Bali is one of the smaller islands of the Indonesian archipelago, but without a doubt the most famous. Home to around 4.4 million locals, it welcomes nearly 15 million visitors each year, both Indonesian and international. With numbers like these, it’s no surprise that words such as “over-tourism” or “overrated” often get attached to Bali. And yet, despite the crowds, there is another side to the island, a side that is slower, lesser-known, and in my opinion absolutely worth taking the time to explore. This itinerary is designed with that in mind: a week-long journey for Bali first-timers that...