31 days in Indonesia Itinerary

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

Visiting Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary and Balangan Beach will get you outdoors. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Tanah Lot Temple and Saraswati Temple. Get out of town with these interesting Ubud side-trips: Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple (in Sebatu), Kuta Beach - Bali (in Kuta) and Reservoart (in Seminyak). There's lots more to do: delve into the distant past at Mount Kawi, enjoy the sand and surf at Pantai Sanur, stroll through Mason Elephant Park, and explore the fascinating underground world of Elephant Cave.

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Rome, Italy to Ubud is an approximately 19.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Central Indonesia Time is 7 hours. When traveling from Rome in October, plan for somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Ubud: temperatures range from 36°C by day to 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) so you can catch the ferry to Nusa Penida.

The bounty of pristine white-sand beaches and turquoise lagoons bordered by emerald green hills, unique cliff formations, and colorful reefs is what draws most travelers to Nusa Penida.

Explore hidden gems such as Kelingking Beach and Angel's Billabong. Visit Pasih Uug Beach and Lumangan Beach for some beach relaxation. There's much more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Surya Nusa Penida Tour, head off the coast to Nusa Penida Island, kick back and relax at Atuh Beach, and stroll through Diamond Beach.

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Ride a ferry from Ubud to Nusa Penida in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. October in Nusa Penida sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) early enough to ride a ferry to Gili Trawangan.

An island holiday in Gili Trawangan offers access to the largest of the three Gili Islands located off the main coast of Lombok.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Surf Point Bongkas, then take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, and then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas. On the 15th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: tour the pleasant surroundings at Gili Trawangan Turtle Hatchery and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

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You can ride a ferry from Nusa Penida to Gili Trawangan in 3 hours. In October, daytime highs in Gili Trawangan are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can catch the ferry to Gili Meno.

The smallest of the three islands near Lombok, Gili Meno affords a truly secluded feel, with its tiny population of 500 mainly concentrated in the center.

On the 16th (Mon), tour the pleasant surroundings at Gili Meno Turtle Sanctuary, kick back and relax at Gili Meno Beach, and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Tue): appreciate the history behind Nest Statues Jason de Caires Taylor and then soothe aching muscles at Be Wellness.

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You can ride a ferry from Gili Trawangan to Gili Meno in an hour. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in October, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to travel to Gili Air.

Proximity to Lombok makes Gili Air extremely popular with honeymooners and tourists, but the small island is also known for its pristine beaches and excellent snorkeling.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Wed): stop by Lizzy Darling Jewelry and then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour. On the next day, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gili Meno to Gili Air. October in Gili Air sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 26°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can travel to Tulamben.

The small, otherwise unassuming fishing village of Tulamben draws scores of tourists every year as the site of a sunken U.S. cargo ship.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Fri): steep yourself in history at USS Liberty Shipwreck and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Suci Place and then steep yourself in history at Taman Tirtagangga.

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Traveling by combination of ferry and taxi from Gili Air to Tulamben takes 2.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Tulamben can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Padangbai.

Often overlooked as nothing more than a place to catch the ferry to Lombok or a fast boat to Gilis, Padangbai has a laid-back charm of its own.

Step off the beaten path and head to Ujung Water Palace and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Virgin Beach and White Sand Beach Yoga. On the 24th (Tue), dedicate a day to the elevated beauty of Mount Agung. There's lots more to do: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, trek along Guungan Hill, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Besakih Temple.

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Traveling by car from Tulamben to Padangbai takes 1.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Padangbai can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Nusa Dua.

A trip to Nusa Dua offers a chance to enjoy sandy beaches and an 18-hole golf course.

Visit Nusa Dua Beach and Mengiat Beach for some beach relaxation. Take a break from the city and head to Geger Beach Nusa Dua Bali and Fishing Charters & Tours. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Museum PASIFIKA, buy something for everyone on your list at Bali Collection, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and go for a walk through Waterblow.

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Traveling by car from Padangbai to Nusa Dua takes 1.5 hours. October in Nusa Dua sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.