How to Plan Your First Bali Trip from Delhi A Simple Guide for 2025
Table of Contents How to Plan Your First Bali Trip from Delhi A Simple Guide for 2025 So you have finally decided to go to Bali. Good decision. Bali is one of those places that people talk about for years after visiting. The beaches are real. The temples are stunning. The food is great. And somehow everything feels more relaxed the moment you land there. But if this is your first international trip — or even just your first time going to Bali it can feel a little overwhelming at first. Flights, visa, hotels, currency, packing — where do you even start? Do not worry. This guide breaks everything down into 10 simple steps. No complicated language. No confusing travel jargon. Just straightforward advice that actually helps you plan a great trip. Let us get started. Why Bali? Beaches. Temples. Great food. Cheap luxury. Friendly people. And from Delhi — it is closer and easier to reach than most people think. Let’s plan your trip. Step 1 — Set Your Budget First things first. Decide how much you want to spend. ₹35,000 – ₹55,000 → Budget trip with flights. 3-star hotel. Covers everything essential. ₹55,000 – ₹90,000 → Mid-range. 4-star hotel. More comfort. More activities. ₹90,000 – ₹1,50,000+ → Luxury. Private pool villa. Honeymoon-level experience. Booking a package is almost always cheaper than booking everything separately. Step 2 — Pick the Right Month This one decision changes your whole experience. Go in: May, June, September, October Dry weather. Sunny days. Best value. Busy but beautiful: July, August Great weather but crowded. Book early. Try to avoid: November to January Monsoon season. Heavy rains daily. Step 3 — How Many Days Do You Need? 5 Days Tight but doable. Covers the basics. 6 Days Perfect for first-timers. ✅ Recommended. 7 Days Relaxed pace. Great for couples. 9-10 Days Add Gili Islands. Full experience. Most people from Delhi go for 5 nights / 6 days and come back completely satisfied. Step 4 — Flights from Delhi No direct flights right now. You will have one stop — usually Kuala Lumpur, Singapore or Bangkok. Route Time Cheapest Fare AirAsia via KL 8–10 hrs ₹10,000+ IndiGo via KL 9–11 hrs ₹12,000+ Singapore Airlines 9–11 hrs ₹28,000+ 3 quick tips: Book 6–8 weeks early Use Google Flights flexible dates Avoid school holiday windows Step 5 — Visa? Super Easy. Indians do NOT need a visa before going to Bali. You get it at the airport. That’s it. Visa on Arrival: Fee — USD 35 (around ₹2,900) Valid — 30 days Takes — 15 to 30 minutes at airport counter Carry — USD 35 cash + printed return ticket + passport 💡 Want to skip the airport queue? Apply for e-VOA online before you fly. Same fee. Pre-approved entry. Step 6 — Choose Your Package Your Trip Best Package Price First timer Bali Basic (5D/4N) ₹12,039/person General holiday Beautiful Bali (6D/5N) ₹15,499/person Honeymoon Romantic with Pool Villa ₹31,999/person Family Bali for Families ₹20,399/person Extended stay Glimpses of Bali (7D/6N) ₹38,299/person All packages are fully customisable. Call or WhatsApp anytime. Step 7 — Where to Go in Bali Kuta — Beaches, shopping, nightlife. Great base for first-timers. Ubud — Rice terraces, temples, culture. Must visit. At least one full day. Seminyak — Beach clubs, good restaurants. Perfect for couples. Nusa Dua — Calm beaches, luxury resorts. Best for families. Nusa Penida — That famous T-Rex cliff. Snorkelling. Day trip by boat. Simple 6-Day Plan: Day Plan Day 1 Arrive → Kuta Beach → Dinner Day 2 Tanah Lot → Uluwatu → Kecak Fire Dance Day 3 Ubud — Rice terraces, temple, Monkey Forest Day 4 Nusa Penida island full day Day 5 Water sports → Spa → Farewell dinner Day 6 Breakfast → Check out → Fly home Step 8 — Money in Bali Bali uses Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). How much to carry for 6 days: Budget traveller — ₹1,500 to ₹3,500 per day Mid-range traveller — ₹4,000 to ₹8,000 per day Quick tips: Exchange money at Thomas Cook in Delhi — better rates than airport Use Grab app instead of street taxis. Always cheaper. Tell your bank you are travelling. Some banks block international cards automatically. Always count your cash at exchange counters. Shortchanging tourists is common at unofficial counters. Step 9 — Travel Insurance Costs just ₹500 to ₹2,000 for a week. Covers: Hospital bills (can be huge without insurance) Flight delays Lost luggage Trip cancellation Stolen passport Buy it on PolicyBazaar in 5 minutes. Don’t skip this. Step 10 — Packing List Keep it light. Bali is hot all year. Clothes: Light cotton outfits Modest wear for temples Swimwear + flip flops Rain jacket (June–October) Comfortable walking shoes Documents: Passport (6+ months valid) Printed flight ticket + hotel booking USD 35 cash for visa Insurance documents Must-haves: Sunscreen SPF 50+ ☀️ Mosquito repellent Power bank Basic medicines Before You Leave — Quick Checklist Budget decided Dates in dry season Flights booked Package confirmed USD 35 cash packed separately Travel insurance done Bank notified Google Maps Bali downloaded offline Passport valid 6+ months All ticked? You are ready. ✅ Quick FAQs Total trip cost? ₹35,000 budget ₹1,50,000 luxury. Per person including flights. Visa before going? No. Get it at Bali airport. USD 35 cash. How many days? 6 days is perfect for first-timers. Is Bali safe? Very safe. Large Indian tourist community there. Vegetarian food available? Yes especially in Ubud and Seminyak. Tap water safe? No. Always drink bottled water.