In-Depth Bali Round-Island Tour
Circle Bali from the north, northwest, and east to Ubud, taking in mountain lakes, coral reefs, volcanoes, and rice terraces.
Travel from the south up to the central highlands, descend to the north coast, head west to Pemuteran for a boat trip to Menjangan Island, then drive east along the north coast to Amed, and continue through Sidemen to Ubud, finishing in Uluwatu. Perfect for second-time visitors or those with plenty of time. This route involves multiple hotel changes but avoids backtracking. There is almost no public transport in the east and north, so hiring a chartered car or driving yourself is highly recommended.
Mountain roads can be slippery during the rainy season, and snorkeling visibility at Menjangan is poorer; the dry season offers a much better experience.
Day by day
Day 1 · Arrive in Canggu and Seminyak
South & Central Bali（Seminyak、Canggu）
Drive from the airport to Seminyak (approx. 40 mins). Head to Canggu in the evening to watch the sunset.
Stay: Seminyak
Day 2 · Rice Terraces and Mountain Lakes to Munduk
South & Central Bali（Pura Taman Ayun、Jatiluwih Rice Terraces、Pura Ulun Danu Beratan、Handara Gate）
Drive via Taman Ayun and Jatiluwih to Lake Beratan, then continue to Munduk (approx. 4 hours in total).
Stay: Munduk
Day 3 · Munduk Hike and on to Pemuteran
Munduk → Pemuteran & Menjangan Island（Brahmavihara-Arama、Banjar Hot Springs）
Stroll around the village in the morning. In the afternoon, drive via Banjar to Pemuteran (approx. 2.5 hours).
Stay: Pemuteran Village
Day 4 · Snorkeling or Diving at Menjangan Island
Pemuteran & Menjangan Island（Menjangan Island）
Drive to Banyuwedang Port (approx. 30 mins), take a boat to the island (approx. 30 mins), and return after lunch.
Menjangan is part of a national park; you must visit with an authorized guide and boatman.
Stay: Pemuteran Village
Day 5 · West Bali National Park and Turtle Hatchery
Pemuteran & Menjangan Island（West Bali National Park、Reef Seen Turtle Project、Pemuteran Biorock）
Drive into the park in the morning (approx. 30 mins) for a guided walk. Spend the afternoon in the village.
Solo hiking is not allowed in the national park; you must be accompanied by a park ranger.
Stay: Pemuteran Village
Day 6 · Along the North Coast to Lovina
Pemuteran & Menjangan Island（Pura Pulaki） → South & Central Bali（Lovina Beach）
Drive from Pemuteran along the coastal highway to Lovina, about 47 km (approx. 1–1.5 hours).
Stay: Lovina
Day 7 · Sekumpul Waterfall and on to Amed
South & Central Bali（Sekumpul Waterfall） → East Bali（Amed Coast）
Drive from Lovina to the waterfall (approx. 1 hour), then follow the north coast highway to Amed (approx. 2.5 hours).
There are many steps down to the waterfall; the trail may be closed after heavy rain.
Stay: Amed
Day 8 · Tulamben Shipwreck and Amed Coast
East Bali（Tulamben、Lahangan Sweet）
Drive from Amed to Tulamben, about 15 km (approx. 25 mins). Return to Amed in the afternoon.
The dive site is best visited early in the morning; the shipwreck is very close to the shore.
Stay: Amed
Day 9 · Gates of Heaven and Water Palace to Sidemen
East Bali（Pura Lempuyang (Gates of Heaven)、Tirta Gangga、Sidemen Valley）
Drive to Lempuyang Temple early in the morning (approx. 40 mins), then head via Tirta Gangga Water Palace to Sidemen (approx. 2 hours).
The queue for photos at the Gates of Heaven can be very long; arriving early in the morning is recommended.
Stay: Sidemen Valley
Day 10 · Mother Temple and Klungkung to Ubud
South & Central Bali（Pura Besakih、Klungkung Palace (Kertha Gosa)、Goa Gajah）
Drive from Sidemen to Besakih Mother Temple (approx. 40 mins), then head via Klungkung to Ubud (approx. 1.5 hours).
Stay: Ubud
Day 11 · Ubud Campuhan Ridge Walk and Tirta Empul
South & Central Bali（Campuhan Ridge Walk、Ubud Palace & Ubud Art Market、Tirta Empul Temple、Tegallalang Rice Terraces）
Walk the ridge path in the morning. In the afternoon, hire a car to visit Tirta Empul and the rice terraces (approx. 1 hour of driving time).
Stay: Ubud
Day 12 · Uluwatu Sunset and Depart
South & Central Bali（Uluwatu Temple）
Drive from Ubud to Uluwatu Temple (approx. 1.5–2 hours), then head to the airport in the evening (approx. 1 hour).
It is best to book a late-night flight; otherwise, move this sightseeing to the morning.