Exploring Bali and Java: A Two-Month Indonesia Adventure

We spent 2 months traveling in Indonesia on the islands of Bali and Java

The Route->

We started in Ubud on the island of Bali -> Island of Nusa Penida -> Island of Gili Air -> Island of Gili Meno -> back to Ubud -> Sanur/Denpasar -> Kuta -> Surabaya on the Island of Java -> Jogjakarta -> Jakarta. We went by plane, boats, trains and cars; whatever the route required, we took the transportation available to us and it was such an adventure!

A couple poses in front of ancient stone stupas at the Borobudur Temple, surrounded by lush mountains and a blue sky with clouds.

Click on the pictures below to read more about each place

Ubud

April 2026

A tall statue of a traditional figure holding a decorative object, set on a brick pedestal with trees and a partially constructed building in the background.

Nusa Penida

April 2026

A panoramic view of a resort pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with umbrellas providing shade. The sky is partly cloudy, and the ocean is visible in the distance.

Gili Air

May 2026

A woman in a floral dress stands on a dirt path surrounded by vibrant pink bougainvillea flowers. The narrow alley is lined with greenery and a wall, with two figures walking in the background.

Gili Meno

May 2026

Two snorkelers swimming underwater near a sea turtle in clear turquoise waters.

Sanur/Denpasar

May 2026

A man stands in front of an ornate temple with tall, intricate stone pillars and elaborate carvings, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Kuta

May 2026

A smiling couple takes a selfie in front of a large statue, with a partly cloudy sky in the background.

Surabaya

May 2026

Jogjakarta

June 2026

A couple posing for a photo in front of a large ancient temple structure during sunset, with intricate stone carvings visible nearby.

Jakarta

June 2026

Three people posing for a selfie, smiling and giving thumbs up. Two of them are wearing sunglasses. The background features a stone wall and outdoor setting.

Reflecting on our Time in Bali and Java

When we decided to quit our jobs and travel Asia (for as long as we can) we knew we wanted to visit Indonesia. We had a great time, and visited lots of places that amazed us, relaxed a bit and was unlike anything we had expected in the best of ways. Read about I learned, about their culture, and myself, by clicking below:

Read on!