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Best Day Trips in Indonesia: 15 Across Bali, Java and Flores

1,226 tours  ·  from $5

Everything with a guide, a boat or a jeep attached, in one list. The 15 below are worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue beneath them.

All-Inclusive Ubud Private Tour - Key points at a glance
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All-Inclusive Ubud Private Tour

1.All-Inclusive Ubud Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,344 reviews · from $100Our pick

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Ubud with a private driver-guide such as Guna, Eka, Swandi, or Komang Godoh. Visit the Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul, Tegenungan Waterfall, a Balinese home, and a jungle swing. Lunch, transport, entrance fees, bottled water, and photos are included.

“I definitely recommend this trip/package to anyone who is coming to Bali for the first time. Our tour guide/driver was Suli and he was great. He picked us up at our hotel on time. He gave us enough time to explore each stop. He did a great job taking our photos too! It took us almost 3 hours to get back to our hotel and we greatly appreciated Suli's hard work.”

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Best of Ubud Full-Day Tour with Jungle Swing - Tegalalang Rice Terrace: a short walk through working fields
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Best of Ubud Full-Day Tour with Jungle Swing

2.Best of Ubud Full-Day Tour with Jungle Swing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,571 reviews · from $56

Spend about 10 hours exploring Ubud by private air-conditioned minivan. Your guide can take you from the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang rice terraces to Tirta Empul, Tegenungan Waterfall, the market, and Ubud Palace. The jungle swing is included, while lunch and entrance fees depend on the option you choose. Guides such as Hendra, Saka, and Komang are praised for photos and flexibility.

“Great day tour arranged by a professional tour guide Eka! Although the rainy weather slightly affected our original itinerary, Eka did his best to try to fit as many indoor activities as possible to make up for it!”

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️Nusa Penida by Private Boat - Snorkeling 4 spots, Swim with Mantas + Land Tour - Lunch at AMARTA Penida is more than a meal
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️Nusa Penida by Private Boat – Snorkeling 4 spots, Swim with Mantas + Land Tour

3.Nusa Penida by Private Boat – Snorkeling 4 spots, Swim with Mantas + Land Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,424 reviews · from $100

Spend 10 to 11 hours crossing from Serangan to Nusa Penida and Lembongan on a fast private-style boat. You’ll snorkel four sites, look for turtles and manta rays, eat beside an infinity pool, and visit Kelingking Cliff. Guides such as Nemo, Vicky, Ringo, and Jena are praised for safety and friendly help.

“My wife and I loved the snorkeling. Fantastic experience. We saw two dolphins from the boat, one turtle while snorkeling, and many closeup encounter with Mantas at the last stop. We will cherish the Mantas experience. Ceco and Aldo were excellent guides and were very helpful with our lack of experience, made us feel safe and enabled us to have a great time.”

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Best of Ubud 1-Day Private Tour - Tegenungan Waterfall: scenery with a choice of effort
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Best of Ubud 1-Day Private Tour

4.Best of Ubud 1-Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,451 reviews · from $54

Spend 8 to 9 hours with an English-speaking driver-guide visiting Celuk Village, Batuan Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Monkey Forest, Ubud Market, and Ubud Palace. Guides such as Sudi, Gede, Oka, and Rika are praised for local insight, photos, patience, and flexible pacing.

“The guide was actually a driver that should not be taking women around. His views about men being primary earners was discussed for hours and he mocked women on the street. Several times he discouraged us from making planned stops so he could finish his day earlier. He did not take us to the monkey forest and instead took us to a monkey river so he could get done. I would definitely not recommend this tour.”

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Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey - Buyan and Tamblingan, Bali’s twin lakes
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Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey

5.Tanah Lot and North Bali Tour: Scenic Journey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,620 reviews · from $100

Start around 6 a.m. in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver-guide and photographer. Visit Ulun Danu Beratan, Buyan and Tamblingan Lakes, Banyumala Twin Waterfalls, Jatiluwih rice terraces, Batu Bolong, and Tanah Lot. Guides such as Komang Godoh, Gusti, Agung, and Gede are frequently requested by name.

“Yogakamareka (Bali) helped us to explore Bali on a full day excursion today,he was fantastic fun,friendly,cheerful and took loads of great photo's for us.We visited Tanah Lot,Rice Terraces for lunch,Temple on the lake and the amazing waterfall.He was very informative and interesting and answered all our questions. We would highly recommend you explore with Yogakamareka,you will enjoy every moment.”

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Body Massage Experience in Ubud Traditional Spa - Your massage form and personal preferences
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Body Massage Experience in Ubud Traditional Spa

6.Body Massage Experience in Ubud Traditional Spa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,506 reviews · from $21

At Ubud Traditional Spa, you get a personalized Balinese full-body massage in a village-style setting near Ubud. Choose your oil and pressure, then settle in with a welcome drink, warm herbal tea, and shower access. Pickup and return are offered from Puri Lukisan Museum parking lot. Therapists named in guest feedback include Putri, Asih, Lusi, Ari, Tika, and Intan.

“If I could give this place more stars I would! Luci and Ari were our masseuse and they were absolutely amazing! You must do a Balinese full body massage if you come to Bali.”

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Bali Full-Day Traditional Village Sightseeing Trip All Inclusive - Rice terraces and a volcano-view lunch
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Bali Full-Day Traditional Village Sightseeing Trip All Inclusive

7.Bali Full-Day Traditional Village Sightseeing Trip All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,069 reviews · from $68

You’ll travel by air-conditioned minivan from Seminyak or nearby Bali areas with a private guide such as Arya, Agung, Margot, or Pakis. The day combines batik, silverwork, temples, Monkey Forest, rice terraces, a buffet lunch facing Mt. Batur, coffee, and Tegenungan Waterfall.

“Our guide/driver was awesome! He got in touch the day before to confirm pickup details and even checked in after the trip. He was right on time and took us to some really cool spots around Bali. He drove safely and made the whole experience super enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour for a great day out!”

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️ Bali Instagram Tour: The Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive) - Tukad Cepung Waterfall’s short but demanding walk
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️ Bali Instagram Tour: The Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive)

8.Bali Instagram Tour: The Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,857 reviews · from $114

Spend 10 to 12 hours chasing Bali’s best-known photo spots with a private English-speaking guide. You’ll visit Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga, Tukad Cepung Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and a jungle swing. Guides such as Alit, Gusde, Angga, Mega, and Buddy are often praised for timing, photo help, and cultural insight.

“We had an amazing trip with Forever vacation team and particularly our guide Mega. He made sure our trip went smoothly even when it was raining heavily during certain times of the day. We were able to cover all locations and Mega even helped us with poses at Gate of heaven and Tirth Ganga, took amazing photos and videos too! I really thank the forever vacation team for great customer service, from the day we booked this tour they have been in touch and keeping us updated. Highly recommend this tour in Bali with Mega and team”

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Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali - Jatiluwih Green Land and the water that feeds the rice
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Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali

9.Full-Day Tour to Water Temples and UNESCO Rice Terraces in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,539 reviews · from $39

This private Ubud tour links four major Bali sights in one long day: Ulun Danu Bratan, Jatiluwih rice terraces, Luhur Batukaru, and Tanah Lot at sunset. Your driver-guide handles the roads and explains Balinese Hindu culture. Guides such as Berata, Sakha, Agus, Tia, and Wayan have earned special praise for their care, English, and flexibility.

“We had a great day with an excellent guide and driver. Because of the long drives, we decided to skip the last temple and went to a place with swings instead. I really appreciate the flexibility of the tour and would definitely recommend this to anyone. Lunch was good and had a great view of the rice terraces. The car was clean and comfortable.”

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Nusa Penida day trip: boat, 4 snorkeling, Manta rays & Land tour - Mangrove Point brings the first coral garden
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Nusa Penida day trip: boat, 4 snorkeling, Manta rays & Land tour

10.Nusa Penida day trip: boat, 4 snorkeling, Manta rays & Land tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,033 reviews · from $78

Leave Sanur at 7:45am by fast boat for four Nusa Penida snorkeling stops, including Manta Point, then visit Kelingking Beach and eat lunch beside an infinity pool. Small groups of up to 13, private-car transport, gear, towels, drinks, and GoPro photos are included. Guides such as Fernando, Coral, Prima, and Vincent are known for careful water support.

“Really professional and smooth itinerary. Everything was seamless from hotel pick up to the boat guides. Our guides Kostan and Aldo were a lot of fun and really professional. They made sure we saw mantas, while keeping everyone safe. The photos they took were also really nice!”

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Mount Bromo Sunrise Tour from Surabaya or Malang - 1 Day - Walking across the volcanic plain to Bromo’s crater
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Mount Bromo Sunrise Tour from Surabaya or Malang – 1 Day

11.Mount Bromo Sunrise Tour from Surabaya or Malang – 1 Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,759 reviews · from $153

Leave Surabaya or Malang around 11:30 p.m. for Mount Bromo. A private driver and guide take you by car and 4WD Jeep to King Kong Hills for sunrise, then across the volcanic plain to Bromo’s crater. Guides such as Laz, Ubay, Ozy, Pram, and Oni are praised for helpful advice, local stories, and excellent photos.

“Maravillosa. Ikhsan has been lovely, he took us for a snack before seeing sunrise and then for breakfast. Beautiful views.Auto-translated”

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East Bali Tour: Gate of Heaven, Water Palace, Sleeping Gajah - Sidemen brings the best meal of the day
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East Bali Tour: Gate of Heaven, Water Palace, Sleeping Gajah

12.East Bali Tour: Gate of Heaven, Water Palace, Sleeping Gajah

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,726 reviews · from $100

Leave Ubud at 4am in a private Toyota Innova with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Gede, Made, Eka, or Arta. Visit Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga, Sidemen, and an Mt. Agung viewpoint, then enjoy lunch and infinity-pool access at Wapa di Ume’s Sleeping Gajah.

“The you was great; my driver, Suli, picked me up from my hotel early in the morning and then took me around Ubud exploring the various sites.”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour with Optional Activities - Black Lava, craters, and a rough volcanic road
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Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour with Optional Activities

13.Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour with Optional Activities

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,555 reviews · from $24

Start before dawn and ride a private 4x4 jeep to a Mount Batur viewpoint, where you can watch sunrise over Lake Batur and the caldera without the usual strenuous hike. Continue through the black lava fields, with guides such as Agus, Komang, Coco, and Gede often helping with photos and local information. Breakfast, hot springs, and hotel transfers are optional.

“Amazing experience guided by our friendly driver Lolot. Great tour guide Very polite Expert with photos Had a really wonderful time thanks to him”

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Mount Batur Jeep Adventure - Sunrise at about 1,360 meters
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Mount Batur Jeep Adventure

14.Mount Batur Jeep Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,420 reviews · from $21

Start before dawn for a private 4WD ride up Mount Batur without the long climb. Guides such as Kadek, Dira, Jo, and Eddy are known for volcano stories and helpful photos. Watch sunrise at about 1,360 meters, eat a light breakfast with a hot drink, explore black lava fields, and finish with hotel drop-off or a Toya Bungkah hot-spring stop.

“Definitely worth it! A very early start but brilliant communication with the company throughout and everything went smoothly. The sunrise was incredible and afterwards we went to the lava field which was really interesting.”

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Electric Cycling Tour of Ubud with Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch - Pickup from central Ubud and a short bike briefing
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Electric Cycling Tour of Ubud with Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch

15.Electric Cycling Tour of Ubud with Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,397 reviews · from $41

Ride an electric bicycle through Ubud’s rice fields, villages, temples, and countryside with guides such as Gusti, Putu, Gina, or Anilya. The three-hour tour includes a helmet, water, hotel pickup, a Tegalalang stop, a coffee plantation or local compound, a jungle swing, and lunch after the morning ride or dinner after the afternoon ride.

“I’m a solo traveller and went on the afternoon tour - was surprised to be the only one on it so it ended up being a private tour! Ketuk did an awesome job, very knowledgeable, friendly and overall great guide. Firstly I’d like to say - please don’t choose to visit the coffee plantation. The living conditions of the poor Civets is terrible, very tiny cages for wild animals. Kopi Luak is known for bad welfare and this place is no exception. The plantation itself is also very poorly maintained and more of a tourist trap than anything. They strongly encourage you to buy their coffee. I wish I chose…”

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