India to Bali: A 9-Day Itinerary for City Explorations

1. Day 1: Mumbai, India
   Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (1.2 km, 15 mins walk) from Gateway of India

   Explore the Gothic-style railway station; admire the Gateway of India and take a ferry ride to Elephanta Caves.

2. Day 2: Singapore
   Singapore Flyer (10 km, 20 mins taxi) from Gardens by the Bay

   Take in the panoramic city views from the world's second-largest observation wheel and stroll around Gardens by the Bay.

3. Day 3: Bangkok, Thailand
   Wat Phra Kaew (3 km, 12 mins taxi) from Wat Arun

   Marvel at the intricate carvings and grandeur of the Grand Palace and visit the Temple of Emerald Buddha.

4. Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
   Bến Thành Market (2.6 km, 10 mins taxi) from War Remnants Museum

   Haggle with the vendors for traditional Vietnamese souvenirs and taste local dishes in the bustling Bến Thành Market.

5. Day 5: Siem Reap, Cambodia
   Angkor Wat (6.5 km, 15 mins tuk-tuk) from Ta Prohm

   Witness the sunrise over the iconic Angkor Wat temple and explore the jungle-covered Ta Prohm temple complex.

6. Day 6: Manila, Philippines
   Intramuros (2.4 km, 10 mins taxi) from Rizal Park

   Walk the historic walls of Intramuros and visit San Agustin Church, Casa Manila, and Fort Santiago.

7. Day 7: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
   Petronas Twin Towers (4.8 km, 20 mins taxi) from Batu Caves

   Admire the impressive Twin Towers, stroll around the KLCC park and indulge in shopping at Suria KLCC mall.

8. Day 8: Jakarta, Indonesia
   National Monument (2.6 km, 20 mins taxi) from Istiqlal Mosque

   Visit the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, Istiqlal mosque, and marvel at the National Monument and the presidential palace.

9. Day 9: Bali, Indonesia
   Ubud Monkey Forest (33 km, 1 hour taxi) from Seminyak Beach

   Get up close with the playful macaques, explore the temple complex, and watch a traditional Balinese dance performance.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Elephanta Caves tour in Mumbai (3 hours, $30)
• Admission to Gardens by the Bay in Singapore (3 hours, $20)
• Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew tour in Bangkok (4 hours, $25)
• War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City (2 hours, $5)
• Angkor Pass for Siem Reap (1 day, $37)
• San Agustin Church admission in Manila (2 hours, $2)
• Petronas Twin Towers admission in Kuala Lumpur (2 hours, $20)
• Istiqlal Mosque visit in Jakarta (1 hour, Free)
• Ubud Monkey Forest admission and Balinese dance performance in Bali (4 hours, $20)
• Total Estimated Costs: $159

Useful Tips

For additional city explorations, add a trip to Hong Kong for its vibrant nightlife, or visit Kyoto for its traditional Japanese temples.

If you have less time, consider omitting Manila or Jakarta, or spending less time in Bali.

If you have more time, add a beach getaway in Phuket, Thailand, or enjoy the cultural offerings in Varanasi, India.