In Reply to: please some help with itineary posted by shawthing on Sunday, 7. June 2009 at 14:57 Bali Time:
this is a problem, because once you leave the southern area, getting transport to the next stop becomes more of a challenge.
I guess you could "charter" a driver for the entire time, but this also presents problems.
The "public transport" up the island is difficult to fathom, and may not suit your purpose.
I would go with the rental car option!
If you are not confident around the busier areas, maybe you could negotiate a driver to get you out onto the country road, and then he can get a scooter back, and you are off on your way, and free to set your own itinerary.
You will need a good map, or hire the navigator (or both)
On return, you could rendezvous with your pick up before Denpasar to avoid the mayhem.
Driving in rural Bali really is easy, and should pose no problem for a competent driver.