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Singapore and Bintan

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Singapore and Bintan holidays

Introduction

Singapore – Asia's ‘Garden City' – is arguably the food capital of Asia, but the tiny island state is also renowned as an economic powerhouse. The country's citizens spend freely in the luxury boutiques of Orchard Road and enjoy one of the best standards of living in the world, a source of great pride for the upwardly mobile Singaporeans.

Singapore is the embodiment of modern cultural diversity: a synergy of East and West, past and present, modern and traditional with Chinese, Malay, Indonesian, Indian and British influences.

 

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At a glance

Flying time from UK
14 hours

Time zone
GMT +8

Currency
Singapore dollar (S$) = 100 cents

Language
Malay, English, Mandarin, Tamil

Travel advice
Check the FCDO for visa & travel advice

Special offers in Singapore and Bintan

Incense, Vietnam

Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam with Seabourn

17-day luxury ocean cruise from £6,565 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to 15% on selected dates
Book by: 29 October 2024

Sailing between the high-tech cities of Singapore and Hong Kong, explore the sun-kissed islands and coastlines of Southeast Asia in depth and in style on this luxurious Seabourn Cruise.

Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

Singapore to Hong Kong with Silversea

16-day luxury ocean cruise from £8,000 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to £1,200 per person on selected departure dates
Book by: 31 October 2024

Explore the cultural and coastal delights of Southeast Asia as you sail from Singapore to Hong Kong with Silversea, taking in everywhere from the golden beaches of the Gulf of Thailand to the buzzing cities of Bangkok and Saigon.

Top itineraries in Singapore and Bintan

Supertrees at Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

The Allure of Asia on Seven Seas Explorer

20-day luxury ocean cruise from £12,650 pp incl. flights

This voyage is the ultimate introduction to Southeast Asia. Sailing aboard Seven Seas Explorer, you’ll swap sun-kissed islands and vibrant coral reefs for the urban delights of the region’s city greats.

Angkor Thom, Cambodia

Eastern & Oriental Express & The Riches of the Mekong

21-day luxury rail & cruise holiday from £10,445 pp incl. flights

This exclusive itinerary combines two extraordinary travel experiences in one unforgettable holiday – a luxury Mekong river cruise and a journey on one of the world's most elegant trains.

Eastern & Oriental Express

Eastern & Oriental Express: Wild Malaysia

9-day luxury rail holiday from £6,475 pp incl. flights

Starting in Singapore, travel north in luxurious style, exploring the dense jungles of Malaysia's tiger territory, before embracing the rich heritage and cultural history of Penang.

Borobudur at sunrise, Indonesia

Indonesia & Singapore: Bali, Java & Borneo's orangutans

18-day tailor-made independent tour from £6,530 pp incl. flights

From cooking classes and workshop visits to houseboat cruises and rickshaw rides, take in the city greats, wildlife and temple wonders of Indonesia and Singapore with a luxury private tour.

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Top places to stay in Singapore and Bintan

Fullerton Hotel, Singapore

Fullerton Hotel, Singapore

Grand & elegant hotel

This grand neoclassical landmark was heralded National Monument in 2015; this heritage hotel is a gem that spectacularly dominates the cityscape on the banks of the Singapore River.

Grand Copthorne Waterfront, Singapore

Grand Copthorne Waterfront

Contemporary hotel

This spectacular 30-storey hotel is excellently located along Singapore’s pretty waterfront, and overlooking the Singapore River, offering four excellent dining options and fresh, streamlined bedrooms.

Lobby and Bar, The Warehouse Hotel

The Warehouse Hotel, Singapore

Contemporary hotel

The boutique Warehouse Hotel was built in 1895 and has now been beautifully restored, with ultra-contemporary rooms and historic touches to create a true oasis in the city.

Capella Singapore

Capella, Sentosa Island

Contemporary hotel

Capella is a restored, colonial 19th-century bungalow that offers true 5-star luxury hidden in the leafy centre of Sentosa Island, blending contemporary design with authentic Asian details.

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Where to go in Singapore and Bintan

Beach at night, low tide, Bintan

Bintan

With sandy beaches on which hawksbill and green turtles come to nest and a general tropical allure, Bintan Island provides a great getaway from the bustle of Singapore.

Singapore skyline

Singapore

The futuristic city-state of Singapore hangs from the tip of the Malay Peninsula like a glistening mirror ball. This ‘Garden City' is arguably the food capital of Asia, but the tiny island state is also renowned as an economic powerhouse as an embodiment of modern cultural diversity.

When to go to Singapore and Bintan

Singapore is hot and humid all year round, with an average temperature of 31°C in the daytime and 24°C at night. Like the rest of Southeast Asia, Singapore experiences two monsoons, from the southwest (May-September) and the northeast (November-March), the latter bringing the heaviest rain and frequent thunderstorms. May and June are hottest, while the inter-monsoon months of April and October can be stifling due to a lack of any breeze.

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Singapore and Bintan articles

  • Raffles Hotel, Singapore

    Spotlight On: Raffles Reopening

    To celebrate the reopening of the city's hotel icon – Raffles, we delved into its historic heritage and spectacular refurbishment.

  • National Day Parade, Singapore

    The Singapore 2019 Bicentennial: Ultimate Calendar Guide

    This is your complete overview of the events, exhibitions and interactive trails that are popping up over Singapore in 2019, celebrating 200 years since Sir Stamford Raffles first made land on the island.

  • Sir Raffles Statue, Singapore

    Introducing Singapore's 2019 Bicentennial

    The Singapore Bicentennial, brought on by the arrival of Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819, is set to make this nation one of 2019’s destinations to watch. From events and festivals along with the grand reopening of the iconic Raffles Hotel, it’s a wonderful chance to discover the city’s history.

  • A taste of...South East Asia

    Four flavours - sweet, sour, salty and spicy - set your taste buds tingling. From Myanmar to Singapore, the Philippines to Aceh, Southeast Asian cuisine is defined by the balance of this sensational quartet.

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Why book with Wexas Travel?

At Wexas, we specialise in bespoke travel experiences. Our itineraries are just samples of what we can arrange, and can be changed depending on your precise needs, finances and ideas by our experienced destination specialists.

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