Spend the most remarkable 8 days in two of Southeast Asia’s most treasured nations - Singapore and Malaysia! Distinct in terms of architecture, sightseeing attractions, atmosphere and cultures, these nations are perfect for Nepali travelers who are seeking vibrant city experiences and stunning sights.
You’ll start the first four days in Singapore, known for its perfect balance of modernity and tradition. The “Lion City” has attracted tourists worldwide with its cutting edge technology and diverse cultural heritage.
After experiencing the fast paced energy of Singapore, you’ll make your way to Malaysia, where you’ll spend the remaining 3 days of this tour. Known for its thriving cultural heritage, metropolitan cities, and vibrant markets, this nation offers a much slower and more relaxed atmosphere in comparison to Singapore.
Explore Singapore: Top Attractions and Best Travel Season
Though Singapore is small in size, it surely makes up for it in other ways! With many fascinating destinations that cater to the varied interests of international travelers, this island city is perfect for those short yet memorable holiday getaways.
To offer you a truly memorable experience, you’ll explore Gardens by the Bay, a vibrant urban park, where you’ll visit the Flower Dome, where you can see Singapore’s beauty shine through, as it is home to many plants from Africa’s southern savannahs to the Mediterranean region.
The adventure will then take you to Cloud Forest and Jurassic World: The Experience, the other two prominent locations of this park. Likewise, you’ll also spend an entire day at Universal Studios, a movie themed amusement park, where you can experience a number of exhilarating rides, enjoy live shows, and even meet your favorite movie characters dressed in costumes!
We’ve prepared a table below highlighting a few of this nation’s top rated attractions that you’ll be exploring on first 4 of the 8-day tour.
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Country |
Popular For |
Attractions Covered |
Best Travel Season |
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Singapore |
Towering skyscrapers, historical neighborhoods, vibrant urban parks, and premium hotels |
Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Gardens by the Bay, Sentosa Island, and Universal Studios |
February to April |
Spot Nocturnal Animals at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve
Sitting at the top of many thrill seekers' lists, the Night Safari is one of Singapore’s most intriguing destinations. Situated in the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, this attraction is a nocturnal zoo that operates in the late hours of the night.
Estimated to have around 900 animals, this area of the reserve is divided into many distinct regions, a few of the most renowned ones including the tram ride, walking trails, and animal show. During the night safari experience, you’ll be getting to see many wild animals, a few you might spot include bharals (Himalayan blue sheep), flamingos, barasingha (swamp deer), giraffes, clouded leopards, hog badgers, and Asiatic lions.
Exploring this destination will also help you learn about rich biodiversity of this place and the unique behaviours of the nocturnal animals present here.
Discover the Magic of Gardens by the Bay
Explore the enchanting Gardens by the Bay, an unmissable destination for nature lovers and photographers. This approximately 101 hectare green park offers visitors a unique blend of nature, art, and technology.
Fully opened to the public in 2012, this destination houses more than 1.5 million plants from all over the world except Antarctica! For the best experience, you’ll be exploring three top attractions, namely Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, and Jurassic World : The Experience.
Step into a Floral Wonderland at the Flower Dome
The Flower Dome, the world’s largest glass greenhouse, is the first attraction you’ll be touring. Looking straight up like a botanical wonderland, the dome works more like a natural conservatory and holds the Guinness World Record for being the largest greenhouse, where more than 3000 glass panels were used during its construction.
Divided into various themed gardens, you’ll be able to see many varieties of plants from the South African savannah to the Mediterranean regions. Additionally, temperatures inside usually range between 23 and 25°C, which was created to mimic the natural habitats of many of the plant species displayed here.
Explore the Serene Cloud Forest
Next on the list is the Cloud Forest, a natural conservatory home to one of the tallest indoor waterfall in the world, which stands at a staggering height of 35 meters!
Estimated to have more than 72,000 plants, this attraction also features aerial walkways that one can walk around, from where you’re able to see a variety of plant species like orchids, ferns, bromeliads, and pitchers.
See Animatronic Dinosaurs at Jurassic World
Lastly, you’ll end your Garden by the Bay tour by visiting Jurassic World: The Experience, which is situated in the Cloud Forest. If you're a fan of the movie franchise Jurassic Park, then this spot is not to be missed!
The main highlights are the displays of many (animatronic) dinosaur species like the Brachiosaurus, Tyrannosaurus Rex, and Velociraptor, which walked the earth millions of years ago.
Furthermore, visitors are also able to see 3D replicas of extinct plants from the Jurassic times, which helps one understand the history, evolution, and demise of the natural surroundings inhabited by the dinosaurs back then.
Don’t miss out on the petting area, where you’ll get to meet baby animatronic dinosaurs like Ankylosaurus and Stygimoloch, which will certainly fill you up with pure wonder and excitement!
Enjoy Endless Fun at Sentosa Island
This tour will also take you to Sentosa Island, one of Singapore’s remarkable destinations. This island offers an ideal mix of adventure, entertainment, and relaxation, so it’s suitable for Nepali travelers looking for these aspects of traveling. To enjoy this attraction to the fullest, you’ll be touring all these sites listed down below:
Meet Your Favourite Celebs at Madame Tussauds
Visit Madame Tussauds, a popular wax museum that holds many wax figurines of many A-list celebrities, influential historical figures, world leaders, and sports players.
Divided into different zones like Ultimate Film Star Experience, Images of Singapore, History & Leaders, Sports, and TV & Film (to name a few), this attraction features more than 80 lifelike wax statues!
Witness the Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony
Finally, you’ll end your night in Sentosa Island by attending the Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony show organised in Siloso Beach.
Using a combination of lasers, water fountains, and pyrotechnics (fireworks) along with 3D projection mapping, this symphony show also features short animated videos that cover different topics. To end your tour on a good note, you’ll also be visiting Universal Studios, which is a movie themed amusement park divided into distinct zones.
As this attraction features many thrilling roller coasters, water rides, live shows, entertainment areas, and 3D-4D shows, it’s a perfect destination for adventure enthusiasts to explore.
Discover Malaysia: Popular Landmarks and Optimal Travel Season
During your time in Malaysia, you’ll have the opportunity to explore this country’s most iconic attractions.
To start off your tour, you’ll first visit Genting Highlands, a popular mountain resort and entertainment center. Its cool weather and array of sightseeing destinations will leave you impressed, as it offers picturesque landscapes, exciting shopping experiences, and many attractions suitable for all types of travelers.
To make the best out of the trip, you’ll also be going on a city tour, where you’ll get to witness this nation’s rich history by exploring sites like the National Monument of Malaysia, Old Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, and Independence (known as Merdeka) Square.
The following destinations are the key sites that you’ll discover in this stunning nation.
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Country |
Popular For |
Attractions Covered |
Best Travel Season |
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Malaysia |
Colonial landmarks, bustling markets, scenic islands, and ancient temples |
Genting Highlands, Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, National Monument of Malaysia, Chocolate Gallery, Perdana Botanical Gardens, Old Railway Station, King’s Palace, and Independence (known as Merdeka) Square |
February to April |
Explore the Wonders of Genting Highlands
After spending 4 epic days in Singapore, you’ll head to Malaysia, where the rest of your tour continues. And the first spot that you’ll be exploring is Genting Highlands, a popular mountain resort and entertainment center.
As this place features theme parks, shopping areas, and premium accommodation options, a few top spots that you can visit this day include Awana Sky Way, Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park, and Genting Highlands Premium Outlets.
Visit the historic National Monument of Malaysia
Steeped in history, the National Monument of Malaysia (also known as Tugu Negara) is a war memorial site established to honor the lives of soldiers who unfortunately lost their lives during World War II and the Malayan Emergency and is also covered on this tour.
Unwind in the Perdana Botanical Gardens
Known for its peaceful atmosphere, the Perdana Botanical Gardens remains a favorite destination for many sightseers, as it features vibrant green trees, landscaped gardens, and scenic walking pathways.
Being one of Malaysia’s oldest parks, this attraction is best known for enjoying outdoor activities like walking, jogging, and cycling. Tracing back its history, it was constructed during the British colonial period and will offer you the chance to relax and connect with nature.
Optional Activity: You can also go boating in the lake garden for an additional cost, if you wish to do so, please provide us with prior notice.
Step Back in Time at the Old Railway Station
Explore the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station, a historic destination that was built during the early 20th century. Designed by Arthur Benison Hubback, the train station follows a blend of Mughal and Indo-saracenic architectural styles.
Following this, you’ll then be taken to the Independence (known as Merdeka) Square, a deeply historical attraction where the national flag was first raised in 1957, after Malaysia gained independence from British rule. Nearby the square, there are also many important landmarks located in this attraction.
Visit Malaysia's Iconic Petronas Twin Towers
You’ll also be getting to see the Petronas Twin Towers, two identical skyscrapers that stand at a height of 451.9 meters. Consisting of 88 stories, these landmarks feature a double decker skybridge that connects these buildings on levels 41 and 42.
Designed by architect Cesar Pelli, these landmarks remain the world’s tallest twin towers and are considered to be a part of Malaysia’s modern architectural achievements.
Next, you’ll also be visiting the KL (also known as Kuala Lumpur) Tower, another of this nation’s most recognizable monuments. Measuring 421 meters in height, you'll be visiting the observation deck located at 276 meters, where you’ll be able to see stunning views of Malaysia’s skyline and iconic landmarks.
Other notable attractions of this attraction also include Sky Box, Sky Deck, and Tower Walk.
Additionally, your tour also comprises the King’s Palace, but this will be viewed only from the outside as entry inside is prohibited, and a Chocolate Gallery, where you’ll get to see a variety of Malaysian chocolates.
So, what are you waiting for? Go on this epic 8-Day Singapore and Malaysia Tour Package and discover these nations’ iconic landmarks and create unforgettable memories along the way!
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