1-Day Bali Itinerary from Ubud
A unique itinerary through little-known but very atmospheric places in Bali. Easy hiking, jungles, antiquities, and authentic Balinese aesthetics.
📍 Route info:
🚗 From Ubud: 35–40 minutes without stops / ~3 hours with stops
🚗 From Canggu: 44 km
🧭 Level: Easy
📍 1. Abandoned resort near Uma Bali
Next to the Uma Bali cafe, there's a turn where you can park your bike and descend to the abandoned resort. There you'll find ruins of buildings overgrown by jungles, a quiet atmosphere, and a pool with fish.
💰 Entry: Free
📸 A great spot for photos
📍 2. Ancut Petanu — river restaurant
On your way to the trail, stop at Ancut Petanu. It's currently under reconstruction; the kitchen is questionable, but the natural location is amazing 💥
Tip: Grab a drink and just relax with a river view.
📍 3. Mancingan Rice Terrace — path through rice fields
🌾 700 meters amidst greenery, palms, and water. The path is excellent, with rare benches on the sides.
🥥 Coconuts are sold here, there's a coffee shop with pastries and signature drinks (25–33k)
🛴 You can rent an electric scooter - 30k/hour
💰 Entry: By donation
📍 4. Goa Garba — 11th-century temple
An ancient temple carved into a rock. After payment, they provide a sarong. A descent to the river, moss, silence — everything we love, but not for long: 15 minutes is enough.
💰 Entry: 30k
🛵 Best to travel by bike
📷 Don't forget to charge your phone — there will be plenty to photograph.
Happy travels!