Ubud, Gili Trawangan and Uluwatu Group Trip
Duration
8 Days 7 Nights
Pickup
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), Bali
Drop
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), Bali
Type
International (long-haul)
Overview & Highlights
This group trip pairs Bali's green heart with the car-free Gili Islands. You begin in Ubud with rice terraces, the holy spring of Tirta Empul and Mount Batur at Kintamani. A fast boat then takes you to Gili Trawangan for three nights of white sand, clear water and an island-hopping snorkelling trip. You return to Bali for two nights at Uluwatu, where cliff-top views and sunset at the sea temple finish the journey. Your trip captain travels with the group, and Indian meal options are available on request.
- Tegalalang rice terraces, Tirta Empul and the Mount Batur viewpoint
- Fast boat from Bali to Gili Trawangan, where there are no motorised vehicles
- Snorkelling trip to Gili Meno and Gili Air, with a chance to see sea turtles
- Free time for beaches and sunsets on Gili Trawangan
- Uluwatu Temple on its sea cliff, with a Kecak fire dance performance
- Padang Padang Beach on the Bukit peninsula
- Trip captain throughout and Indian meal options on request
Itinerary
1Day 1: Arrival in Bali | Transfer to Ubud
- Arrive at Ngurah Rai International Airport, where you are met and transferred to Ubud.
- Check in at your hotel and freshen up.
- Meet your trip captain and fellow travellers for a short briefing.
- Spend the evening at leisure in Ubud.
- Overnight stay in Ubud.
2Day 2: Tegalalang | Tirta Empul | Kintamani
- After breakfast, visit the Tegalalang rice terraces for the morning light.
- Continue to Tirta Empul, a temple known for its holy spring.
- Drive up to Kintamani for views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur.
- Return to Ubud in the afternoon.
- Overnight stay in Ubud.
3Day 3: Fast Boat to Gili Trawangan
- After breakfast, check out and drive east to Padang Bai harbour.
- Take the fast boat to Gili Trawangan, a crossing of around two hours depending on conditions.
- Luggage is carried to the hotel by horse cart, as the island has no motorised vehicles.
- Check in and spend the rest of the day on the beach.
- Overnight stay on Gili Trawangan.
4Day 4: Gili Snorkelling Trip
- After breakfast, join a boat trip to Gili Meno and Gili Air with snorkelling equipment provided.
- Swim over coral and look out for sea turtles, subject to conditions.
- Return to Gili Trawangan in the afternoon.
- Watch the sunset from the west coast of the island.
- Overnight stay on Gili Trawangan.
5Day 5: Free Day on Gili Trawangan
- Enjoy a full day at leisure after breakfast.
- Cycle around the island, relax on the beach or try optional diving or snorkelling at your own cost.
- Meet your trip captain in the evening for a group sunset.
- Overnight stay on Gili Trawangan.
6Day 6: Back to Bali | Uluwatu
- After breakfast, check out and take the fast boat back to Padang Bai.
- Drive south to the Bukit peninsula and check in at your hotel in Uluwatu.
- Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy the clifftop sunsets.
- Overnight stay in Uluwatu.
7Day 7: Padang Padang Beach | Uluwatu Temple
- After breakfast, spend the morning at Padang Padang Beach or relax at the hotel.
- In the late afternoon, visit Uluwatu Temple on its cliff above the Indian Ocean.
- Watch a Kecak fire dance performance at sunset.
- Share a farewell evening with the group.
- Overnight stay in Uluwatu.
8Day 8: Departure from Bali
- Enjoy breakfast and check out of the hotel.
- Transfer to Ngurah Rai International Airport for your flight home.
Weather, road conditions and safety may require changes to the itinerary.
Inclusions
- 7 nights hotel stay on twin sharing: 2 nights in Ubud, 3 nights on Gili Trawangan and 2 nights in Uluwatu
- Daily breakfast
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- Air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
- Fast boat tickets between Bali and Gili Trawangan, return, on sharing basis
- Gili Meno and Gili Air snorkelling boat trip with equipment
- Luggage transfer by horse cart on Gili Trawangan
- Kecak fire dance performance ticket at Uluwatu
- Entry tickets for the sights listed in the itinerary
- Trip captain accompanying the group
- Indian meal options on request
- Assistance from our travel experts
Exclusions
- International and domestic airfare
- Visa fees and processing
- Travel insurance
- Lunches, dinners and other meals not mentioned
- Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and porterage
- Optional activities such as diving and spa treatments
- Bali tourism levy or local taxes payable where applicable
- Anything not listed under inclusions
- GST and TCS as applicable
Other Info
Must carry
- Passport and visa copies
- Return flight tickets
- Copy of travel insurance
- Forex or international card, and some cash for the Gili Islands
- Power adapter (Type C or F, 230V)
- Swimwear, a light towel and reef-safe sunscreen
- Hat and sunglasses
- Modest clothing for temple visits
- Sturdy walking shoes or sandals with grip
- Motion sickness tablets if you are prone to sea sickness
Notes
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel
- Standard hotel check-in is around 2 pm and check-out around 12 noon
- The order of the itinerary may change with weather, road, flight or operational conditions without reducing the sights covered
- Rates and availability are confirmed at the time of booking
- Cancellation and refund are as per our Terms & Conditions
- This is a group departure that runs on minimum numbers, and a trip captain accompanies the group
- Fast boat crossings depend on sea conditions and can be rescheduled for safety; please carry a small bag for the boat days
- Snorkelling needs basic comfort in water; life jackets are available
- Cover shoulders and knees at temples; a sarong may be required
- Monkeys live around Uluwatu Temple; keep sunglasses, phones and bags secure
See our Terms & Conditions for payment and cancellation rules.