Bali, Gili, Lombok: Sacred temples to island adventure

It's happening: your Bali dream is coming true! And what better time than now?! With your suitcase packed, sunglasses on and a big grin on your face, you board the plane and head for the island vibes – halfway around the world and straight towards the sun. The countdown to adventure, rice terraces and beach days is on. And you're SO ready. Let the magic begin!

With your nose pressed to the window of the plane, you feverishly await your landing in Denpasar as Bali greets you from afar with a unique mosaic of white sand, green jungle and turquoise water.

Next stop: your accommodation, where you fall into your new bed overjoyed. You're finally here! You take a short breather, then head off to discover the natural world that surrounds you. 'Wow!' Ubud is colourful, hip and, with its seven temples and lush green nature, simply magical. Your imagination starts running wild as you consider all you want to do and experience here. And then a smile creeps across your face – you can hardly wait!

Vibes, vibes and more vibes – bursting with temples, art, alleyways and next-level food, Ubud is a total mood! Today, you're starting off in the city centre for some awesome exploring. Between the colourful shops, handmade souvenirs and little art galleries, there's pure creativity here – and, of course, endless food spots! From superfood bowls to local warung cuisine, you're in foodie heaven. Up for a little monkey business? Of course you are! The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary (optional, payable on site) is home to over 600 macaques. Get lost among the ancient trees, twisting vines and free-hanging roots and become part of the wilderness yourself.

No one who visits Bali can do without a trip to the famous Gate of Heaven, which is exactly where you're heading today – and you're doing it all on your own! You find plenty of local transport companies in Ubud with which you can arrange a driver to take you to the east of the island (optional, payable on site). So you hire one, and during the ride there, you just can't stop grabbing shots of the incredible views all around you. When you arrive at Lempuyang Temple, you take a reverent stroll through the complex before heading to one of the all-time greatest Insta spots, the impressive Gate of Heaven. From here, you’ve got an incredible view of the Agung volcano and the perfect opportunity for epic pics. So you strike a pose – CLICK – and there you have it! Want to make the most of your time while you're out and about? Then find a ride and check out one of Bali's most beautiful water temples, Tirta Gangga. When you get there, you'll have the chance to hop through the water on stone slabs and soak up the magical atmosphere. What a perfect day in paradise!