5-Day Bali Budget Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Denpasar
    15 minutes (4.6 kilometers) from Ngurah Rai International Airport

    Start the day by exploring the capital of Bali, Denpasar. Take a stroll around the Bali Provincial State Museum and learn about the history and culture of Bali. Head to Pasar Badung market, the largest traditional market on the island, and buy local souvenirs and snacks to bring back home.

  2. Day 2: Ubud
    50 minutes (18.5 kilometers) from Denpasar

    Ubud is known for its serene atmosphere and lush green rice paddies. Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary and observe macaques up close. Next, take a walk around Tegalalang Rice Terrace and make sure to snap some beautiful photos. Lastly, visit Ubud Palace and learn about Balinese royal history.

  3. Day 3: Lovina
    2 hours and 25 minutes (82 kilometers) from Ubud

    Make a trip to Lovina, a coastal town in the northern part of Bali. Start your day early and go for a dolphin-watching tour on a traditional Balinese boat. Relax on Lovina Beach and soak up the sun. Visit Brahma Vihara Arama, a beautiful Buddhist temple and monastery.

  4. Day 4: Candidasa
    2 hours and 40 minutes (84 kilometers) from Lovina

    Go to Candidasa, a sleepy beach town on the eastern coast of Bali. Start the day by visiting Tirta Gangga Water Palace, a beautiful former royal palace with a collection of pools and fountains. Then take a stroll around White Sand Beach, one of the best beaches in the area. End the day by visiting Goa Lawah Temple, known as the Bat Cave Temple, at sunset.

  5. Day 5: Seminyak
    1 hour and 25 minutes (42 kilometers) from Candidasa

    Seminayk is a fantastic way to end your trip, with its trendy beach clubs, fantastic restaurants and high-end shops. Start the day with a visit to Petitenget Beach and soak up the sun. Then, visit Pura Petitenget temple. End the day with a bang at Ku De Ta Beach Club and take in the sunset while sipping cocktails.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Bali Provincial State Museum (1-2 hours, ₹60)
  • Pasar Badung (2-3 hours, ₹100-₹150)
  • Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary (1-2 hours, ₹40)
  • Tegalalang Rice Terrace (2-3 hours, ₹20)
  • Ubud Palace (1-2 hours, ₹15)
  • Dolphin Watching Tour (2-3 hours, ₹500-₹1000)
  • Brahma Vihara Arama (1-2 hours, donations welcome)
  • Tirta Gangga Water Palace (2-3 hours, ₹35)
  • White Sand Beach (1-2 hours, free)
  • Goa Lawah Temple (1-2 hours, donations welcome)
  • Petitenget Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Pura Petitenget (1-2 hours, free)
  • Ku De Ta Beach Club (2-3 hours, ₹250-₹500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1,135 - ₹1,810

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to Gili Islands or Mount Batur. If you are on an even tighter budget, stick to free activities such as exploring the streets of Ubud and beach-hopping around Candidasa. If you have more money to spend, consider staying at one of Seminyak's luxury resorts and dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant.

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