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ASIA✳INDONESIA

Bali.

Slower mornings, lush landscapes and a little room to breathe.

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EXPLORELIO · THE WORLD IS WIDE OPEN
01 / PLACEBali
02 / REGIONAsia
03 / THE FEELIsland escape
04 / IN THIS GUIDEHighlights & a flexible route
01 / GET TO KNOW THE PLACE

Find your
Bali.

Slower mornings, lush landscapes and a little room to breathe.

Bali brings together beaches, temples and lush inland landscapes. Choose the kind of trip you want first: a relaxed coastal stay, time among the island's cultural sites, or a mix of both.

Use the ideas below as a starting point and shape the days around your interests and travel dates.

Start with the highlights
02 / SEE & DO

The places that
stay with you.

Three starting points for a first visit to Bali.

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INDONESIA

Ubud

Art spaces, temples and inland landscapes reward a slower day.

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02
INDONESIA

Uluwatu

The southern cliffs and temple area offer a different side of the island.

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INDONESIA

Sanur

A gentler stretch of coast works well for an unhurried waterfront walk.

Bali · a flexible first visit
03 / A SIMPLE ROUTE

Two days,
your way.

A relaxed starting route through Bali. Check distances and current access before you set the order.

AN IDEA TO MAKE YOUR OWN, NOT A FIXED SCHEDULE.
DAY 01FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Find the rhythm.

  1. MorningStart with Ubud; give yourself time to look around.
  2. AfternoonMove on to Uluwatu if the journey fits comfortably.
  3. EveningTry Nasi campur and leave room for an unplanned walk.
DAY 02GO A LITTLE DEEPER

Make it yours.

  1. MorningExplore Sanur at a pace that suits the day.
  2. AfternoonChoose another neighborhood or return to the part of Bali that caught your attention.
  3. EveningLook for Satay lilit or another local food experience.
04 / PICK YOUR MOMENT

When to go.

Choose dates around the kind of days you want to have.

☼WEATHER & LIGHT

Match the season.

The drier season suits long outdoor days; the wetter season calls for flexibility and time between showers.

✳YOUR DATES

Keep room to adjust.

Allow for travel time between areas and check current access to temples and natural sites before setting your route.

05 / TASTE THE PLACE

Make room
for one more.

Food is another way into Bali. These are a few local flavors to look for; menus and availability vary.

01

Nasi campur

Rice with a changing selection of local sides.

02

Satay lilit

Seasoned minced meat or fish wrapped around a skewer.

03

Lawar

A Balinese mix of vegetables, coconut and spices.

06 / BEFORE YOU GO

Now make it yours.

Allow for travel time between areas and check current access to temples and natural sites before setting your route. Use the route above as a guide, then check current opening hours, transport and conditions for your dates.

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GOOD TO KNOW

A few last
questions.

Where should I start in Bali? ＋

Ubud is one possible first stop. Pair it with Uluwatu if the journey works for your day.

Is two days enough for a first visit? ＋

Two days can give you an introduction, but the route above is deliberately flexible. Add time if you want to slow down or explore beyond these starting points.

What should I check before booking? ＋

Allow for travel time between areas and check current access to temples and natural sites before setting your route. Check final prices and availability with each provider.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Make Bali happen.

Find experiences, choose a place to stay and compare flights. Check current details with each provider before you book.

THINGS TO DO
01 / EXPLORE

Discover Bali.

Three ways to start exploring. Open an idea to see current activities and availability.

01 / BaliExplore the highlightsFind activities and sights for your visit.Explore activities 02 / BaliGo with a local guideBrowse guided tours and small group experiences.Explore activities 03 / BaliTickets and experiencesSee available tickets and things to do.Explore activities
STAYS
02 / STAY

Find your place to stay.

Explore accommodation near Bali, then choose dates and check availability on Booking.com.

Explore stays in Bali

Compare places that fit your dates and budget.

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FLIGHTS
03 / GET THERE

Find a route that works.

Choose your departure point and dates, then compare flights on Expedia. You can edit the destination if another airport works better.

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