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4 days in Bali

A realistic day-by-day plan with start times, how long to allow, and travel estimates between stops.

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This 4-day plan covers Ubud, Tegallalang Rice Terraces, Balinese Cooking Class, Mount Batur Sunrise Trek and more. It starts around 9am, keeps two main things per day with a proper lunch, and leaves the evening for food or a show. Travel times are estimates from the distance between stops.

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Day 1

Ubud, Tegallalang Rice Terraces & more

  1. 09:00

    Ubud & Tegallalang Rice Terraces

    4 h

    Go early to see the terraces before the crowds and the swings. Take small cash for temple donations.

  2. 12:30

    Lunch

    Walk a couple of streets away from the main sight – prices drop and quality rises.

  3. 14:00

    ↓ About 25 min by metro or taxi

    Tegallalang Rice Terraces

    2 h

    Go early to avoid the crowds, and wear shoes with grip.

  4. 19:00

    ↓ About 25 min by metro or taxi

    Balinese Cooking Class

    3 h

    Morning classes include the market visit, which is the best part.

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Day 2

Mount Batur Sunrise Trek, Uluwatu Temple & more

  1. 09:00

    Mount Batur Sunrise Trek

    3 h

    It is cold at the summit and the trail is steep and rocky. A guide is compulsory.

  2. 12:30

    Lunch

    Walk a couple of streets away from the main sight – prices drop and quality rises.

  3. 14:00

    Uluwatu Temple & Kecak Dance

    3 h

    Watch for monkeys, which steal sunglasses and phones. Arrive early to get a seat for the dance.

  4. 19:00

    Kecak Fire Dance at Uluwatu

    1 h 30 min

    Arrive early for a good seat.

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Day 3

Explore Bali

  1. 09:00

    Morning in Ubud

    Rice terraces, temples, yoga and art, in the cultural heart of the island.

  2. 12:30

    Lunch

    Walk a couple of streets away from the main sight – prices drop and quality rises.

  3. 14:00

    Afternoon in Canggu

    Surf beaches, cafés and a young expat scene.

  4. 19:30

    Dinner

    Book ahead if you want a specific restaurant, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings.

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Day 4

Day trip: Nusa Penida Day Trip

  1. 08:30

    Nusa Penida Day Trip

    Full day

    Roads on the island are rough and steep, and the sea can be choppy, so people prone to seasickness should take care.

  2. 19:00

    Evening back in Bali

    Dinner near your hotel. After a full day out, keep the evening easy.

The route on a map

Pins follow the order of the plan. Click a pin for details.

Best time to visit Bali

The most comfortable months with manageable crowds are Apr, May, Jun, Oct. These are broad seasonal patterns, not forecasts.

  1. Jan
    Wet season
    Crowds: busy
  2. Feb
    Wet season
    Crowds: busy
  3. Mar
    Wet season
    Crowds: busy
  4. Apr
    Warm
    Crowds: busy
  5. May
    Warm
    Crowds: busy
  6. Jun
    Warm
    Crowds: busy
  7. Jul
    Warm
    Crowds: peak
  8. Aug
    Warm
    Crowds: peak
  9. Sep
    Warm
    Crowds: peak
  10. Oct
    Warm
    Crowds: busy
  11. Nov
    Wet season
    Crowds: busy
  12. Dec
    Wet season
    Crowds: peak

Best months Peak crowds and harsh weatherBars show how busy it is: taller means more visitors.

4-day Bali questions

Is 4 days enough for Bali?

Five to seven days. This plan fits the main sights into 4 days at a comfortable pace, with a lunch break each day.

Can I change the order of the days?

Yes. Group days by neighbourhood if your hotel is far from a sight, and swap any day if opening hours (many museums close one day a week) or the weather requires it.

What should I book before I go?

Book Uluwatu Temple, Nusa Penida Day Trip first – they use timed entry or sell out.