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7 Days in Bali: For First Time Visitors
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7 Days in Bali: For First Time Visitors
Perfect for first-time Bali visitors: turtles, artisans, epic nature, and hidden gems—see it all, minus crowds.
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For travellers who want to see the true soul of Bali
Explore Bali's must-sees with fewer crowds
See gorgeous Nusa Penida in a different way
Magical fireflies safari with local conservationist
Learn about Bali food with market visit and cooking
See Bali’s oldest village + its unforgettable story
Support conservation of Bali sea turtles (May-Oct)
See Rice Terraces & Monkey Forest
Snorkel with Manta Rays (if you're lucky)
Visit Local Seaweed Farms
See IG-famous Kelingking Beach
Action packed itinerary to see Bali's best in 1 week
Hike Mt Batur on a hidden route without the crowds

Day-by-day

  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
Why this works
  • This one-week Bali itinerary strikes the perfect balance of must-sees and hidden gems. You’ll explore Canggu, Ubud, Nusa Penida and Mt Batur while avoiding the crowds.
  • By spending 2 days in Nusa Penida, you’ll experience its raw, untouched beauty after the tourist daytrippers leave—like stepping into Bali 20 years ago.
  • You'll meet local conservationists, artisans, and discover hidden nature, ensuring you see the real Bali properly, not the tourist traps.
Day 1
1
Arrive in Bali
Arrive in Bali
Arrive in Denpasar airport. Be picked up from the airport and head to Ubud.
4.9
2
Try the Best Babi Guling in Bali
Try the Best Babi Guling in Bali
Foodie in Bali? Feast on babi guling & Bebek Bengil! Join a local food tour for the island's best bites.
4.9
Day 2
1
Take a boat from Sanur to Nusa Penida
Take a boat from Sanur to Nusa Penida
Take a fast boat from mainland Bali to Nusa Penida, a wild and gorgeous island off the coast of Bali.
4.4
2
See Nusa Penida like few travellers have
See Nusa Penida like few travellers have
See Penida island's sacred temple, seaweed farms, and hidden sunset views. Overnight on Penida.
4.9
Day 3
1
Kelingking (T-Rex) Beach & Manta Rays
Kelingking (T-Rex) Beach & Manta Rays
The second day in Nusa Penida takes you to the IG-famous beaches + snorkelling with Mantas (if you're lucky!)
4.9
2
Boat from Nusa Penida back to Sanur
Boat from Nusa Penida back to Sanur
Return to Sanur, Bali mainland in the evening.
4.4
Day 4
1
Ubud Rice Terraces, Monkeys + Waterfall
Ubud Rice Terraces, Monkeys + Waterfall
See top Ubud spots with a local: Tegenungan Waterfall, Monkey Forest, Rice Terrace, and the holy water temple!
4.9
Day 5
1
See Mt Batur, but differently
See Mt Batur, but differently
See sunrise over Mt Batur, without the crowds. Best part: a magical starlit boat ride on Lake Batur
4.9
2
Trunyan Village, Bali's Oldest village
Trunyan Village, Bali's Oldest village
Visit Trunyan Village and discover Bali’s mystical tree with a story you'll never forget.
Day 6
1
Farm-to-Table Balinese Cooking
Farm-to-Table Balinese Cooking
Visit a local market and organic garden, then enjoy a Bali farm-to-table cooking class in a lush garden.
5.0
2
Firefly Safari with a Conservationist
Firefly Safari with a Conservationist
This is one of the most heartfelt experiences in Bali. Enjoy a firefly safari, then dine with a local family.
5.0
Day 7
1
Save Bali's Sea Turtles
Save Bali's Sea Turtles
Support sea turtle conservation in Bali (May–Oct). Rescue eggs, clean beaches & care for turtles with locals
5.0
2
Leave Bali
Leave Bali
Time to head to the airport and say goodbye to Bali! Just remember to leave 2-3 hours for traffic.
4.9
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