Bali Day Trips with a Private Driver — 8 Routes Worth Your Day
One island, eight very different days: temple sunsets, volcano sunrises, rice terraces and hidden beaches — each with a realistic route and what it costs with a private driver.
← Private DriversThe 8 best day trips (and how long each takes)
| Day trip | Duration | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Ubud highlights — Tegallalang, Tirta Empul, Gunung Kawi | Full day (10h) | First-timers, culture |
| Uluwatu sunset + Kecak — temple, fire dance, Jimbaran dinner | Half day (6h) | Couples, sunsets |
| Mount Batur sunrise — crater rim, hot springs | Half day + (2 AM start) | Hikers, photographers |
| East loop — Sidemen, Tirta Gangga, Lempuyang | Full day (10h) | Instagram shots |
| Kintamani loop — volcano views, coffee, waterfalls | Full day (10h) | Scenery, coffee |
| Tanah Lot sunset — sea temple at low tide | Half day (6h) | Easy days, families |
| Nusa Penida west loop — Kelingking, Billabong, Broken Beach | Full day (boat + island car) | Adventurers — see our Nusa Penida page |
| Bukit beach loop — Padang Padang, Melasti, Suluban | Half day (6h) | Beach days, swimming |
Prices
| Vehicle | Passengers | Per day (10h) |
|---|---|---|
 Compact 4-Seater (AC) | Up to 4 | IDR 950K · $59 · €54 |
 SUV 5-Seater (AC) | Up to 5 | IDR 1.2M · $75 · €68 |
 Family MPV 7-Seater (AC) | Up to 7 | IDR 1.8M · $113 · €102 |
All-in pricing: fuel, parking and driver meal included. Additional hours and multi-day trips get a fixed all-in quote upfront.
How to pick your day
- Limited time? — Uluwatu sunset or Tanah Lot: big payoff, half-day effort.
- First trip to Bali? — the Ubud highlights loop is the classic introduction.
- Chasing photos? — the east loop with an early start (see our Instagram tour page).
- Active travellers? — Mount Batur sunrise, then hot springs to recover.
Check our Gili Islands guide, Nusa Penida guide, Padang Bai port guide and seasonal guide to slot the day into a longer itinerary.
Book your driver on WhatsApp
Tell us your dates, area and itinerary — get a fixed quote within minutes. Pay in full online to confirm — free cancellation up to 24h before.
Chat on WhatsApp →Frequently asked questions
What is the best day trip from Bali with a driver?
For first-timers, the Ubud highlights loop (Tegallalang, Tirta Empul, Gunung Kawi). For sunset lovers, Uluwatu + Kecak. For photos, the east loop with a sunrise start.
How much does a day trip with a private driver cost?
Full day (10h) IDR 950,000–1,200,000 (~$59–75); per day (10h) from IDR 950,000. All-in for up to 4 passengers.
Can we do Nusa Penida as a day trip?
Yes — fast boat from Sanur plus an island driver; see our Nusa Penida private driver page for the package.
What time do sunrise trips start?
Mount Batur and Lempuyang photo runs start with pickup around 2:00–3:00 AM — your driver adjusts to your hotel location.