Singapore + Malaysia Tour Package from India 2026: Cost, Visa, 7-Day Itinerary & Complete Guide

Planning a Singapore and Malaysia trip from India in 2026?
Here is what you need to know upfront: Malaysia is completely visa-free for Indians until 31 December 2026 (30-day stay, no fee). Singapore requires a pre-approved e-visa for Indian ordinary passport holders — processing takes 3 to 5 working days and the fee is approximately SGD 30 (around ₹1,900). A 7-day Singapore plus Malaysia trip for a couple costs between ₹1.2 lakh and ₹2.2 lakh including return flights. And 2026 specifically is an exceptional year to visit Malaysia — it is Visit Malaysia Year 2026, with aggressive hotel pricing, new attractions, and the country’s biggest tourism push in decades.

Singapore and Malaysia together form one of the most satisfying international trip combinations available to Indian travellers. Two countries, one seamless journey, a 5-hour flight from India, and an experience that spans futuristic city skylines, ancient rainforests, colonial heritage towns, world-class food, and some of Southeast Asia’s best theme parks. The contrast is the point — Singapore’s gleaming precision and Malaysia’s warm, layered, wonderfully chaotic personality complement each other in ways that make the combined trip greater than either country alone.

This guide covers the complete picture — visa requirements for both countries clearly explained, a verified cost breakdown, a practical 7-day itinerary, the best places to visit in both countries, and everything you need to know before you go.

Visa Requirements: Singapore + Malaysia for Indians in 2026

This is the most important section to understand before anything else — the two countries have opposite visa policies for Indians, which catches many travellers off guard.

Singapore e-Visa for Indians: What You Need to Know

Indian ordinary passport holders cannot get a visa on arrival in Singapore. You must apply for and receive approval before you travel. Here is how it works:

• Apply through an ICA (Immigration and Checkpoints Authority) authorised agent — most Indian travel agencies including TravelDham handle this
• Fee: approximately SGD 30 per person (approximately ₹1,900 at current rates) — paid at the time of application
• Processing time: 3 to 5 working days in standard cases. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel to be safe.
• Visa validity: at the discretion of Singapore authorities — typically 30 days single entry for first-time applicants, though 2-year multiple entry visas are issued to applicants with good travel history
• Maximum stay per visit: determined by the immigration officer at entry, not by the visa stamp itself — typically 14 to 30 days for tourists

Documents needed for Singapore visa:

• Valid Indian passport — minimum 6 months validity, at least 2 blank pages
• Completed online application form (through authorised agent)
• Recent passport-size photograph (white background)
• Bank statements for last 3 months
• Confirmed return flight tickets and hotel bookings
• Employment letter or business proof
• Income tax returns for last 1 to 2 years

Malaysia Visa-Free Entry for Indians in 2026

Malaysia is visa-free for Indian passport holders until 31 December 2026 — 30 days, completely free, no advance application required. This is Malaysia’s most generous visa policy for Indians ever, extended specifically for Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

What you need to enter Malaysia visa-free:

• Valid Indian passport — minimum 6 months validity
• Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) — submit online at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac at least 3 days before arrival. Free. Takes 5 minutes. Save the QR code.
• Confirmed return flight ticket
• Hotel booking confirmation
• Proof of funds — sufficient for your stay

💡 Important for Singapore + Malaysia combined trips: When crossing from Singapore to Malaysia by road or bus (the most popular way), you go through two immigration checkpoints — Singapore exit and Malaysia entry. Have your MDAC QR code ready on your phone at the Malaysia checkpoint. The crossing takes 30 to 90 minutes depending on the queue — early morning or late evening crossings are faster.

Why 2026 is the Best Year to Visit Malaysia

2026 is Visit Malaysia Year (VMY 2026) — Malaysia’s biggest tourism campaign in decades, targeting 35.6 million international arrivals. For Indian travellers, this translates into concrete benefits:

• Aggressive hotel pricing across all categories — 5-star properties in Kuala Lumpur are offering rates that would barely cover a 3-star in Singapore
• Extended operating hours at major attractions including Petronas Towers Skybridge, KL Tower, and Batu Caves
• New cultural festivals throughout the year including expanded Thaipusam celebrations and new events in Penang and Langkawi
• Upgraded transport — the MRT3 circle line partially operational in Kuala Lumpur, making navigation easier
• More direct flights from India — AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, IndiGo, and SpiceJet all operating India-KL routes

Combined with the visa-free policy, 2026 is genuinely the most accessible and affordable time for Indian travellers to visit Malaysia in recent history.

Singapore + Malaysia Trip Cost from India in 2026: Complete Breakdown

All figures below are per person for a 7-day trip (4 nights Singapore, 3 nights Kuala Lumpur) including return flights from Delhi or Mumbai.

💡 Open-jaw flight strategy: Fly into Singapore (SIN) and fly home from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) — or vice versa. Open-jaw tickets on this combination are typically the same price or cheaper than a return to one city, and eliminate the need to backtrack. IndiGo, Air India Express, AirAsia, and Scoot all operate this corridor competitively. Book 6 to 8 weeks in advance for the best fares.

Singapore is significantly more expensive than Malaysia for hotels and dining. A mid-range hotel in Singapore costs ₹3,500 to ₹5,500 per night per person; the equivalent in Kuala Lumpur costs ₹1,200 to ₹2,500 per night. Street food in Singapore costs ₹400 to ₹800 per meal per person at hawker centres; in KL, ₹150 to ₹400 per meal. Budget appropriately for each country separately.

Best Places to Visit in Singapore in 2026

Gardens by the Bay

Singapore’s most iconic attraction — 101 hectares of reclaimed waterfront land featuring the Supertree Grove (18 tree-like structures up to 50 metres tall), the Cloud Forest (a cooled conservatory built around a 35-metre indoor waterfall), and the Flower Dome (the world’s largest glass greenhouse). The Supertree light show at 7:45 PM and 8:45 PM every night is free. The cooled conservatories require entry tickets: approximately SGD 53 (₹3,370) per adult for the combined ticket — book online to skip the queue.

Universal Studios Singapore (Sentosa Island)

Southeast Asia’s only Universal Studios — 28 rides and attractions across seven themed zones including Hollywood, New York, Sci-Fi City, Ancient Egypt, The Lost World, Far Far Away, and Madagascar. Entry: approximately SGD 83 (₹5,280) per adult. Book online in advance — popular rides have long queues without a Universal Express pass. The Battlestar Galactica duelling roller coasters are the highlight for thrill seekers.

Marina Bay Sands Skypark

The rooftop observation deck of Marina Bay Sands — the iconic boat-shaped structure perched atop three 55-storey towers — gives you Singapore’s most famous skyline view. Entry to the Skypark observation deck: approximately SGD 26 (₹1,650) per adult. The infinity pool on the Skypark is exclusively for hotel guests. The view at sunset and after dark, with the Singapore skyline lit up, is extraordinary.

Singapore Zoo + Night Safari

Singapore has arguably the world’s best zoo experience — open-air naturalistic habitats with no visible cages, giving an unusually intimate wildlife encounter. The Night Safari, the world’s first nocturnal wildlife park, is a separate experience and arguably even better — tram rides through naturalistic nocturnal habitats with remarkable up-close encounters. Singapore Zoo entry: approximately SGD 48 (₹3,050). Night Safari: approximately SGD 55 (₹3,500). They are adjacent — combine both for a full day and evening.

Chinatown, Little India, and Kampong Glam

Singapore’s heritage districts are genuinely wonderful — each one a concentrated cultural neighbourhood that feels entirely distinct from the gleaming downtown. Chinatown has excellent food, temples, and markets. Little India (Serangoon Road) is familiar for Indian travellers and has good vegetarian restaurants, spice shops, and the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple. Kampong Glam is the Malay-Arab cultural district — the golden-domed Sultan Mosque is stunning, and Arab Street has excellent street food and craft shops. All three are free to walk and explore.

Hawker Centres

Singapore’s hawker centres are UNESCO-listed cultural heritage — open-air food courts where dozens of specialist stalls serve some of the best food in Southeast Asia at remarkable prices. Maxwell Food Centre, Lau Pa Sat, and Old Airport Road Food Centre are the most famous. Meals cost SGD 4 to SGD 10 (₹250 to ₹635) per dish. This is where Singaporeans eat daily — not a tourist attraction but a genuine cultural institution. Chicken rice, char kway teow, laksa, satay, roti prata — eat adventurously.

Best Places to Visit in Malaysia in 2026

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia’s capital is a fascinating city — where the Petronas Twin Towers (still the world’s tallest twin towers at 452 metres) rise above a city that also contains ancient Hindu temples, colonial railway stations, and one of Southeast Asia’s best street food scenes. It is more relaxed than Singapore, considerably cheaper, and gives a very different flavour of Southeast Asia.

Must-do in KL:

• Petronas Twin Towers Skybridge and Observation Deck — book well in advance (tickets sell out days ahead). Entry approximately RM 100 (₹1,850) per adult for combined Skybridge + observation deck.
• Batu Caves — a Hindu cave temple complex 13 km from KL city centre, reached by climbing 272 bright yellow steps. Free entry. The golden Lord Murugan statue at the entrance is one of the most photographed images in Malaysia. The cavern at the top is genuinely dramatic.
• KL Bird Park — the world’s largest free-flight walk-in aviary, home to over 3,000 birds. Entry approximately RM 67 (₹1,240) per adult. A relaxed, beautiful morning experience.
• Jalan Alor Night Market — KL’s most famous food street, best visited after 7 PM when all the stalls are open. Chinese Malaysian street food at its best — grilled seafood, durian, curry laksa, satay. A family of 4 eats spectacularly for RM 100 to 150 (₹1,850 to ₹2,775).
• Merdeka Square and KL Old City — the colonial heart of Kuala Lumpur, centred on the square where Malaysian independence was declared in 1957. The Sultan Abdul Samad Building and KL City Gallery are beautiful examples of Mughal-Gothic architecture.

Genting Highlands

A hilltop resort city 51 km from KL at 1,800 metres altitude — cool, cloud-wreathed, and home to the Resorts World Genting complex. The Skytropolis indoor theme park, the Genting SkyWorlds outdoor theme park (opened 2021), and the First World Hotel (one of the world’s largest hotels by room count) make Genting a popular add-on for families. The cable car (SkyWay) ride up from the base station is an experience in itself. A half-day or full-day excursion from KL.

Penang — Culture, Heritage, and the Best Food in Malaysia

If your itinerary has the flexibility for it, a 2-night extension to Penang is one of the most rewarding additions to a Singapore-Malaysia trip. George Town is a UNESCO World Heritage City — a beautifully preserved colonial port city of Chinese shophouses, clan houses, Hindu temples, mosques, and street art. And the food — Penang is universally acknowledged as having the best street food in Malaysia, arguably in all of Southeast Asia. Char kway teow, assam laksa, nasi kandar, cendol. Plan a day entirely around eating.

Langkawi — Beaches and Duty-Free Shopping

An archipelago of 99 islands off the northwest coast of Malaysia, Langkawi is a duty-free island with beautiful beaches, mangrove kayaking, and a cable car to the peak of Gunung Mat Cincang. Langkawi works best as a 2 to 3 night addition for couples or families who want a beach element in their Malaysia visit. Direct flights from KL to Langkawi take approximately 1 hour.

7-Day Singapore + Malaysia Itinerary (2026)

This is the most popular combination for Indian travellers — 4 nights in Singapore and 3 nights in Kuala Lumpur, crossing by bus from Singapore to KL on Day 5.

Day 1 — Arrive Singapore + Evening Marina Bay

• Arrive at Changi Airport (SIN) — one of the world’s best airports. Take the MRT to your hotel (cheap, fast, air-conditioned — approximately SGD 2.50 to most city locations)
• Check in and rest
• Evening: Marina Bay Sands area — walk along the waterfront, see the Supertree light show at Gardens by the Bay (7:45 PM, free from the outdoor grove)
• Dinner at the Marina Bay Sands Shoppes food court or nearby hawker centre — the Lau Pa Sat hawker centre is a 10-minute walk and excellent

Day 2 — Singapore City Sightseeing

• Morning: Gardens by the Bay conservatories (Cloud Forest + Flower Dome) — book tickets online. Allow 2 to 2.5 hours.
• Afternoon: Marina Bay Sands Skypark observation deck for the skyline view
• Late afternoon: walk through Chinatown — Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Maxwell Food Centre for lunch/early dinner
• Evening: Little India (Serangoon Road) — browse Mustafa Centre (24-hour shopping mall, great for Indian groceries and electronics), dinner at a South Indian restaurant on Race Course Road

Day 3 — Sentosa Island Full Day

• Full day at Sentosa Island — Singapore’s leisure island, accessible by cable car, monorail, or on foot via the Sentosa Boardwalk from VivoCity mall
• Universal Studios Singapore — full day recommended. Book tickets and Express passes in advance for peak season
• S.E.A. Aquarium (now called Singapore Oceanarium) — if not doing Universal Studios, this is an excellent alternative
• Evening: sunset at Palawan Beach or Siloso Beach — free, beautiful
• Dinner at the Resorts World Sentosa food options or return to the mainland for hawker centre dining

Day 4 — Singapore Zoo + Night Safari

• Morning to afternoon: Singapore Zoo — allow 3 to 4 hours minimum. The orangutan jungle, the rainforest walks, and the open-concept big cat enclosures are standouts
• Late afternoon: rest at hotel or explore Orchard Road (Singapore’s premier shopping street) for shopping and café time
• Evening: Night Safari — the tram ride departs every 8 to 12 minutes from 7:15 PM. Allow 2 to 3 hours. Book tickets online — it sells out in peak season.

Day 5 — Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

• Morning: check out from Singapore hotel
• Bus from Singapore (Queen Street Terminal or Lavender Street Terminal) to Kuala Lumpur TBS (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan) — approximately 4 to 5 hours including immigration. Buses depart frequently from 6 AM. Cost: approximately SGD 25 to 35 (~₹1,590 to ₹2,225) per person. Book in advance at causewaylink.com.my or easybook.com.
• Alternatively: 50-minute flight from Singapore Changi to KLIA — often comparable or slightly cheaper than the bus when booked in advance. Faster but adds airport time.
• Arrive KL, check in, evening at leisure
• Dinner at Jalan Alor Night Market — your first taste of KL street food

Day 6 — Kuala Lumpur Sightseeing

• Morning: Petronas Twin Towers Skybridge and observation deck — book online well in advance. Go early (first slot at 9 AM) to beat the heat and the crowds.
• Afternoon: Batu Caves — 13 km from city centre, easy to reach by KTM Komuter train or Grab. The cave temple and the golden Murugan statue are extraordinary.
• Late afternoon: KL Bird Park or Merdeka Square depending on energy level
• Evening: KLCC Park — the park at the base of the Petronas Towers is beautiful at night. The towers are lit up, there is a fountain show, and it is completely free.
• Dinner at Bukit Bintang — KL’s entertainment and dining hub, within walking distance of Pavilion Mall and Lot 10

Day 7 — Genting Highlands + Departure

• Morning: day trip to Genting Highlands — 1.5 hours from KL by bus or Grab, take the SkyWay cable car up, explore Genting SkyWorlds theme park or simply enjoy the cool mountain air and views
• Alternatively: Putrajaya (Malaysia’s administrative capital, 25 km from KL) — extraordinary Islamic architecture including the pink Putra Mosque on a lake. A peaceful, beautiful half-day
• Return to KL, transfer to KLIA for return flight to India

Practical Tips for Indians Visiting Singapore and Malaysia

Apply for your Singapore visa at least 2 weeks before travel. Processing is 3 to 5 working days, but getting it done 2 weeks out gives you buffer if additional documents are requested. TravelDham handles Singapore visa applications as part of all Singapore packages.

Complete the Malaysia MDAC online at least 3 days before arrival. Available at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac — free, 5 minutes, mandatory. Save the QR code offline.

Use the MRT in Singapore. Singapore’s Mass Rapid Transit is outstanding — clean, air-conditioned, on time, and covers every major tourist area. An EZ-Link card (available at any MRT station) works on MRT, buses, and some attractions. Far cheaper than taxis or Grab for point-to-point travel.

Use Grab in both countries. Grab operates in Singapore and Malaysia and is the safest, most transparent ride option in both countries. Fixed pricing, no negotiation, fully trackable. Download the app before you arrive.

Currency: Singapore Dollar (SGD) and Malaysian Ringgit (MYR/RM). UPI does not work in either country. International Visa and Mastercard accepted widely. Exchange some cash for hawker centres, local markets, and smaller vendors. Exchange rates: approximately SGD 1 = ₹63, MYR 1 = ₹18.50 at current rates.

Book Universal Studios and Petronas Towers well in advance. Both sell out regularly in peak season (June to August, December to January, and Indian school holiday windows). Do not leave these to the day of visit — you will either queue for hours or miss them entirely.

Vegetarian food is easily available in both countries. Singapore’s Little India has excellent South Indian vegetarian restaurants. Hawker centres always have vegetarian stalls (roti prata, vegetarian rice, idli sambar at Indian stalls). In KL, Indian restaurants are plentiful in Brickfields (Little India) and Bangsar. Malaysian Chinese food often contains pork — look for “vegetarian” (vegetarian restaurants are common in KL) or Indian Muslim (mamak) restaurants which serve no pork.

Weather: always warm and humid. Singapore and Malaysia are equatorial — temperatures are 28 to 34°C year-round with occasional afternoon rain showers. Pack light, breathable clothing. A compact umbrella is useful. There is no bad weather season — rain in Southeast Asia is typically short and sharp, not the all-day drizzle of a European winter.

Singapore vs Malaysia: Quick Comparison for Indian Travellers

Frequently Asked Questions — Singapore + Malaysia Tour from India 2026

Do Indians need a visa for Singapore and Malaysia in 2026?

The two countries have opposite visa policies for Indians. Singapore requires a pre-approved e-visa for Indian ordinary passport holders — there is no visa on arrival. The fee is approximately SGD 30 (around ₹1,900) and processing takes 3 to 5 working days. Malaysia is completely visa-free for Indians until 31 December 2026 — a free 30-day tourist stay with no advance application needed, only the mandatory MDAC digital arrival card submitted online at least 3 days before arrival.

How much does a Singapore and Malaysia trip cost from India in 2026?

A 7-day Singapore plus Malaysia trip from India costs approximately ₹45,000 to ₹70,000 per person on a budget (including flights), ₹78,000 to ₹1,30,000 per person mid-range, and ₹1,50,000 to ₹2,80,000 per person at a premium level. Singapore is significantly more expensive than Malaysia — plan to spend more per day in Singapore and considerably less in Kuala Lumpur, where Visit Malaysia Year 2026 has driven hotel and activity pricing down.

What is the best way to travel from Singapore to Malaysia?

The two most popular options are the bus (4 to 5 hours including immigration, approximately SGD 25 to 35 per person — cheap, scenic, practical) and a short flight (50 minutes, often competitively priced when booked in advance on AirAsia or Scoot). The bus is the classic experience — you cross the Causeway between Johor Bahru and Singapore, clear two immigration checkpoints, and arrive at KL’s TBS bus terminal. For couples and families who are not in a rush, the bus is the more interesting option. For time-sensitive travellers or those with heavy luggage, the flight is better.

How many days are enough for Singapore and Malaysia?

7 to 9 days is ideal for a combined Singapore and Malaysia trip — 4 nights in Singapore and 3 to 5 nights in Malaysia (2 to 3 nights in KL plus 1 to 2 nights in Penang or Langkawi if budget allows). Singapore’s main attractions can be covered in 3 to 4 full days. Kuala Lumpur needs 2 to 3 days for the main sights. Adding Penang or Langkawi requires at least 2 extra days and is highly recommended for first-time Malaysia visitors who want a fuller picture of the country.

Is Malaysia visa-free for Indians in 2026?

Yes — Malaysia is completely visa-free for Indian passport holders until 31 December 2026 as part of Visit Malaysia Year 2026. Indians can stay for up to 30 days with no visa fee and no advance application. The only mandatory pre-arrival step is completing the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online at least 3 days before your flight, which is free and takes 5 minutes. Present the QR code at Malaysia immigration on arrival.

What is Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and how does it affect my trip?

Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY 2026) is Malaysia’s biggest international tourism campaign, targeting 35.6 million arrivals. For Indian travellers, it means: extended visa-free access (confirmed until 31 December 2026), significantly lower hotel pricing across all categories, extended operating hours at major attractions, new festivals and cultural events throughout the year, improved transport infrastructure in Kuala Lumpur, and aggressive airline promotions on India-Malaysia routes. 2026 is genuinely one of the best years in recent history to visit Malaysia.

Is Singapore safe for Indian families and couples?

Singapore is consistently ranked one of the safest cities in the world — extremely low crime, well-regulated public spaces, and a culture of civic order. It is equally safe and comfortable for Indian families, couples, and solo travellers. English is widely spoken and understood everywhere. The large Indian diaspora means Indian food, cultural familiarity, and Hindi/Tamil speakers are easy to find, particularly in the Little India area.

What currency should I carry for Singapore and Malaysia?

Singapore uses the Singapore Dollar (SGD) and Malaysia uses the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR or RM). UPI does not work in either country. International Visa and Mastercard are accepted at hotels, malls, and most restaurants. Carry some cash in both currencies for hawker centres, local markets, taxis, and smaller vendors. Exchange to SGD and MYR at licensed money changers in India before departure — airport counters in Singapore and Malaysia give less favourable rates. Approximate current rates: SGD 1 = ₹63, MYR 1 = ₹18.50.

Plan Your Singapore + Malaysia Trip with TravelDham

Singapore and Malaysia together deliver exceptional value for Indian travellers in 2026 — two of Southeast Asia’s most iconic destinations, visa requirements that are among the simplest available (one pre-approved e-visa for Singapore, completely visa-free Malaysia), and a natural geographic pairing that makes the combined trip smoother than either country alone.

TravelDham builds fully customised Singapore and Malaysia packages for all travel types — family holidays, honeymoon trips, couples getaways, group tours, and corporate offsites. We handle the Singapore e-visa, flights from your city using the open-jaw strategy (fly in to Singapore, fly home from KL), hotels in both countries, the Singapore-to-KL transfer, attraction bookings, and travel insurance.

Whether you want a focused 6-day Singapore plus KL trip, a 9-day itinerary that adds Penang and Langkawi, or a 12-day Southeast Asia circuit that continues to Bangkok — TravelDham builds it around your travel dates, budget, and what you want to experience.

Contact TravelDham today for a free Singapore and Malaysia itinerary and quote. We respond within 48 hours with a detailed plan and transparent pricing.