Arriving at Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport puts you within easy reach of the island's most stylish and cosmopolitan beach town - Seminyak. With its boutique shops, hip cafes, trendy beach clubs and luxurious beachfront resorts, Seminyak exudes tropical sophistication. Hiring a scooter or motorcycle is the best way to explore its lush backstreets, dotted with boutiques selling clothing, jewelry, homewares and more by local designers.
Cruise along the main Jalan Raya Seminyak road to absorb the lively atmosphere before heading to Petitenget Temple. This ornate Hindu sea temple on the beach provides both cultural insight and sensational sunset views. Continue up the coast to surfers' haven Echo Beach, where swells roll in off the Indian Ocean.
Stop for a juice or cold Bintang at one of the rustic beach bars dotted along the sand. Further north lies peaceful Pererenan Beach, with calmer waves perfect for swimming and relaxed seaside dining. Or head inland to marvel at rice paddy fields and lush jungle as you ride to Batubelig and Canggu.
Here trendy nightlife awaits, from beach clubs to live music venues and hip cocktail bars. Seminyak also provides easy access to cultural sites like Tanah Lot sea temple, and the artistic town of Ubud. Or ride east through mountains, terraced rice paddies and villages to the volcanic black sand beach of Candidasa on the east coast.
With so much to explore on two wheels, hiring a motorbike or scooter ensures you can discover Bali's best at your own pace. After a day of adventure, relax as the sun sets with a chilled Bintang watching the waves roll in along Seminyak's world-famous beach.