Package Holidays vs Tailor-Made Trips: Which Is Best?

When you’re planning a trip to Bali, the same question often comes up: should I choose a ready-made package trip, or go for a tailor-made trip? Both options have their advantages – and the right choice depends on how you want to travel, who you’re travelling with and how much time you want to spend planning. Here we explain the differences, so you can choose what suits you best.

What is a package trip?

A package trip is a ready-made trip where hotels, transport, excursions and local follow-up are included in one complete solution. Everything is planned in advance – perfect if you want to avoid the logistics. You know what the trip costs with no surprises along the way, and package trips are covered by the Package Travel Act and a travel guarantee. Especially popular with families, couples and first-time visitors to Bali.

What is a tailor-made trip?

A tailor-made trip is built entirely around your wishes. You choose the pace, areas and activities, can combine beaches, culture, training and adventure, and decide the length and content yourself. Complete flexibility – adapted to your interests, budget and trip length. Perfect if you want to get off the beaten track or combine several islands. Ideal for honeymoons, retreats, groups of friends and active holidays.

Which should you choose?

Still not sure? Our trip quiz asks six questions and suggests a package trip, or a tailor-made trip if your answers point in several directions. Would you rather work it out yourself? The price calculator shows both the price of a tailor-made trip and the closest package.

ReadySetIsland – the best of both worlds

At ReadySetIsland we combine the best of both ways of travelling: ready-made package trips that can be adapted, tailor-made trips built on local knowledge, and safe solutions with flexible experiences – with personal customer service and a local presence in Bali. You can start with a ready-made package and adjust it to your wishes, or plan the route yourself and let us fill in the rest.

Not sure what suits you best? Send us a request and we’ll help you find the perfect solution – ready for Bali, your way.
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As a registered member of the Norwegian Travel Guarantee Fund, all package trips from ReadySetIsland are fully protected under the Package Travel Act. That means your money is secure whatever happens – a security you don’t get when you book everything yourself.

At ReadySetIsland you get the best of both worlds – fixed packages you can adapt to your wishes, with personal service all the way.
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