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Bali, Indonesia

3 days in Bali

Rice terraces, surf beaches and temple-dotted jungle. Here's how to spend 3 days in Bali: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 3 days Bali trip is April, May and June. Budget roughly Rp1,604,000/person/day before flights.

Length
3 days
Best time
April, May, June
~Cost/day
Rp1,604,000
Currency
IDR
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Your 3 days Bali itinerary, day by day

1

Day 1

09:00
Tirta Empul water temple~79000
Culture • ~2h
12:30
Tegallalang rice terraces sunrise~47400
Nature • ~2h
16:00
Seminyak beach club seafood~553000
Food • ~2.5h
2

Day 2

09:00
Ubud Palace & traditional dance~126400
Culture • ~2h
12:30
Sekumpul waterfall trek~316000
Nature • ~5h
16:00
Nusa Penida island day trip~948000
Nature • ~9h
3

Day 3

09:00
Tanah Lot sea temple at sunset~63200
Culture • ~2h
12:30
Mount Batur sunrise volcano hike~711000
Hiking • ~6h
16:00
Canggu beach bars & live music~474000
Nightlife • ~3h

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What 3 days in Bali costs

What this trip costs

Rp16,953,400
FlightsRp9,796,00058%
StayRp1,279,8008%
ActivitiesRp3,318,00020%
FoodRp1,279,8008%
Local transportRp511,9203%
ShoppingRp341,2802%
BufferRp426,6003%
Rp5,651,133/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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3 days in Bali: FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Bali?+

3 days is enough to cover the main highlights of Bali without rushing the essentials. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Bali?+

Start with Tirta Empul water temple, Tegallalang rice terraces sunrise and Seminyak beach club seafood. The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 3 days in Bali cost?+

Budget around Rp1,604,000 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly Rp4,812,000 per person for 3 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

When is the best time to visit Bali?+

The best months to visit Bali are April, May, June and September, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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