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In eight days, you\u2019ll uncover the best of Bali, before venturing off-grid to Komodo Island and the pink-sand beaches of Padar Island<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":88681,"menu_order":244,"template":"","thumbnail_video":null,"checkout_hero_banner":null,"acf":[],"template_id":"na","duration":8,"trip_limit":8,"img_header":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/komodo-dragon-Bali-1120x620.jpg","continent":"Asia","country":"Indonesia","countries":["Bali","Indonesia"],"prices_between":{"gbp":{"min":"\u00a32449","max":"\u00a32699"},"eur":{"min":"\u20ac2889","max":"\u20ac3179"},"usd":{"min":"$3309","max":"$3639"},"cad":{"min":"$4529","max":"$4989"},"aud":{"min":"$4499","max":"$4959"},"nzd":{"min":"$5019","max":"$5529"},"hkd":{"min":"$24609","max":"$27119"},"aed":{"min":"DH11559","max":"DH12739"}},"about":"

Introducing the best of Bali, combined with the off-grid beauty of its lesser-known neighbors (dragons and pink-sand beaches inclusive).\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your trip begins in Bali, the gateway to your Indonesian adventure. Here, you\u2019ll uncover its ornate temples, cycle through shimmering rice paddies and sail to Nusa Penida. It\u2019s then onto Flores, where you\u2019ll snorkel alongside manta rays and set off to uncover the real-life dragons of Komodo Island. You\u2019ll round it all off with an evening in Bali, sampling the best of the island\u2019s cuisine on a gastronomic vespa tour.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Expect the best of Bali infused with a touch of the uncharted. Are you in? <\/span><\/p>\n","highlights":[],"lang":"us","trip_type":[{"term_id":8452,"name":"Beach Escapes","slug":"beach-escapes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":8452,"taxonomy":"style","description":"More often than not, destinations that are perfect for solo adventures tend to come with picturesque coastlines and pristine beaches. That\u2019s why our list of beach vacations is long.","parent":0,"count":28,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"},{"term_id":11528,"name":"Escape The Crowds","slug":"escape-the-crowds","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":11528,"taxonomy":"style","description":"Volcanic islands, black deserts, remote oases\u2026 Sometimes, you just need to get as far away as possible and escape the crowds. If that\u2019s the case, let us take you on an off-grid adventure.","parent":0,"count":32,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"},{"term_id":8457,"name":"Wildlife","slug":"safari-trips","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":8457,"taxonomy":"style","description":"There are few moments more magical than spotting exotic and indigenous creatures in their natural habitat for the first time. It\u2019s why we\u2019ve crafted a series of global adventures around safaris and wildlife interactions, so why not take your pick?","parent":0,"count":20,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"}],"hidden":true,"seasons":["summer"],"scenery":[],"activities":[],"activity_level":["moderate"],"key_locations":"","itinerary":[{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Arrive in Denpasar Airport (DPS)","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Touch-down in Bali","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Welcome to Indonesia. Your first stop will be Bali, where a private transfer will greet you at the airport and whisk you off to your hotel. Here, you\u2019ll meet your fellow travelers and guide, before heading out for your first meal together.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Touch-down in Bali","text":"

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Catch a morning flight over to Labuan Bajo, a fishing town located on the western shore of Flores just across the water from Komodo. On arrival, take the rest of the afternoon to relax or explore at your leisure. In the evening, head out for a light sunset walk up the hill, soaking up the sights of twilight on the island.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"From Bali to Labuan Bajo ","text":"

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