Six-Day Bali Itinerary: Nusa Penida Island-Hopping Guide

Key Summary: The six-day route is Ubud (first two days) → Nusa Penida island-hopping (days 3–5) → Jimbaran (day 6) to say goodbye to Bali. Real-life tip: The ferry departing from Sanur port was delayed by up to 2 hours, so allow buffer time for island-hopping; on Nusa Penida’s east coast, don’t miss Diamond Beach and Atuh Beach. Detailed daily itinerary and timing are below.

This is the amazing six-day independent itinerary that our community member “Sophie” enjoyed in Bali! It combines references from “Xiao Jie Indonesia” videos and our “Bali Travel Guide” tips. Let’s take a look at this adventure and exploration-filled journey she planned herself!

Sophie’s Six-Day Bali Independent Travel Diary

Private Driver

After finishing my Bali trip, I have to highly recommend Awan from Bali Holiday ❤️Awan❤️. His ride is the super flashy 🔥BlackPink🔥. I asked three drivers during my search, and he was the fastest to reply and the most attentive—he gave me a great first impression. In the end, everything was perfect with him throughout the trip 😍.

He will:

• 👏 Book rafting tickets at a reasonable price
• 👏 Communicate perfectly in English
• 👏 Adapt to all itinerary changes
• 👏 We celebrated a family member’s birthday, and he recommended a restaurant in Jimbaran, arranged a cake and a choir performance—very thoughtful

Day 1 (Jan 18): Arrival in Bali, Ubud Exploration

• 15:20: Arrive at Bali Airport, ready to kick off the Bali adventure. The driver mentions it’s the rainy season, but it hasn’t rained in a while.

• 16:00: Arrive at the airport and exchange some local currency. It’s best to find a reliable money changer.

(Read more: The Ultimate Guide to Currency Exchange in Bali)

• 18:00: Enjoy a top-notch choice for crispy duck at a floating pavilion—Bebek Tebasari Resto. This restaurant comes highly recommended.

Bebek Tebasari Resto photo courtesy of Sophie

• 19:00: Check into Reswaha Villas and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Day 2: January 19 – Exploring Ubud

Intermittent downpours from 5 AM to 2 PM, but that doesn’t dampen our adventurous spirit!

• 09:00: Join a white-water rafting activity—even with bad weather, it’s an unforgettable experience.

Ayung River Rafting Ayung River Rafting (with transfer)

• 13:00: Enjoy a delicious lunch while taking in the terraced rice field views beside Tis Cafe.

Tis Cafe Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

(Reference: Tis Cafe Day Trip Combo)

• 14:00: Explore the Sacred Monkey Forest and visit Pura Saraswati Water Palace.

• 17:30: Savor a delicious coconut ice cream from Tukies Coconut Shop, then wander the streets of Ubud.

Ubud City Guide: Where is Tukies Coconut Shop? What to explore in town?

• 19:00: Enjoy dinner at Sun Sun Warung, wrapping up a day of adventure.

Day 3 (1/20): Ubud Adventure and Nusa Penida Island

Spend a drizzly morning in Ubud, then head to Penida Island

• 09:00: Omma Dayclub Bali Waterfall + Lunch

Omma Dayclub Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

• 12:30 Sanur port 14:15 ferry ➡️ Nusa Penida. The ferry was delayed by 2 hours 😡
• 20:00: Checked into Abian House, ready for a pleasant evening on Penida.
• 16:00: Arrived at Crystal Bay to enjoy the sunset views.

Atuh Beach Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

• 15:00: Soaking up the sunny afternoon and early evening on Penida Island.

(Further reading: 【Bali - Nusa Penida Complete Guide】Map, Ferry, Accommodation, Transport, Private Car, Activities, Photography, Attractions)

1/21 Day 4: Exploring Nusa Penida Island

Spending the day on Nusa Penida Island

• 07:00: Snorkeling near the hotel.

(Further reading: Nusa Penida Snorkeling Guide: Where to Snorkel and How to Join?)

• 09:00: Visit Kelingking Beach and explore the T-Rex coastline.
• 13:00: Explore Broken Beach and Angel’s Billabong, marveling at the dramatic natural landscapes.
• 16:00: Enjoy sunset and a delicious dinner at AMARTA Penida—this restaurant has a sky gate with no queue!

The Gates of Heaven Without the Queue — Photo by Sophie

(Read more: Amarta Penida Guide)

Day 5 (1/22): Nusa Penida Island and Jimbaran

• 07:00: Enjoy one last snorkeling session near the hotel.
• 08:00: Visit Diamond Beach and Atuh Beach on the east coast of Nusa Penida, soaking in the stunning coastal views.

Diamond Beach — Photo by Sophie

• 17:00: Return to Bali and savor a delicious dinner with grilled corn on Jimbaran Beach, accompanied by a dreamy sunset, wrapping up the day’s adventure.

(Read more: 9 Best Seafood Restaurants in Jimbaran)

Jimbaran Sunset Dinner — Photo by Sophie

Day 6 (1/23): Jimbaran and Farewell to Bali

• 07:00: Relax at the rooftop pool of the Jimbaran hotel Fox Hotel Trip and enjoy a beautiful morning.
• 12:00: Head to Wahaha for some mouthwatering pork ribs.

Everyone who’s tried Wahaha says it’s amazing!

• 1:30 PM: Pick up some souvenirs at Prema Rasa, then get ready to head to the airport.

Insiders know that Prema Rasa is the place to buy souvenirs.

Quick Reference: 【Reader Recommended】Six Categories, Over 20 Bali Souvenir Picks: The Perfect Way to Keep Your Precious Memories

• 2:30 PM Depart for the airport. The beauty of spending your last day around Kuta and Jimbaran is that you won’t have to worry about missing your flight!

(Read More: Kuta Travel Guide: 50 Must-Visit Attractions, Food, and Recommended SPA Collection)
(Read More: Jimbaran Travel Guide: 31 Recommended Fun Spots and Attractions)

• 4:30 PM: Say goodbye to Bali and take off on time.

Thank you to the community members for your help and advice on my itinerary—this trip will forever stay in my heart!

(The above content and images are provided by Sophie and have been adapted by the editor.)

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