15-Day Bali Itinerary

  • Day 1: Seminyak Beach
    30 minutes (7.2km) from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport

    After settling into your accommodation and getting a good night's sleep, head to Seminyak Beach just in time for a beautiful sunrise. This beach is known for its stunning views of the Indian Ocean, making it the perfect spot for some early morning relaxation.

  • Day 2: Tegalalang Rice Terrace
    1 hour 20 minutes (31.3km) from Seminyak Beach

    Today, experience the beauty of Bali's countryside and visit the Tegalalang Rice Terrace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you will see the traditional Balinese irrigation system called “Subak” and learn more about the importance of rice in Balinese Culture.

  • Day 3: Ubud Monkey Forest
    30 minutes (10km) from Tegalalang Rice Terrace

    Get up close and personal with some of Bali's cheekiest residents at the Ubud Monkey Forest. This nature reserve is home to over 700 Balinese long-tailed monkeys and is a unique and exciting experience for animal lovers.

  • Day 4: Mount Batur Sunrise Trek
    2 hours 30 minutes (76km) from Ubud Monkey Forest

    Experience one of the most iconic sunrise views in Bali on this early morning trek up Mount Batur. Starting at 2 am, the trek up the volcano is challenging but completely worth it when you reach the summit and watch the sun come up over Lake Batur.

  • Day 5: Besakih Temple
    2 hours 10 minutes (64.4km) from Mount Batur

    Besakih Temple, also known as the "Mother Temple", is the largest and most important Hindu temple in Bali. With its stunning architecture and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, Besakih Temple is a must-visit attraction.

  • Day 6: Lovina Beach
    2 hours 5 minutes (74.6km) from Besakih Temple

    Escape the crowds and head north to Lovina Beach. This black sand beach is a popular spot for snorkeling, diving, and dolphin watching tours. Spend the day relaxing and soaking up the sun, or take to the water and explore Bali's marine life.

  • Day 7: Pura Ulun Danu Bratan
    2 hours 30 minutes (65.9km) from Lovina Beach

    This stunning temple is located in the middle of Lake Bratan and is famous for its unique architecture and religious significance. Take a boat ride out to the temple and spend the day exploring the surrounding gardens and enjoying the views of the lake.

  • Day 8: Uluwatu Temple
    3 hours 30 minutes (89.5km) from Pura Ulun Danu Bratan

    Perched on a cliff edge overlooking the Indian Ocean, Uluwatu Temple is one of the most famous temples in Bali. Arrive in time for the sunset Kecak dance performance which takes place every day at 6 pm.

  • Day 9: Nusa Penida Island Tour
    1 hour 30 minutes (42.7km) from Uluwatu Temple

    Take a boat ride over to Nusa Penida and spend the day exploring the island's stunning natural beauty. Highlights include Kelingking Beach, Angel's Billabong, and Broken Beach. Note: This tour involves a lot of walking and can be challenging in some areas.

  • Day 10: Goa Gajah
    1 hour 20 minutes (28.5km) from Nusa Penida Island Tour

    Also known as the “Elephant Cave”, Goa Gajah is an ancient archaeological site that dates back to the 11th century. Explore the unique rock carvings and architecture of this sacred temple.

  • Day 11: Sekumpul Waterfall
    1 hour 30 minutes (47.4km) from Goa Gajah

    Located in the northern part of Bali, Sekumpul Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls on the island. With its lush greenery and multiple cascading falls, this is a great spot for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

  • Day 12: Tirta Empul
    50 minutes (19.2km) from Sekumpul Waterfall

    Visit the holy Tirta Empul Temple and its famous "water purification" pools. This temple is a popular pilgrimage site for Balinese Hindus and is said to have healing powers.

  • Day 13: Jimbaran Beach
    1 hour 20 minutes (27.5km) from Tirta Empul

    End your trip with a relaxing day at Jimbaran Beach. With its white sand beach, clear blue waters, and delicious seafood restaurants, this is the perfect spot to soak up Bali's sun and sea before heading back home.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Seminyak Beach (free)
  • Tegalalang Rice Terrace (2 hours, 100,000 IDR)
  • Ubud Monkey Forest (1 hour, 80,000 IDR)
  • Mount Batur Sunrise Trek (10 hours, 1,350,000 IDR)
  • Besakih Temple (2 hours, 15,000 IDR)
  • Lovina Beach (free)
  • Pura Ulun Danu Bratan (2 hours, 50,000 IDR)
  • Uluwatu Temple (2 hours, 30,000 IDR)
  • Nusa Penida Island Tour (8 hours, 750,000 IDR)
  • Goa Gajah (1 hour, 50,000 IDR)
  • Sekumpul Waterfall (4 hours, 125,000 IDR)
  • Tirta Empul (1 hour, 15,000 IDR)
  • Jimbaran Beach (free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 2,595,000 IDR (~190 GBP)

Transportation

Traveling around Bali can be challenging due to the lack of public transportation. Your best option would be to rent a scooter, which costs around 50,000 IDR per day. Alternatively, you can hire a private driver for around 600,000 IDR per day.

The estimated travel time and distance from each location are based on using a private car, and the total distance traveled during the trip is approximately 451.6km.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Gili Islands or exploring Bali's north coast. If you have less time, consider skipping the Mount Batur sunrise trek or the Nusa Penida island tour.

Airports

Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) is the primary airport serving Bali, located approximately 13km south of Denpasar. The airport is well-connected to all major cities in Asia and Australia and serves as a hub for multiple airlines, including Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air, and AirAsia.

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