Tour Overview
| Duration | 15 Days / 14 Nights |
|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia โ Bali & Surrounding Islands |
| Destinations | Ubud โ Lembongan โ Nusa Penida โ Gili Asahan โ Sanur |
| Islands Visited | 4 (Bali, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida, Gili Asahan) |
| Tour Type | Private Tour โ Bestseller island-hopping itinerary |
| Best Season | AprilโOctober (dry season, best visibility for snorkeling) |
| Price | From US$780 per person (boutique hotels, private transfers, island fast boats) |
Data source: cilitravel.com โ Bali’s #1 Bestseller multi-island itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Bali โ Ubud, Cultural Heart
- Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS) Pickup โ Warm welcome with flower garland, private transfer to Ubud (1.5 hours)
- Check into your boutique hotel nestled among rice paddies
- Evening at leisure โ stroll Ubud’s art market, enjoy dinner at a traditional Balinese restaurant
Overnight in Ubud.
Day 2: Ubud โ Temples, Rice Terraces & Sacred Monkey Forest
- Tegallalang Rice Terraces โ Bali’s most photogenic rice paddies with the subak (traditional cooperative irrigation system, UNESCO-recognized). Walk through emerald terraces, learn about 1,000-year-old Balinese water management
- Tirta Empul Temple โ Holy spring water temple (962 AD). Observe Balinese Hindus performing the melukat purification ritual in the crystal-clear bathing pools fed by sacred springs
- Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary โ 12.5-hectare jungle sanctuary home to 700+ long-tailed macaques and three ancient temples. Walk beneath towering banyan trees and the moss-covered Dragon Bridge
- Ubud Palace (Puri Saren Agung) โ Royal residence of the Ubud royal family, traditional Balinese architecture with ornate stone carvings
- Evening: Optional Legong dance performance at the palace
Overnight in Ubud.
Day 3: Ubud โ Art, Cooking & Wellness
- Balinese Cooking Class โ Morning visit to Ubud’s traditional market to select fresh ingredients (lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, kaffir lime), then hands-on cooking in a family compound. Learn to make sate lilit (minced fish satay), pepes ikan (banana leaf-wrapped fish), and lawar (Balinese mixed vegetable salad)
- Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) โ Premier collection of traditional and contemporary Balinese art in a beautiful garden setting
- Balinese Massage (1 hour) โ Traditional Balinese massage using acupressure, skin rolling, and aromatherapy oils โ the perfect afternoon reset
- Evening free to explore Ubud’s organic cafes and art galleries
Overnight in Ubud.
Day 4: Ubud to Nusa Lembongan
- Morning drive to Sanur harbor (45 minutes)
- Fast Boat to Nusa Lembongan โ 30-minute speedboat crossing the Badung Strait
- Check into beachfront accommodation
- Afternoon: Explore Lembongan by scooter or buggy:
- Devil’s Tear โ Dramatic cliffside blowhole where waves crash into limestone cliffs, creating explosive water spouts and rainbows
- Dream Beach โ Pristine white sand cove, perfect first swim in island waters
- Mushroom Bay โ Calm turquoise bay, ideal swimming beach
- Sunset at Jungutbatu Beach โ beachfront seafood BBQ
Overnight on Nusa Lembongan.
Day 5: Nusa Lembongan โ Snorkeling with Manta Rays
- Snorkeling Boat Trip (3 spots):
- Manta Bay โ Swim with majestic manta rays (wingspan up to 5m) in their natural cleaning station. These gentle giants glide gracefully through crystal-clear water
- Crystal Bay โ Vibrant coral gardens with powder-blue tangs, angelfish, and occasional turtles
- Mangrove Point โ Drift snorkel along a healthy reef wall with excellent coral cover and diverse reef fish
- Lunch on the boat or at a beachfront warung
- Afternoon: Visit Seaweed Farms โ Lembongan’s traditional industry. Watch farmers tend their underwater gardens of eucheuma seaweed, exported globally for cosmetics and food
- Evening at leisure
Overnight on Nusa Lembongan.
Day 6: Nusa Penida โ Jurassic Island Adventure
- Morning boat to Nusa Penida (20 minutes)
- Kelingking Beach (T-Rex Bay) โ Bali’s most iconic viewpoint: a limestone headland shaped exactly like a T-Rex dinosaur, with a pristine white sand beach 150m below. Brave the steep bamboo-stair descent if you dare
- Angel’s Billabong โ Natural infinity pool carved into volcanic rock, with waves crashing over the edge. Best visited at low tide
- Broken Beach (Pasih Uug) โ A collapsed sea cave creating a natural arch bridge over turquoise water. Watch manta rays circle in the enclosed lagoon
- Crystal Bay โ Penida side โ afternoon snorkeling with a high chance of seeing manta rays and green turtles
- Return to Lembongan in the evening
Overnight on Nusa Lembongan.
Day 7: Lembongan to Gili Asahan
- Morning freedom โ last swim or beach walk on Lembongan
- Fast Boat to Gili Asahan (2.5 hours with stop at Gili Trawangan)
- Arrive at Gili Asahan โ Bali’s best-kept secret: a tiny, car-free island with powder-white sand and crystalline turquoise water off Lombok’s southwest coast
- Check into beachfront eco-bungalow โ no cars, no motorbikes, just sand paths and coconut palms
- Sunset walk along the 1.5km beach โ you might have it entirely to yourself
Overnight on Gili Asahan.
Day 8-9: Gili Asahan โ Robinson Crusoe Paradise
- Snorkeling from Shore โ The house reef is just 30m offshore. Swim with turtles, parrotfish, and vibrant hard corals in waist-deep water
- Kayaking โ Explore hidden coves and neighboring Gili Gede island
- Stand-Up Paddleboard โ Glide over crystal-clear water watching eagle rays glide beneath
- Relaxation โ Hammock time, beach reads, fresh coconut water. This is the “do nothing” part of your trip โ and it’s glorious
- Sunset Beach Bonfire โ Fresh grilled fish on the beach as the sky turns orange and pink over Mount Agung in the distance
- Optional: Boat trip to Gili Layar or Gili Renggit for even more secluded snorkeling
Two nights on Gili Asahan.
Day 10: Gili Asahan to Sanur โ South Bali
- Morning swim and farewell to island life
- Fast boat to Sanur (2.5 hours)
- Check into Sanur beachfront hotel
- Afternoon: Sanur Beach Walk โ Paved 5km promenade along the calm east coast, lined with cafes, temples, and fishing boats. Perfect for cycling or walking
- Evening: Sunset seafood dinner at one of Sanur’s legendary beachfront restaurants (jimbaran-style grilled fish on the sand)
Overnight in Sanur.
Day 11: South Bali โ Uluwatu & Jimbaran
- Uluwatu Temple (Pura Luhur Uluwatu) โ Dramatically perched on a 70m cliff edge above the Indian Ocean, one of Bali’s six key directional temples. Watch surfers ride world-class waves far below at Uluwatu Beach
- Kecak Fire Dance at Sunset โ The iconic “monkey chant” dance performed by 50+ shirtless men in concentric circles, telling the Ramayana story against a blazing ocean sunset. The finale: a priest kicks burning coconut husks barefoot
- Jimbaran Bay Seafood Dinner โ Tables on the sand, toes in the water, fresh lobster/prawns/fish grilled to order as candles flicker and waves lap at your feet
Overnight in Sanur.
Day 12: East Bali โ Gates of Heaven
- Lempuyang Temple (Gates of Heaven) โ Early morning departure (2.5 hours) to catch the iconic reflection shot at Candi Bentar, the split gate framing Mount Agung. The temple sits at 1,175m with 1,700 steps to the top (most visitors photograph at the famous lower gate)
- Tirta Gangga Water Palace โ Former royal water palace (1948) with ornate stepping stones across koi-filled pools, tiered fountains, and lush gardens. Walk the famous stepping stone path across the water
- Taman Ujung Water Palace โ Restored 1909 royal palace with three large pools connected by elegant bridges and pavilions, framed by mountains and sea
- Scenic drive back through East Bali’s stunning coastal road with views of rice terraces and volcanic peaks
Overnight in Sanur.
Day 13: Bedugul Highlands & Tanah Lot
- Ulun Danu Beratan Temple โ The iconic “floating temple” on Lake Beratan (1,200m elevation). Built in 1633, this tiered meru shrine appears to float on the lake surrounded by misty mountains. The cool mountain air is a refreshing change from the coast
- Jatiluwih Rice Terraces โ Bali’s largest and most spectacular rice terraces (UNESCO World Heritage, 600+ hectares). Unlike Tegallalang, these vast terraces are largely tourist-free. Walk the 3km trail through endless green waves of rice under the Batukaru volcano
- Tanah Lot at Sunset โ Bali’s most photographed temple, built on a wave-lashed rocky outcrop. At low tide you can walk across, at high tide it’s surrounded by crashing waves. Home to sacred sea snakes believed to guard the temple
Overnight in Sanur.
Day 14: Free Day โ Your Bali, Your Way
- Options (to be arranged locally):
- Surf Lesson at Kuta or Legian Beach โ Bali’s gentle beach breaks are perfect for beginners
- Mount Batur Sunrise Trek โ Early 2am start for a 2-hour hike to watch sunrise from an active volcano (1,717m)
- Silver Jewelry Workshop in Celuk village
- Spa Day โ Full-day Balinese spa package with flower bath, massage, body scrub, and facial
- Seminyak Shopping & Cafes โ Trendy boutiques, designer stores, and world-class cafes
- Farewell dinner at a fine dining restaurant โ Locavore or Mozaic in Ubud, or a beachfront restaurant in Seminyak
Overnight in Sanur.
Day 15: Departure
- Morning at leisure โ last swim, souvenir shopping
- Transfer to Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS) โ 25 minutes from Sanur
Leave Bali with the scent of frangipani in your hair, the taste of sambal on your lips, and the warmth of the Island of the Gods in your heart.
What’s Included
- 14 nights (boutique hotels, beachfront bungalows, eco-resorts)
- All fast boat transfers (BaliโLembonganโGili AsahanโSanur)
- Private A/C car with driver for all land tours (Days 2โ3, 6, 11โ13)
- English-speaking guide for cultural tours
- 14 breakfasts + 3 lunches (cooking class, boat trips)
- All entrance fees and activities listed
- Snorkeling equipment (Days 5, 8)
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