7-Day Honeymoon Itinerary for Bali, Indonesia

  • Day 1: Ubud Monkey Forest
    1 hour (25 km) from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport

    The Ubud Monkey Forest is a natural reserve and temple complex inhabited by hundreds of monkeys. It’s a popular attraction for animal lovers and offers stunning views of the forest and its surrounding areas.

  • Day 2: Tegalalang Rice Terrace
    45 minutes (15 km) from Ubud Monkey Forest

    The Tegalalang Rice Terrace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful terraced rice paddies in Bali. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful walk through the rice fields and take in the scenery.

  • Day 3: Pura Ulun Danu Bratan
    2 hours (55 km) from Tegalalang Rice Terrace

    Pura Ulun Danu Bratan is located on the shores of Lake Bratan and is a stunning Hindu water temple. The mountain and lake views create a serene atmosphere and it’s an excellent place to learn more about Balinese culture and religion.

  • Day 4: Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking
    1 hour 30 minutes (40 km) from Pura Ulun Danu Bratan

    The Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking is an early morning hiking experience that offers spectacular sunrise views of Bali from the top of a volcanic mountain. It’s a challenging hike, but the scenic views make it worthwhile.

  • Day 5: Bali Swing
    1 hour (30 km) from Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking

    The Bali Swing is an adrenaline rush activity where visitors can swing over the jungle valleys of Bali while taking in the stunning scenery. It’s a romantic and thrilling experience ideal for honeymooners.

  • Day 6: Uluwatu Temple
    1 hour 30 minutes (40 km) from Bali Swing

    The Uluwatu Temple is a stunning temple located on the edge of a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean. Visitors can watch a traditional kecak dance performance as the sun sets over the horizon.

  • Day 7: Seminyak Beach
    1 hour (14 km) from Uluwatu Temple

    Seminyak Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Bali and a great place to relax and soak up the sun. It offers a variety of activities for visitors including swimming, surfing, and beachfront dining.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ubud Monkey Forest (2 hours, IDR 80,000)
  • Tegalalang Rice Terrace (1 hour, IDR 15,000)
  • Pura Ulun Danu Bratan (2 hours, IDR 50,000)
  • Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (4 hours, IDR 800,000)
  • Bali Swing (2 hours, IDR 250,000)
  • Uluwatu Temple (2 hours, IDR 50,000)
  • Seminyak Beach (3 hours, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: IDR 1,295,000

Transportation

While in Bali, it’s best to rent a car or scooter to explore all the destinations on this itinerary. Taxis are also available and offer a more comfortable mode of transport, but they can be more expensive. Expect to spend around IDR 300,000 per day on car rentals and IDR 50,000 per day on scooter rentals. Taxis can cost around IDR 150,000 per hour.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider including a visit to Tanah Lot temple or a day trip to the Gili Islands. For a more adventurous honeymoon, you can substitute the Bali Swing with White Water Rafting in the Ayung River. If you have less time, consider skipping Mount Batur trekking, and spending more time relaxing on the beach.

Airports

Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) is the only international airport in Bali, located in the city of Denpasar. It is approximately 13 km from the city center and 25 km from Ubud.

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