Ngurah Rai International Airport 1 hr 35
Besakih Temple (33 min)
Large, holy site featuring 23 temples, including several with soaring spires, plus many festivals. Pura Gunung Kawi (1 hr 13)
Ancient, serene Hindu temple complex amid rice fields, known for its shrines carved out of a cliff. Taman Kertha Gosa (34 min)
18th-century Balinese Hindu temple featuring scenes from the Bhima Swarga painted on the ceiling. Tirta Empul Temple (1 hr 15)
Hindu Balinese temple with a bathing area containing holy spring water for ritual purification. Penataran Lempuyang (49 min)
Lofty Hindu site best known for its much-photographed Gates of Heaven framing volcano views. Pura Goa Lawah (40 min)
This small, 11th-century Balinese Hindu temple was constructed around a bat-filled cave. Air Terjun Tibumana (1 hr 4)
Picturesque parkland with tropical flowers, featuring a trail to cascading falls & a natural pool. Pura Lempuyang Luhur (49 min)
Temple and mountain Mount Agung (30 min)
Cone-shaped volcano & Bali's highest point, known for current & historic eruptions & climate impact. Candidasa Beach (31 min)
Set amid hotels & restaurants, this small, rocky beach is a popular locale for walks & sunset views. Blue Lagoon Beach (38 min)
Relaxed resort offering villas with gardens, plus a spa, a pool & a restaurant/bar with sea views. Tirta Gangga (34 min)
Elegant spiritual retreat & gardens surrounded by natural springs, with swimming & picnicking. Balai Gili (40 min)
This scenic, former water palace built in 1909 features gardens, large pools & historical photos. Bias Tugel Beach (39 min)
Small, tranquil beach, reachable via short trek, with vendors offering food, beer & umbrellas. Pura Kehen (48 min)
Art-filled, 13th-century Balinese Hindu temple with elaborate architecture & an ancient banyan tree. | 
