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Kuta
— 3 nights
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Ubud
— 10 nights
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Kuta
— 3 nights

Formerly a sleepy fishing village, the beach resort town of Kuta now represents one of Indonesia's most popular tourist destinations.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kuta: Uluwatu Temple (in Pecatu) and Tanah Lot Temple (in Beraban). Next up on the itinerary: cool off at Waterbom Bali, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, explore the world behind art at Purpa Fine Art Gallery Seminyak, and look for gifts at Ketut Art Shop 14.
For where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Kuta day trip planning site.
Sydney, Australia to Kuta is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Sydney to Kuta due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Sydney in March, with highs in Kuta at 36°C and lows at 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Ubud.
Things to do in Kuta
Side Trips
Ubud
— 10 nights

Experience small-town Bali in Ubud, an atmospheric town surrounded by small settlements, farms, and rice paddies.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ubud: Abandoned Bedugul Hotel (in Bedugul), Ulun Danu Beratan Temple (in Tabanan) and Mt Batur (in Kintamani). There's still lots to do: stroll through Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, take in the spiritual surroundings of Tirta Empul Temple, make a trip to Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and take in the exciting artwork at Five Art Studio.
For maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Ubud attractions planning site.
Traveling by car from Kuta to Ubud takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March in Ubud, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 29°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 20th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling home.
Things to do in Ubud
Side Trips
Highlights from your trip
Bali travel guide
Island of the Gods
A province of Indonesia, the island of Bali remains one of the world's top tourist destinations thanks to its beaches, diving spots, and resorts. Take a trip to Bali to discover the island's smiling and famously hospitable locals--perhaps the biggest treasure of this tropical paradise. More than just another fun-in-the-sun getaway, Bali also reveals a rich history and varied geography of mountains, rugged coastal areas, sandy beaches, thriving rice terraces, and stark volcanic hillsides that seem transported from another planet. A Bali tour uncovers some of the world's best surfing spots, as well as a deeply spiritual local culture and globally significant archeological attractions.