Start your Bali adventure with a visit to Seminyak – a trendy coastal town known for its upscale beach resorts, designer boutiques, spas and world-class restaurants. Spend the day lounging at one of the many beach clubs or surfing the waves.
Head inland to Ubud - a cultural town surrounded by lush forests and rice paddies. Visit the beautiful Tegallalang Rice Terraces and feel the peace and tranquility of a traditional village life. Don't miss the Monkey Forest, a nature reserve and temple complex with over 700 Balinese long-tail macaques.
Visit the Tirta Empul Temple, an important Hindu water temple dedicated to Vishnu, located in the middle of Bali island. Experience the holy spring water rituals and meditate in the beautiful gardens. Afterward, head to Ubud's famous Art Market for some souvenir shopping.
Get ready for an early morning hike up Mount Batur, an active volcano that offers stunning views of the sunrise and surrounding Lake Batur. Afterward, visit the Hot Springs located in Toya Bungkah village at the foot of Mount Batur to relax and re-energize.
Head south to Jimbaran Bay, with its white sandy beaches and calm waters - perfect for swimming, sunbathing or surfing. Treat yourself to an extravagant seafood feast at one of the local beachfront restaurants and enjoy the beautiful sunset over the Indian Ocean.
Take a boat ride to Nusa Penida – a hidden gem and one of the few remaining unspoiled Bali islands. Admire breathtaking landscapes, like stunning cliffs and beautiful secluded beaches. Be sure to visit the iconic natural infinity pool, Kelingking Beach.
Visit the iconic Uluwatu Temple, located on top of a cliff with sweeping ocean views. Experience the traditional kecak dance and fire ritual during sunset. Afterward, head to Balangan Beach, a beautiful secluded beach known for its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches and perfect waves for surfing.
End your Bali adventure with a visit to Canggu, a hip and popular beach town famous for its surf breaks, nightlife, and beachfront cafes. Take a surf lesson, explore the many cool cafes, bars, and restaurants. Depart from Ngurah Rai International Airport.
To explore Bali, the best options are to rent a motorbike, hire a private driver or take a taxi. As Bali can be quite chaotic, we recommend downloading the Gojek app to ease your trip around the area. The estimated transportation cost is around IDR 500,000 ($35) per day, including driver fee and fuel cost, depending on the type of transportation that you choose.
For travelers with more time, add a visit to the Bali temples, like Tanah Lot or Ulun Danu Beratan. For adventurers, book an ATV ride or white water rafting at Ayung River. For shoppers, visit the Ubud Art Market early in the morning to avoid the crowd. For beach lovers, add a trip to the gorgeous beaches of Nusa Dua or Padang Bai.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) is the main airport in Bali, located in Denpasar - the capital city of Bali. The airport is 13 km (8 miles) away from Kuta, 8 km (5 miles) from Jimbaran, and takes about 30-40 minutes from Ubud.