5-day classic Bali
Temples, rice terraces, and south coast in five days. Ideal for first-time visitors.
5 daysFirst-timersCouplesBest: April–October
Last updated: 2025-03-01
Day 1 – Arrival & Seminyak
- Beach time and sunset at Double Six
- Dinner in Seminyak
Land at Ngurah Rai and transfer to Seminyak (30–45 min). Check in, then head to the beach. In the evening, walk along the beach or have dinner at a rooftop in Seminyak.
Tips:
Book airport pickup in advance. Seminyak is good for first night: easy, walkable, lots of food.
Day 2 – Ubud (temples & rice terraces)
- Tirta Empul water temple
- Tegallalang rice terraces
- Ubud town
Drive to Ubud (about 1.5 hours). Visit Tirta Empul in the morning, then Tegallalang for photos and lunch. Afternoon in Ubud: Monkey Forest or market. Sleep in Ubud.
Tips:
Wear a sarong at temples (often provided). Go to Tegallalang early to avoid crowds.
Day 3 – Ubud (culture & nature)
- Campuhan Ridge Walk or rice field walk
- Traditional dance or cooking class
Morning walk (Campuhan Ridge or nearby rice fields). Option: cooking class or dance show. Relax by the pool or explore more of Ubud.
Tips:
Book cooking class a day ahead. Evening dance at Ubud Palace is a solid choice.
Day 4 – South coast (Uluwatu or Nusa Dua)
- Uluwatu Temple and Kecak dance
- Or Nusa Dua beach
Drive to the south. Either Uluwatu (clifftop temple + sunset Kecak) or a calm day at Nusa Dua. Overnight in the south or back near Seminyak.
Tips:
Uluwatu: watch your belongings (monkeys). Kecak at sunset is popular — book or arrive early.
Day 5 – Departure or half-day
- Last beach or pool time
- Souvenir stop if time
Depending on flight time: beach, pool, or quick stop at a market. Transfer to the airport (allow 1–2 hours from south/Seminyak).
Tips:
Traffic can be heavy; leave with buffer. Keep a change of clothes for the flight.
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