Classic Bali & Lombok
14 days, Sanur to Sanur
Itinerary
Day 1Sanur
Arrive at any time.
The welcome moment begins at 18:00. Please ensure you arrive at the joining hotel by then to ensure you do not miss the meeting.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Day 2Sanur/Munduk
Visit the Lake Danu Bratan Temple and take a walk through the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces before arriving at the guesthouse in Munduk. Enjoy some delicious Balinese cuisine.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Jatiluwih Rice Terraces Visit
Follow your CEO down narrow paths as you explore the UNESCO-protected Jatiluwih Rice Terraces. Stop to enjoy the view as you trek around the area.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ulun Danu Temple Complex Visit
Bring your camera for this floating temple visit; the captivating Ulun Danu Temple, founded by the King of Mengwi in the 17th century, is one of Bali’s most important and most photographed temples.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 3Munduk/Kintamani
Drive through lush rice fields and winding mountain roads to Kintamani, then take a dip in the local hot springs.
Arrive in Kintamani with its breathtaking views of Lake Batur and the Batur crater. Take a wander through town and mix with the locals, visit the market, and marvel at the variety of local produce for sale. Stop for lunch at a black sand beach.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Your Wellness Moment: Local Hot Spring Pool
Relax in the pools filled with warm mineral waters from a local spring to soothe tired muscles and ease worries away.
Optional Activities - Day 3 HideShow
Walk to Nearby Waterfall
Enjoy the land’s natural beauty on this walk to the local waterfall.
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BreakfastDay 4Kintamani/Ubud
Opt for a sunrise hike to the top of Mt Batur before travelling to the cultural heart of Bali, stopping for lunch at the G Adventures supported-Bali Community Training Lunch Program. Arrive in Ubud in the late afternoon for an orientation walk and some free time.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Your G for Good Moment: Bali Community Training Lunch Program
Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures-supported Bali Community Training Lunch Program. This initiative supports and assists people living with disabilities in Bali to find independence and meaningful employment through training in the hospitality sector. In Hindu-Bali, it is a societal belief that being born with a disability is a product of "bad karma". Our ground partners are working in the community to break down these stereotypes, and provide resources, training, and education to adults living with disabilities to gain independence and confidence, and find employment within their community. Fully managed and operated by individuals living with disabilities, enjoy a delicious traditional Balinese buffet lunch prepared by the organization while learning more about this initiative that empowers individuals through skills and employment training. All proceeds from this included lunch support the organization's training, education, advocacy and outreach programs, as well as resources such as wheelchairs and three-wheeled mopeds.
Orientation With CEO
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Free Time
Learn Balinese cooking or, if you want ready-made food, go to the Gianyar night market for local eats. Yoga classes are not hard to find or opt for a relaxing massage.
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Mt Batur Hike
650000IDR per personClimb to the summit of Mt Batur (1717m) for an amazing sunrise and scenic views. Rest easy—this active volcano is an accessible climb of about two hours.
Monkey Forest Visit
100000-120000IDR per personTake a walk through the lush Monkey Forest. Keep your valuables close as these cheeky creatures are bound to grab anything that isn't nailed down.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 5Ubud
Enjoy a free day to explore exactly what interests you in Ubud. Opt to visit the Monkey Forest, numerous temples, rice paddies, and markets. In the evening, opt to take in a traditional Kecak dance performance.
Your Discover Moment
There's plenty to see and do in Ubud, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like attending a yoga class, learning about Balinese cuisine with a cooking class, and indulging in a traditional massage. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
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Bird Park
See more than 1,000 birds in the Bali Bird Park, home to more than 250 species. Learn about all things avian (with an option to visit the adjacent Reptile Park).
Gianyar Night Market
Tour the Gianyar night market for some local cuisine. Enjoy amazing food (including savoury soups, satay and sweets) and take in Balinese culture.
Kecak Dance Performance
20USD per personEnjoy a display of traditional Kecak dance (aka Ramayana Monkey Chant), depicting a battle from the Ramayana.
Whitewater Rafting
Experience the thrill of the rapids. Enjoy an amazing ride, but don’t forget to paddle! Be sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet.
Yoga Class
Relax with a class at one of Ubud's beautiful yoga studios. Stretch and hold poses in this gentle but effective form of exercise.
Organic Cooking Class
Refine your culinary skills with a Balinese cooking class. Discover the secrets of delicious local cuisine and how to use exotic herbs and spices.
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BreakfastDay 6Ubud/Candi Dasa
Visit Besakih Temple, the largest Hindu temple in Bali, before the journey to Candidasa, a superb beach location perfect for relaxing.
Besakih Temple Complex
Explore this massive temple complex (made up of 22 temples) perched on the slopes of Mt Agung. Catch one of the 70-plus festivals held here each year in the preeminent Hindu Temple known as the “Mother Temple of Bali.”
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Explore the coast and legendary white sandy beaches of Candidasa. This is also the place for a massage or a yoga class. If you want history, go to the Tirta Gangga temple.
Optional Activities - Day 6 HideShow
Massage
Relax and soothe sore muscles with a local massage.
Tirta Gangga Visit
Wander the maze of pools and fountains surrounding the water palace at Tirta Gangga.
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BreakfastDay 7Candi Dasa
With more free time here, opt to visit the Tirta Gangga temple or the traditional village of Tenganan, go snorkelling, or relax on one of the secluded beaches along the coast.
New travellers may join today for the Lombok portion of the adventure. You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening, followed by an optional dinner.
Free Time
Use more free time here to make the most of this beach town.
Optional Activities - Day 7 HideShow
Tirta Gangga Visit
Wander the maze of pools and fountains surrounding the water palace at Tirta Gangga.
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BreakfastDay 8Candi Dasa/Kuta
Take a local ferry to Lombok and visit a Sasak traditional village en route to Kuta.
Arrive at the shores of Lombok and head to a traditional Sasak village. Meet the locals and learn more about their unique culture and way of life. Continue on to Kuta for the night.
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a ferry boat.
Private Vehicle
Stop to visit a Sasak village on the way.
Sasak Village Visit
Visit this village of farmers and weavers and discover their way of life. Listen to the history of the community as you wander the paths between the traditional homes.
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BreakfastDay 9Kuta
Enjoy a full day exploring the area around Kuta. Opt for a surf lesson or visit one of the beautiful beaches nearby.
Optional Activities - Day 9 HideShow
Surf Lesson
48USD per personReady to ride the waves? Head to scenic Seger beach for a morning surf lesson.
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BreakfastDay 10Kuta/Senggigi
Enjoy a spectacular drive through the middle of Lombok. Stop at the Tetebatu community and enjoy an easy trek through the surrounding rice fields led by a local guide. Continue on to Senggigi for the night.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Tetebatu Countryside Trek
Head out for a couple hours of easy trekking. Pass local homes and rice fields while learning more about the region.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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BreakfastDay 11Senggigi/Gili Trawangan
Before heading to the stunning Gili Islands, visit the slopes of the Rinjani Volcano and hike to a secluded waterfall and take a dip in the fresh water. Once at the islands, opt to swim, snorkel, or kick back and relax.
Drive to the coast and hop on a ferry to Gili and settle in for a few days on the islands. The Gilis are paradise incarnate with a tiny population, no cars, and gorgeous white-sand beaches.
Please note there is limited fresh water available on the Gilis and electricity is supplied by generators. Showers often use desalinated salt water and rooms are typically fan-cooled (no air conditioning).
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Sendang Gila Waterfall Swim
Enjoy an easy walk through the tropical forest and be rewarded by the beauty of the Sendang Gila Waterfall; jump in and swim in its deep pool. It is said locally that every time you swim behind the main waterfall of Tiu Kelep you become a year younger!
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 12Gili Trawangan
Enjoy a half-day snorkelling trip and check out what's living under the sea. The rest of the day is free for exploring. Opt to rent a bike and cycle around the island, visit the shopping area, or try some yoga.
Snorkelling Excursion
Grab a mask and swim amongst the tropical fish. If you're lucky spot a turtle.
Free Time
Get active or just chill out— the choice is yours.
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Yoga
What's better than a relaxing yoga class in paradise? Get your om on in the Gilis.
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BreakfastDay 13Gili Trawangan/Sanur
Travel back to Bali by boat for a final dinner and farewells.
Spend the final evening with an optional dinner together, reflecting on the adventure under a beautiful Balinese sunset.
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Enjoy a free afternoon to explore a bit of Sanur.
Optional Activities - Day 13 HideShow
Tanah Lot Sunset Tour
Visit beautiful Pura Tanah Lot, one of seven sea temples off the Bali coast; it's particularly stunning at sunset.
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BreakfastDay 14Sanur
Depart at any time.