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The following 4 days 3 nights Singapore – Malaysia travel itinerary will provide you with a detailed and cost-saving plan for your memorable trip. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the unique beauty of these two Asian countries that are making waves among travel enthusiasts!
From magnificent tropical gardens, to crowded streets with great culinary flavors, and to the pinnacle of architectural works by world architects – the 4 days 3 nights trip to Singapore and Malaysia will bring you unforgettable experiences. Get ready to experience memorable moments and immerse yourself in the wonderful oriental space on this adventure!
Singapore Malaysia itinerary 4 days — Day 1: Singapore – Marina Bay Sands – Enjoying the cuisine
Singapore
There are many cheap flights from Vietnam to Singapore and it takes less than 2 hours if departing from Ho Chi Minh City and more than 3 hours if departing from Hanoi. Therefore, if you choose an early flight, the whole family will still have a whole day to explore the most prominent places in Singapore. First, let’s find out how we can get to the city center from Changi Airport!
By MRT
Changi Airport MRT station at Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. The MRT system operates from Changi Airport starting at 5:19 AM and ending at 11:51 PM every day of the week.
How to take the MRT from Changi Airport to the city center:
- From Terminal 1: Take the Airport’s Skytrain to Terminal 2, then go to the basement to find the MRT station.
- From Terminal 4: Take the free shuttle bus from Exit 1 of Terminal 4 to Terminal 2, then go to the basement to find the MRT station.
Alternatively, you can buy tickets at the Passenger Service counter or MRT ticket vending machines. However, if you plan to use the MRT multiple times during your trip, purchasing an EZ-Link card will save you time and money.
Singapore NETS FlashPay Travel Card
The MRT fare from Changi Airport to the city centre (Zone 1) is SGD 2.30 (approx. VND 38,000) if you use an EZ-Link card or other similar card. If you do not have a card, you can purchase a temporary ticket (Standard Ticket) from the ticket machines at the airport or at MRT stations for SGD 2.50 (approx. VND 42,000).
By bus
Go to the bus stops in the basement of Terminal 1 and 2 (for Terminal 4, the bus stop is next to Carpark 4B) and then take bus 36 or 36A to the city.
The bus ride from the airport to the city centre takes around 1 hour and costs SGD 1.84 (approx. VND 30,000) via EZ-link card; SGD 2.50 (approx. VND 41,000) in cash. Both cash and EZ-link cards are accepted on the bus.
However, it will take quite a while to get there. Although the bus only stops at a few central areas, including Suntec City Mall, Esplanade Road, Somerset and Orchard Road, the journey can still take 1-2 hours.
By taxi
There are many different taxi companies at the airport to choose from. All taxis in Singapore are metered, so no need to worry about negotiating a price! A taxi ride into the city will take around 30-60 minutes and cost around SGD 20-40.
Airport taxi fares are based on a fixed rate of SGD 3, plus service and travel charges.
Changi Airport taxi services operate 24/7. However, if you want to travel during peak hours (6am to 9am or 6pm to 9pm), you will have to pay around 25% more than the standard fare.
By Airport Transfer
Singapore Changi Airport Transfers
Just book in advance and your whole family will have a private, comfortable transfer when visiting Singapore. When you arrive in Singapore, a professional driver will pick you up from your hotel or airport and take you safely to any destination. You can also book a return trip to the Airport, simply by booking again. With a range of Toyota and Audi models, transfers can be tailored to your needs. For families with young children, this is the top choice for transportation.
Marina Bay Sands
Located on Marina Bay Island, this colorful complex has a luxury resort empire with 2,500 hotel rooms, including deluxe and executive rooms. In addition, Marina Bay Sands also has a large shopping mall, luxury restaurants and bars, a world-class casino and an amusement park.
With countless luxury stores, from Givenchy to Chanel, if your family loves branded goods, this is a great place to visit. In addition, the whole family can also enjoy a cup of tea at TWG Tea or coffee at Beanstro.
Marina Bay Sands Skypark Observation Deck
The special highlight of Marina Bay Sands is the rooftop with the world’s largest infinity pool, with an area of up to 150m and a beautiful view of the Singapore urban landscape. The whole family should come to Skypark to admire the panoramic view of Marina Bay and the surrounding area from the 57th floor and preserve family memories with the most sparkling photos.
Explore Singapore’s night cuisine
Chilli Crab
You cannot miss Singapore’s “national dish” on this culinary exploration trip. There is nothing more wonderful than big, firm crabs immersed in tomato sauce, eggs and chili. Although the natural sweetness of the crab meat will be a bit overshadowed, the spicy and sweet flavor of the crab sauce is worth the trade-off.
Where can you eat chilli crab?
Red House Seafood Restaurant
- Address: Blk 1204, 01-05 East Coast Seafood Centre, Singapore.
- Price is around 40 SGD/serving.
- Hours: Monday – Friday: 12:00 – 23:30, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 11:00 – 23:30.
- Tel: (65) 6442 3112.
Mellben Seafood
- Address: 01-1222, 232 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3, Singapore.
- The lowest price is only about 35 SGD/serving.
- Hours: daily, from 16:30 – 23:30.
- Tel: (65) 6285 6762.
Long Beach Seafood Restaurant
- Address: 1018 East Coast Parkway, Singapore.
- The price of 1 serving of chilli crab here is 50 SGD/serving.
- Hours: daily, from 11:00 – 15:00 and 17:00 – 00:15.
- Phone: (65) 6445 8833.
Chai tow kuay
After enjoying the spicy flavor of chili crab, we cannot miss the attractive main dish – Chai Tow Kuay. Each piece of rice flour and white radish is chopped and stir-fried with delicious soy sauce, covered with fresh green vegetables and fatty eggs, all perfectly combined with Singapore’s signature fish sauce. Each piece of Chai Tow Kuay makes you feel the wonderful delicious taste, conquering diners from the first taste. Try this signature dish when coming to the center of Singapore!
Where can you eat Chai tow kuay?
Zion Road Fried Kway Teow
- Address: Zion Road Food Centre, 70 Zion Rd, Singapore.
- Reference price is about 4-5 SGD.
Tiong Bahru Fried Kway Teow
- Address: Tiong Bahru Market & Food Centre, 30 Seng Poh Rd, Singapore.
- Reference price is about 3-4 SGD.
Berseh Food Centre
- Address: 166 Jalan Besar, Singapore.
There are many shops selling Chai Tow Kway with prices ranging from 3 SGD to 5 SGD.
The operating hours of the eateries in this hawker center are usually from early morning to late evening, around 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, depending on the shop. However, you should check the operating hours of each shop before going to avoid disappointment when the shop is closed.
Coconut Tofu
After enjoying the spicy and flavorful dishes, you cannot miss a bowl of sweet tofu to soothe your taste buds and create a refreshing feeling for your stomach. The smooth white tofu, marinated with sweet coconut milk or light ginger juice, will conquer your taste buds and bring you a new culinary experience.
Where can you eat coconut tofu?
Rochor Beancurd – address: 745 Geylang Rd, Singapore. Here, there is not only coconut tofu but also a variety of delicious desserts such as egg tarts, fried tofu, soy milk, fried dough sticks with the authentic taste of Chinese Singaporeans.
Day 2: Gardens by the bay – Sentosa – Boat Quay
Gardens by the bay
is a world-famous garden for its architectural masterpieces and rich flora. There are also two of the world’s largest greenhouses (according to the Guinness Book of World Records 2015), Cloud Forest and Flower Dome. Flower Dome, as its name suggests, is a colorful flower garden, and the variety of flowers here will surely surprise your family.
Next is the Cloud Forest greenhouse right next to Flower Dome, where your family can enjoy the cool, humid climate of the tropics right in the heart of hot Singapore. This is also one of the famous photo spots in Singapore. The Cloud Forest is most beautiful at sunset, when sunlight shines through the waterfalls, refracting the misty rainbows between the trees, creating a scene that seems like heaven.
Gardens by the Bay Ticket in Singapore
The entrance fee to Gardens By The Bay is about 28 SGD for adults and 15 SGD for children aged 3 to 12. The garden is open from 9am to 9pm daily, but hours may vary on public holidays and special events.
Sentosa
Sentosa Island is a famous island resort in Singapore, home to many different entertainment activities and exciting experiences. There are all kinds of fun from exploring unique wild sea creatures at the aquarium to free-falling from a 15-meter building.
Universal Studios Singapore Ticket
Sentosa is home to Southeast Asia’s largest S.E.A. Aquarium, Singapore’s largest Merlion statue, Universal Studios Singapore, and many entertainment activities for the whole family such as a 4D cinema, Kidzania, and Fort Siloso Combat Skirmish. Don’t miss out on the special activities on Sentosa Island and tips for having fun on a budget with Klook’s Sentosa Fun Pass!
Boat Quay (Clark Quay)
Boat Quay is one of the ideal places for you and your family to enjoy a seaside dinner in Singapore with many colorful and attractive bars and open-air restaurants. This is not only a place to eat and have fun but also the busiest port in Singapore, managing most of the island’s imports and exports from and turning Singapore into a developed country like today.
If your family wants to experience the most sparkling dinner, go to the restaurant on the top floor of 7 Southbridge, Boat Quay to enjoy fresh New Zealand oysters with a little wine, or juice for the kids along with the beautiful night view looking out to the horizon.
Day 3: Legoland – Hello Kitty – Overnight in Johor Bahru
Legoland
Head north and have fun at Legoland Malaysia, just a 50-minute drive from Singapore! Hunt for treasure, jump off a raft at Land of Adventure, zip along Dragon Roller Coaster or try Merlin at Lego Kingdoms, shoot water bombs at Lego Technic, or spin wildly at Technic Twister. Then fly a plane or learn to drive at Lego City, before shopping at Asia’s largest Lego store – Big Shop!
The whole family can also build their own Lego Robot at Mindstorms and explore Lego Replicas at Miniland. There are tons of cool things waiting for the little ones.
Legoland Malaysia’s opening hours are from 10am to 6pm daily. However, hours may vary on public holidays and weekends.
Admission for adults is RM231, children aged 3 to 11 are RM185, and seniors aged 60 and above are RM185. Children under 3 are free. There are also family and combo tickets for different attractions in the Legoland Malaysia area.
Hello Kitty Town
Hello Kitty Town is located next to Legoland, and is decorated entirely in pink with an area of 60,000 square meters. The whole family can enjoy the space filled with adorable Kitty mice and admire their pink life through models and decorations.
In addition, your whole family can also participate in interactive games with the Hello Kitty theme character at Black Wonder, make jewelry by hand, and shape your Kitty cat at Wishful Studio. Relax and enjoy tea, “Hello Kitty” cakes and watch elaborate art performances or participate in puzzle games to save Kitty and her boyfriend Daniel who are being held in a mysterious forest. Children, especially girls, will love this place.
The opening hours of Hello Kitty Town Malaysia are from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, from Monday to Sunday.
The entrance fee for adults is 95 RM (about 22 USD), children from 3 to 11 years old is 85 RM (about 20 USD), and free for children under 3 years old. There are also family ticket packages and combo tickets with live entertainment right next to Hello Kitty Town.
Stay overnight in Johor Bahru
After a day of having fun at the two theme parks, we recommend staying in Johor Bahru instead of having to drive back to Singapore. And the whole family won’t be bored staying overnight in Johor Bahru because the evenings here are also extremely attractive.
The whole family can experience local Malaysian cuisine with dishes such as Nasi lemak (rice cooked in coconut milk, eaten with dried fish, peanuts, curry sauce or samba sauce); Rendang (beef or chicken) stewed with spices, eaten with white rice; Satay (grilled meat skewers dipped in soy sauce, spicy); Roti (delicious dessert made from flour, kneaded and baked on the spot, with a very attractive durian filling). Or the whole family can go to Johor Bahru City Square to shop for fashion items, cosmetics, handbags, shoes, jewelry, etc. There are also duty-free shopping areas for tourists.
Suggested some hotels in Johor Bahru:
- KSL Hotel & Resort(KSL Hotel & Resort Johor Bahru) (klook, agoda)
- Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality (Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru) (klook, agoda)
- Fives Hotel Johor Bahru City Center (klook, agoda)
- Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru(Capri by Fraser, Johor Bahru / Malaysia) (klook, agoda)
- Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Center, an IHG Hotel (klook, agoda)
- Amari Johor Bahru (klook, agoda)
- Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru (klook, agoda)
Day 4: Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque – Shopping
Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque
In the morning before returning to Singapore, the whole family should visit the famous Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque in Johor Bahru. This mosque was built in the Victorian style with a harmonious combination of Corinthian columns, possessing a delicate and peaceful beauty. The exterior of the mosque is paved with granite, creating a pure and magical beauty that attracts visitors from all over. This is a great destination for your family to explore one of the main religions of Malaysia – Islam.
Shopping in Singapore
After finishing the trip in Malaysia, the whole family should return to Singapore and buy some souvenirs before going to the airport. Singapore is famous as Asia’s leading shopping paradise with a variety of high-end fashion items, discounted goods, home electronics, handicrafts, souvenirs, etc. Let us help you check out the shopping areas that cannot be missed when coming to this beautiful country!
VivoCity
VivoCity is the largest shopping mall in Singapore, offering you countless shopping options. In addition, VivoCity regularly hosts music and art performances, international trade fairs, and extremely attractive fashion shows. Children will love the toys sold here.
Chinatown
Chinatown is one of the neighborhoods with the most unique architectural and cultural features in Singapore. Coming to China Town, you will be immersed in the blend of old and modern in the vibrant and colorful neighborhood. Coming here, you will have the opportunity to hear stories about opium, slaves, brothels and morgues that once appeared in Chinatown in the past. Besides, Chinatown is also a shopping mecca with unique souvenirs. So, don’t miss the opportunity to stop by here to choose souvenirs for friends and relatives!
Changi Airport
When you finish your 4-day-3-night trip, take the time to arrive at Changi Airport earlier to explore one of the world’s top 5-star airports. You will not only wait for the plane, but also experience the unique services and amenities at this airport.
Changi Airport – a shopping and entertainment paradise for transit passengers! With a music room, swimming pool, entertainment area, hotel, 100,000 square meter luxury shopping center and outlets of Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Gucci, you will no longer worry about waiting time. Moreover, with 6 botanical gardens representing different climate zones in the world, you will have the opportunity to discover many interesting things at Changi Airport.
Singapore – Malaysia 4 Days 3 Nights Travel Cost Reference
| Category | Cost/person (VND) |
|---|---|
| Round trip airfare Vietnam - Singapore | 4,000,000 VND |
| Cost of traveling by train | 1,000,000 VND |
| Food cost | 5,000,000 VND |
| Gardens By The Bay Tickets | 490,000 VND |
| Sentosa Fun Pass | 1,350,000 VND |
| Legoland Tickets | 1,850,000 VND |
| Hello Kitty Town Tickets | 516,000 VND |
| Hotel in Singapore (2 nights) | 2,500,000 VND |
| Hotel in Malaysia (1 night) | 1,300,000 VND |
| Other costs | 5,000,000 VND |
| Total | 18,506,000 VND |
Are you ready for a 4 days 3 nights trip to Singapore – Malaysia?
Some best day tours, trips, activities and transfer services, tickets in, from and to Singapore you can refer to
- Sentosa FUN Pass
- [Klook Exclusive] Universal Studios Singapore™ 1 Day Ticket
- Gardens by the Bay Ticket Singapore
- S.E.A. Aquarium™ One-Day Ticket
- ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands Ticket
- Singapore Cable Car Sky Pass
- Jewel Changi Airport Attraction Tickets in Singapore
- Singapore Flyer Tickets
- Skyline Luge Singapore: Skyline Luge & Skyride
- Marina Bay Sands Skypark Observation Deck or Sampan Ride
- Adventure Cove Waterpark™ One-Day Ticket
- Science Centre Singapore, Butterflies Up-Close, Omni Theatre
- Singapore River Cruise
- Madame Tussauds Singapore Ticket
- Wings of Time Show Ticket in Singapore
- Klook Pass Singapore
- 4G Prepaid Sim Card (Changi Airport Pick Up) for Singapore
- 4G WiFi (SG Airport Pick Up) for Singapore
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