13 Days • 12 Nights
Ultimate Indonesia: Bali, Nusa Penida, Gili & Lombok
Tour Includes
About the Trip
You'll take in Bali's clifftop temples, rice terraces and Ayung rafting, marvel at the T-Rex cliff of Kelingking Beach on Nusa Penida, snorkel with turtles off the Gilis, and explore Lombok's beaches and Sasak villages. Fast boats link a string of white-sand islands and turquoise seas.
With comfortable stays, a private driver and all boat transfers arranged, it is the archipelago at its most beautiful and adventurous.
Trip Highlights
- The clifftop Uluwatu Temple and the Kecak fire dance
- The Bali Swing, rice terraces and Ayung River rafting
- Nusa Penida's Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach and Crystal Bay
- The car-free Gili Islands and snorkelling with turtles
- Unspoilt Lombok — Senggigi, viewpoints and a Sasak village
- Four islands linked by fast boat
- A Jimbaran seafood dinner
- Twelve nights of island-hopping
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 13-day journey.
Arrive and transfer to Seminyak, settling in with a welcome dinner by the sea.
Explore the south and clifftop Uluwatu Temple for the Kecak fire dance at sunset, then a seafood dinner on Jimbaran beach.
Watersports and Turtle Island at Tanjung Benoa, and the Tanah Lot sea temple at sunset.
Travel to Ubud via the Bali Swing, a coffee plantation and the Tegallalang rice terraces.
Purify at Tirta Empul, then raft the jungle-clad Ayung River with lunch.
Explore the Monkey Forest, the artist villages and Ubud's markets at a relaxed pace.
Cross by fast boat to Nusa Penida for the T-Rex cliff at Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong and snorkelling at Crystal Bay.
A morning of Nusa Penida's east coast, then by fast boat to car-free Gili Trawangan for hammocks and a volcano sunset.
A boat trip snorkelling with sea turtles and coral, hopping to quiet Gili Meno and Gili Air, with lunch on the water.
A short crossing to unspoilt Lombok, settling on the Senggigi coast with its quiet beaches and glowing sunsets.
Explore Lombok — the Malimbu and Nipah viewpoints, a traditional Sasak weaving village and a jungle waterfall.
Fast boat back to Bali and transfer to Nusa Dua for a final evening on its golden beaches.
A final breakfast before your transfer to the airport.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- Private arrival and departure transfers and all fast-boat crossings
- 3 nights Seminyak, 3 nights Ubud, 1 night Nusa Penida, 2 nights Gili Trawangan, 2 nights Lombok, 1 night Nusa Dua
- Daily breakfast, a welcome dinner, a Jimbaran seafood dinner and island lunches
- A South Bali tour with Uluwatu and the Kecak dance
- The Bali Swing, rice terraces, Tirta Empul and Ayung rafting
- Nusa Penida island touring with the key viewpoints
- A Gili Islands snorkelling and island-hopping trip
- A Lombok tour with Senggigi and a Sasak village
- A private driver and local guides throughout
Exclusions
- International airfare to and from the tour
- Indonesia visa or eVOA and the Bali tourist levy
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional activities, watersports and experiences
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa: Many nationalities receive a visa on arrival or eVOA for Indonesia; some need a visa in advance. Your passport should be valid at least six months with blank pages — we can advise on your nationality
- Bali tourist levy: Bali charges a small tourist levy per visitor (around IDR 150,000), easily paid online before you arrive
- Currency: The currency is the Indonesian Rupiah. Cards work in hotels and malls; carry cash for markets, warungs and temples (combo tours also use Singapore or Malaysian dollars)
- Temple etiquette: A sarong and sash are required to enter temples and are usually provided. Cover shoulders and knees, and dress respectfully at ceremonies
- Seasons: Bali is tropical year-round. The dry season (May-September) is ideal; the wet season (October-April) brings warm afternoon showers and fewer crowds
- Health: Drink bottled water, use mosquito repellent and take care with street food. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended
- Getting around: Bali's roads are busy and drives can be slow, so we build in realistic travel times. Some islands are reached by fast boat
- Sea crossings: Trips to Nusa Penida, the Gili Islands and Lombok are by fast boat and depend on sea conditions; pack light for the crossings
- Local customs: Bali is deeply spiritual — step around the little canang sari offerings on pavements, and always ask before photographing rituals
- Money & tipping: Gentle bargaining is normal in markets, and tipping is appreciated for good service though never obligatory
Frequently Asked Questions
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included throughout, along with a welcome dinner and the specific meals named in the itinerary, such as a Jimbaran seafood dinner or a rafting-day lunch. Other meals are left free so you can enjoy Bali's wonderful warungs and beach clubs.
Are transfers and sightseeing arranged?
Yes — your sightseeing, transfers and excursions are arranged with local drivers and guides, so there is nothing to organise on the ground.
Do I need a visa for Bali?
Many nationalities get a visa on arrival or eVOA for Indonesia; some need one in advance. We can guide you based on your nationality.
When is the best time to visit Bali?
The dry season from May to September is ideal, with warm sunny days. The wet season (October-April) is still lovely, with lush scenery and short afternoon showers.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. Durations, hotels and experiences can all be tailored, and we can add islands, villas or spa days. Just tell us what you have in mind.
Is Bali good for families and couples alike?
Very much so — it suits honeymooners, families and groups, with beaches, culture, adventure and world-class resorts to match any style.
Is this a lot of island-hopping?
It visits four islands in thirteen days, but with multi-night stays and short fast-boat hops it stays relaxed and is a wonderful way to see the archipelago's variety.
Which islands are the most beautiful?
Each has its own magic — Nusa Penida for dramatic cliffs, the Gilis for turquoise snorkelling, Lombok for unspoilt calm and Bali for culture. Together they are unforgettable.
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