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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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Highlights

Action packed itinerary to see Bali's best in 1 week

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

Hike Mt Batur on a hidden route without the crowds

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

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

Arrive in Bali

Arrive in Denpasar airport. Be picked up from the airport and head to Canggu.

4.9

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

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

45 mins

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

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!)

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41km

45 mins

Boat from Nusa Penida back to Sanur

Return to Sanur, Bali mainland in the evening.

4.4

21km

51 mins

Head up north to Ubud

Check-into your Ubud villa. Get ready for a different side of Bali!

Day 4

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

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

Trunyan Village, Bali's Oldest village

Visit Trunyan Village and discover Bali’s mystical tree with a story you'll never forget.

Day 6

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

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

Save Bali's Sea Turtles

Support sea turtle conservation in Bali (May–Oct). Rescue eggs, clean beaches & care for turtles with locals

5.0

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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