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Bangkok to Bali: Street Food, Summits & Island Escapes

36 days, Bangkok to Seminyak

36 days

Bangkok to Seminyak

From$4399USD
Valid on Apr 11 2026
Trip Code: ATBD

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Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

Service Level: Basic

Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 18

Age requirement: 18-39

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36 days

Bangkok to Seminyak

From$4399USD
Valid on Apr 11 2026
Trip Code: ATBD

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

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Map of the route for Bangkok to Bali: Street Food, Summits & Island Escapes

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Itinerary Notes

BALI: Effective February 14, 2024, all foreign tourists entering Bali will be required to pay the “Bali Tourist Levy.” This fee of 150,000 IDR (or $10 USD) and can be paid online through the Love Bali System before entering Bali or upon arrival. We strongly suggest every traveler pay before arrival to ease your entry and avoid queueing to pay upon arrival . For more information please see the Visa and Important Notes section of the tour details.” Pay Tourist Levy Here: https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/

Effective May 1, 2025, all travelers entering Thailand through air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand E-Arrival form. You must register at least 3 days before arrival. Please see Trip Details for more information.

Itinerary

Day 1Bangkok

Arrive at any time and welcome to Thailand's famous capital - Bangkok!

This evening, the famous Khao San Road is on the itinerary for your first night out. Explore this buzzing traveller hub with your CEO and check out the lively bars and dance parties that line the street. Grab a Thai beer or tea and connect with your fellow travellers. Don't forget to sample local delicacies, and try a deep fried scorpion if you dare!

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group| Your First Night Out Moment Connect With New Friends

Day 2Bangkok/Surat Thani

Get on first-name basis with Thailand's capital city by bike with an optional bike tour. Today, you can check out Wat Pho and the Grand Palace, go for a street food crawl, relax with a Thai massage, or explore the klongs (canals) by boat before boarding the overnight train.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3Surat Thani/Khao Sok

See southern Thai hospitality in action with breakfast at G Adventures-supported Khao Thep Pitak Community-Owned Farm & Restaurant, where you can also meet other international visitors. Later on, enjoy free time. Opt to go to Lake Cheow Lan where you can take in the views while hiking or swimming in the national park. Spend tonight falling asleep to the sweet sounds of the jungle.

This area is known for its natural beauty. You know what that means: lots of chances for photos.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Kao Thep Pitak Community-Owned Farm & Meal

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4Khao Sok/Koh Samui

Your next stop is just a ferry ride away. Today, explore Ko Samui Island's beauty by catching the sunset at Chaweng Beach before eating your weight in street food at the night market. For your big night out, head to a popular beach bar, celebrate life-changing adventures, and dance the night away.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Big Night Out Moment Koh Samui

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 5Koh Samui

Take a scenic day trip to pristine Ang Thong National Marine Park. As a protected nature area consisting of over 40 islands, the views here are unforgettable — perfect for making friends back home jealous. Try to spot all the different kinds of marine life and explore above the water by foot or below the water by snorkel. Be forewarned: it might take you all day to take in all this beauty.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 6Koh Samui/George Town

Gear up for a long day of travel. Ferry back to the mainland and continue by private vehicle to cross the border into Malaysia and on to George Town, Penang.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7George Town

Get a full day in Penang. Explore the busy streets and check out the colourful famous street art. Trust us: they make for a great backdrop!

Day 8George Town/Chenderoh Lake

Learn about local culture (especially how to properly tie a sarong!) at this island homestay, nestled in the middle of a beautiful lake. Tonight, relax as you take in the scenery and connect with the family that runs this homestay.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Local Living Moment Chenderoh Lake Homestay

Meals included:

Dinner

Day 9Chenderoh Lake/Cameron Highlands

Enjoy slightly cooler temperatures in the Cameron Highlands. Here, explore the well-marked trails through the lush tropical forest, visit a tea plantation, or search for the rafflesia: the world's largest flower.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 10Cameron Highlands/Kuala Lumpur

Today is yours to take on. Walk around and explore, but don't skip trying the national dish of Malaysia, nasi lemak — a traditional rice dish made with coconut milk and pandan leaf.

Once the sun sets, see another side to the city as you stop by the famous Petronas Towers (which light up at night) before checking out the local nightlife.

Day 11Kuala Lumpur

You've got the whole day for exploring. Head out of town to visit the famous Batu Caves or the Orang Alsi Museum. Later tonight, head to some rooftop bars for drinks and dancing, or stop by the night market and find some flavours you never knew existed.

Built in 1928 as a fresh market for locals, and revamped in the 1980s as an outlet for all Malaysian handicrafts, the night market is a local institution. Make sure you don't miss it.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 12Kuala Lumpur/Melaka

Today is your day to take on the canals by boat, and see a different side of this old port town. Maybe stop for some famous chicken rice at Kedai Kopi Chung Wah in Chinatown. Locals love it here; they often line up for hours to get a taste.

The streets of Chinatown (also known as Jonker Walk) are also lined with Peranakan (Straits Chinese) shophouses offering their traditional cuisine, Nyonya. Explore the many temples, churches, mosques, museums, and forts.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 13Melaka/Singapore

Head to Singapore today, where you can use your free time to see that famous skyline by boat or eat so much street food, you can barely walk. For a peek into the city-state's past life, wander the old streets of Little India and Chinatown.

Day 14Singapore/Medan

Get that passport ready! Today we fly from Singapore to Indonesia. Welcome to Medan on the island of Sumatra. Get settled in to your hotel and enjoy a free evening to explore this historic city.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 15Medan

Nothin' like a city tour to get to know the lay of the land. Walk and cruise on a becak, an Indonesian cycle rickshaw, through Medan today, visit the must-see spots like the Al-Mashun Great Mosque and Maimun Palace. Marvel at an ancient Chinese temple, explore the jewel of Medan, wander through the bustling local market, a fish market-turned fabric shop and chow down on a delicious family-style Padang lunch together. After the tour, the rest of the day is yours to explore the wonderful city of Medan.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Foodie Moment Padang Lunch

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 16Medan/Bukit Lawang

Drive west after breakfast to Bukit Lawang, a village tucked away in the jungle. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventurers. We'll arrive in the afternoon. Check in to the hotel, then chill out or get out and explore! Enjoy that free time! Local cooking class, anyone?

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 17Bukit Lawang/Gunung Leuser

The trek of a lifetime begins today as we head out into the Gunung Leuser National Park, home of the beautiful orangutan. This rainforest is one of the richest and most vibrant in the whole world! Our destination today is our campsite, deep in the jungle! We'll trek for around 6-7 hours today, on the look out for animals that most people only dream of spotting. Think orangutans, monkeys, giant monitor lizards and a bunch of colorful birds! We'll stop when we encounter animals (fingers crossed for a bunch of orangutans), take lots of breaks throughout the hike and stop for a picnic lunch halfway. Camp will already be set up for us when we arrive so that's your cue to relax and prepare for a delicious local cookout made by our local guide. A much deserved feast after today's adventure!

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 18Gunung Leuser/Bukit Lawang

Your tropical jungle adventure continues today, starting with a camp breakfast. Taking a different path, we'll hike through more of Gunung Leuser National Park, keeping an eye out for more endangered animals and admiring the insanely awesome jungle surroundings. We’re hoping for more interactions with orangutans especially today! At our destination, we'll have a riverside lunch then hop into an inner tube and raft down the river, returning to Bukit Lawang on a traditional raft. How cool is that? Enjoy free time to chill or visit the Bat Cave. Then get ready! ‘Cause we’re going out! Tonight is your Big Night Out alongside the crew. We’ll hit up a jungly bar and have ourselves a night!

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 19Bukit Lawang

We said it before and we'll say it again, Bukit Lawang is an adventurers paradise! So today is yours to live that! Choose to explore the town on your own terms or head out on an epic full day white water rafting adventure or cycle through the jungly bamboo homes and rural magic of Bukit Lawang. Get out there!

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 20Bukit Lawang/Medan

Leave Bukit Lawang today as you head back to Medan. On the way, we have the opportunity to spend the day at Kampung Lama, a special village where Malay, Javanese and Bataknese communities live peacefully together. While enjoying a local snack and drink, learn about the history and uniqueness of the village. Then get hands on making traditional crafts made of coconut leaves and learning local games. Next up, enjoy a delicious lunch and some time on the farm. After an amazing day with the villagers, return to Medan for the night.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 21Medan/Canggu

Fly from Sumatra to Bali, from one Indonesian Island to another! Then drive to Canggu for a free evening in this wild town!

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 22Canggu

You came to an island known around the world for having epic surf, so whether you shred or have never seen a board, today is for you! Join a surf lesson for all levels, getting your footing on land before hitting the water to practice with the instructors. After the lesson, the day is yours! Rent a board to keep practicing, relax on the beach or grab a beer at a cute warung, local Indonesian restaurant.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 23Canggu/Bulian

Take a break from Bali's wild side and head north to Bulian. Here we can connect will locals, slow down and enjoy Bali's famed rice terraces. On the way up, we'll stop at the breathtaking Ulundanu Temple, sitting on the edge of Lake Beratan. Continue to Bulian where we'll be welcomed with a drink and lunch. Fuel up for a trek alongside waterfalls, through rice fields and in the local village to connect with the natural and cultural side of Bali. Learn to make Balinese offerings then head to the nearby temple and join a local priest for the ceremony.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Bulian Village Tour| Your G for Good Moment Bulian Guesthouse Experience

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 24Bulian

Enjoy all that the beautiful village of Bulian has to offer today on a free day to choose your own adventure. Choose to trek through Lemukih Village to see a durian plantation, beautiful rice terraces, coffee fields and waterfalls! You'll even have the chance to slide down a natural waterslide! Or choose to head out on a bike tour through Bulian to get acquainted with Northern Bali.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 25Bulian/Kintamani

A free morning gives you the chance to explore the rest of Bulian on your terms. Choose to just chill, or join a local cooking class or sunrise fishing trip. Then jump in the van and drive to Kintamani, the town nestled at the base of Mt Batur to arrive to our campsite for the night. Did we mention this campsite has a hot spring pool? Soak in the hot springs then join us 'round the campfire for a cozy night of camping!

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Wellness Moment Local Hot Spring Pool

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 26Kintamani/Ubud

Rise and shine as we are getting after it today! Waking well before the sun, we'll start our 2 hour trek to reach the Mt Batur summit in time to enjoy an absolutely stunning sunrise. And what's a picturesque sunrise without a lil picnic breakfast, amirite? With the sun finally up, we'll hike back down for a proper breakfast and a well-deserved hot spring soak. Then it's goodbye Kintamani and hello Ubud! On the way, we'll stop at G Adventures-supported PKP Community to meet with the women leaders, visit the garden and enjoy a local lunch. Then, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Ubud. But in the evening, put your party hat on because we're going out! Join your group and CEO for your Big Night Out in Ubud.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Wellness Moment Local Hot Spring Pool| Your G for Good Moment Pusat Kegiatan Perempuan (PKP) Community Visit| Your Big Night Out Moment in Ubud

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 27Ubud

There is always something to discover in the great town of Ubud. Today is yours to explore however you’d like.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 28Ubud

With seemingly never-ending things to do in Ubud, choose to spend it how you want! Choose between incredible local experiences like a Balinese Spiritual tour at Widya Guna Foundation, a cooking class at G for Good PKP Community, a bike tour through the rice terraces or an experience with a local family! The choice is yours!

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 29Ubud/Tempasan

Drive to the harbour and take a speed boat to the island of Lombok. Drive to Tempasan village and meet the villagers for a group dinner.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 30Tempasan

Get close to local life in Lombok today on a village tour and rice terrace trek. Meet with local farmers to learn about village life firsthand, wander through the instagramable rice terraces and maybe sample some local fruit on the various plantations. Then join the local women to learn about their gorgeous traditional weaving styles and a yummy lunch. The rest of the day is yours to explore Lombok how you'd like. Opt to join a local cooking class, take a bike tour or join a yoga class. Then join the group for an after-dinner campfire.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Local Living Moment Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 31Tempasan

From land to sea, Lombok has a never-ending list of sick adventures for us! Today is yours so do what you want. Yoga? A snorkel trip? Monkeys and waterfalls? A cooking class? Options on options! So get out there how you want!

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 32Tempasan/Senggigi

Drive to Bonjeruk Village this morning for an opportunity to connect with the local villagers. Here we will work up our appetite for a yummy Lombok lunch from a cycle tour around the village. Afterwards, continue on to Senggigi for a free afternoon at the beach.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 33Senggigi/Gili Trawangan

Get ready for the ultimate island paradise as we travel to Gili Trawangan, an island with no motorized vehicles and the freshest air! After dropping our things off at the hotel, we head back out to sea for a snorkel trip. On board the boat, we’ll jet around to various islands and picturesque snorkel spots in search of sea turtles, rays and if we’re lucky, a cute lil reef shark. Grab your sunscreen and a snorkel and get ready for an epic day. Tonight, as if today could get any better, we head out on our big night out! Want a drank? Wanna dance? Well let’s do it!

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Big Night Out Moment in Gili Trawangan

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 34Gili Trawangan

There are 2 types of beach people. The rotters-who want to lay in the sun all day, and the adventurers! Today, you get to pick your own player and spend today exactly how you want! Feel free to pick your fav beach and just chill, get your tan on and take a dip in the perfect blue water. Looking for something more to do? How does stand up paddle board yoga sound? Maybe a leisurely bike ride around the island? However you choose to spend it, Gili T is yours to see.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 35Gili Trawangan/Seminyak

Head back to Bali on a speed boat today for one final adventure in Indonesia. Arrive to the harbour and drive to Seminyak, known for its super fun nightlife, amazing shopping, beautiful beaches and incredible restaurants! The rest of the day is yours to enjoy this awesome town!

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 36Seminyak

Depart at any time.

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What's Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Kao Thep Pitak Community-Owned Farm & Meal, Ban Ta Khun
  • Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Village Tour, Bulian
  • Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Guesthouse Experience, Bulian
  • Your G for Good Moment: Pusat Kegiatan Perempuan (PKP) Community Visit, Banjar Selasih
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Your Discover Moment: Bangkok
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Koh Samui, Koh Samui
  • Your Local Living Moment: Chenderoh Lake Homestay, Chenderoh Lake
  • Your Foodie Moment: Padang Lunch, Medan
  • Your Wellness Moment: Local Hot Spring Pool, Kintamani
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: in Ubud, Ubud
  • Your Discover Moment: Ubud
  • Your Local Living Moment: Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration, Tempasan
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: in Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan
  • Angthong National Marine Park Visit
  • Epic jungle trek in search for orangutan and camping inside Gunung Leuser National Park
  • Surfing lesson in Canggu
  • Camping in Kintamani
  • Mt Batur sunrise hike + hot spring soaks
  • Rice Terrace & Village Walk in Tempasan
  • Bonjeruk Village Village immersion experience
  • 3-island snokerling trip in Gili T
  • Two street food crawls
  • Internal flight
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Simple hotels (twin-share, 21 nts), Simple Hotel (triple-sharing, 1nt), homestay (6 nt), basic lodge (1 nt), sleeper train (1 nt), pod hotel (1 nt), Camping Tent (2 nts), Hostel (2 nts, multi-share)

Meals

30 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 4 dinners
Allow USD345-450 for meals not included.

Transportation

Basic Overnight Train (beds), Ferry, Local Bus, Private Vehicle, Becak, Walking, Tubbing, Bicycle, Shared Vehicle, Speed Boat, Plane

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout.

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Bangkok to Bali: Street Food, Summits & Island Escapes

| 36 days - Bangkok to Seminyak - from $4399 USD