Truly discovery Bali with this 16 day tour, visiting some of the islands most beautiful areas. Begin your holiday in Ubud, Balis cultural and spiritual capital, where rice fields blend into jungles which are kept lush green by the powerful waterfalls. Here you will discover the calm pace of life that Bali runs on, where smiles are the best form of communication and kindness gets you far.
You will travel west during your holiday in Bali, visiting Bali Barat where you will see some of the islands beautiful wildlife and stunning landscapes. To finish your trip you will have several days in Jimbaran on the coast where you can sit back and relax whilst you soak up the sun.
You will land in Denpasar in the south of Bali where you will be greeted by your driver who will transfer you to your hotel in Ubud. This is about a two hour drive passing through local villages and past beautiful rice fields that colour Bali a bright green. Check-in to your hotel in Ubud and enjoy the rest of the day as you wish. You may want to simply relax and make the most of the hotel facilities or otherwise head out and explore. Overnight at hotel.
Enjoy today at your own pace, waking up and eating breakfast at your hotel when youre ready. The sun will be shinning bright but early mornings in Ubud may be a little chilly. If youre an early riser youll hear the birds song and see the smiling Balinese people begin their days by tending to their temples and doing their offerings. Spend the day relaxing or exploring Ubud as well as the surrounding areas. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast your driver will meet you at your hotel to take you to the outskirts of Ubud where you will begin your bike ride through rice fields and local villages. This is a lovely way to see Ubud, taking in the beautiful sights and truly experiencing Bali. Stop when you like to enjoy the moments and capture beautiful photographs of untouched lands and smiling faces. Your driver will transfer you back to your hotel in the afternoon. Overnight at hotel.
Today you will learn about all things Bali. Bali Day is a special day where you follow a local family and learn about life on the island of the Gods. You will accompany the family in the morning, dropping the children at school and heading to the market, buying ingredients for todays meals. Youll help preparing lunch and dinner before heading out into the fields to help with some farming. This day is truly an authentic experience and great way to discover Bali. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast at your hotel your driver will pick you up to begin your journey to Bali Barat. On the way you will stop at Ulun Danu Bratan Temple. This is a major Shivaite and Hindu water temple in Bali with a backdrop of mountains and lake. It truly is quite the sight. You will have lunch here before continuing on to Bali Barat. Upon arrival in Bali Barat you will check in to your hotel and have the rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Enjoy a leisurely morning today, taking in the stunning surroundings as you eat breakfast in one of Balis most beautiful national parks. Bali Barat is famous among bird watchers with about 160 different species. You can enjoy walking around the park, exploring the stunning sites, relaxing on the white sand beaches so simply unwinding at your hotel. Boat trips can be organised here to take you to fantastic snorkelling spots. Overnight at hotel.
Another leisurely day at Bali Barat National Park, discovering Balis diverse and beautiful wildlife. From the countless bird species to the cheeky monkeys, youll never tire of watching animals here going about their day. If you prefer jumping into crystal clear waters and spotting colourful fishes, snorkelling trips can be arranged from Bali Barat to Menjangan Island. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast at your hotel in Bali Barat your driver will meet you to transfer you to Munduk. This is about a two hour journey along Balis west coast so be sure to keep looking out the window to see the beautiful landscapes of crystal clear waters and crashing waves. Munduk is a mountain village in the highlands of central Bali near to Lake Buyan. This beautiful village is surrounded by terraced rice fields, contrasting the bright blue colours of the ocean. Overnight at hotel in Munduk.
After breakfast you will head out on a guided tour of Munduk and the surrounding areas by bike. You will cycle past countless rice fields, through small villages and past local schools and temples. The roads are quiet here and the people always smiling, so be sure to stop and say hello when youre met with a toothy grin. You will have the rest of the day at leisure during which you can choose to relax at your hotel, head out for an afternoon walk or continue exploring the village by bike. Overnight at hotel.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, looking out across the stunning green rice fields. After breakfast your driver will collect you from your hotel to transfer you to Jimbaran, on Balis south coast. This two to three hour journey takes you from the small mountain villages past rice fields and through towns to Balis beautiful coast. Check-in to your hotel and freshen up before heading out to the beach or simply relaxing by the pool at your hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Enjoy a leisurely morning at your hotel after your day yesterday. You can lounge by the pool, relax on the beach, head out to the shops Whatever you fancy! Simply relax and recover from your trekking in beautiful Bali. Be sure to sit back and watch the sun set at the end of the day! Overnight at hotel.
Today you can choose to relax on the beach, catch a few waves on some of Balis best beaches, lounge around by the pool or even head out to the spa. The next few days in Jimbaran are at leisure for you to enjoy yourself as you wish. Day trips to other parts of the island can be arranged, including a day trip to shopping central Seminyak, travel to Uluwatu temple for traditional dance to name but a few. Overnight at hotel.
If youre looking for something different to do today other than relaxing on the beach or lounging by the pool, a day trip to other parts of the island can be arranged. You can head over to Tanah Lot, one of Balis most famous temples that is a must see either at sunrise or sunset. You can also head into the centre of Bali to waterfalls, such as Git Git or Aling Aling. This is great for families looking for a little bit of holiday fun! Overnight at hotel.
Do you enjoy exploring hidden and secret beaches? Jimbaran is a great spot to explore from, with a number of secret beaches decorated with shipwrecks and caves in the area. Nyang Nyang for example is a beautiful untouched beach only 15 minutes from Jimbaran where you can spend the day swimming in the calm water and playing on the white sand beaches. If this is your sort of thing your Travel Expert can recommend all the best secret spots in South Bali for you to find. Overnight at hotel.
Whether you need to do some shopping for souvenirs or gifts for friends back home or just want to lounge by the pool soaking up the last of your holiday sun, this day is free for you to do as you please. Day trips can of course be arranged, including fishing trips or snorkelling trips to beautiful beaches. Alternatively if youre looking for a cultural experience you may be interested in a Bali Day: an opportunity to truly learn about daily life in Bali. Overnight at hotel.
Wake up this morning on your last day of your Indonesian holiday and look out across the beautiful ocean and up into the blue Bali skies. Soak up the last of the sun, enjoy one last swim in the pool or in the ocean before packing up your bags and saying goodbye. If youve got to do some last minute shopping you may be able to head to the shops before going to the airport. We bid you farewell and hope to see you soon in Asia.