Bali 8 Day Itinerary for Indians
Slow, three bases. Ubud, Sidemen or the east, and the south coast.
Post Your Travel RequirementLength
7N / 8D
Best time
May to September
Pace
Slow, three bases
Base
Ubud, Sidemen or the east, and the south coast
Bali 8 Day Itinerary for Indians: who it suits
Eight days gives Bali room to breathe. You can add a quiet stretch in the east or north, do a volcano sunrise, and still have beach days.
The structure here is three bases with short moves between them, so hotel changes feel like part of the trip rather than a chore.
Best suited to: Honeymooners, repeat visitors and anyone who wants Bali without rushing.
At a glance
| Length | 7 nights / 8 days |
|---|---|
| Best time | May to September |
| Pace | Slow, three bases |
| Where you stay | Ubud, Sidemen or the east, and the south coast |
Day-by-day 8-day plan
Arrive in Ubud
Long flight, short day. Check in, a light dinner and an early night.
Ubud on foot and by bike
Campuhan Ridge walk at sunrise, then a cycling or village tour through the rice fields. Spa in the afternoon.
Mount Batur sunrise
A pre-dawn start for the guided trek, breakfast at the top, and a rest afternoon. Only for reasonably fit travellers.
Waterfalls and temples
Visit Tegenungan or a quieter waterfall, then Tirta Empul. Overnight in Ubud or move to Sidemen.
Sidemen and the east
A quieter valley with terraced fields and weaving villages. A good place to do very little.
Move to the south coast
Transfer to Uluwatu or Seminyak. Afternoon at the beach and sunset at a cliff or beach club.
Nusa Penida or beach day
Take the fast boat if the sea is calm, otherwise spend the day on a quiet beach and a long lunch.
Departure
Check out and transfer to the airport with plenty of time.
How to adjust this plan
- If you do not want to trek, replace Day 3 with a Balinese cooking class and a swing or spa day.
- Honeymooners can swap one Ubud night for a private-pool villa in Sidemen.
- Travelling with children? Skip the volcano and add a day at Bali Safari or Nusa Dua.
Book these early
- Mount Batur trek with a registered guide
- Hotels in Sidemen, which are limited in peak season
- Nusa Penida boat tickets
What to budget for Bali
Costs depend on the hotel level and season more than on the number of days. These are indicative land costs per person for a typical stay, excluding flights; scale them to your 7 nights and ask for an itemised quote.
| Style | Land cost per person (indicative) | Usually covers |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | ₹28,000 – ₹40,000 | 3-star or guesthouse, shared tours, breakfast |
| Standard | ₹40,000 – ₹65,000 | 4-star or private pool villa, private car for sightseeing |
| Premium | ₹70,000 – ₹1,50,000+ | Luxury villas, private tours, fine dining |
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Frequently asked questions
Is eight days too long for Bali?
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Not if you spread it across bases. Many visitors find six days is too rushed and eight feels right.
Is Sidemen worth including?
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It is quiet and scenic, which suits honeymooners and slow travellers. If you want nightlife and cafes, skip it.
How hard is Mount Batur?
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It is a short but steep trek in the dark. Many reasonably active people manage it, but it is not suitable for small children or anyone with knee or breathing problems.
Can a travel agent customise this Bali itinerary?
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Yes. Post your dates, group and budget on QuoteMyTrip and travel agents can send plans based on this outline, with their own hotels and prices for you to compare.
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