Quick answer: Bali (Ubud) runs about EUR 45 per day mid-range - noticeably less if you eat local and walk. Cheapest window: April–June or September (dry, fewer crowds).
What things actually cost
| nasi goreng at a warung | 2 EUR |
| fresh young coconut | 1 EUR |
| one-hour Balinese massage | 8 EUR |
| drop-in yoga class | 8 EUR |
| scooter rental per day | 5 EUR |
| Gojek ride across town | 1.50 EUR |
Eat well for little
- Nasi campur at a local warungrice with a spread of vegetables, tempeh and meats, 2-3 EUR at places like Warung Biah Biah
- Babi guling (Balinese roast suckling pig)the island's signature dish; a mixed plate costs about 4 EUR
- Sate lilitminced fish satay grilled on lemongrass sticks, about 3 EUR a portion
- Smoothie bowls and specialty coffee on Jalan GoutamaUbud's cafe strip, bowls run 4-5 EUR
- Bebek betutu (slow-roasted duck)order a few hours ahead at traditional restaurants, about 8 EUR
Money mistakes to avoid
- Renting a scooter without a motorbike license or riding experience - travel insurance is void without the right license, and Ubud's narrow wet roads are unforgiving; hire a driver instead
- Visiting the Tegallalang rice terraces at middayarrive before 8 am for soft light and near-empty terraces instead of queues at every swing and viewpoint
- Wearing sunglasses, dangling cameras or carrying visible snacks in the Monkey Forest - the macaques are professional thieves and will grab anything loose
- Relying on cardsmany warungs, drivers and temple entries are cash only; carry small rupiah notes and use ATMs attached to banks
Transport without the tourist tax
From Denpasar Airport a prebooked private driver to Ubud costs 15-20 EUR and takes about 1.5 hours depending on traffic. In and around Ubud use Gojek or Grab for short hops (1-2 EUR), rent a scooter for 4-5 EUR per day only if properly licensed, or hire a private driver for a full sightseeing day at 35-45 EUR.
Planning the full trip? Start with the 4-day Bali (Ubud) itinerary.