2 nights, 3 days
Bali 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)
A 3-day route through Bali covering Tanah Lot, Sanur Beach, Goa Gajah, Pura Taman Ayun and other highlights, grouped so each day stays within a short travel distance.
Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 3, 2026
The whole route at a glance
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lines are straight connections, not actual routes.
DAY 1
Around Tanah Lot · Temples & religious sites
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningTanah Lot
Temples & religious sites
Tanah Lot is a rock formation off the Indonesian island of Bali. It is home to the ancient Hindu pilgrimage temple Pura Tanah Lot, a popular tourist and cultural icon for photography.
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AfternoonPura Taman Ayun
Temples & religious sites · 12.9 km from the previous stop
Pura Taman Ayun is a compound of Balinese temple and garden located in Mengwi district (kecamatan) in Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia. Its water features are an integral part of the local subak system.
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EveningPura Maospahit
Temples & religious sites · 13.1 km from the previous stop
Pura Maospahit is a Balinese Hindu temple or pura located in Denpasar, Bali. The pura is known for its bare red brick architecture, reminiscent of the architecture of the 13th-century Majapahit Kingdom, hence the name. Pura Maospahit is the only pura in Bali which was built using a concept known as Panca Mandala where the most sacred area is situated at the center instead of at the direction of the mountain.
DAY 2
Around Sanur Beach · Nature·Museums & galleries
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningSanur Beach
Nature
Sanur is a coastal stretch of beach east of Denpasar in southeast Bali, which has grown into a little town in its own right. A 5.1 km (3.2 mi) area of Sanur's coastline, from Matahari Terbit Beach to Mertasari Beach, was reclaimed in 2008.
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After lunchLe Mayeur Museum
Museums & galleries · 1 km from the previous stop
The Le Mayeur Museum is a museum containing Adrien-Jean Le Mayeur's work as well as his collection of traditional Balinese art and local artifacts. It is located on the seafront at Sanur, Bali, Indonesia.
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AfternoonBajra Sandhi Monument
Museums & galleries · 3.3 km from the previous stop
Bajra Sandhi Monument is a monument to the struggles of the Balinese people throughout history. The monument is located in front of the Bali Governor's Office in Denpasar, Indonesia, on the island of Bali. The monument was built in 1987, and inaugurated by President Megawati Sukarnoputri on 14 June 2003.
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EveningHoly Spirit Cathedral
Temples & religious sites · 0.5 km from the previous stop
The Holy Spirit Cathedral also called Denpasar Cathedral is a religious building affiliated with the Catholic Church located in the city of Denpasar on the island of Bali in the south of the Asian country of Indonesia.
DAY 3
Around Goa Gajah · Heritage & monuments·Temples & religious sites
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningGoa Gajah
Heritage & monuments
Goa Gajah, lit. meaning "The Elephant Cave", is located in Gianyar on the island of Bali near Ubud, in Indonesia. Built in the 9th century, it served as a sanctuary.
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After lunchPura Penataran Sasih
Temples & religious sites · 1.3 km from the previous stop
Pura Penataran Sasih is a Hindu temple in Pejeng village, Bali. According to a modern chronogram displayed at the entrance, it was founded in 1266 AD and served as the state temple of the Pejeng Kingdom.
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AfternoonAgung Rai Museum of Art
Museums & galleries · 3.5 km from the previous stop
The Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) is a museum located in Ubud on Bali, Indonesia.
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EveningUbud Monkey Forest
Parks & gardens · 0.4 km from the previous stop
Mandala Suci Wenara Wana, also known as Ubud Monkey Forest, is a sanctuary located in Padangtegal, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia. As of 2023, about 1,260 Balinese long-tailed macaque monkeys lived in the Ubud Monkey Forest.
Where to stay for this itinerary
Around Tanah Lot, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.
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Nirjhara ★★★★★
2.0 km
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EchoBeachVilla ★★★★
5.5 km · Pererenan
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Ecosfera
5.7 km
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COMO Uma Canggu ★★★★★
5.8 km · Canggu
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Full moon
6.0 km
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Aston Canggu Beach Resort ★★★★
6.3 km · Canggu
Locations and names come from OpenStreetMap. Check prices and availability on the booking sites.
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