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Family-Friendly 8-Day Bali: Ubud Culture, Cooking Class, Waterbom, Beach Horse Riding & Relaxation (Melbourne to Denpasar Nov 4–11, 2025)

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Day 1: Arrival & Ubud

Ubud, Indonesia on November 4, 2025

10:00am

Arrival at Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) Airport

Arrive DPS at 10:00am, clear immigration and baggage then meet your pre-booked driver for the transfer to Ubud. The drive is scenic and gives your first views of Bali’s rice fields and villages.
IDR450000, 2h30m

12:30pm

Hotel check-in at Chili's, Ubud & lunch nearby

Check in and settle; for a family-friendly lunch try Clear Café Ubud (open 8:00–22:00) for fresh salads, bowls and kids’ options—great for jet-lag recovery.
IDR150000, 1h

3:00pm

Ubud Monkey Forest (Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary)

A short walk among sacred temples and tame macaques; it’s a fun cultural/animal introduction for your daughter. Open about 8:30–18:00 — watch belongings around the monkeys.
IDR90000, 1h

4:30pm

Ubud Palace & Ubud Art Market

Stroll from the Monkey Forest to Ubud Palace and the adjacent market for souvenirs, batik, woodcarvings and silver jewelry; good for light shopping and evening photos (market generally winds down by 6:00–7:00pm).
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7:00pm

Dinner at Casa Luna or family-friendly warung

Enjoy Balinese and Indonesian dishes at Casa Luna (book if you prefer indoor dining) or a casual family warung near Ubud center for a relaxed first-night meal.
IDR180000, 1h30m

Day 2: Cooking & Rice Terraces

Ubud, Indonesia on November 5, 2025

8:30am

Balinese cooking class (Casa Luna or Paon Bali)

Hands-on family-friendly cooking class where you visit a local market, learn Balinese dishes and eat what you cook; classes typically run 3.5–4 hours and are excellent for cultural immersion.
IDR650000, 4h0m

1:30pm

Relaxed lunch — enjoy your class meal or try Clear Café

If your cooking class includes lunch, enjoy that meal; otherwise have a relaxed lunch at a nearby cafe and rehydrate — many classes include recipes to take home.
IDR0, 1h

3:00pm

Tegallalang Rice Terraces & short walk

Visit the iconic terraced paddies north of Ubud for classic photos and a short family walk; there are small cafes with views and optional rice-swing operators (swing is optional and charged separately). Open all day.
IDR20000, 1h30m

5:30pm

Return to Ubud for downtime

Head back to your hotel to rest, swim or enjoy the pool—perfect downtime for a relaxed family evening after a full day.
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7:00pm

Dinner at Hujan Locale or Bridges (book ahead)

Choose Hujan Locale for approachable Indonesian cuisine in a lovely setting, or Bridges for river-side dining if you want something special—both are family friendly but Bridges is more upscale.
IDR220000, 1h30m

Day 3: Transfer to Benoa

Benoa / Tijili Hotel, Indonesia on November 6, 2025

8:30am

Morning: Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) or last Ubud stroll

Visit Goa Gajah (historic rock-cut cave and gardens) for a short cultural stop before you leave Ubud; it’s compact and family-friendly (open mornings until late afternoon).
IDR50000, 1h

10:00am

Check-out and depart for Benoa (transfer)

Drive south to Tijili Benoa in Benoa/Tanjung Benoa area; the ride takes ~1.5–2 hours depending on traffic. This moves you from inland culture to the south coast beaches.
IDR450000, 2h0m

1:30pm

Hotel check-in & lunch at Tijili Benoa

Check into Tijili Benoa and have a calm lunch at the hotel's restaurant; spend the early afternoon exploring the hotel pool and beach area to unwind.
IDR0, 1h30m

4:00pm

Beach time or hotel pool fun

Relax with your daughter on the beach or by the pool; Tijili is close to family-friendly sand and shallows—ideal for a gentle first beach evening.
IDR0, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at hotel or Bumbu Bali (Nusa Dua)

Try Bumbu Bali (famous for Balinese specialties) in nearby Nusa Dua for an authentic dinner — otherwise the hotel restaurant is convenient for easy family dining.
IDR220000, 1h30m

Day 4: Waterbom & Kuta

Kuta/Benoa, Indonesia on November 7, 2025

8:30am

Drive to Waterbom Bali (Kuta)

Head to Waterbom Bali, one of Asia’s top water parks — perfect for family fun with slides for all ages. Waterbom typically opens at 9:00 and closes around 17:00; arrive early to avoid queues.
IDR350000, 6h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Waterbom (on-site cafes)

Grab a casual lunch inside the park — there are several family-friendly options so you can stay and continue enjoying the slides and lazy river.
IDR100000, 1h

4:00pm

Return to Benoa and rest

Return to Tijili Benoa for a shower and rest after an active day. Perfect time for a nap or light pool swim.
IDR0, 1h30m

6:30pm

Sunset stroll & dinner in Kuta or at hotel

If you have energy, a quick sunset walk on Kuta Beach is scenic and lively; otherwise enjoy a relaxed dinner at the hotel or a nearby beachfront restaurant in Nusa Dua/Benoa.
IDR160000, 1h30m

Day 5: Beach Horses & Seminyak

Seminyak / Benoa, Indonesia on November 8, 2025

8:00am

Beach horseback ride (Tanjung Benoa / Seminyak operators)

Book a family-friendly beach horseback ride at a reputable operator — rides are typically 1–2 hours and run at low tide for safe shoreline riding. Confirm age/height requirements when booking.
IDR600000, 1h30m

10:30am

Return to hotel & snack

Return to Tijili Benoa, shower and have a mid-morning snack before heading west to Seminyak for shopping and cafés.
IDR0, 1h

12:30pm

Seminyak shopping & lunch (Sisterfields / Sea Circus)

Explore Seminyak’s boutiques and kids-friendly stores; lunch at Sea Circus or Sisterfields for bright, casual family fare with good kid options.
IDR180000, 2h

4:30pm

Sunset at Seminyak Beach

Enjoy a relaxed sunset on Seminyak Beach — a calm end to an active day and great for photos. Beach clubs line the area if you want a drink while the child enjoys the sand.
IDR0, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner in Seminyak or return to hotel

Choose family-friendly Italian or Indonesian in Seminyak (e.g., Warung Eny or Gelato for dessert) or head back to the hotel for an early night.
IDR200000, 1h30m

Day 6: Safari Park & Jimbaran

Gianyar/Jimbaran/Benoa, Indonesia on November 9, 2025

8:30am

Bali Safari & Marine Park (possible capybara inquiry)

Visit Bali Safari & Marine Park for animal shows, safari tours and close encounters; some parks in Bali house capybara or similar animals — contact the park in advance to confirm specific species availability.
IDR650000, 4h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at the safari park or en route

Have lunch at the park’s family-friendly restaurant or stop on the way back to Benoa—keep it relaxed after the morning’s activities.
IDR150000, 1h

4:00pm

Afternoon rest at hotel & pool

Return to the hotel to cool off and rest — perfect for a lazy afternoon before evening plans.
IDR0, 1h30m

5:30pm

Jimbaran beach seafood dinner at sunset

Drive to Jimbaran for a classic seafood BBQ on the sand at sunset — very family friendly and a Bali must-do (many restaurants open through sunset).
IDR300000, 2h

Day 7: Water Sports & Uluwatu

Tanjung Benoa / Uluwatu, Indonesia on November 10, 2025

8:30am

Tanjung Benoa water sports or optional Nusa Lembongan day trip

Choose a gentle morning of family water sports (glass-bottom boat, snorkeling, banana boat) at Tanjung Benoa, or take a speedboat to Nusa Lembongan for snorkeling and easy island exploration (book in advance). Water sports operators run 8:00–17:00; day trips to Lembongan typically depart early.
IDR450000, 3h30m

12:30pm

Lunch back at hotel or in Nusa Lembongan

If on the island, enjoy a beachside lunch on Lembongan; otherwise relax with lunch at your hotel and an afternoon swim.
IDR150000, 1h

3:30pm

Spa or relaxing hotel time

Treat yourselves to a family-friendly spa treatment or lazy pool time—great for recharging before a big evening.
IDR350000, 1h30m

5:00pm

Uluwatu Temple & Kecak Fire Dance (sunset)

Drive to Uluwatu for sunset views and the Kecak Fire Dance (performance typically starts around sunset ~18:00–19:00 depending on time of year). It’s dramatic and child-appropriate, and the temple cliff views are spectacular.
IDR200000, 2h0m

8:30pm

Dinner near Uluwatu or return to Benoa

Enjoy a late dinner at a nearby seafood/sea-view restaurant or head back to Tijili Benoa for a quieter evening depending on how tired you and your daughter feel.
IDR200000, 1h

Day 8: Relax & Depart

Benoa / Denpasar Airport, Indonesia on November 11, 2025

8:30am

Leisurely breakfast & final beach time

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and a final swim or beach stroll at Tijili Benoa — pack souvenirs in the morning and confirm airport transfer time with reception.
IDR0, 1h30m

11:00am

Check-out & optional last-minute shopping (Kuta/Krisna)

Check out of the hotel; if you’d like final shopping, stop at Krisna or local malls in Kuta for affordable souvenirs (open midday).
IDR0, 2h

2:00pm

Casual lunch near hotel or at airport mall

Have a relaxed lunch—keep it simple and close to your route to the airport. Save some energy for the evening flight.
IDR120000, 1h

5:00pm

Depart hotel for Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) Airport

Leave the hotel around 5:00pm to allow 2.5–3 hours for check-in and possible traffic for your 20:20 international flight; better to be early with kids and luggage.
IDR300000, 1h30m

8:20pm

Flight departs Denpasar to Melbourne

Board your evening flight at 20:20 — end of your relaxed family holiday with cultural highlights and beach time.
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