Islands of the Gods

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Ubud

Bali's cultural heart boasts a great array of galleries and shops for art lovers to explore. Trawl the Gianyar night market for delicious local food.

Day 3 Sidemen

Take a leisurely bike ride through back lanes, rice paddies and past beautiful temples - a great opportunity to meet the locals.

Day 4 Mt Batur

Sample a traditional 'bungkus' (take-away) lunch in the cool mountain air of Sideman before moving on to a small fishing village by Lake Batur.

Day 5 Banyupoh

Hike to the summit of Mt Batur in time for sunrise. Then trade mountains with the beach for a chance to snorkel, scuba or swim in pristine waters.

Days 6-7 Lovina

Laze at the beach or go in search of dolphins. Get off-the-beaten-track exploring fragrant coffee and clove plantations before taking a dip beneath a hidden waterfall on a half-day walk in Munduk.

Day 8 Ubud

Admire one of Bali's most beautiful temples, Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, situated in the centre of a glassy lake, before travelling back to Ubud.

Day 9 Kuta, Lombok

Unlike its Balinese counterpart, Lombok's Kuta beach is relatively crowd-free. A bicycle is the best way to discover the superb surrounding coastline.

Day 10 Tetebatu

Travel to the hill retreat of Tetebatu, right in the heart of the island. With waterfalls, tobacco fields and a pleasant, temperate climate, be sure to take to the walking tracks.

Day 11 Sapit

Sitting in the shadow of Mt Rinjani, picturesque Senaru awaits. Explore tiny villages and markets before retiring to our friendly guesthouse overlooking the rice paddies.

Days 12-13 The Gilis

Away from the noise of modern life, and accessible only by boat, Gili Meno is the ultimate island getaway. Snorkel, dive or soak up the sun on the island's perfect beaches.

Days 14-15 Legian

Fly back to Bali for a final celebratory feast.