Bali, Indonesia

Trip inspired by One Life Adventures's "Bali Classic" route, generated independently with the operator margin removed — not booked with or affiliated with One Life Adventures. Setting my own date, looking for trip mates to join. Experience the very best of Bali independently — without the group tour price tag. This self-launched 12-day itinerary covers all the classic highlights: the cultural heart of Ubud, the volcanic landscapes of Kintamani, the surf beaches of Seminyak and Canggu, the sacred sea temple of Tanah Lot, and the laid-back island vibes of Nusa Lembongan. By booking your own accommodation, transport, and activities, you can replicate the full group tour experience for a fraction of the cost. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

Travel Crew

~£460

This self-launched version of INTRO Travel's popular 15-day Bali Experience takes you island-hopping across Bali's most iconic destinations — Seminyak, Uluwatu, Lovina, Gili Trawangan, Ubud, and Nusa Lembongan — at a fraction of the group tour price. Replace the guided minibus with local bemos, shared shuttles, and fast boats; swap the tour leader for GetYourGuide-bookable day trips and cooking classes; and bunk in quality hostels and guesthouses throughout. All the same sunrises, surf lessons, snorkelling with turtles, and volcano treks — just on your own schedule. Costs below are approximate estimates per person based on budget/backpacker rates.

Travel Crew

~£600

Experience the very best of Bali independently — from surf lessons in Canggu and sunrise hikes on Mount Batur, to island-hopping around the Gilis and exploring the dramatic cliffs of Nusa Penida. This self-launched itinerary replicates the Gap360 Bali Adventure tour stop-for-stop, swapping group tour mark-ups for locally booked activities, shared transport, and excellent budget-friendly hotels. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current backpacker rates.

Travel Crew

~£530

Same epic volcanoes, temples, snorkelling and jungle vibes across Java and Bali — minus the premium price tag. This self-launched version follows the exact same route, swapping 4–5 star boutique hotels for excellent guesthouses and mid-range stays, guided activities for self-bookable tours via GetYourGuide and local operators, and private transfers for trains, public buses and shared shuttles. All costs are approximate per-person estimates for a solo budget-conscious traveller.

Travel Crew

~£640

This self-launched version of Bali's epic 100km coast-to-coast trek takes you from the south coast at Tabanan all the way north to Lovina — through rice paddies, coffee plantations, dense jungle and past spectacular waterfalls — without the group tour price tag. You'll hire a local freelance trekking guide, stay in budget guesthouses and mountain homestays along the route, and use local transport for transfers. The route follows the same incredible trail dubbed 'Indonesia's Camino', but on your own schedule and at a fraction of the cost.

Travel Crew

~£550

Everything INTRO Travel's Bali Experience covers — Seminyak sunsets, Gili islands, Ubud cooking classes, volcano treks, and Nusa Lembongan snorkelling — planned independently and at a fraction of the price. You'll swap the group leader for your own sense of adventure, book the same activities via GetYourGuide and Klook, and stay in well-reviewed hostels and guesthouses throughout. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates in Bali.

Travel Crew

~£620

Summit three legendary Indonesian volcanoes — Mount Catur, Mount Agung, and Mount Rinjani — on this epic island-hopping adventure across Bali and Lombok. This self-launched version replaces the guided group tour with independently booked treks, local guesthouses, public speedboats, and self-arranged permits, slashing the cost while keeping every single summit. You'll still camp on Rinjani's crater rim under the Milky Way, soak in volcanic hot springs at Segara Anak Lake, and explore Ubud's rice terraces and temples — just on your own schedule and at a fraction of the price.

Travel Crew

~£533

This self-launched version of G Adventures' Bali Adventure takes you on the same iconic journey from Seminyak to Candi Dasa — rice terraces, volcanic lakes, hot springs, traditional markets, village homestays, and temple-hopping — at a fraction of the cost. Swap private group transport for shared shuttles and hired scooters, and replace guided group accommodation with quality budget guesthouses and community homestays you book directly. Bali is one of the world's most well-trodden backpacker destinations, making it easy to replicate this itinerary independently with superb local transport links, affordable warungs, and self-bookable experiences on GetYourGuide and Klook. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

Travel Crew

~£405

Same wild Bali adventure — Canggu surf, volcano sunrise, traditional village stays, Ubud temples and rice terraces — without the group tour price tag. This self-launched version swaps private tour vehicles for shared bemos and tourist shuttles, replaces guided hostel packages with direct bookings, and keeps all the highlights: surf lessons, a homestay in Bulian, Mount Batur at dawn, the PKP Community visit, and Ubud's spiritual and artsy buzz. Estimated cost is roughly £220–£270 per person all-in, compared to ~£470 with G Adventures.

Travel Crew

~£250

This self-launched version of TruTravels' popular Bali Experience covers the same iconic route — Canggu, Ubud, and Gili Trawangan — at a fraction of the price. Swap the guided group tour for independent travel using local transport, self-bookable activities via GetYourGuide and Klook, and budget-friendly hostels and guesthouses. You'll surf Kuta Beach, explore Ubud's rice terraces, cook a Balinese feast, island-hop the Gilis, and cycle around car-free Gili T — all on your own terms. Estimated cost is approximately £280–£330 per person for 10 days, excluding flights, compared to ~£450 for the guided group tour.

Travel Crew

~£310

This self-launched version of the popular Bali Highlight Tour takes you through Bali's most iconic temples, rice terraces, waterfalls, and beaches — from Sanur and Kuta up through Ubud and down to Uluwatu — without the private driver price tag. By booking activities independently via GetYourGuide or Klook, using local ride-hailing apps (Gojek/Grab) and renting a scooter where practical, and staying in well-reviewed budget hotels and guesthouses near each hub, you can experience everything the original tour offers for a fraction of the $850/£670 per-person price. All cost estimates are approximate and based on current backpacker rates.

Travel Crew

~£320

A self-launched version of the classic Dubai-to-Bali journey — swap the guided group tour for independent exploration and save hundreds. Spend 4 nights soaking up Dubai's glittering skyline, souks and desert vibes before flying to Ubud, Bali for jungle treks, a volcanic sunrise hike up Mount Batur, rice terrace walks and beach days in Sanur and Uluwatu. All activities are bookable directly or via GetYourGuide/Klook, and local transport is covered by buses, shared taxis and Grab. Costs are estimated per person and are approximate.

Travel Crew

~£960