Bali, Indonesia
Temples, rice terraces, beaches, and wellness escapes.
Daily budget baseline: $55 USD. Beach + culture island trips
How much does a trip to Bali cost?
A practical midrange budget for Bali is about $55 USD per traveler per day. For a 7-day trip for two people, ground costs land around $603 USD before long-haul flights—usually cheapest in January, February, March, and November.
- Daily budget baseline: $55 USD / traveler
- 7 days for 2 people: ~$603 USD ground costs (2nd traveler ≈ 62% of daily rate, shared room)
- Usually cheapest: January, February, March, and November
- Busiest months: June, July, August, and December
Sample food prices
- Nasi goreng — avg $3.00 USD
- Babi guling — avg $6.00 USD
- Satay lilit — avg $4.00 USD
- Lawar — avg $4.00 USD
- Dadar gulung — avg $2.00 USD
Ground-cost planning assumptions dated July 2026. Use the calculator to personalize origin, dates, and group size. See how group size affects cost.
When is the best time to visit Bali?
Aim for April, May, September, and October if you want the best overall window. January, February, March, and November usually bring lower trip costs, while June, July, August, and December draw the biggest crowds.
What are the top things to do in Bali?
- Ubud Monkey Forest — Temple paths through a dense sanctuary.
- Tegallalang Rice Terraces — Classic emerald terraces near Ubud.
- Tanah Lot — Sea temple perched on a rocky outcrop.
- Uluwatu Temple — Cliffside temple with sunset and kecak dance.
- Seminyak / Canggu beaches — Beach clubs, surf, and café culture.
What's the food and dining like in Bali?
Must-try food in Bali usually includes Nasi goreng, Babi guling, Satay lilit. Typical plates below help you budget meals before you go.
- Nasi goreng — Indonesian fried rice with egg and sambal. (avg $3.00)
- Babi guling — Balinese roast pork, usually at local warungs. (avg $6.00)
- Satay lilit — Minced seafood or meat satay wrapped on lemongrass. (avg $4.00)
- Lawar — Mixed vegetable and minced meat salad with coconut. (avg $4.00)
- Dadar gulung — Green pandan crepe with coconut filling. (avg $2.00)