Where does this route start and end?

The route runs from Seminyak, Bali to Seminyak, Bali in Bali, Indonesia.

When is the best time to travel this route?

The best time to travel this route is April to October.

How active is this route?

Activity level: Active. Moderately active — expect some walking and light physical activity.

What transport do I need for this route?

A car is the primary way to get around on this route.

What budget do I need for this route?

Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.

What type of accommodation suits this route?

Mixed accommodation works well along this route.

What is the pace of this trip?

Balanced — a good mix of sightseeing and downtime.

What type of trip is this?

This route is well-suited to: Scenic, Coastal, Nature, Culture, Adventure.

Bali Highlands & Coast Loop: Seminyak, Ubud, Munduk and Amed

Q: How long is the Bali Highlands & Coast Loop: Seminyak, Ubud, Munduk and Amed route?

This route takes 10 days taking in 6 stops.

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The route · 6 stops

1
Seminyak
2 nights
Bali's south-coast gateway, combining beach clubs and seafood warungs with easy access to Tanah Lot sea temple. Two nights to settle in, watch the sunset over the beach, and prepare for the drive inland.
Bali's south-coast gateway, combining beach clubs and seafood warungs with easy access to Tanah Lot sea temple. Two nights to settle in, watch the sunset over the beach, and prepare for the drive inland.
Traffic around Kuta is heavy from mid-morning. Start the drive to Ubud by 8am. Book your car and driver from the airport area before arriving.
2
Ubud
3 nights25m · 30 km from previous
Bali's cultural heartland, ringed by rice terraces and Hindu temples. Three nights to explore Tegalalang Rice Terraces, the Sacred Monkey Forest, and Tirta Empul holy spring. Take a cooking class or watch a Kecak fire dance.
Bali's cultural heartland, ringed by rice terraces and Hindu temples. Three nights to explore Tegalalang Rice Terraces, the Sacred Monkey Forest, and Tirta Empul holy spring. Take a cooking class or watch a Kecak fire dance.
Arrive at Tegalalang by 7am before tour groups and heat build. Book cooking classes and Kecak performances a day ahead through your guesthouse.
3
Munduk
2 nights36m · 43 km from previous
A misty highland village at 1,000m, surrounded by coffee and clove plantations and over 20 waterfalls. Two nights to hike the Munduk Falls Trail and day-trip to Jatiluwih's UNESCO rice terraces on the drive north.
A misty highland village at 1,000m, surrounded by coffee and clove plantations and over 20 waterfalls. Two nights to hike the Munduk Falls Trail and day-trip to Jatiluwih's UNESCO rice terraces on the drive north.
The road through Bedugul is narrow with steep drops. Drive slowly, use the horn on blind bends. Afternoon mist can reduce visibility significantly.
4
Amed
2 nights1h 9m · 83 km from previous
Quiet fishing villages on Bali's northeast coast with views of cloud-capped Mount Agung. Two nights to snorkel the USAT Liberty shipwreck at Tulamben and watch jukung boats on the black-sand bay at dawn.
Quiet fishing villages on Bali's northeast coast with views of cloud-capped Mount Agung. Two nights to snorkel the USAT Liberty shipwreck at Tulamben and watch jukung boats on the black-sand bay at dawn.
Snorkel gear hire on the beach is around $5 per day. Go before 9am for calm water and best visibility over the Liberty wreck at Tulamben (20 min north).
5
Candidasa
1 night23m · 27 km from previous
A quiet east-coast town, useful as a final stop before the drive south. Walk the beach, visit Tenganan Pegringsingan (one of Bali's last original Aga villages), and catch sunset over the Lombok Strait.
A quiet east-coast town, useful as a final stop before the drive south. Walk the beach, visit Tenganan Pegringsingan (one of Bali's last original Aga villages), and catch sunset over the Lombok Strait.
Tenganan village is free to enter. Wrap a sarong, ask before photographing residents, and allow an hour to walk the full village lane.
6
Seminyak
53m · 63 km from previous
The loop closes back on the south coast. Return the car, spend a final evening on Petitenget Street, and transfer to Ngurah Rai Airport the following morning.
The airport is 4km from Seminyak; allow 30-45 minutes in traffic. Arrange rental car return the evening before for a smooth morning departure.
The loop closes back on the south coast. Return the car, spend a final evening on Petitenget Street, and transfer to Ngurah Rai Airport the following morning.
The airport is 4km from Seminyak; allow 30-45 minutes in traffic. Arrange rental car return the evening before for a smooth morning departure.

Bali Highlands & Coast Loop: Seminyak, Ubud, Munduk and Amed

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Amed

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Seminyak

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Bali Highlands & Coast Loop: Seminyak, Ubud, Munduk and Amed

The route · 6 stops

Seminyak

Ubud

Munduk

Amed

Candidasa

Seminyak

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