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Bali Travel Guide
Bali tour packages cover the rice terraces and temples of Ubud, the volcano view at Kintamani, the sea temples of Tanah Lot and Uluwatu, the beaches of Kuta, Seminyak and Nusa Dua, and trips to Nusa Penida and the Gili Islands; one itinerary adds Borobudur and Prambanan on Java. Our itineraries run 4 to 8 days and are land only, with standard / 3-star hotels and breakfast; flights and visas are quoted separately.
By Holiday Guru Travel · Updated 8 Oct 2026
In short: Temples by the sea, rice terraces and hills, islands nearby and hindu culture. Tanah Lot on its rock and Uluwatu on its cliff, both best at sunset. April to October, the dry season, is the best time to visit Bali; November to March brings afternoon rain but fewer visitors.
Bali quick facts
- Trip length
- 4–8 days (7 itineraries)
- Best time
- April to October, the dry season, is the best time to visit Bali; November to March brings afternoon rain but fewer visitors.
- Key places
- Ubud, Kintamani, Tanah Lot and Uluwatu, Kuta, Seminyak and Nusa Dua, Nusa Penida, Yogyakarta
- Tours start in
- Bali, Yogyakarta
- Hotels
- Standard / 3-star equivalent on all 7 itineraries
- Meal plans
- Breakfast on all 7 itineraries
- Suits
- Couples, Families, Friends
Best places to visit in Bali
Ubud, Kintamani, Tanah Lot and Uluwatu, Kuta, Seminyak and Nusa Dua and Nusa Penida are the places our Bali itineraries are built around.
Ubud
The cultural heart of Bali, with the Monkey Forest, palace, art market and rice terraces.
Kintamani
The view across to Mount Batur and its crater lake.
Tanah Lot and Uluwatu
Bali's best-known sea temples, on a rock and a cliff.
Kuta, Seminyak and Nusa Dua
Beach areas in the south, from lively Kuta to calm Nusa Dua.
Nusa Penida
An island by fast boat, with Kelingking Beach and Broken Beach.
Yogyakarta
On Java, the base for the UNESCO temples of Borobudur and Prambanan.
Things to do
- Walk the Tegallalang rice terraces
- Watch sunset at the Uluwatu or Tanah Lot temple
- Visit the Tirta Empul water temple
- Take a fast boat to Nusa Penida
- Snorkel with turtles off the Gili Islands
- See Borobudur on Java
How many days do you need?
Four days covers Ubud with a beach; five days adds Kintamani and the sea temples; allow 6–8 days for Nusa Penida, the Gili Islands, the north coast or Java.
| Trip length | What it covers | Our itinerary |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days | Ubud and Seminyak | Ubud and Seminyak Short Break |
| 5 days | Kuta and Ubud | Bali Holiday: Kuta and Ubud |
| 6 days | Bali with Nusa Penida | Bali with Nusa Penida |
| 7 days | Bali and the Gili Islands | Bali and the Gili Islands |
| 8 days | Ubud, Kintamani and Nusa Dua | Bali Week: Ubud, Kintamani and Nusa Dua |
Best time to visit Bali
April to October, the dry season, is the best time to visit Bali; November to March brings afternoon rain but fewer visitors.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| April – October | Dry season | Sunny days and calm seas; July and August are the busiest. |
| November – March | Wet season | Afternoon showers, green rice fields and lower prices; boat trips may stop on rough days. |
Suggested Bali routes
Routes from our own Bali itineraries, by trip length.
- 3 Nights / 4 Days: Ubud → Seminyak — Ubud and Seminyak Short Break
- 4 Nights / 5 Days: Kuta → Ubud — Bali Holiday: Kuta and Ubud
- 5 Nights / 6 Days: Ubud → Lovina → Seminyak — North Bali: Bedugul, Waterfalls and Lovina
- 6 Nights / 7 Days: Ubud → Gili Trawangan → Seminyak — Bali and the Gili Islands
- 7 Nights / 8 Days: Ubud → Nusa Dua — Bali Week: Ubud, Kintamani and Nusa Dua
Things to consider
Getting there and around: Packages are land only: airport transfers and sightseeing as specified. Flights from India and within Indonesia (for example Yogyakarta to Bali) are quoted separately. Fast boats to Nusa Penida and the Gili Islands are paid locally.
Where you stay: Standard / 3-star equivalent hotels with breakfast, as listed on each package, in Ubud and a beach area.
- Temples need a sarong; it is usually lent at the gate.
- Bali charges a tourist levy on arrival.
- Fast boats depend on the sea and may be cancelled on rough days.
- Visa rules for Indian passport holders change; we confirm them when you book.
Bali travel questions
What is Bali known for?
Temples by the sea, rice terraces and hills, islands nearby and hindu culture. Tanah Lot on its rock and Uluwatu on its cliff, both best at sunset.
How many days should I spend in Bali?
Four days covers Ubud with a beach; five days adds Kintamani and the sea temples; allow 6–8 days for Nusa Penida, the Gili Islands, the north coast or Java. Our Bali itineraries run 4–8 days.
What is the best time to visit Bali?
April to October, the dry season, is the best time to visit Bali; November to March brings afternoon rain but fewer visitors.
Which places should I include in a Bali trip?
Ubud, Kintamani, Tanah Lot and Uluwatu, Kuta, Seminyak and Nusa Dua, Nusa Penida and Yogyakarta. Ubud: The cultural heart of Bali, with the Monkey Forest, palace, art market and rice terraces.
Which Holiday Guru Travel packages cover Bali?
7 itineraries: Ubud and Seminyak Short Break (3 Nights / 4 Days); Bali Holiday: Kuta and Ubud (4 Nights / 5 Days); North Bali: Bedugul, Waterfalls and Lovina (5 Nights / 6 Days); Bali with Nusa Penida (5 Nights / 6 Days); Bali and the Gili Islands (6 Nights / 7 Days); Yogyakarta and Bali: Borobudur and Prambanan (6 Nights / 7 Days); and 1 more listed below.
Can a Bali itinerary be customised?
Yes. Any of our Bali itineraries can be changed — add or remove nights, change the hotel category or add sightseeing. Tell us what you need and we send a quote for your dates.
Bali holiday packages
All 7 Holiday Guru Travel itineraries for Bali, shortest first. Each can be customised.
| Package ID | Package | Duration | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0288 | Ubud and Seminyak Short Break | 3 Nights / 4 Days | Ubud → Seminyak |
| 0287 | Bali Holiday: Kuta and Ubud | 4 Nights / 5 Days | Kuta → Ubud |
| 0293 | North Bali: Bedugul, Waterfalls and Lovina | 5 Nights / 6 Days | Ubud → Lovina → Seminyak |
| 0289 | Bali with Nusa Penida | 5 Nights / 6 Days | Seminyak → Ubud → Nusa Penida → Uluwatu |
| 0290 | Bali and the Gili Islands | 6 Nights / 7 Days | Ubud → Gili Trawangan → Seminyak |
| 0292 | Yogyakarta and Bali: Borobudur and Prambanan | 6 Nights / 7 Days | Yogyakarta → Ubud → Kuta |
| 0291 | Bali Week: Ubud, Kintamani and Nusa Dua | 7 Nights / 8 Days | Ubud → Nusa Dua |