12 days in Bali & Yogyakarta Itinerary

A trip to Denpasar takes visitors to the capital of Bali and the gateway to the island.

To find ratings, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Denpasar day trip planning tool.

Melbourne, Australia to Denpasar is an approximately 9-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Denpasar is minus 2 hours. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Melbourne in January; daily highs in Denpasar reach 36°C and lows reach 28°C. You'll set off for Yogyakarta on the 23rd (Mon).

Yogyakarta is a city on the island of Java in Indonesia. Start off your visit on the 24th (Tue): admire the striking features of The Palace of Yogyakarta and then shop like a local with Malioboro Road. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the history behind Yogyakarta Monument, delve into the distant past at Prambanan Temples, and then get in on the family fun at De Mata Trick Eye Museum.

To see maps, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read Yogyakarta road trip app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Denpasar to Yogyakarta. The time zone difference when traveling from Denpasar to Yogyakarta is minus 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in January, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to fly to Seminyak.

A popular resort town offering a good range of tourist trips, activities, and amenities, Seminyak houses numerous tour companies providing excursions into the jungles of Bali.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Thu): view the masterpieces at Nyaman Gallery, stop by Nyaman Cafe & Boutique, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. Here are some ideas for day two: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, take in the spiritual surroundings of Tanah Lot Temple, and then see Off-Road Tours.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, read Seminyak trip planning tool.

Explore your travel options from Yogyakarta to Seminyak with the Route module. The time zone difference moving from Western Indonesia Time (WIB) to Central Indonesia Time (WITA) is 1 hour. In January, daily temperatures in Seminyak can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to drive to Ubud.

Experience small-town Bali in Ubud, an atmospheric town surrounded by small settlements, farms, and rice paddies.

Ubud is known for parks, spas, and classes. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, see Off-Road Tours, browse for treasures at Wayan's Shop, and soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

To find other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Ubud trip planner.

Traveling by car from Seminyak to Ubud takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Ubud can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) so you can drive to Kintamani.

With mountains, volcanic lakes, historical temples, and a rich local culture, a Kintamani holiday offers plenty of delights.

Kintamani is known for nature, historic sites, and adventure. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the spiritual surroundings of Tirta Empul Temple, admire the verdant scenery at Kintamani Highland, don't miss a visit to Besakih Temple, and get impressive views of Mt Batur.

To see photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Kintamani journey planner.

Traveling by car from Ubud to Kintamani takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Kintamani can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to go by car to Denpasar.

To see photos, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Denpasar travel planner.

Getting from Kintamani to Denpasar by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. On the 3rd (Fri), you're off to home.