Bali: a blissful 2-3 week itinerary

Bali: a blissful 2-3 week itinerary

If you are currently planning a trip around Bali and want to know the best route in order to experience all of Bali and Gili Island's best bits you have come to the right place. In this guide I will share with you the exact itinerary that my clients took for their 3 week honeymoon earlier this year and had the time of their lives (I have also taken this route personally and had recommended it to them from experience) This guide includes hotel recommendations, activity ideas, points of interest/ places to visit and logistical information of how to get to and from each place. If you are based in the UK and need help planning or booking your trip please get in touch with me; I am a registered Independent Travel Agent and am ATOL and ABTA protected. You can find me on Instagram @tannantravel
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Arriving in Bali 

First stop- Nusa Dua

Nusa Dua is an exclusive beach resort town in Bali perfect for honeymooners or anyone who enjoys a luxurious setting, it's a great place to get your trip off to a relaxing start and experience the south of the island before you head up north.

Hotel recommendation in Nusa Dua:

The Nest Hotel Nusa Dua
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Lovely hotel in a great location with a stunning rooftop bar and pool- click check prices to be taken to booking site.
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Things to do in the South of Bali from Nusa Dua 

Nusa Dua Beach
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Visit Nusa Dua beach, one of the best beaches in Bali
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Bali Collection
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Visit the Bali Collection shopping center in Nusa Dua
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Penida Island
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Take a trip to the nearby island of Nusa Penida
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Uluwatu Temple
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Visit the Uluwatu template; this is a must-see for those interested in Balinese culture and history.
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Day trip around Bali’s South Coast:

Second stop- Seminyak 

Seminyak is home to some of the best beach clubs in Bali, its a more lively atmosphere here with lots of parties and events so a great place to stay over New Years Eve.

Seminyak is located between Kuta and Canggu so you also have easy access to those towns from here. 

Hotel recommendation in Seminyak:

The Salila Beach Resort Seminyak Bali
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Perfect location if you want to attend events at the surrounding beach clubs, click check prices to be taken to the booking site.
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Things to do in Seminyak 

Seminyak Beach
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A lively but chilled vibe, this beach has lots of colourful umbrellas and bean bags where you can chill out and watch the sunset
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Finns Beach Club
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This is where you want to go for New Year’s Eve, I’ve included a link here to book tickets for the NYE 2023 event.
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Potato Head Beach Club
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Another great beach club located close to your hotel, and amazing place to watch the sunset.
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Getting from Seminyak to the Gili islands:

Ask your hotel to arrange a transfer for you from the hotel to Padangbai (this will take around an hour)

You'll then need to get a boat from Padangbai Port to the Gili islands and I'd recommend booking the one below: 

Third stop- Gili Trawangan 

The atmosphere here is electric; it has a fantastic nightlife where you can enjoy bonfires, beach parties, and cinema nights under the stars.

Hotel recommendation in Gili T: 

Pearl of Trawangan
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Luxury accommodation in a glorious beachfront location. This is known as the place to be on Gili T- click check prices to be taken to the booking site.
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Things to do in Gili T: 

There is lots to see and do here but you don't really need to pre-book anything, you'll just get a feel for the island when you get there and go with the flow :)

Final stop- Ubud

Staying in Ubud is all about exploring Bali's culture and history; there is so much to see and do here and you'll be surrounded by stunning jungle scenery- this is the perfect place to end your honeymoon. 

Calma Ubud Suite & Villas
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Stunning resort offering onsite activities and free shuttle service to Ubud center. Click check prices to be taken to the booking site.
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Things to see and do in Ubud:

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
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You can visit the monkey Forrest alone or you can do it as part of a day trip with waterfalls and rice terraces linked below.
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Ubud Art Market
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Ubud’s traditional art market is one of Bali’s best markets selling authentic goods handmade by locals
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Saraswati Temple
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One of the top temples to visit in Bali, also knows as Ubud’s water palace.
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Day trip to the Monkey Forrest with a tour of the best waterfalls and rice fields in Ubud:

My recommendation- Mount Batur sunrise hike

I did this trip when I was in Bali and it was the best experience, its a fairly challenging hike but you get to the top just in time for sunrise and see the sun coming up through the mountains its so worth it! Afterwards you're taken to some natural hot springs in the mountains which are also really nice, a great way to relax after the hike.

I hope this is helpful, see my other Bali guides linked below for more information on each place. 

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Hello, I'm Claudia. An event manager and Independent travel agent from Leeds UK, with a huge passion for travel and a mission to see as much of the world as I possibly can. Always the organiser, my expertise lies in planning the logistics of complex itineraries; paying close attention to the finer details and making sure no stone is left unturned. Whether it’s a big group trip, a family holiday, a romantic get-away for two or a solo backpacking adventure, I can save you time and help plan yours to perfection; ensuring you have a unique, unforgettable and stress free expeirence. My guides will take you through my top recommendations of where to stay, what to do and trips to take within your chosen destination. I'll also include the easiest ways to get around, best places to eat and give you some handy money saving tips along the way! In my capacity as an Independent Travel Agent I fully qualified to book things on your behalf and am ATOL and ABTA protected. I have access to some amazing suppliers and great rates so if you need help booking your holiday and would like a free non obligatory quote please get in touch via the email address below. If you have any questions at all or need help with anything travel related please email traveltannant@gmail.com
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