Planning your Bali trip? We’ve had dozens of friends visit over the years — and we always send them this version of a perfect 7-day Bali itinerary. Balanced, local, and 100% real.

Day 1: Arrival + Chill

Land in Denpasar

Check into Canggu or Seminyak

Sunset at Batu Bolong Beach

Dinner at Warung Bu Mi

Day 2: Surf + Café Day (Canggu)

Morning surf lesson

Brunch at Crate Cafe

Explore local markets

Sunset drinks at La Brisa

Day 3: Ubud Nature & Culture

Morning drive to Ubud

Visit Tegalalang Rice Terraces

Lunch at Clear Cafe

Monkey Forest or temple visit

Day 4: Adventure Day

Mount Batur sunrise hike OR

Waterfall chasing: Tibumana & Kanto Lampo

Spa + massage in the evening

Day 5: Nusa Penida Day Trip

Ferry to Nusa Penida

Kelingking Beach + Diamond Beach

Back by sunset

Day 6: East Bali or Uluwatu

Tirta Gangga water palace OR

Uluwatu Temple + Padang Padang Beach

Kecak Dance performance

Day 7: Shopping + Wrap Up

Souvenirs in Seminyak

Brunch at Milk & Madu

Relax or massage before flight

Tip:
This itinerary mixes popular spots with a local touch. Don’t rush — Bali moves at its own pace.