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Bali Explorer: Temples, Beaches & Rice Terraces
Curated tour ยท 6 days 5 nights

Bali Explorer: Temples, Beaches & Rice Terraces

The essential Bali experience for first-timers - Tanah Lot, Tegallalang rice terraces, Nusa Penida island trip, Ubud culture, and Uluwatu Kecak fire dance. 6 days covering Bali's greatest hits.

The route
Seminyak
Stop 1
Seminyak
Ubud
Stop 2
Ubud
Stop 3
Nusa Penida
Uluwatu
Stop 4
Uluwatu

A 6-day curated journey through Bali's highlights. Start in Seminyak for beaches and Tanah Lot temple. Day-trip to Nusa Penida for Kelingking Beach and snorkeling. Move to Ubud for rice terraces, Monkey Forest, and Tirta Empul water temple. End at Uluwatu with the iconic Kecak fire dance at sunset. Mid-range accommodation, private drivers, and all temple entries included. Based on double occupancy.

Ch. 01Day by day

The itinerary.

SeminyakDay 1

Seminyak

Boutique Hotel Seminyak
  • 10:00Arrive at Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS). Get VoA stamped (or breeze through with e-VoA). Buy SIM card at airport Telkomsel booth.
  • 11:00Pre-booked transfer to Seminyak (20-30 min from airport). Check into hotel, freshen up.
  • 14:00Free afternoon - explore Seminyak. Walk along Jalan Laksmana for boutique shopping - Balinese handicrafts, clothing, art.
  • 17:00Walk down Jalan Kayu Aya (Eat Street) - Bali's best dining strip. Sunset at Seminyak Beach or Double Six Beach.
  • 19:00Dinner at a beachfront restaurant. Try nasi goreng (fried rice) or satay for your first Balinese meal.
SeminyakDay 2

Seminyak

Boutique Hotel Seminyak
  • 08:00Visit Tanah Lot Temple - Bali's most iconic sea temple, best at low tide when you can walk to the base. Get there early to avoid crowds.
  • 10:30Explore the temple complex and surrounding gardens. Photo opportunities with ocean backdrop.
  • 12:30Lunch at a warung near Tanah Lot. Return to Seminyak.
  • 14:00Free afternoon - optional surfing lesson at Seminyak Beach (2-hour group lesson) or spa treatment.
  • 17:00Sunset drinks at La Plancha or Potato Head Beach Club - beanbags on the sand, cocktails, ocean views.
  • 19:30Dinner in Seminyak. Try Queen's Tandoor or Chai'Ba if craving Indian food, or local Balinese at a warung.
SeminyakDay 3

Seminyak

Boutique Hotel Seminyak
  • 06:00Early pickup to Sanur Harbour (40-50 min). Board fast boat to Nusa Penida (30-45 min crossing).
  • 09:00Kelingking Beach - the famous T-Rex cliff viewpoint. One of Bali's most photographed spots.
  • 10:30Angel's Billabong - natural infinity pool on the cliff edge. Stunning turquoise water.
  • 11:30Broken Beach - dramatic natural rock arch over the sea.
  • 12:30Lunch at a local warung in Nusa Penida.
  • 14:00Crystal Bay - swim at the clearest beach on the island. Optional snorkeling at Manta Point for manta ray sightings.
  • 16:00Fast boat back to Sanur (last boats around 4-5 PM). Transfer back to Seminyak.
  • 19:00Light dinner and rest - it's been a long day.
UbudDay 4

Ubud

Rice Field Villa Ubud
  • 08:00Check out from Seminyak. Drive to Ubud (1-1.5 hours).
  • 09:30Stop at a coffee plantation en route - Luwak coffee tasting. See traditional Balinese coffee processing.
  • 10:30Tegallalang Rice Terraces - Bali's most photographed rice paddies. Walk the terraces, optional swing photo ops.
  • 13:00Check into Ubud villa. Lunch at a rice-paddy-view restaurant.
  • 14:30Ubud Art Market (Pasar Seni) - bargain for paintings, silk scarves, wood carvings, handwoven bags.
  • 16:00Ubud Monkey Forest (Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary) - 700+ macaques in a moss-covered temple forest. Secure belongings!
  • 18:30Dinner on Jalan Monkey Forest strip - dozens of restaurants to choose from.
UbudDay 5

Ubud

Rice Field Villa Ubud
  • 07:00Optional: Sunrise yoga class at an Ubud studio - the yoga capital of Bali.
  • 09:00Tirta Empul Temple - sacred water purification temple. Join locals in the ritual spring bathing. Sarong provided.
  • 11:00Tegenungan Waterfall - lush, powerful waterfall 15 min from Ubud. Swim at the base (~200 steps down and back up).
  • 13:30Lunch at a rice-paddy restaurant. Free time: Ubud Palace, art galleries, or spa treatment (Balinese massage ~INR 810-1,620).
  • 19:00Traditional Balinese dance performance at Ubud Palace or Pura Saraswati - Legong or Barong dance, ~1 hour.
  • 20:30Dinner in central Ubud.
UluwatuDay 6

Uluwatu

Clifftop Hotel Uluwatu
  • 08:00Check out from Ubud. Drive to Uluwatu area (1.5-2 hours).
  • 12:00Jimbaran Bay - fresh seafood lunch on the beach. Grilled fish, prawns, squid - iconic Bali experience.
  • 14:00Relax at Padang Padang Beach or Dreamland Beach.
  • 16:30Uluwatu Temple - dramatic clifftop temple with ocean views. Arrive early for Kecak Fire Dance at 6 PM.
  • 18:00Kecak Fire Dance - 50+ men chanting around a fire with sunset backdrop. One of Bali's most iconic experiences.
  • 19:30Transfer to airport (30 min from Uluwatu/Jimbaran). Trip ends. Or extend with an overnight in Uluwatu.
Ch. 02Where you'll stay

The properties.

Boutique Hotel SeminyakBoutique Hotel SeminyakBoutique Hotel Seminyak
Seminyak
Boutique Hotel Seminyak
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Rice Field Villa UbudRice Field Villa UbudRice Field Villa Ubud
Ubud
Rice Field Villa Ubud
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Clifftop Hotel UluwatuClifftop Hotel UluwatuClifftop Hotel Uluwatu
Uluwatu
Clifftop Hotel Uluwatu
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Ch. 03What's in, what's out

What you'll get.

Included
  • 5 nights accommodation (mid-range hotels/villas)
  • Daily breakfast
  • Airport pickup and drop-off
  • Private driver for all touring days
  • Nusa Penida fast boat + island car
  • All temple entry fees (Tanah Lot, Tirta Empul, Monkey Forest, Uluwatu)
  • Kecak Fire Dance ticket
  • 1 spa treatment
  • 24/7 WhatsApp support from Fursat team
Not included
  • International flights to/from Bali
  • Visa on Arrival (IDR 500,000 / ~INR 2,700)
  • Bali tourist levy (IDR 150,000 / ~INR 810)
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunch and dinner (unless specified)
  • Personal expenses and shopping
  • Tips for drivers and guides
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Optional activities (diving, surf lessons, extra spa)
  • Scooter rental
Ch. 04From the guide

A few things worth knowing.

BEST TIME: April-October (dry season). September-October is the sweet spot - dry, warm, thinner crowds.

VISA: Free Visa on Arrival for Indians (30 days, IDR 500,000 / ~INR 2,700). Apply online at molina.imigrasi.go.id to skip queues.

TOURIST LEVY: IDR 150,000 (~INR 810) one-time. Pay online at lovebali.baliprov.go.id before arrival.

FLIGHTS: Direct from Delhi (7.5 hrs), Mumbai (8 hrs), Bangalore (6.5 hrs). Budget hack: AirAsia via KL (INR 15,000-22,000 RT).

CURRENCY: 1 INR = ~185 IDR. Shortcut: IDR / 185 = INR.

FOOD: Nasi goreng, mie goreng, satay at warungs (INR 100-400). Indian restaurants in Seminyak and Canggu.

TRANSPORT: Private driver for day trips (INR 3,240-5,400/day). Grab works in tourist areas. Scooters for experienced riders only.

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