Bali & Lombok Island Discovery
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Discover the diverse landscapes of Bali and Lombok on this 12-day tour from Sidemen to Sanur. Begin in the rice terraces of Sidemen, trekking past hand-built irrigation channels and cascading water between working paddy fields, with the option to explore East Bali's Gate of Heaven temple or the cultural sights of Ubud. Continue by boat to Lombok, where the Sasak villages of Banyumulek and Sukarare reveal traditional pottery and weaving, before reaching the unspoiled sands of Tanjung Aan. The tour then crosses back to Bali, settling into the relaxed coastal town of Sanur, with its long beach and easy access to nearby islands.
For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more.
Tour Overview
Duration
12 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
DenpasarEnds
DenpasarMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Indonesia that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
A local guide is included for some of the excursionsCountry
IndonesiaMeals Included
Breakfast: 11, Lunch: 2Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Travel Style
Private Tours
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
These ratings are a general guide and may vary from tour to tour.
Tour Guide
A local guide is included for some of the excursionsGroup Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursPassengers
R 33 105,00
R 10 922,00
Tour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Bali
Once you have arrived at Bali Ngurah Rai Airport, you are met by your driver for the transfer to Sidemen, a rice-growing valley in the hills of East Bali, around an hour from Ubud.
The rest of the day is yours to settle into your accommodation and take in the surrounding countryside, with its lush terraces and mountain scenery.
Please note: Pick-up time from the airport is 12 pm, with a maximum waiting time of 120 minutes.
Day 2 - Rice Terrace Trekking Experience
This morning, you set off on a trek through Sidemen's rice terraces, following the hand-built irrigation channels and dammed streams that carry water across the tiered paddy fields.
Along the way, you pass waterfalls and small weirs that divide the flow between farmers, gaining an insight into the traditional farming methods still used in the valley today.
Please note: The trek departs from the hotel lobby.
Day 3 - Free Day with Optional Excursions
Today is left free to relax at your accommodation, with two full-day optional excursions available if you would like to explore further.
One option takes you to the Gate of Heaven temple in East Bali, followed by the Tirta Gangga Water Garden and Ujung Water Palace, with views from Asah Hill and a stroll along White Sand Beach looking out towards Lombok.
Alternatively, you could spend the day in Ubud, visiting the ARMA Museum, the Monkey Forest, the Royal Palace and Ubud Market, followed by a Balinese massage treatment and an evening Legong dance performance.
Please note: Both excursions are available at an additional cost, and only one can be booked per day.
Day 4 - Crossing to Lombok
After breakfast, you are picked up from your accommodation and driven to Padang Bai Harbour for the boat crossing to Lombok.
Check-in for the boat takes place between 9:30 am and 10 am, with departure at 10:30 am, arriving into Bangsal Harbour at around 12:45 pm. From here, you are transferred to your accommodation in Senggigi.
Please note: The boat crossing covers transfer only between Padang Bai Harbour and Senggigi - pick-ups outside this area may incur an extra charge.
Day 5 - Explore Sasak Villages & Kuta Lombok
This morning, you visit the pottery village of Banyumulek, where local women demonstrate traditional pottery-making techniques, before continuing to Sukarare to see the village's hand-weaving of songket, ikat and sarong cloths, a craft passed down through generations of local families.
From here, you continue to Ende village, known for its traditional houses with buffalo-dung floors, before lunch at a local restaurant in the New Kuta Mandalika area.
In the afternoon, you visit Tanjung Aan, one of Lombok's most scenic beaches, with a short trek up Merese Hills for panoramic views over the Indian Ocean. You return to your accommodation by a traditional horse-cart (cidomo) transfer.
Please note: Merese Hill is a short trek of roughly 15-20 minutes and is weather dependent.
Day 6 - Discover Senggigi at Leisure
Today is free for you to relax in Senggigi, with time to enjoy the beach or explore the town's restaurants and shops.
If you would like to venture further, a boat trip to the Gili Islands is a popular option from here, known for their white-sand beaches.
Day 7 - Enjoy Free Time in Senggigi
A second free day in Senggigi gives you more time to enjoy the coastline, with its light-sand beaches and views across to Bali's Gunung Agung.
Day 8 - Final Free Day to Uncover Senggigi
Your final full day in Senggigi remains free, with time to relax by the resort or take a stroll along the coastal road linking the town's beaches.
Day 9 - Journey to Sanur
You are picked up from your accommodation and driven to Bangsal Ferry Terminal for the boat crossing back to Bali.
The boat departs at 11:30 am, arriving into Sanur Beach Harbour at 2:30 pm, where you are transferred to your accommodation in Sanur.
Day 10 - Enjoy Leisure Time in Sanur
Today is yours to enjoy in Sanur, with its long stretch of golden sand protected by a coral reef that keeps the water calm.
A walk or cycle along the beachfront promenade is a good way to spend the morning, calling in at cafes along the way.
Day 11 - Another Free Day to Wander through Sanur
This morning could be a good time to visit the Le Mayeur Museum or browse the local markets for handicrafts, with the rest of the day free to relax by the beach.
Day 12 - Goodbye Sanur
After breakfast, you are transferred from your accommodation to Bali Ngurah Rai Airport for your onward flight, bringing the tour to a close.
Please note: The journey to the airport takes around 45 minutes.
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Extras and add-ons
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices (if available) are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room.
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