Example Itinerary
Cruising from Singapore to Malaysia
- Duration
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Per Person Per Day
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Terms & Conditions
Price is based on double or twin hotel room occupancy and includes accommodation, transfers, car/driver, English-speaking guide, activities and entrance fees, breakfasts and some casual lunches while touring. Flights and optional special activities will be quoted separately. Most personal expenses, including dinners, alcoholic beverages, spa treatments and gratuities can be paid on the spot while traveling. Prices may vary depending on season, choice of accommodation and other factors.
- Interests
- Romance, Luxury Cruises
Enjoy the perfect balance of culture and relaxation on this five-day Cruising from Singapore to Tioman Island itinerary. Spend the first part of your trip getting acquainted with what has been claimed to be the cleanest city in the world-- sleek, modern Singapore. After enjoying the city life, cruise over to Tioman Island and experience the exotic Malaysian island that has remained a well-kept secret from the average tourists. Composed solely of eight small villages, this an island paradise far from the public eye. Get ready for adventure, relaxation and culture.
This itinerary is an example. It’s designed to inspire you and provide you with thoughtfully curated ideas. You can choose to do this exact itinerary or completely personalize it. All trips are 100% bespoke.
Highlights
- Yacht to Malaysia’s Hidden Islands: Charter a private yacht to cruise and explore the exotic islands off Singapore and Malaysia, featuring an all-inclusive journey that includes stopping to snorkel and hike at leisure.
- Tioman Island: Famed for its rich, clear waters, Tioman Island and Mersing Marine Park feature the best snorkeling and diving off of Peninsular Malaysia, where travelers can spot sea turtles, blacktip reef sharks, and stingrays.
- Cultural Melting Pot: This phrase has become a cliche, but it still rings true in Singapore, as travelers will discover in explorations of the city's Little India, Arab Street, and Chinatown - to name but a few distinct cultural districts.
Day-by-Day
Day 1
MapSingapore
Upon arrival in Singapore, check into the luxurious accommodation of either Raffles Singapore or Fullerton Bay. Spend the rest of your day getting to know the modern city-state’s incredible, sky-scraping architecture. Explore the funky, lively neighborhoods of Little India, Arab Street and Chinatown to get a taste of the cuisine and culture of Singapore’s diverse atmosphere. Sit back and relax as you take a traditional bumboat river cruise to end your first day.
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Day 2
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Take a full-day tour of the city’s architecture with awe-striking traditional and modern buildings everywhere you look. Visit the Sands SkyPark at the top of Marina Bay Sands, where you can go for a refreshing mid-day dip in the hotel’s rooftop infinity pool. Peruse the exotic animals at the popular city zoo or visit one of Singapore’s many other attractions. Return to your hotel for your final night in the pristine city.

Day 3
MapMersing Marine Park
Climb aboard a luxurious yacht as you set out onto the crystal clear waters. Cruise up the Singapore straits and along the east coast of Malaysia to Tioman Island. The island rests in Mersing Marine Park and is far from commercialism. This is one of the most remote Malaysian islands. Drift off while drifting along and spend tonight aboard the luxury yacht.
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Day 4
MapMersing Marine Park
It’s seaside-living in full swing for your second day spent either aboard the yacht or strolling the untouched beaches. Keep your eyes peeled for the exotic monitor lizards roaming the island - don’t worry, they are non-threatening creatures! Try fishing from the yacht or snorkeling in the warm sea. Enjoy a gourmet dinner on the island that evening. Spend your final night sleeping atop the gentle rocking of the tide.
Day 5
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Complete a full cruise around the vibrant islands surrounding Tioman. Lounge in the sun and relax as the yacht travels back towards Singapore. Enjoy a drink as the sun dips in the sky and you indulge in a final dinner on board. Finish your journey as you reach the lively city of Singapore and prepare for your departure.

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With Remote Lands you'll travel with people who have made Asia the solitary focus of their own lifelong adventure. As our guest, in the continent that our north American founders Catherine and Jay have adored and explored for decades, you'll discover Asia on a journey that is completely, authentically your own, adapted from our own remarkable experiences and adventures over the years.
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