Indonesia Islands Tour

Welcome to Bali, an island resort that is not to be missed in all Indonesian private tour packages! Your driver and personal assistant will pick you up from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport upon your arrival and transfer you to the hotel in Seminyak by a 30-minute drive. The rest of the day will be free for you to adjust to jet lag or enjoy some leisure time on the beach.

► Recommendations for Early Arrival
It is just a 2-minute walk from your hotel to Double Six Beach, where you could chill out or take a leisurely stroll on your own. Along the beach there are lots of choices for dinner. La Plancha offers a great view for diners to admire the sunset dropping into the sea. Sit on a bean bag chair by the beach, enjoy some tapas and pizza with live music. The cost per person is about USD 12.

► Tips on Money Exchanging
Try to avoid exchanging money at the airport or other touristy places, since the exchange rates might be bad. After checking in at the hotel, you can walk to Kodak Shop - Authorized Money Changer or other Authorized Money Changers which are reliable and safe to exchange some money. Generally, ATMs in Indonesia provide cash withdrawals without handling fees.

► Taxi-hailing in Indonesia
It’s convenient to get a taxi service at a taxi stand or via mobile apps in Indonesia. You could book a taxi or a motorcycle through Blue Bird, Grab or Gojek. You could know the cost before your ride and pay in-app.

► Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bali and the nearby islands is the dry season, which is from April to October every year. During the dry season, the weather and temperature are generally pleasant with little chance of rain, and the beaches are cleaner and prettier than in the rainy season.

Accommodation: Grand Mercure Bali Seminyak (5 stars) or similar

After breakfast, we’ll first head to Melasti Beach. Tucked under steep cliffs, it hasn’t been completely developed, with blue sky, crystal water and less people. Here, you can enjoy some leisure time to admire the scenery and take photos. Then we’ll go to Padang-Padang Beach which is a surfing paradise. Walk down some narrow steps to reach this secluded beach. Sunbathe, take in the verdant surroundings, or enjoy the cool breeze in the shade of the rock or cliffs. If you have interests, you could go surfing here at your own expense. Next, you’ll be led to Uluwatu Temple, which is an 11th-century Balinese Hindu temple built atop a soaring seaside cliff, offering a remarkable vista of the Indian Ocean. According to the local legend, two lovers jumped from the cliff and died for love because they could not be together. Appreciate the splendid sea view and listen to the sound of the waves flapping the rocky cliff. Around sunset, let’s enjoy the traditional Kecak Dance performed at the open-air stage of the temple, which tells the story of Ramayana and features dozens of performers and unique chants. After that, you’ll be sent back to the hotel.

► Tip: The monkeys around the temple may snatch a hat or something from the visitors, so please keep your belongings, especially hats, sunglasses and mobile phones in case they are stolen by these naughty monkeys.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Grand Mercure Bali Seminyak (5 stars) or similar

Today will be a free day for you in Seminyak beach resort to totally relax yourself! After having a delicious breakfast at the hotel, you could take a leisurely walk or ride a bicycle along the nearby beaches, swim or surf in the clear sea waters, explore the beachfront bars or cafés, and try some snacks or Balinese cuisines at the local markets. Besides, there are a lot of exquisite galleries and art museums in Seminyak waiting for you to explore, for example, Purpa Fine Art Gallery Seminyak and Nyaman Gallery, showcasing local art as well as surrealist and experimental art. At dusk, don’t miss the spectacular sunset on the beach. You could enjoy it while sipping a cocktail or Bintang - a type of local beer. In the evening, you may experience Seminyak’s authentic nightlife at one of its stylish clubs, theme bars or beach parties.

► Health Tip: Please avoid drinking tap water or drinks from street vendors, because it might be unhygienic and can cause severe diarrhea. You could drink bottled water instead.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Grand Mercure Bali Seminyak (5 stars) or similar

After breakfast, the fast boat vendor will pick you up from the hotel and send you to the port, where you’ll take a fast boat for around 30 minutes to Lembongan Island. After arrival, the boat staff will escort you to the hotel for check-in. Lembongan is a small island with uncrowded beaches, crystal turquoise waters and forests of mangrove trees, which is an ideal place to escape from the hustling Bali. For the rest of the day, you could rent a scooter to tour around the island and sample some delicious local food. The most popular place on the island is Devil’s Tear. Long being washed by the sea water, the base of the cliff has formed an arc-shaped tide pool. The waves could send up spray that reaches as high as 30 meters (100 ft.), and you may even see a rainbow. The nearby Dream Beach, with its dreamy view and clear blue water, is also worth visiting.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Tamarind Resort Nusa Lembongan (5 stars) or similar

After breakfast, your guide will take you to the neighboring Nusa Penida Island, where you’ll experience snorkeling. Nusa Penida is a relatively undeveloped island with unspoiled coral reefs, sea cliff formations and lagoons. Get surrounded by colorful fishes, shells, and plants in the glassy blue water. If lucky, enjoy the fun of swimming with manta rays. With their flattened black body, they swim in the sea just like flying bats.

► The snorkeling will last for about 2 or 3 hours. If you want to see more manta rays and get close to them, a scuba diving could be a better choice. If you prefer that, please tell us in advance and we could also arrange a scuba diving adventure for you.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Tamarind Resort Nusa Lembongan (5 stars) or similar

Today, your adventure will extend to Lombok Island. After breakfast, a shared car will take you to the jetty on Lembongan Island, where you’ll take a fast boat on your own to reach Lombok Island. After arrival, another shared car will take you to the hotel in Senggigi, the liveliest place on the island. Enjoy your time exploring the nearby places for the rest of the day. Don’t miss the distinctive black sandy beach, which is formed by volcanic ash fallout.

► Recommendation for Dinner (at your own expense)
Food from around the world can be found throughout the streets in Senggigi. Take a 6-minute ride from your hotel to the clifftop Kliff Bistro, and enjoy some Indonesian cuisine or Italian food while admiring a romantic sunset panorama. If you want a better viewpoint, you could book a seat in advance.
Average Cost per Person: USD 12
Address: Jalan Raya Senggigi

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Royal Avila Boutique Resort, Senggigi (5 stars) or similar

Today will be a free day at leisure for you. Senggigi is a popular tourist area on the west coast of Lombok Island. The water is surprisingly blue and calm and the tourists here are relatively less, so you could enjoy some leisure time away from the hustle and bustle. Relax your body and find your inner peace. Today, you could enjoy the picturesque views, take a dip in the swimming pool or take a casual walk on the white beach. You may climb the Malimbu Hill after breakfast, which is one of the best places to enjoy the bay and the sea view in Senggigi. Also, there are many ideal surfing spots for you to touch the waves. If you want to explore the cultural and historical relics, Batu Bolong Temple is a good choice. This Hindu temple is built on a rock above the sea. The magnificent scenery at sunset makes it one of the most popular photo spots on the island.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Royal Avila Boutique Resort, Senggigi (5 stars) or similar

Today you will be escorted to the harbor by a sharing car and then change to a speed boat to Gili Trawangan Island. Upon arrival, take the Cidomo, a traditional horse cart to the hotel. The rest of the day will be at your own disposal. Off the northwest coast of Lombok Island, Gili Islands - Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan are praised as “Pearls on the Indian Ocean” for their alluring natural beauty. Trawangan is the largest among the three with vibrant nightlife and various choices of water activities. There are no cars on the island, so you could rent a bicycle at the hotel and cycle around the island. In the late afternoon, you could have a delicious seafood feast and some nice drinks by the beach.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Jambuluwuk Oceano Gili Trawangan (5 stars) or similar

After breakfast at the hotel, an English-speaking boatman will pick you up from your hotel and lead you to have a private snorkeling tour around Gili islands. Dive into the azure waters to meet with lovely turtles and even the rare frog fish. Take a photo with schools of fish and colorful corals, and discover the hidden treasure, for example, the wreckage of the sunken ships in the amazing underwater world. When the snorkeling trip is over, you’ll be escorted back to your hotel.

► Tips: Your snorkeling experience will last 2 to 3 hours. Being exposed to sunlight and soaked in sea water may get you sunburnt, so it’s recommended to use reef-friendly sun block to protect your skin. Besides, remember to check your mask and snorkel before getting into the water.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Jambuluwuk Oceano Gili Trawangan (5 stars) or similar

Today will be free for you to relax on the laid-back island. You could take a speedboat to appreciate the sunrise over the sea, enjoy a sunbath on the beach, or try some self-paid outdoor activities like fishing, surfing, and scuba diving. Explore the seabed in the shallow sea to encounter beautiful sea urchins, sea cucumbers or starfish. Or try horse riding by the sea to enjoy the blue scenery through a dreamy and romantic way. At dusk, maybe attend a beach party after dinner and indulge yourself into the warm and exciting atmosphere.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Jambuluwuk Oceano Gili Trawangan (5 stars) or similar

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the jetty by the Cidomo horse cart to take the speedboat to Padang Bay dock. Upon arrival, your local driver will pick you up and transfer you to Ubud, a picturesque town on Bali Island. The whole journey takes about 4 hours. Along the way, the scenery will not bore you. For the rest of time, you could have a good rest or go for a walk into the surrounding forests and rice fields. If interested, you could experience a Balinese massage at the hotel. By kneading and pressing the body and using essential oils, the massage can help relax the body and mind and ease muscle tension.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Puri Sebali Resort Ubud (4 stars) or similar

This morning, we will first go to sightsee in the Tegalalang Rice Terraces, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site located on the winding slopes. Strolling in the lush green in the gentle morning sunlight, the terraces will lead your eyes down to the peaceful valley which is decorated with palm trees and flowers. Many movies and music videos have been shot here. Get immersed in the gentle breeze and picturesque landscape. Then we will move forward to Tegenungan Waterfall, which is the largest and earliest developed waterfall in Bali. Around the waterfall there are lots of amazing photo spots. It’s a short walk to get to the spectacular waterfall, and you could wear your swimsuit to have fun in the pool under. After that, pay a visit to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, which is full of towering tropical trees and is home to around 700 long-tailed Balinese macaques. Monkeys in Indonesia are revered and regarded as divine beings. The monkeys here are free range and fed by the staff, and they’re not afraid of people at all. However, they are a little bit mischievous and will snatch your hat, glasses or food, so please be careful when visiting.

Next, we’ll head for a panoramic view of Mount Batur in Kintamani, the second largest active volcano on Bali Island. It is over 1,700 meters (5,577 ft.) in height, with a crater 600 meters (1,970 ft.) in depth. Frequent volcanic activities have brought abundant rainfall and mineral-rich soil here. Appreciate the captivating Lake Batur, and feel the grandeur of the mountain. Later, you’ll be guided to Gunung Kawi Temple, which is a magnificent temple and funerary complex built in the 11th-century, with notable features of 10 shrines hewn into the face of towering cliffs. The temple is dedicated to one of the most important kings in Balinese history - King Udayana, reigned from 989 to 1011 AD. After the tour, you’ll be sent back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Puri Sebali Resort Ubud (4 stars) or similar

In the morning, you’ll be picked up by a shuttle car for an exciting rafting adventure on Ayung River – the longest river in Bali. Instructed by the professional rafting guide, you’ll have a lot of fun as you go through the dips and bends of the river and weave through the surrounding valleys, rainforests and waterfalls. Splash water and share happiness with people you meet. The trip will last for about 2.5 hours and when it is over, a pleasant buffet lunch will be arranged for you.

► Tips: 
1. It’s cool during the rafting but it’s still easy to get sunburnt, so sunblock is necessary.
2. Bring a change of clothes so that you can change after the rafting if you get wet or dirty.
3. Waterproof bags can help keep your stuff dry, such as mobile phone, wallet and camera.

After lunch, return to the hotel. For the remainder of the day, you could take the hotel’s free shuttle bus to the downtown Ubud Art Market by yourself, which is famous for the featured Balinese handicrafts. And if time permits, you can visit Ubud Palace.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Puri Sebali Resort Ubud (4 stars) or similar

Today will be the last day of your 14 days private Indonesia tours. At the appointed time, your driver will send you to the airport and see you off there. Thanks for booking the tour with us. Wish you all the best!

► If you want to further explore Indonesia, for example, feel the cultural charm of Yogyakarta by visiting Borobudur Temple or Prambanan Temple, or seek for Komodo dragons on the islands of Komodo, please contact us and we could customize a private itinerary for you.

Meals: Breakfast