Bali: Beaches & Boat Rides

Now's the time to explore Bali on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Surf on gloriously blue ocean waves in Kuta, stop for the perfect shot at Buddhist temples and lotus ponds in Ubud, and relax with a drink at a beachfront bar (or two!) on Gili Trawangan. With a mix of free time, cultural highlights, and savoury must-tastes, this tour is the surest way to soak in all the magic of Bali, in just nine beautiful days.

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

Service Level: Basic

Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 18, avg 12.

Age requirement: 18-39

Highlights of Your Bali Escape

Kick things off in beachy Kuta, where sunset meetups and your first night out set the tone for a fast-moving, fun-filled nine days. Spend a laid-back day exactly how you want: stretch out on the sand, explore neighboring towns, or join an optional half-day surf class to catch your first Bali break. Evenings are all about easy vibes—beach bars, new friends, and that golden-hour glow.

Head north into Bali’s green heart for a feel-good lunch with a local community training program before continuing to Bulian, a traditional village where you’ll stay in a charming homestay. Here, culture comes alive. Learn to cook Balinese dishes in a hands-on class, then dig into your creations at dinner. You’ll have time to wander the village, visit a waterfall or natural spring, or drop by a dragon-fruit farm (activities here are optional), and take part in a simple local ceremony that offers a window into daily life.

Ubud is next—Bali’s cultural soul. Visit the photogenic Gitgit Waterfall and the lotus-lined Pura Taman Saraswati temple, then enjoy free time to tailor the day to you. Optional ideas abound: browse galleries and the Puri Lukisan Museum, join a yoga session or massage, sample babi guling, or take in an evening Kecak dance performance. Feeling extra adventurous? Opt for white-water rafting, a cooking class, snorkeling excursions (Lovina or Menjangan), or a pre-dawn hike up Mt. Batur for a sunrise you won’t forget.

Cap the trip with two carefree days on Gili Trawangan, a car-free island made for bikes, beach time, and slow mornings. Snorkeling trips are optional, but sunsets on the west side are a must. Celebrate your final night with toes-in-the-sand beach bars and one last round of photos with the crew. From surf towns to temple gardens to island chill, Intentional Journeys blends flexibility, culture, and just-the-right amount of nightlife so you can soak up Bali your way.