Key Highlights: This is the second half of our Bali five-day, four-night travelogue, following the route Seminyak → Ubud → Seminyak. Must-visit spots worth bookmarking: Kilo Kitchen (restaurant) in Seminyak, Bintang Supermarket (souvenir shopping), the romantic Berry Amour Villa; Sangeh Monkey Forest in Ubud, Sun Sun Warung and Pak Malen’s Babi Guling (authentic local food), and Ubud Traditional Spa. For the first two days’ Jimbaran route and airport arrival, check out Part 1.
The following travelogue is adapted from a post shared by YiShawn Huang
If you haven’t read the previous post yet, I recommend starting with 《Bali Five-Day Four-Night Free & Easy (Part 1)》, which covers everything from arriving in Bali, airport entry, Jimbaran accommodation, food, beach sunsets, SPA, and the itinerary for the first two days—reading it will give you a more cohesive experience.
Click here for Part 1: Four Seasons Jimbaran Stay Experience
The previous post mainly followed the Jimbaran route, staying in a private villa, enjoying sea views, massages, and specialty restaurants—a relaxed pace that officially kicked off this long-awaited Bali trip.
This post covers the second half of the journey.
We’ll move from Jimbaran to Seminyak, savor many amazing specialty restaurants, shop for souvenirs at Bintang Supermarket, and check into a romantic private villa. Then we’ll head to Sangeh Monkey Forest for close encounters with monkeys, stroll through Ubud’s streets, taste authentic Indonesian cuisine, experience a SPA, and finally return to Seminyak to wrap up this five-day, four-night Bali free & easy trip perfectly.
If you’re planning a Bali five-day, four-night free & easy trip, or looking for itinerary inspiration for Seminyak, Ubud, food, villas, and SPA, I hope this travelogue offers some practical references.
Continuing our five-day, four-night Bali trip! 🌴
Day 3
We left Jimbaran and headed to Seminyak, a lively area brimming with trendy vibes. We didn’t pack the day with too many sights, instead focusing on food, shopping, and leisurely strolls to slowly soak up Seminyak’s unique charm, so different from other parts of the island.
For lunch, we stopped at Kilo Kitchen, a renowned fusion restaurant that artfully blends European, Latin American, and Asian culinary elements. Every dish has its own distinct character.
Our favorite was the Crab Dumplings—thin, delicate wrappers filled with a sweet, bouncy shrimp paste-like filling that’s incredibly satisfying; it’s practically a must-order. The Beef Tongue Tacos were also memorable, with the tongue braised until tender and paired with corn tortillas for a rich, layered bite. The Squid Ink Risotto was packed with intense seafood flavor, while the Rendang Beef Pasta cleverly combined Indonesia’s classic rendang spices with Italian pasta, surprisingly working beautifully together. If you enjoy trying different flavor profiles, I think Kilo Kitchen is worth a meal.
After eating, we headed to Bintang Supermarket to pick up souvenirs. It’s a shopping spot often recommended by independent travelers, with a very comprehensive selection—from snacks, coffee, and seasonings to everyday items, you can find almost everything.
This time, we grabbed Woca chocolate, Indonesian beer, Marubali coconut chips, civet coffee, and Indonesian instant noodles, among other popular items. After browsing, our main takeaway was that if you’re short on time, you can buy most of your souvenirs in one go here without needing to visit multiple places—it’s super convenient for trip planning.
Next, we continued to Seminyak Village for some shopping. While it’s not a huge mall, the atmosphere is comfortable and the brands have a stylish feel, making it perfect for a relaxed afternoon.
At Sensatia Botanicals, we bought facial scrub and cleanser. Their natural plant-based skincare products are frequently recommended by travelers and are a popular Balinese brand. After that, we browsed a few clothing stores and finally settled into a café to rest, sipping coffee in the air conditioning while sorting through our haul.
If you’re not looking for serious retail therapy, I think 1 to 1.5 hours at Seminyak Village is just right—enough time to leisurely browse the shops, enjoy a coffee, and soak up Seminyak’s relaxed yet chic resort atmosphere.
After exploring Seminyak, it was time for one of the most anticipated parts of the day—checking into our second hotel!
This time we stayed at Berry Amour Romantic Villas, with a nightly rate of around USD$230. This property is all about a romantic getaway vibe, perfect for couples, newlyweds, or honeymooners.
During check-in, the hotel arranged a small, ceremonial welcome activity. The staff had us put bracelets on each other and even provided crowns for photos. It felt a bit shy-making, but it added a special touch to the experience.
Once the formalities were done, a staff member drove us to our villa in a golf cart. From the moment we stepped inside, it felt like a secluded retreat away from the outside world.
The villa came with a private pool, a small kitchen, and a soaking tub nearby for relaxation. What we loved most was that the bathroom was indoors—unlike the previous villa’s semi-outdoor setup—so we didn’t have to worry about wind, rain, or bugs while showering. It was much more comfortable overall.
If we had to choose between the two villas we stayed at on this trip, we personally preferred Berry Amour Romantic Villas. The layout, comfort, and romantic atmosphere suited our tastes better.
Berry Amour Romantic Villas is a five-star-rated romantic villa complex with 20 villas, accepting only couples and guests aged 16 and above. Here is a detailed introduction.
Berry Amour Romantic Villas rates & availability: Agoda Trip Booking
That evening, we didn’t go out again. Instead, we ordered delivery via Grab and enjoyed a relaxed dinner at the villa. We ordered pizza, Pad Thai, and Tom Yum soup. Not only was the delivery fast, but the prices were also much more affordable than expected, and everything tasted great.
(Provided by Dr. Huang)
Editor’s note: You really have to try the pizza here in Bali—every place makes it delicious!
Sometimes traveling isn’t about rushing from one attraction to another. Staying at a villa, swimming, enjoying good food, and just relaxing and chatting can be a wonderfully comfortable way to vacation. For us, such a leisurely evening turned out to be one of the most relaxing memories of this Bali trip.
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Day 4
On the fourth day, we arranged a full-day private car service to explore different spots in central Bali. But before setting off, we couldn’t miss the floating breakfast offered by the villa!
Although the breakfast at this villa wasn’t quite as much to our taste as the previous one, since we were staying there, we still highly recommend trying the floating breakfast at least once. Placing the tray on the pool, enjoying breakfast while snapping photos—it really adds a ceremonial touch to the vacation. However, purely in terms of the food, we actually liked the congee the most; its flavor was surprisingly good and really boosted the overall breakfast experience.
After breakfast, we officially kicked off today’s private car itinerary.
Our first stop was Sangeh Monkey Forest.
When it comes to Bali’s monkey forests, most travelers immediately think of the Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud. But this time, we specifically chose Sangeh Monkey Forest. Its biggest advantage is that there are far fewer tourists, making the visit less crowded and allowing for a more relaxed interaction with the monkeys.
As soon as we entered the park, a local guide accompanied us, handing out a bag of peanuts and leading us deep into the forest. He didn’t just show the way—he also taught us how to properly feed the monkeys, explained their habits, and shared many small details to keep in mind when interacting with them.
The most fun part was that the guide would occasionally make specific sounds to attract the monkeys. Before long, the monkeys would jump onto our shoulders, arms, or nearby trees, giving us plenty of opportunities for interaction and photos. The whole experience felt very natural, and you could tell the guide was quite familiar with this group of monkeys.
(Provided by Dr. Huang)
We really loved this activity. The whole experience lasted about an hour—not too long, but not rushed either. If you want to avoid the crowds at the Ubud Monkey Forest, this is definitely worth considering.
The entrance fee was about USD$10, and we also bought a souvenir photo taken at the park, plus a tip for the guide, which came to around USD$6 more. For the overall experience, we felt it was well worth it and one of the most memorable spots on this trip.
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After leaving Sangeh Monkey Forest, we continued on to one of the most popular areas on this journey—Ubud.
For lunch, we stopped at Sun Sun Warung, a budget-friendly Indonesian restaurant recommended by many travelers. The setting is simple, but the food is excellent and very affordable.
We ordered their signature Dirty Duck Rice and Mie Goreng (Indonesian fried noodles)—both were satisfying. The dirty duck had a crispy skin while the meat stayed tender, and it paired beautifully with Indonesian chili sauce for extra depth. The Mie Goreng was packed with rich Southeast Asian aromas—savory and flavorful without being greasy. The total for two people came to about USD$16, which is great value for Ubud. If you love authentic Indonesian cuisine, we highly recommend giving it a try.
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After eating, we strolled through Ubud’s lively streets, wandering past the famous Ubud Royal Palace. The main road is lined with unique shops, artisan boutiques, and cafés, giving the area a wonderfully relaxing vacation vibe.
However, the weather that day was scorching hot, so we soon decided to find a place to cool down.
We stopped by Tukies Coconut Shop, a well-known coconut dessert spot. Though there’s no air conditioning, they offer a variety of coconut-based drinks and sweets—perfect for a refreshing break on a hot afternoon.
This time we ordered coconut ice, coconut lemonade, and an American coffee. The icy coconut drinks were incredibly refreshing and instantly chased away the heat. If you’re sweating your way through Ubud, we highly recommend popping in for a drink and a rest.
After resting, we discovered another shop selling Kopi Luwak (civet coffee). What made it special was that we could actually interact with the real civet cats up close.
The civet cats in the shop were much larger than I expected, weighing about 10 kilograms. The staff even let us hold one for photos—it was quite a unique experience.
Of course, since we were there, we also ordered a cup of civet coffee to try. It was incredibly smooth, with a mild bitterness, and overall very pleasant to drink. It felt like checking off one of those must-do experiences in Bali.
After walking around for a while, our feet started protesting, so we headed to the nearby Ubud Traditional Spa to unwind.
This time, we chose the Rice Farmer Massage package, which includes a 60-minute Rice Farmer Massage plus a 30-minute foot massage, priced at about USD$26 per person.
(Provided by Dr. Huang)
The massage therapist’s pressure wasn’t as precise as the SPA we tried a few days earlier, but the overall service, ambiance, and price were all quite good. For Ubud’s city center, the value for money was impressive. If you’re planning a full day of shopping and sightseeing in Ubud, ending with a relaxing massage before heading back to the hotel makes for a very comfortable itinerary.
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After wrapping up our time in Ubud, we returned to Seminyak, ready to cap off the fulfilling day with a great meal.
For dinner, we chose Pison, a popular Western-style restaurant with a diverse menu and live band performances in the evening. The atmosphere was very relaxed, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely dinner with friends or a partner.
As soon as we sat down, we ordered the shop’s signature drink, Avocado Espresso. I was a bit skeptical about the combination of avocado and espresso at first, but one sip was truly surprising—the creamy smoothness of the avocado paired unexpectedly well with the coffee’s aroma. I highly recommend giving it a try if you get the chance.
For our main courses, we ordered the Steak with Truffle Mushroom Sauce and the Truffle Carbonara Pasta. Both were of excellent quality, with a rich truffle aroma that wasn’t overpowering, and the flavors had great depth. Paired with the live band performance, it made for an especially relaxing dinner and became one of the most memorable meals of the trip.
Day 5
Before we knew it, we had arrived at the last day of this Bali trip.
We didn’t plan much for the day. After checking out, we asked our driver Benny to take us to a local eatery he recommended: Warung Babi Guling Pak Malen.
This is a famous roast suckling pig restaurant, and around noon it was nearly full, clearly popular with both locals and tourists.
We ordered a plate of their signature roast suckling pig rice. At first glance, it reminded me of Taiwan’s Chiayi turkey rice—simple, with a plate of rice topped with sliced meat and sides. It cost less than USD$3, which was really affordable.
However, the meat we got was a bit cool, so the texture wasn’t as good as expected, and overall it wasn’t particularly impressive. Of course, everyone’s experience is different, so if you’re nearby, it’s still worth checking out this famous local spot.
On the way to the airport, Benny specially brought out a traditional Indonesian liquor he highly recommended called Arak for us to try.
Seeing it in a plastic bottle, my first reaction was a bit skeptical about its origins (laughs), but Benny said it’s a common traditional liquor brewed by locals.
Arak is traditionally made by fermenting and distilling coconut blossom sap and other ingredients. It has a subtle rice and alcohol aroma—personally, I find it a bit like Taiwan’s millet wine. It goes down smoothly without being too harsh, surprisingly quite enjoyable, and it’s another way to experience Bali’s local culture.
This five-day, four-night Bali free-and-easy trip truly left us with many wonderful memories.
Although we visited during the December rainy season, we only encountered heavy rain for about one day, which didn’t affect our itinerary much. We didn’t cram our schedule full either, leaving plenty of time to relax, making the trip feel even more comfortable.
Looking back, we only explored a small part of Bali in those five days, yet it was enough to make us fall deeply in love with this island.
The food here is so delicious you’ll crave it again, the SPA massages remain a great value, and the Monkey Forest and civet cat interactions were both fascinating. The two villas we stayed in each had their own charm and are highly recommended.
(Provided by Dr. Huang)
Lastly, I’d like to give a special shout-out to our driver Benny, who accompanied us throughout the trip. Besides safe transfers, he shared many local cultural stories and life experiences, and recommended food and activities only locals know about. His attentiveness and responsibility were evident throughout the journey, so we later recommended him to several friends for car hire, and everyone gave great feedback.
Thank you for reading all the way to the end, and for joining us in reminiscing about this five-day, four-night Bali travelogue.
If you’d like to see more real-life footage, feel free to check out our YouTube video, which fully documents the sights, food, accommodation, and travel process of this trip. It captures Bali’s laid-back vacation vibe even better than photos, and I’m sure it’ll give you a deeper understanding of this journey.
I hope this travelogue brings some inspiration to those planning a Bali independent trip, and I look forward to exploring more beautiful corners of Bali together next time. 🌴
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