Planning a holiday to Bali? Here's the cost details that need to be prepared

Bali is still the top of mind vacation spot for many people. ‍Because there are many tourist destinations that can be visited in Bali ranging from beaches with its beauty, various unique cultural performances to delicious culinary places.

Well, if now you are still saving up for a vacation plan to Bali, then you found the right article. Here's the details of the expenses that need to be prepared for a vacation to the island of the Gods!

1. Travel tickets

The price of a holiday ticket to Bali can vary greatly depending on the city of origin and the type of transport you choose. To save more money, you can book airline tickets all day long, taking advantage of promos from the app travel, or opt for flights outside the long holiday season and weekends, as prices typically spike in those periods.

If you want a more economical and relaxed option, taking buses and ferries can also be interesting options. Although it takes longer, this option is friendlier in the pocket. This method is also suitable for those of you who like adventure and want to experience the experience of crossing the island before enjoying the beauty of Bali.

2. lodging

In addition to travel tickets, you also need to prepare budget for lodging. There are a lot of options according to budget and your holiday style. Cheap lodging like hostel, guest house, or homestays usually priced at around IDR 100,000—IDR 300,000 per night for a simple room or type shared-room. For mid-range hotels, such as 3-4 star hotels, the price ranges from Rp400,000—Rp900,000 per night, depending on location and facilities. If you want a more luxurious experience, such as staying in a private villa or resort 5 stars with premium facilities, prepare budget from IDR 1,700,000 per night and above.

Accommodation prices can rise during the holiday season or if the location is close to beaches and popular tourist areas, so you should compare prices at several platforms before ordering to get the best deal. In order to be able to best deal, You can book all day long or take advantage hotel and airfare deals from an Honest credit card. Honest works with Mastercard and platforms trips like tiket.com provide attractive discounts for traveler. For example, there are discounts of up to IDR 800,000 on hotel bookings and airfares to popular destinations like Bali, as well as a free one-night promo at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, which also has several properties in the Bali area.

Nope Just that, if after Bali you plan to continue your vacation abroad, Honest also has excellent features”No FX Fee” (0% foreign transaction fee). Typically, using a credit card abroad will incur an additional charge of about 2.5% — 3.25% of the total transaction. But if you pay the bill with an honest credit card, nope need to worry about that all transactions abroad are free of additional fees, aka 0% FX Fee. So, you can shop or pay for hotels abroad without fear of hidden fees.

In addition, Honest through the Honest App also offers the Honest Savings feature, digital savings with competitive interest of 4% per year, free transfers to your liking, and with no monthly fees or admin fees you can use to plan your vacation. Interestingly, the more often you save at Honest Savings, the greater your chances of raising your Honest credit card limit, as your savings balance and credit card limit can grow together. Honest Savings is the result of cooperation with Bina Digital Bank from Bank INA, part of Salim Group, which is licensed and supervised by OJK and Bank Indonesia, so it is guaranteed to be safe and reliable.

Plus, the Honest credit card application process is also notoriously easy with 90% rate d'approbation, as well as the existence of Honest Points that you can collect every time you transact and exchange for various recompense interesting. So, from a vacation in Bali to an adventure abroad, everything can more frugalIt's safe and profitable if you use Honest.

3. Transportation in Bali

During your vacation in Bali, you have many transportation options according to your needs and budget. If you want to explore freely without schedule, renting a motorcycle is the most popular option among tourists. The rate is quite affordable, about IDR 80,000-IDR 150,000 per day, depending on the type of bike and the duration of the rental.

If you are vacationing with friends or family, renting a car can be a more convenient option. The cost starts from IDR 400,000—IDR 700,000 per day, depending on the type of car and whether you rent with a driver or not. If you want a more practical way, transportation online are also easily found in almost all major tourist areas. The rate is transparent and can be adjusted to the distance. In addition, in some areas such as Ubud, Sanur, and Seminyak, electric bike rental is also available or scooters small suitable for leisurely walks around the inn.

4. Sightseeing entrance ticket

The cost of a holiday to Bali for 1 week for admission to various popular tourist destinations is considered quite affordable, depending on which place you want to visit. On average, entrance tickets to tourist attractions in Bali are in the range of Rp10,000—Rp250,000 per person, depending on the type of tourist. For nature and beach tours, you only need to pay a tax of IDR 10,000 to IDR 25,000 and a parking fee of about Rp5,000—Rp10,000. If you want to enjoy the typical Balinese scenery in famous places such as Tanah Lot or Uluwatu Temple, the entrance ticket is around IDR 50,000—Rp60,000 per person.

For those interested in Ubud's natural atmosphere, tickets to Tegalalang Rice Terrace and Tegenungan Waterfall generally range from Rp20,000—Rp30.000. While for cultural tours such as Pura Tirta Empul or Pura Besakih, you can prepare around Rp30,000—Rp50,000 per visit.

If you want to enjoy a family tourist experience, such as to Bali Zoo or Bali Safari & Marine Park, the ticket price is slightly higher starting from IDR 150,000-IDR 250,000 per person, depending on the package selected. If you plan to cross to Nusa Penida, round-trip fast boat tickets from Sanur range from Rp250,000—Rp350,000, with additional entrance tickets to some famous spots such as Kelingking Beach and Broken Beach around Rp10,000—Rp25,000.

5. Eating and drinking

The cost of a holiday to Bali for eating and drinking can also be adjusted to the pocket. If you want to save money, many local stalls and simple eateries offer typical Balinese menus such as rolled rice, chicken betutu, or satay lilit with prices ranging from Rp20,000—Rp40,000 per serving. In addition to being cheap, it also tastes authentic and suitable for those of you who want to experience the typical taste of Bali without spending a lot of money.

6. Souvenir 

Finally, for souvenirs it is optional, but it feels less complete when returning from Bali without bringing something for family or friends. The options are many and can be adapted to budget you. For typical foods such as milk pie, Bali beans, or Kintamani coffee, the price ranges from Rp30,000—Rp100,000 per pack. If you prefer items, there are t-shirts, souvenirs, to local handicrafts such as wicker bags, bracelets, and wooden sculptures with prices ranging from Rp20,000—Rp300,000, depending on size and quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How to get cheap tickets to Bali?

Make the purchase of a flight ticket the next day, approximately 1 month before departure.

2. Do you need to use the services of a travel guide for a vacation to Bali?

Depends on needs. Using the services of a tour guide can make planning a vacation trip easier, but there will be additional costs.

3. Where to go to cheap and interesting vacation destinations in Bali?

Some tourist attractions in Bali are advertised with cheap ticket prices and even some can be accessed for free, such as beaches and parks. More information can be accessed on social media or websites.