"Bali & Lombok Honeymoon – Is this itinerary good? (~$5-6K Budget, 14 Days, July 2025)"

Hi everyone!

My spouse and I are planning our honeymoon in Bali, Lombok, and the Gili Islands in July 2025. We love quiet beaches, swimming, and a mix of relaxation and exploration. We’re trying to balance a comfortable but not overly hectic itinerary.

Our tentative plan (14 Days, ~$5-6K USD excluding flights):

✅ 4 Nights Nusa Dua – Staying at a beachfront resort, fully relaxing at the hotel. ✅ 3 Nights Ubud – Exploring rice terraces, waterfalls, light sightseeing. ✅ 3 Nights in Gili Islands (undecided: Gili Air or Gili Trawangan?) – Swimming, snorkeling, and island hopping. ✅ 1 Night in Denpasar before flying home.

Questions we have:

1. Gili Air or Gili Trawangan? We want a balance—social but not too crowded.

2. Should we consider staying in Senggigi (Lombok) instead of Gili? We’d like to see Lombok but are unsure if staying there is better than visiting it as a day trip.

3. Is our budget ($5-6K for 2 people, excluding flights) reasonable for a mid-range honeymoon? We’re looking at comfortable stays but not ultra-luxury.

4. What’s the best way to travel between Ubud and Gili? Ferry or plane?

5. Any must-do activities or hidden gems along this route?