Ngurah Rai International Airport 1 hr 55
Mount Agung (57 min) Cone-shaped volcano & Bali's highest point, known for current & historic eruptions & climate impact. Amed Beach (27 min) Low-key beach known for black volcanic sand, picturesque views & nearby restaurants & cafes. Taman Soekasada Ujung (24 min) Former palace featuring pools, ponds, tiered gardens & scenic views of mountains & the sea. Pura Lempuyang Luhur (18 min) Temple and mountain Bali Asli Restaurant (13 min) Tirta Gangga (6 min) Elegant spiritual retreat & gardens surrounded by natural springs, with swimming & picnicking. Candidasa Beach (35 min) Set amid hotels & restaurants, this small, rocky beach is a popular locale for walks & sunset views. Penataran Lempuyang (19 min) Lofty Hindu site best known for its much-photographed Gates of Heaven framing volcano views. Taman Tirtagangga (6 min) Garden and temple Bukit Asah (29 min) Panoramic sea & island views, plus overnight camping, on a grassy plateau above dramatic cliffs. Besakih Temple (1 hr) Large, holy site featuring 23 temples, including several with soaring spires, plus many festivals. Virgin Beach, Karangasem, Bali (34 min) Bias Tugel Beach (48 min) Small, tranquil beach, reachable via short trek, with vendors offering food, beer & umbrellas. Blue Lagoon Beach (47 min) Relaxed resort offering villas with gardens, plus a spa, a pool & a restaurant/bar with sea views. Balai Gili (24 min) This scenic, former water palace built in 1909 features gardens, large pools & historical photos. |