7 Days in Bali
South coast beaches, Ubud culture and the Uluwatu cliffs - a first-timer week across three Balis.
Estimated daily costs
Day 1
$130
Day 2
$120
Day 3
$140
Day 4
$130
Day 5
$150
Day 6
$170
Day 7
$120
The plan
Day 1
South BaliArrive at Ngurah Rai, transfer to Canggu or Seminyak and settle in with a sunset at the beach.
Activities
- Arrival transfer
- Beach sunset
- First nasi goreng
Where to eat
- Beachfront cafe
- Local warung
Day 2
South BaliSouth coast day: Tanah Lot temple, the beach clubs or quiet Melasti beach, then a relaxed evening.
Activities
- Tanah Lot
- Beach club or quiet beach
- Southern sunset
Where to eat
- Cafes in Canggu
- Seafood by the beach
Day 3
UbudTransfer to Ubud in the morning, Tegalalang rice terraces at first light, Monkey Forest afternoon.
Activities
- Tegalalang terraces
- Sacred Monkey Forest
- Ubud market
Where to eat
- Healthy eatery
- Ubud street food night
Day 4
UbudWaterfall morning (Kanto Lampo or Tibumana) and a rice-field walk, then a spa or yoga afternoon.
Activities
- Kanto Lampo waterfall
- Rice-field walk
- Yoga or spa
Where to eat
- Warung near the fields
- Ubud dining
Day 5
UbudCooking class morning: market, garden and dishes, leaving the evening free for Ubud nightlife.
Activities
- Bali cooking class
- Market tour
- Free evening
Where to eat
- Your own cooking class
- Rooftop bar
Day 6
UluwatuMove to Uluwatu: cliff temples in the afternoon for the kecak sunset ceremony.
Activities
- Uluwatu temple
- Pura Luhur sunset ceremony
- Clifftop dinner
Where to eat
- Cliff restaurant
- Local seafood
Day 7
UluwatuSlow last morning on Padang Padang beach, then transfer to the airport.
Activities
- Padang Padang
- Last beach time
Where to eat
- Beach cafe
Things to do
Best experiences in Bali
Food & Drink4.8(380)Balinese cooking class in Ubud
Learn to make authentic balinese dishes — sate lilit, nasi goreng and the island's signature spice pastes — under the guidance of a local cook. You'll visit a market, cook from scratch and enjoy the fruits of your labour with a fresh meal overlooking the rice paddies.
Temples4.7(720)Uluwatu Temple & Kecak fire dance at sunset
Perched on sheer sea cliffs, Uluwatu Temple is Bali at its most dramatic. Catch the famous Kecak fire dance as the sun dips into the Indian Ocean, then enjoy the monkeys and clifftop views — a highlight of any Bali itinerary.
Adventure4.6(500)Ubud day tour: rice terraces & river rafting
Swap the beach for the jungle on a full-day tour through the emerald rice terraces of Ubud, a coffee plantation and a wild river rafting run. A great way to see a side of Bali that most visitors miss.
Day Trips4.5(460)Nusa Penida island day cruise
Take a fast boat across the strait to Nusa Penida and its iconic Kelingking Beach viewpoint, then snorkel with manta rays in crystal-clear water. An unforgettable — and active — day trip from Bali's main island.
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