Singapore & Bintan Island Getaway
Explore Singapore's city center before taking a ferry to Bintan Island for a relaxing two-night resort stay in Lagoi
Combine city sightseeing and island relaxation in one trip: spend the first two days exploring Marina Bay and historic neighborhoods, and on the third day, take a ferry from Tanah Merah for about an hour to the northern coast of Bintan Island to stay in the Lagoi resort area. The island itinerary features mangroves, blue lakes, sand dunes, and lagoons at a relaxed pace. The return ferry terminal is close to Changi Airport. Ideal for families and couples, this itinerary skips the city's theme parks.
From November to January, the monsoon season brings rough seas, which can affect snorkeling and water activities.
Day by day
Day 1 · Arrival & Marina Bay
Singapore（Merlion Park、Marina Bay Sands、Gardens by the Bay）
Take the MRT or a taxi from the airport to the city center (approx. 45 mins); in the afternoon, take the MRT to Marina Bay and walk between attractions.
Check the showtimes for the Gardens by the Bay conservatories and light show in advance.
Stay: Bugis and Kampong Glam
Day 2 · Chinatown & Kampong Glam
Singapore（Chinatown、Buddha Tooth Relic Temple、Little India、Kampong Glam / Haji Lane、Clarke Quay）
Take the MRT between neighborhoods like Chinatown and Little India (approx. 10 mins per ride), and walk for the rest; walk to Clarke Quay in the evening.
Modest dress covering shoulders and knees is required for the Sultan Mosque and Buddha Tooth Relic Temple; dine at hawker centers during off-peak hours to avoid crowds.
Stay: Bugis and Kampong Glam
Day 3 · Ferry to Lagoi, Bintan Island
Singapore → Bintan Island（Lagoi Bay (Bintan Resorts)）
Take a taxi to Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, take a ferry for about 1 hour to Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT) Ferry Terminal, and then transfer to the resort shuttle bus.
Arrive at the ferry terminal 90 minutes before departure for check-in; confirm Indonesia's entry requirements based on your nationality and bring your passport.
Stay: Lagoi Resort Area
Day 4 · Mangroves & Blue Lake Sand Dunes
Bintan Island（Sebung River Mangrove Tour、Blue Lake & Busung Sand Dunes、Treasure Bay Crystal Lagoon）
Round-trip via resort shuttle or local chartered car; take a boat tour of the mangroves in the morning; the Blue Lake and sand dunes are a 20–25 minute drive from the resort area.
Morning offers the best light and bird-watching opportunities in the mangroves; Bintan Island is 1 hour behind Singapore.
Stay: Lagoi Resort Area
Day 5 · Return to Singapore & Departure
Bintan Island → Singapore（Jewel Changi Airport）
Take a morning or midday ferry back to Tanah Merah (approx. 1 hour); take a taxi to Changi Airport (approx. 15 mins).
Book your return ferry tickets in advance; schedule your flight for the evening or later to avoid any time-zone calculation errors.