Itinerary
Three days on the calm side of Bali
3 Days in Nusa Dua: An Itinerary from Paradisus by Meliá Bali
A day by the lagoon, a temple beyond the gate and a slow day at the resort, planned around the Daily Excursions of the Destination Inclusive® programme.
Three days in Nusa Dua is enough to see the best of Bali’s calm south without long drives. Paradisus by Meliá Bali is 12 km, about 20 minutes by road, from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport. Spend day one by the lagoon, with a Balinese craft workshop and dinner at one of eight restaurants; day two at a temple beyond the gate, either Uluwatu at sunset or Tanah Lot and Taman Ayun in the morning; and day three slowly, with yoga, the courts and YHI Spa. On an all-inclusive stay the excursions, meals and activities in this plan are included, and spa treatments have 20% off. Bed-and-breakfast rates are also available.
Day 1
Arrive, then slow down
Land at Ngurah Rai and you are at the resort in about 20 minutes. Spend the first afternoon on the beach in front of the resort, which faces a calm, sheltered lagoon, or join the Balinese culture session at 2 pm: batik, janur, penjor or canang sari, usually held at Kanna Rooftop Bar.
Stay on for a sunset drink, then have dinner at Tokimeku (Japanese) or Samira (Middle Eastern), both Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2026 winners.
Day 2
A temple beyond the gate
Choose by the day of the week. On Tuesday and Friday, the Tanah Lot & Taman Ayun Temple excursion leaves at 7.30 am: the sea temple on its rock and the royal temple of Mengwi in one morning. On Monday and Thursday, Uluwatu Sacred Sights & Sounds leaves at 4 pm for the clifftop temple above the Indian Ocean at sunset. Both are included for all-inclusive guests, and children are welcome.
Spend the other half of the day on the four slides of the Aquazone Water Theme Park, or with an hour of stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling or kayaking from the beach. End the day with dinner at Peseta (Spanish) or ARUM (Asian).
Terms & Conditions
Activities and schedules are subject to change, modification, or cancellation at any time due to weather conditions, operational requirements, safety considerations, or unforeseen circumstances.
We appreciate your understanding and recommend checking with our team for the latest updates.
Day 3
A slow day at the resort
Start with yoga at Taman Surya Garden from the daily Life Enriching Program, then take an hour on the tennis, pickleball or padel courts at the Sports Centre, open 7 am to 10 pm. On Wednesday at 2 pm, the Hotel Temple Visit is a guided visit to one of the two temples in the resort grounds.
Leave the afternoon for YHI Spa, where all-inclusive guests have 20% off treatments, and end with dinner at Kanna Beach Restaurant (South American grill) or Malva.
Two ways to spend it
With children, or just the two of you
With children
Three days as a family
- The Kidsdom opens at 9 am for ages 4 to 12, free for guests staying at the resort
- YOURWAY Teen Club for ages 13 to 18
- The Aquazone Water Theme Park, with four slides
- Marshmallows by the beach at 6 pm, then family movie night at Kidsdom by the Beach from 6.30 to 9 pm
- The Devdan Show for Family Concierge guests on an all-inclusive stay
The Reserve
Three days as a couple
- The Reserve, the adults-only area for guests 16 and over, with its own pool and beach
- Santé, the French restaurant for guests of The Reserve
- Balikaru Village Experience, Wednesday and Saturday at 7 am: a day at the foot of Mount Batukaru with hands-on Balinese cooking
- The Devdan Show, Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 7.15 pm
- Balikaru and the Devdan Show are both included for The Reserve guests on an all-inclusive stay
Plan by day
The week beyond the gate
Arrive on a Monday or a Thursday and both temple excursions fall within three days.
| Day | Experience | Departs | Included for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Uluwatu Sacred Sights & Sounds | 4 pm | All-inclusive guests |
| Monday | Devdan Show, Treasure of the Archipelago | 7.15 pm | The Reserve and Family Concierge guests on an all-inclusive stay |
| Tuesday | Tanah Lot & Taman Ayun Temple | 7.30 am | All-inclusive guests |
| Wednesday | Balikaru Village Experience | 7 am | The Reserve guests on an all-inclusive stay |
| Wednesday | Devdan Show, Treasure of the Archipelago | 7.15 pm | The Reserve and Family Concierge guests on an all-inclusive stay |
| Thursday | Uluwatu Sacred Sights & Sounds | 4 pm | All-inclusive guests |
| Friday | Tanah Lot & Taman Ayun Temple | 7.30 am | All-inclusive guests |
| Saturday | Balikaru Village Experience | 7 am | The Reserve guests on an all-inclusive stay |
| Saturday | Devdan Show, Treasure of the Archipelago | 7.15 pm | The Reserve and Family Concierge guests on an all-inclusive stay |
Guests on bed-and-breakfast rates can join the Uluwatu and Tanah Lot & Taman Ayun excursions and the Devdan Show for an additional charge. Times may change; the Guest Experience team confirms each departure. The Life Enriching Program can change from week to week.
Terms & Conditions
Activities and schedules are subject to change, modification, or cancellation at any time due to weather conditions, operational requirements, safety considerations, or unforeseen circumstances.
We appreciate your understanding and recommend checking with our team for the latest updates.
Frequently asked questions
Is 3 days enough in Nusa Dua?
Yes, for a relaxed trip. Three days allows a day by the lagoon, a temple excursion to Uluwatu or to Tanah Lot and Taman Ayun, and a slow day of yoga, sport and spa, with dinner at a different restaurant each night.
How far is Nusa Dua from Bali airport?
Paradisus by Meliá Bali is 12 km, about 20 minutes by road, from Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Which day should I arrive?
Arriving on a Monday or a Thursday puts both temple excursions within three days: Uluwatu leaves at 4 pm on Mondays and Thursdays, and Tanah Lot & Taman Ayun at 7.30 am on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Are the excursions included?
On an all-inclusive stay, yes. Uluwatu and Tanah Lot & Taman Ayun are included for all-inclusive guests, the Balikaru Village Experience for The Reserve guests, and the Devdan Show for The Reserve and Family Concierge guests. Bed-and-breakfast guests can join some of them for an additional charge.
Can children join the temple excursions?
Yes. Children are welcome on the Uluwatu and the Tanah Lot & Taman Ayun excursions.
Plan your three days
Book directly with Meliá, or ask the team which days suit the excursions you want.
