Compare direct seasonal and year-round one-stop flights to Denpasar (DPS), paired with private villa stays in Ubud, Seminyak, Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua.
Tanah Lot sea temple at sunset on the coast of Bali, Indonesia
Known for its terraced river gorges, volcanic peaks, and living Hindu temple culture, Bali presents far more than its southern resort beaches alone. In the central foothills around Ubud and Sidemen, daily offerings of woven palm and frangipani mark village shrines surrounded by emerald rice paddies.
Along the coast, clifftop temples at Uluwatu and Tanah Lot look out over the Indian Ocean, while Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, and Seminyak provide calm lagoons, seafood dining on the sand, and world-class spa resorts.
Essential cities, cultural heartlands, and coastal regions
Bali’s cultural and artistic heart sits among forested ravines and subak-irrigated rice terraces. Ubud is an ideal base for visiting water temples such as Tirta Empul, cycling down from Mount Batur, and staying in hillside pool villas.
The limestone cliffs of the southern peninsula shelter white-sand coves, clifftop resorts, and calm reef-protected beaches at Nusa Dua. Jimbaran Bay is renowned for fresh seafood served right on the shoreline at dusk.
Known for wide sunset beaches, contemporary dining, and private walled villas, the southwest coast combines easy access to Tanah Lot sea temple with vibrant boutique shopping.
For travellers seeking classic rural Bali away from busy hubs, the valleys of Sidemen beneath Mount Agung and the waterfall trails of Munduk provide peaceful eco-lodges and traditional weaving villages.
Tailor-made excursions and private local touring
Explore Bali’s traditional subak water-management landscapes on foot with a local guide explaining village temple ceremonies and rice cultivation.
Descend into the Pakerisan River valley to see 11th-century rock-cut shrines and natural spring pools revered by Balinese Hindus.
Stand on dramatic coastal cliffs as waves break below Bali’s directional sea temples at golden hour.
Spend a day swimming and snorkelling over coral gardens in crystal-clear offshore waters east of the main island.
Tailor-made routes crafted by NZ travel specialists
Every itinerary is handcrafted to fit your preferred pace, accommodation style, and flight schedule from Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch. Explore our popular route frameworks below, or customise them in our interactive studio.
Covers Ubud & The Central Foothills, Uluwatu, Jimbaran & Nusa Dua, Seminyak & Canggu, Sidemen, Munduk & East Bali with private local guides
Arrive from Auckland (AKL) and transfer privately to your hotel in Ubud & The Central Foothills. Bali’s cultural and artistic heart sits among forested ravines and subak-irrigated rice terraces. Ubud is an ideal base for visiting water temples such as Tirta Empul, cycling down from Mount Batur, and staying in hillside pool villas. Includes walk the unesco-protected rice terraces of jatiluwih.
The limestone cliffs of the southern peninsula shelter white-sand coves, clifftop resorts, and calm reef-protected beaches at Nusa Dua. Jimbaran Bay is renowned for fresh seafood served right on the shoreline at dusk. Enjoy visit tirta empul water temple and the royal monuments of gunung kawi with time tailored for private specialist-guided monument, palace, and temple visits and evening street-food walks, market tastings, and regional dining.
Known for wide sunset beaches, contemporary dining, and private walled villas, the southwest coast combines easy access to Tanah Lot sea temple with vibrant boutique shopping. Enjoy watch sunset over the indian ocean at uluwatu or tanah lot with time tailored for private specialist-guided monument, palace, and temple visits and evening street-food walks, market tastings, and regional dining.
For travellers seeking classic rural Bali away from busy hubs, the valleys of Sidemen beneath Mount Agung and the waterfall trails of Munduk provide peaceful eco-lodges and traditional weaving villages. Enjoy cruise by catamaran to the reefs of nusa lembongan with time tailored for private specialist-guided monument, palace, and temple visits and evening street-food walks, market tastings, and regional dining.
Slower-paced stays across Ubud & The Central Foothills, Uluwatu, Jimbaran & Nusa Dua, Seminyak & Canggu, Sidemen, Munduk & East Bali
Touch down from Auckland (AKL) with a private transfer to a boutique property in Ubud & The Central Foothills. Settle in at an easy pace before visit tirta empul water temple and the royal monuments of gunung kawi.
Spend 3 nights based in Uluwatu, Jimbaran & Nusa Dua with flexible mornings, stand on dramatic coastal cliffs as waves break below Bali’s directional sea temples at golden hour.
Spend 3 nights based in Seminyak & Canggu with flexible mornings, spend a day swimming and snorkelling over coral gardens in crystal-clear offshore waters east of the main island.
Spend 3 nights based in Sidemen, Munduk & East Bali with flexible mornings, explore Bali’s traditional subak water-management landscapes on foot with a local guide explaining village temple ceremonies and rice cultivation.
Bali’s dry season runs from April to October, bringing warm, sunny days, lower humidity, and refreshing sea breezes that coincide ideally with New Zealand’s autumn, winter, and spring school holidays.
Sunny skies, warm ocean temperatures, and quieter temple sites and beaches across Ubud and the southern coast.
Lowest rainfall and balmy 28°C days, popular with New Zealand winter travellers; early booking is recommended.
Warm mornings with tropical afternoon showers that keep Ubud’s river valleys and rice terraces vibrant green.
Direct seasonal flights from Auckland, plus year-round one-stop connections from Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch via Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, or Singapore.
Arrival hubs: Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Covers Ubud & The Central Foothills, Uluwatu, Jimbaran & Nusa Dua, Seminyak & Canggu, Sidemen, Munduk & East Bali with private local guides
Arrive from Auckland (AKL) and transfer privately to your hotel in Ubud & The Central Foothills. Bali’s cultural and artistic heart sits among forested ravines and subak-irrigated rice terraces. Ubud is an ideal base for visiting water temples such as Tirta Empul, cycling down from Mount Batur, and staying in hillside pool villas. Includes walk the unesco-protected rice terraces of jatiluwih.
The limestone cliffs of the southern peninsula shelter white-sand coves, clifftop resorts, and calm reef-protected beaches at Nusa Dua. Jimbaran Bay is renowned for fresh seafood served right on the shoreline at dusk. Enjoy visit tirta empul water temple and the royal monuments of gunung kawi with time tailored for private specialist-guided monument, palace, and temple visits and evening street-food walks, market tastings, and regional dining.
Known for wide sunset beaches, contemporary dining, and private walled villas, the southwest coast combines easy access to Tanah Lot sea temple with vibrant boutique shopping. Enjoy watch sunset over the indian ocean at uluwatu or tanah lot with time tailored for private specialist-guided monument, palace, and temple visits and evening street-food walks, market tastings, and regional dining.
For travellers seeking classic rural Bali away from busy hubs, the valleys of Sidemen beneath Mount Agung and the waterfall trails of Munduk provide peaceful eco-lodges and traditional weaving villages. Enjoy cruise by catamaran to the reefs of nusa lembongan with time tailored for private specialist-guided monument, palace, and temple visits and evening street-food walks, market tastings, and regional dining.
