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Bali and other islands: Bali — Nusa Penida — Gili

12 days
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I am sure that many people have an old dream to visit the island of gods - Bali!

On this author's trip, you can see even more, as the program also includes the islands of Nusa Penida and Gili.

The main goal of the tour is to show you how diverse they all are. As we move around, more and more pictures will appear before our eyes! This, in turn, gives the impression of an incredible amount of vacation! Two weeks would feel like a month on vacation!


So, the tour program is designed in such a way that in 12 days we will visit a variety of locations, both well-known and inaccessible to other tourists.


This is primarily an active tour - we will walk a lot, go down to picturesque beaches, and climb to the top of the volcano. Someone might want to give a damn. I will try to satisfy all your wishes.


As for accommodation, we will live both in authentic Balinese guest houses and bungalows, as well as in modern European hotels. The booking rating is at least 8. Accommodation in double rooms (single room at an additional cost).

I gather small groups of 4 to 8 people, so everyone will be comfortable!


I promise that your vacation will be full of fun, experiences and emotions!


Important:

tour dates can be adjusted to your wishes.

The tour price is in $.

Prepayment is made in rubles, the remainder upon arrival on the island in Ollary.

The tour will take place when recruiting a group of 4 or more people. It is possible to conduct an individual program - everything is negotiable!

Visas: You can enter the country with a visa on arrival (Voa), which is paid and placed right at the airport. Its cost is $35.


  • White sand beaches
  • Snorkeling
  • Volcanoes
  • waterfalls
  • Rice terraces
  • Temples
  • Thermal springs
  • Stunning nature
  • Amazing locals
  • and much more!

To get to know the island as much as possible, you need to live in different parts of the island.

  • In the South, we will see the most touristic areas: Kuta and Seminyak.
  • In the North, it is the highest waterfall in Bali and the Pacific coast.
  • In the central part of the island, we will spend the night near one of the volcanoes and see the sunrise at its top!
  • Let's drive through the green heart of Bali - Ubud, surrounded by jungles and surrounded by rice terraces!
  • On the neighboring island of Nusa Penida, you will be able to see still untouched wildlife.
  • We will spend a few days on the Gili Islands, which some call the Indonesian Maldives
  • All in all, you will learn firsthand why this tiny paradise attracts millions of tourists from all over the world so much!


    Organized by: travel-expert Ivan Н
    5.0 (59 reviews)45 Verified — since June 2019

    Program

    Day 1. Arrival day

    Throughout today, tour participants fly to the island. I will not limit the arrival time so that everyone can choose the most convenient flight for themselves. I personally meet everyone at the airport - you don't have to worry about that

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    A transfer will be waiting for us at the airport, and it will take about 30 minutes to get to the hotel, which is located in the Seminyak area. We check in and take a break from the flight.

    After exchanging money for Indonesian rupiahs, everyone will feel like a millionaire). It will already be possible to go relax for a massage.

    We'll spend the evening at one of the beach restaurants, where we can get to know each other better and discuss plans for the upcoming tour.

    A stunning sunset, a refreshing cocktail, live music - an indescribable atmosphere! You're in Bali! Our adventure begins!

    Day 2. Southern part of the island

    Today we are starting to get involved in the tour program. There will be so many activities, but emotions will already overwhelm you!

    We start the morning with breakfast, get ready and set off on our minibus to explore the southern part of the island, the Bukit Peninsula.

    Our first stop is Pura Luhur Uluwatu Hindu Temple, located on the edge of a high cliff. This temple is one of the nine main temples in Bali, which gives it special religious and cultural significance. It offers stunning views of the Indian Ocean, the waves of which crash against the cliff every now and then! We'll take a walk around the area and take lots of photos and videos

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    We will spend the afternoon on the coast of the same Indian Ocean. We are going to one of the most picturesque beaches on the island of Melasti. Here we will relax at the White Rock Beach Club. This is a stylish place with comfortable sun beds, an ocean-view pool, beach access and first-class service. We settle down, order drinks and food at a local restaurant. The warm rays of the sun, the sound of the waves, the pleasant music and the atmosphere of the club will help you relax and get the most out of your vacation.

    We return to the hotel in the evening after sunset. If you have the strength and desire, you can have a couple of cocktails while listening to live music in one of

    the bars nearby.
    Day 3. North of the island

    Today, the most interesting part of the tour begins: we leave the tourist area and set off to explore the far reaches of Bali.

    We have breakfast, check out of the hotel and move to the north of the island, but we will make two stops along the way.

    The first is the famous Jatiluwih rice terraces, which are striking in their beauty and scale. Here we will take a walk along one of the hiking trails, tell you a little bit about traditional rice cultivation methods, enjoy panoramic views of these picturesque landscapes and fully experience the atmosphere of Balinese rural life. By the way, the places here are extremely photogenic, so we'll have the opportunity to take amazing photos and videos

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    The next stop will be a traditional local fruit market located in the Bedugul mountain area. Here you can try exotic fruits you've never heard of before. We'll definitely take everything we like on the

    road.

    By the end of the day after sunset, we will reach our hotel, which is located in the northern part of the island on the Pacific coast. We check into our rooms and meet for dinner, where we will exchange experiences and discuss plans for the next day.


    Day 4. The highest waterfall

    New day, new adventures!

    After breakfast, we hop into our minibus and set off along the road wagging among mountain villages to the starting point of the trekking tour. A local guide, Ketut, will be waiting here to guide us to Sekumpul Falls, one of the island's most impressive natural wonders. This waterfall is the highest on the island and is famous for its beauty and power. It is located relatively far from civilization, so there are no crowds of tourists. The road to the waterfall is also very picturesque and runs through rice terraces, jungles and mountain rivers. There are other equally beautiful waterfalls nearby that we will definitely see too

    !

    After the trekking, you will have the opportunity to relax on the observation deck, where Ketut will treat us to coconuts or Balinese coffee, and everyone can try the local alcoholic drink - arak.

    In the afternoon, we'll head back to the hotel, where everyone can check the wishlist while still swimming in the Pacific Ocean.

    I suggest having dinner in one of the warungs, as the local small restaurants are called.

    Day 5. Transfer to the volcano

    Early in the morning, everyone can go on a traditional Balinese boat to search for dolphins. Everyone else sleeps sweetly until breakfast.

    After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and head deep into the island, to the village of Kintamani, which is located within the ruined crater of an ancient extinct volcano. The newly formed active Batur volcano rises in the center of the village. We can enjoy this impressive panorama of the valley by stopping by one of the spectacular restaurants where we can have

    lunch.

    We check into our hotel at the foot of the volcano, relax and swim in the pool. We go to bed early because we have to wake up before sunrise

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    Day 6. Sunrise at the top of the volcano

    Today is going to be a long day. At about three o'clock in the morning, a local guide will be waiting for us to hand out flashlights to everyone and go with him to the top of Batur, the sacred Balinese volcano. The entire journey along the slope of the volcano will take about 1.5 to 2 hours. By the way, those who are not confident in their abilities will have the opportunity to order a motorcycle taxi to the hotel for an additional fee, which will quickly take you almost to the top.

    Sitting at an altitude of 1717 m above sea level and warming up with hot coffee, we will watch the pre-dawn sky turn in the most incredible shades. You will gradually see a stunning panorama of Kintamani village, Lake Batur, neighboring mountains and even islands! As we watch the sun rise above the horizon, our guide will make us a light breakfast to help us regain strength after the ascent. After a little snack, we'll take a walk along the crater of the volcano and feed the hungry awakened monkeys, yes, they are also found here. The return trip to the hotel will take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

    We rest, check out and go to the central part of the island, immersed in the jungle - Ubud. We'll spend one night here. After check-in, you will have free time to spend by the pool, relax with a massage or go to the souvenir shops

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    Day 7. Nusa Penida Island. Kelingking Cliff

    We're leaving Bali today. After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and head to the port. About 40-50 minutes by speed boat and we are already on another island - Nusa Penida. This is a small island that has so far been changed much less than Bali by man and has retained its unique beauty. A transfer will be waiting for us at the port to go to the hotel, where we will spend the next two nights.

    We relax, have lunch at a picturesque local cafe immersed in the jungle and set off to the western part of the island. This is where Kelingking Cliff, one of the island's most famous and impressive sights, is located. This place attracts thousands of tourists with its breathtaking views and the unique shape of the rocks. The cliff jutting into the ocean resembles a giant tyrannosaurus rex lying by the water, which gave it the nickname T-Rex. It's hard to imagine that nature could do such a thing. The observation deck also offers a breathtaking view of the eponymous beach at the base of the cliff. We take lots of photos and videos and move on to a nearby, less touristy viewpoint, where you can quietly enjoy the sunset

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    Tired but happy, we return to the hotel late in the evening.

    Day 8. Nusa Penida Island. Diamond beach

    Today, after breakfast, we head to the eastern part of the island to see Diamond Beach, one of the most picturesque beaches. This place attracts attention with its crystal clear waters, white sand and picturesque cliffs that make you feel like you are in paradise. Everyone can go down to the beach via a staircase carved into the mountain. I must say right away that the descent is not the easiest!

    We will devote the afternoon to relaxing, which will probably already be so necessary. In addition, I know the perfect place - an oceanfront restaurant with panoramic views of Bali and its highest point, Mount Agung. We swim in the pool or ocean, sunbathe, eat, drink cocktails.

    We return to the hotel late in the evening.

    Day 9. Gili Trawangan Island

    The active part of the tour is over; I call the next part of the program a vacation. A two-hour speedboat ride from Nusa Penida Island are three tiny islands of Gili, often referred to as the Indonesian Maldives. A very atmospheric place ideal for a relaxing holiday.

    Our hotel is located on the largest and busiest of the three islands, Gili Trawangan. We will check in, then everyone will have free time. In the evening, we'll meet for dinner and enjoy another sunset. The most resilient will appreciate the island's nightlife, which Gili Trawangan is so popular

    for.
    Day 10. Gili Trawangan Island

    Today will be at your disposal! I only recommend spending it slowly and slowly, because the island's atmosphere will only contribute

    to this!

    Those interested will be able to swim with masks, because these places are rich in underwater life - corals, numerous colored fish and even turtles! Outdoor enthusiasts will be able to learn to surf. Those who had enough activities on the tour will be able to rent a bike and just ride around the island, exploring its beaches.

    We meet again in the evening to watch the sunset. Nightlife is optional as always

    !
    Day 11. We are going back to Bali

    In the morning we say goodbye to these paradise islands and return to Bali.

    There will be a long journey by boat and car. We'll check into the hotel in the afternoon. You will have free time to buy souvenirs, relax for a massage, and chill by the pool. In the evening, we'll get together for the final dinner, where we'll remember the most memorable moments

    of the tour, which was really intense.
    Day 12. We fly away

    The saddest day of the tour has come. We all still have breakfast together in the morning. We pack our bags and say goodbye. I hope to see you again on one of my next tours

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    See you soon!

    Exertion Level
    Medium
    Activities within the same location or change of several locations during the route, infrastructure-developed locations, periodic outings to nature.
    A comment from the tour leader
    The minimum number of participants in the tour group is 4 people. An individual tour is also possible - all details can be discussed by writing to me.

    Conditions

    Included
    • accommodation in all hotels included in the tour program (double rooms with all amenities);
    • breakfast at the hotel;
    • transfer from the airport to the hotel and back (the hotel provided for by the program);
    • transportation during excursions included in the tour program;
    • transportation during transfers between hotels;
    • boat to Nusa Penida and Gili islands and back;
    • one day tour to Nusa Penida;
    • fuel costs;
    • entrance tickets to excursions planned by the tour program;
    • guide while trekking to the waterfall;
    • guide when climbing the volcano;
    • my support during the whole tour.
    Not included
    • flight (to buy a ticket, we choose the destination Denpasar; in case of difficulties, I am always ready to help you find the best flight);
    • lunches and dinners;
    • single accommodation in hotel rooms (this must be notified in advance);
    • taxis for unplanned trips;
    • snorkeling on Nusa Penida and Gili islands, entrance ticket to the Monkey Forest;
    • a deposit to the beach club, which we visit on the second day of the tour;
    • visa;
    • insurance covering Covid-19 treatment costs.

    Allocation

    We live in several hotels, Hotel 3*, Hotels 4*, Bungalow, Guesthouse
    Comfort
    Upscale
    Consists of establishments that provide high levels of service and amenities.

    Accommodation

    Double

    Important information

    Guest requirements

    These will not be requirements, but wishes, according to which you will spend your time on the tour as comfortably as possible:

    you love outdoor activities;

    you feel great in a group with unfamiliar tourists;

    you understand that the service in Southeast Asia does not always correspond to the European one.

    Visa
    You can enter the country with a visa on arrival (Voa), which is paid and placed right at the airport. Its cost is $35.
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    Rating 5.0
    24 reviews
    Our trip from March 1 to March 12, 2026 was a truly unforgettable vacation! Many thanks to Ivan for the rich and carefully thought-out program, beautiful locations, luxury hotels and the warm atmosphere in the group. My husband and I were absolutely thrilled!
    I would especially like to highlight the hotels: each of them turned out to be incredibly authentic and had its own flavor. It is clear that Ivan puts his heart and soul into the organization — throughout the tour we felt cared for and comfortable at every stage.
    This journey was like a little life for my husband and me: new places, vivid emotions and heartfelt conversations. I would also like to thank Vanya for the wonderful photos and videos — they were a great addition to our memories and helped us preserve the highlights of the trip.
    We heartily recommend this tour! We will be happy to come back to Ivan for new experiences.
    So what can I say? Vanya makes quality. Starting with well-chosen locations that allow you to view Bali and neighboring islands from different angles. Logistics without a hitch. Additional wishes and requests are easily met within reason. Great local guides who talk a lot and interestingly about culture, language and nature, all with humor (Pryuet, Mucha). Hotels have also been selected that are as comfortable as possible. Ending with a number of surprise locations. Well, Bali's nature is gorgeous - but Vanya didn't do his best:) But thanks for showing us this nature, it was basco;)

    It was one of the best trips ever, all thanks to the perfect combination of a well-thought-out itinerary, a comfortable pace and an incredible atmosphere!

    Hotels and meals:
    The hotels were selected at the highest level — comfortable and cozy. Breakfast was included in all hotels. A separate level of buzz is when you don't have to worry about anything, and you are simply pampered with comfort.

    Organization and guide:
    Special thanks to Vanya — he was not just a guide, but a true travel wizard! He had a flexible approach to the route, took into account all the group's wishes and even made changes along the way — visiting places that were not originally on the route. Vanya, thanks to your attention to detail, flexibility and sense of the moment, we managed to see both iconic natural sights and amazing places that guidebooks won't mention.

    I would like to say special thanks for your help in solving organizational and everyday issues throughout the entire route.

    Safety:
    It was safe during the whole trip. Not a single incident, everything is clear, calm and reliable.

    The balance of rest and activity:
    The balance was perfectly maintained: there was both active time (walks, excursions, adventures) and enough time for a personal vacation, just enjoying the moment.

    Initially I thought I would go on a regular standard tour... But it turned out to be something unreal! This wasn't just a voyage—it was a true story.
    We visited Ivan on a tour to Bali from December 14 to December 25, 2025. The tour offers the best combination of activity and beach holidays! We saw the beauty of the jungle and wild beaches, enjoyed the tranquility on the rice terraces, felt the power of waterfalls, climbed to the top of the volcano, learned the nature of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, met their inhabitants, and swam with turtles! There was also time for carefree relaxation on the ocean shore. In a nutshell, we had an unforgettable vacation! We would also like to note the friendly atmosphere and caring attitude on the part of Ivan! All our wishes and requests were taken into account, and he did everything to make our stay as comfortable as possible!
    It is difficult to put into words the emotions we experienced during this journey.
    I agree with all the reviews written earlier, it's a complete delight!
    Ivan is a great person and a good organizer. Everything is thought out to the smallest detail, excellent logistics in a comfortable car. We went all over the island and saw even more than we expected. The weather sometimes made adjustments, but that didn't stop you from admiring the magical islands. Nature and its inhabitants are a complete delight.
    Luxury hotels, all different, but with their own atmosphere. The food is varied and very tasty.
    My special love is Gili Island (Trawangan Island), where you can hang out endlessly, admiring the underwater world, turtles and corals.
    Bike rides around the island and amazing sunsets 🌅
    Gorgeous ocean views, waterfalls, volcanoes, rice terraces and, of course, the people we met during the tour will always be remembered)
    We just got back from an unforgettable trip yesterday, and today we already miss our trip, the wonderful guide Ivan, who asked us to call him a friend, but in the end we felt like his friends, even relatives, whom Ivan looked after and cared for as much as if we were visiting him!
    Vanya, thank you for the great sunsets, for the best hotels with the best views, for relaxing in the beach club, the sunrise on the volcano, for the songs, the get-togethers and dances...
    Everything was great! All cafes and restaurants, all views, all excursions, talks, songs, dances.
    My husband and I are absolutely thrilled with this journey.
    And the photos that Ivan takes simply because he saw a beautiful shot are better than any photo shoot!
    Super positive, positive, easy, helpful, finding time for everyone in the group, even when he's tired of answering the same question for the 10th time, arranging everything at his best, fulfilling my every whim — this is all about our now friend Ivan!
    It was a great trip. Initially, I didn't have any special expectations in Bali, as I knew that I would hardly be able to swim in the ocean. BUT this tour includes the most interesting and top places that are definitely worth visiting! This was my first experience of a group tour with single occupancy, plus I've never booked tours on this site, but I definitely recommend it to solo travelers and couples who want to get the most out of nature and beautiful places in Indonesia.
    The tour is well organized in terms of timing (wish all the group members were just as organized), and local guides left the best memories (driver, guides at the waterfall and volcano). I would like to acknowledge the work of our leader Vanya, who tries to find an approach to each participant (p.s. and if you are planning a trip with him and love singing karaoke, you will definitely find additional leisure time together).
    There were absolutely no crowds of tourists in November, and this was very encouraging.
    The hotels were beautiful, some authentic and Balinese-style, with all the amenities in the bath.
    Therefore, if you are afraid to travel alone, do not plan to take a bike (which is very dangerous and costs you to think about yourself 1000 times), you need company and a well-organized travel program, then book this tour. You can also always stay on the island for a couple of days after the tour
    Two weeks of this incredible journey flew by like a blink of an eye! And the memories and emotions of the trip still haunt us. Vanya managed to combine extreme activities in one tour, such as climbing a volcano or descending a picturesque beach up a cliff staircase with a beach vacation. The tour was designed in such a way that active days alternated into quieter ones so that there was an opportunity to relax. We traveled all over Bali from south to north and back, and we were able to see and enjoy Nusa Penida and Gili. Stunning sunsets, cliffs, beaches, the ocean, city streets and local shops and delicious food are what I will be dreaming about for a long time to come.
    Special thanks to Vanya for his company and support! It was equally exciting and fun with him to take difficult routes and dance and sing in bars in the evenings. See you on new trips!
    This is the end of the most interesting, unusual, intense and impressive vacation I've had to date. I'm not going to spoiler or tell you specifics about the tour, because I don't want to deprive the next tourists of absolutely sincere “WOW!!”.
    This was my first trip through Utravel and, frankly speaking, it was a little scary — how everything would be organized, whether there would be any deception and other doubts.
    However, the organization of the tour exceeded all expectations. Only now, after looking at the whole trip, did I realize what a titanic job Ivan had done. The tour organization is just perfect: all locations have great hotels, all hotels, when needed, checked in ahead of check-in time, didn't have to wait anywhere, an incredible number of transfers that also went smoothly. There are no unpleasant surprises anywhere. Everything is strictly in accordance with the agreements, however, there were also pleasant bonuses above the agreements.
    As for the moral situation, Ivan managed to create a friendly atmosphere in our team, in which only 2 out of 7 girls had previously met. On the one hand, I could not help feeling that Ivan was not a guide, but a friend living in another country, with whom it was easy, positive and pleasant to spend a vacation. On the other hand, he surrounded us with absolute care, professionally solved all our issues with knowledge of the country and tried to create us maximum comfort and satisfaction.
    The tour has a certain level of physical activity, and you must be prepared for this not only mentally, but also physically, as well as having the right clothes. For example, for a comfortable stay at the waterfalls, bring flip flops or other rubber shoes that will fit on your foot; it is better to go there in comfortable shoes, not in flip-flops. Wear normal trekking shoes to climb the volcano. I wore sketchers and they were full of small stones, which made me uncomfortable.
    In addition to physical activity, we had time to relax, to eat and dance in the evenings.
    Thank you Ivan for a wonderful vacation, and I hope to visit other interesting places with you.


    Awesome tour! Everything has been thought out to the smallest detail. I would like to express my deep gratitude to Ivan for a great author tour! He showed us the most beautiful and unforgettable places on the islands.He told us a lot of interesting facts and answered all our questions.He was attentive, caring and patient with a company of seven girls 🙈. Hotels on the route, one better than the other. It was the most vivid and emotional tour of my life!