17 days in Bali & Gili Trawangan Itinerary

Formerly a sleepy fishing village, the beach resort town of Kuta now represents one of Indonesia's most popular tourist destinations.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Geger Beach Nusa Dua Bali and Blue Point Beach. You'll get in some beach time at Kuta Beach - Bali and Karma Beach Bali. There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Balangan Beach, look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour, and wander the streets of Kuta Square.

To see ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Kuta trip itinerary planning website.

Melbourne, Australia to Kuta is an approximately 9-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Melbourne to Kuta. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Melbourne in February: high temperatures in Kuta hover around 36°C and lows are around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can drive to Pemuteran.

The small fishing village of Pemuteran, just off the west coast of Bali, has become a popular tourism destination among domestic and international visitors for its scenic, pristine beaches and vibrant local community.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, then hunt for treasures at Seririt Market, and then admire the sheer force of Aling-Aling Waterfall. On the 5th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the gorgeous colors at Menjangan Island and then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Pemuteran trip itinerary planning website.

Traveling by car from Kuta to Pemuteran takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Tulamben.

The small, otherwise unassuming fishing village of Tulamben draws scores of tourists every year as the site of a sunken U.S. cargo ship.

Get in touch with nature at USS Liberty Shipwreck and Les Waterfall Yeh Mempeh. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Bali Volcano Trekking and Surya Indigo. It doesn't end there: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Tulamben route planner.

Traveling by car from Pemuteran to Tulamben takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In March in Tulamben, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 27°C at night. On the 8th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Gili Trawangan.

An island holiday in Gili Trawangan offers access to the largest of the three Gili Islands located off the main coast of Lombok.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, then identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, and then have some family-friendly fun at Gili Golf & Bar. On your second day here, look for gifts at Casa Vintage Store and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To see ratings, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Gili Trawangan trip planner.

Traveling by combination of taxi and ferry from Tulamben to Gili Trawangan takes 3 hours. In March, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Ubud.

Experience small-town Bali in Ubud, an atmospheric town surrounded by small settlements, farms, and rice paddies.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Sat): take in the pleasant sights at Campuhan Ridge Walk, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then stroll through Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. Keep things going the next day: explore the fascinating underground world of Elephant Cave, then stroll through Mason Elephant Park, and then don't miss a visit to Tegalalang Rice Terrace.

To find maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Ubud road trip planning website.

Traveling by combination of ferry and taxi from Gili Trawangan to Ubud takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. In March, daily temperatures in Ubud can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Denpasar.

A trip to Denpasar takes visitors to the capital of Bali and the gateway to the island.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Le Mayeur Museum and then stroll through Cemara Beach. On the 14th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Pantai Sanur.

For other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, read Denpasar road trip planning tool.

Getting from Ubud to Denpasar by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Denpasar can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can fly back home.