See the best of Bali in two weeks! Having spent over a few months on the island of Bali we have combined the perfect itinerary. Showcasing the best of the island from hikes to beaches to waterfalls!

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The Ultimate 2 Week Bali Itinerary

Getting from Bali airport to your accommodation

As soon as you clear customs and reach the arrivals section of the airport you will see a crowd of taxi drivers. They will shout to get your attention and approach you to offer their services to you. Despite what they say, they won’t give you a good price and will try to charge an extortionate amount of money.

The easiest way to avoid being overcharged is to pre-arrange a taxi to pick you up. If you're looking for a hassle free start to your trip then pre-booking a taxi through your accommodation is one of our top tips for travelling to Bali.

The alternative is to order a Grab – the equivalent of Uber in Indonesia. 

It should cost around 300,000 Rupiah (IDR) from Denpasar airport to Ubud. If you're arriving at night it's even more important to pre-book through your accommodation as they will know the property's exact location.

Personally, we recommend including both Tukad Cepung and Kanto Lampo as they are 2 of the best waterfalls near Ubud. Tukad Cepung waterfall is inside a cave and is particularly beautiful thanks to the rays of light that shine in from above.

The next day is your first chance to explore the sights of Ubud. To do this you will need to either hire a taxi driver for the day or rent a scooter/bike. Expect to pay around 500,000-600,000 Rupiah for a full day trip around Ubud by taxi, but be prepared to negotiate to get a better deal.

There are some incredible places to visit in the area surrounding Ubud. One spot that simply should not be missed is the wonderful Tegalalang rice terraces – one of the most beautiful places in Bali.

There are a number of pathways to walk through and admire the wonderfully green rice paddies. The rice terraces at Tegalalang are beautifully carved into the countryside and can also be admired from one of the many restaurants overlooking the rice paddies.

Entrance to the rice terraces costs 20,000 Rupiah per person, although to walk on certain paths through the terraces there are mandatory 'donations' so bring some extra cash with you to cover this cost.

You will need to decide what other places to visit on your day trip from Ubud, with some options being Tukad Cepung waterfall, Kanto Lampo waterfall, Gunung Kawi temple, Goa Gajah temple and Tirta Empul water temple.

Ubud is well known for its sacred monkey forest, which is another great spot to add to your day out. The forest is home to over 700 playful monkeys and so it’s a great place to visit.

It’s hard not to have fun watching the monkeys get up to mischief! Throughout your 2 week itinerary in Bali there are lots of encounters to be had with monkeys and this was by far the most we had.

Next visit the beautiful Pura Taman Saraswati temple and Ubud Palace as well as Ubud Market.

You’ll need to wake up early the next day and be ready to be picked up at around 2am to climb Mount Batur. Tours to Mount Batur from Ubud can easily be arranged through a travel agent or at your accommodation. Prices start at around 500,000 Rupiah per person but can vary.

The hike is a moderate hike and is made hard by the early morning start! Klook do a great tour that involves pick-up from Ubud.

Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking - Klook United Kingdom

Expect to arrive back at your accommodation around midday and take the rest of the day easy and enjoy some relaxation time either by the pool or a Balinese massage.

This day is more flexible as it depends on your interests. Your opinions for the day are:

Relax by the pool, massage, have an easy day.

A spiritual cleansing and shamanic healing tour 

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Take a taxi and explore more nearby waterfalls and temples

The beautiful Plataran Ubud Hotel and Spa is a truly beautiful property just a 20-minute walk from the centre of Ubud. Boasting 2 swimming pools, the property is perfect if you're looking for somewhere to relax during some downtime.

★★★★★ Plataran Ubud Hotel & Spa - CHSE Certified, Ubud, Indonesia

Komaneka at Bisma is the perfect property for a luxurious stay in Ubud. The property is in a secluded location with beautiful jungle views despite being just a 10 minute walk from the main street.

★★★★★ Komaneka at Bisma Ubud, Ubud, Indonesia

There are 2 options for getting to Munduk from Ubud – either take a shuttle bus or a taxi. The shuttle bus should cost 180,000 Rupiah per person, although these generally only run if there are enough other people travelling on the route.

A taxi from Ubud to Munduk should cost around 420,000 Rupiah, so make sure to negotiate a good price. As you want to arrive in Munduk as early as possible, going by taxi is a better option as you can leave as early as you want!

The small village of Munduk is a brilliant place for nature lovers and is one of the less visited spots in Bali. Found in the Central highlands, the village is surrounded by mountains and beautiful green countryside.

The Munduk waterfall trek takes about 3-4 hours in total and leads you through the jungle to 3 different waterfalls. Fortunately, the waterfalls aren’t too busy, as most tourists don’t visit this part of Bali!

After finishing the trek, make your way to Warung Classic for the best view of sunset in Munduk. Enjoy a few drinks as you watch the colours light up the sky.

The next day take a day trip around North Bali to visit beautiful waterfalls and a beautiful temple a highlight of your 2 week Bali itinerary. As Munduk is such a small village there aren’t really taxis just waiting around to take people on tours.

The best way to arrange a taxi is to either ask at Warung Made or pre-arrange one via email/whatsapp

A day trip from Munduk is likely to cost around 500,000-600,000 Rupiah, but make sure to negotiate to try and get the best possible price.

Set off early and head straight for Sekumpul waterfall, which should take about an hour to reach from Munduk. To get to Sekumpul waterfall you’ll have to hike down a relatively steep path, but it is quite easily manageable. Surrounded by forest and standing at 80 metres tall, Sekumpul is a wonderful spot to visit and shouldn’t be missed off your Bali itinerary!

Visiting Sekumpul will take around 3 hours in total – including hiking down and back up, as well as enjoying the view once you reach the falls. Once you’ve made it back up to the car park, you’ll want to head for Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Temple.

Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is one of the most famous temples in Bali due to its picturesque location on the shore of Lake Beratan. The peaceful location makes it a lovely place to visit, despite the fact you can’t actually go inside the temple.

The Ultimate 2 Week Bali Itinerary

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