Quick Guide to 4 Days in Bali, Indonesia

Quick Guide to 4 Days in Bali, Indonesia

Getting Around:

I didn’t do much research for my trip to Bali. Life kinda got in the way so I left my planning to my driver, Wayan. He drove us around for 2 full days and charged us IDK 1,200,000 or $84USD for the 2 days. The other days, we walked around the busy city of Ubud.

We spent most of our time in Ubud and the traffic is ridiculous. Driving around gave me anxiety due to the lack of traffic lights, no lanes, and countless cars and motor bikes weaving in and out. If you’re not use to the traffic, hire yourself a driver. There are taxis and motor bikes for hire in every corner in Ubud.

Bali also has an Uber-like service called Grab or Go-Jek. These apps are different than Uber in the sense that you get to bargain with your driver. I find that Grab and Go-Jek are not as reliable as Uber but if you have patience and time, Grab and Go-Jek may be another great option for you.

Language:

Balinese and Indonesian are the primary languages in Bali but English can be heard though all the touristy areas.

Common phrases:

  • Thank you – Terima Kasih
  • You’re welcome – Sama- Sama
  • How are you? – Apa Kabar?

What To Eat:

Noodles and fried rice can be found all over the country and are serve for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I found the food to be a tad spicy so be careful if you’re not used to hot foods.

Currency:

$1 = IDR 14,165

€1 = IDR 15,499

£1 = IDR 17,410

¥1 = IDR 131

Hotel:

I booked 4 nights at Puri Anyar Heritage. The hotel is located in the heart of Ubud. This hotel is only IDR 368,281 (or $26USD) a night and is a mini escape from the bustling city of Bali. The deluxe room includes daily breakfast served on your front porch. Your breakfast options includes a traditional Indonesian breakfast (fried noodles, fruits, juice) or a westernized breakfast (eggs, fruits, juice). My only complaint about this place is that there are no shelves in the bathroom to store your toiletries but other than that, I would recommend staying here.


 

Itinerary:

Day Date To See/To Do To Eat
1 Aug. 10, 2018 1. Arrive in Bali, Depensar to Bali

  • Transportation: $300,000
Dinner: Tropical Seafood & Grill 

  • Ordered: Mie Goreng Kampung – fried egg noodle dish with chicken and veggies with 2 chicken satay skewers (IDR 57,000), Bihun Goreng – vegetarian with tofu skewers (IDR 58,000), spring rolls (IDR 39,000), cocktail (79,000)
2 Aug. 11, 2018 1. Barong & Kris Dane: Traditional Balinese Dance

→ 97V4+G8X, Jl. Pura Puseh, Batubulan, Kec. Sukawati, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80582, Indonesia

  • Cost: $100,000
  • Traditional Balinese dance drama. 

2. Butuan Temple

→ C79G+37, Jl. Raya Batuan, Batuan, Kec. Sukawati, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80582, Indonesia

  • Cost: 10,000
  • Balinese Hindu Temple

3. Jambe Asri: Swing and Luwak Coffee

Jl. Pura Dalem Tegal Tamu, Batubulan, Kec. Sukawati, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80582, Indonesia

  • Costs: Coffee (297,250 ($20)). Swing (125,000)
  • Luwak coffee tasting. 

4. Tagallalang Rice Terrace

→ Jl. Raya Tegallalang, Tegallalang, Kec. Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561, Indonesia

  • Cost: Donations
  • Rice Terrace that is a part of the UNESCO Heritage Site.

5. Waterfall Tegenungan Village

→ Kemenuh, Sukawati, Gianyar Regency, Bali, Indonesia

  • Cost: 15,000
  • A waterfall that is located in the jungles. 

6. Yeh Pulu Spa

→ Jl. Suweta No.5, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia

  • Cost: Swedish Massage (120,000)
Lunch: Batur Sari Restaurant

→ Penelokan Main Rd, Central Batur, Kintamani, Bangli Regency, Bali 80652, Indonesia

  • Ordered: Buffet (225,000)

Dinner: Mumbul

→ F7V6+H85, Gg. Beji, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia

3 Aug. 12, 2018 1. Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK)

→ Uluwatu St, Ungasan, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80364, Indonesia

  • Cost: 125,000
  • Cultural Park

2. Nasa Dua Beach

  • Calm beach that is not packed with tourists

3. Uluwatu Temple

Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia

  • Cost: 30,000
  • Balinese Hindu Temple located by the sea. 
Lunch: Viky Warung & Bar

Jl. Mamo, Pecatu, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia

4 Aug. 13, 2018 1. Yeh Pulu Spa

→ Jl. Suweta No.5, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia

  • Swedish Massage and facial (175,000)

2. Shopping

3. Monkey Forest (Closed)

Lunch: Nomad 

→ Jl. Raya Ubud No.35, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia

Click on dates for the full itinerary.

 

Expenses for 4 Days:

*Does not include personal shopping expenses.

Type Costs (Foreign Currency) Costs (USD)
Hotel 1,784,748 $114.22
Transportation to/from Bali Airport 600,000 $38.40
Private Driver 1,200,000 $76.80
Guide Tip 240,000 $15.36
Activities 4,000,000 $256.00
Food/Drinks 1,500,000 $96.00
Other 1,200,000 $76.80
  Total in USD: 673.58
Per Person: $336.79