticket price at the entrance. Finish at Bridges Bali in Campuhan for a leisurely dinner overlooking the river valley; allow around 1½ hours and budget IDR 250,000–500,000 per person. Reserve ahead for dinner if you want a particular table, and arrange a driver or ride back to your accommodation—after dark, the forest paths and smaller lanes aren’t a pleasant walk.
Allow the drive from Ubud to eat up 1½–2½ hours, then start at Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park in Ungasan. Give yourself about two hours to explore the broad grounds and see the monumental statue; it’s a lot of walking, so bring water and sun protection. Entry is roughly IDR 150,000–200,000, with prices and opening hours subject to change—check the park’s current details before setting out.
Have your driver take you to Padang Padang Beach in Pecatu, about 20–30 minutes away depending on traffic. The limestone steps down to this sheltered cove are steep and can be slippery; allow around 1½ hours for a swim or a breather on the sand. There’s usually a modest entrance fee, often around IDR 15,000–20,000. From here, it’s roughly a 10-minute drive to Suluban Beach; follow the steps and passages through the cliff to the cove, then spend about an hour watching surfers from shore. Check the tide if you’re hoping to explore the beach itself.
Head to Uluwatu Temple with plenty of buffer for peninsula traffic and parking. Arrive before sunset to enjoy the cliffside views, keep a firm hold of sunglasses and loose belongings around the resident monkeys, and allow about two hours for the temple and evening Kecak performance. Performance seats can sell out, so reserve ahead or arrive early; temple admission and the show are generally ticketed separately. Afterward, drive around 30–45 minutes to Menega Cafe on Jimbaran Bay for grilled seafood at a beachfront table. Budget roughly IDR 200,000–450,000 per person, and expect a slower meal at sunset-hour peak.
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