Top 8 Places to Visit in Singapore and Malaysia

Singapore and Malaysia are both hotspots when it comes to tourist destinations and many tourists are nowadays opting for a combined tour of these two destinations. The best to organize such a trip is to opt for the DMC of Singapore or DMC of Malaysia services. Such DMCs ensure that you get the best value for your time and money spent. In fact, hiring the services of a good travel agency makes more economical sense rather than trying to plan the trip yourself. This is because most of these companies have tie-ups with vendors at your holiday destination due to which they are able to get services and products at much lower prices.

When you are planning a Singapore tour package with your DMC then make sure that you conduct some research of your own on the internet. You can then discuss your requirements, tastes, and preferences with your DMC who will provide a customized trip for you. In fact, if you are taking a combined tour of Singapore and Malaysia then you can even opt for a Singapore Malaysia tour with cruise. Let us look at some places to visit in Singapore which you should ask your DMC to include in your package.

1. Marina Bay sands

This area is known for its opulence and vibrancy. There is a resort complex that includes a luxury hotel, the Artscience museum, a mall which is one of its kind because there is a canal running through it and the Marina Bay Sands Skypark. The Skypark is a vantage point from where you can get a view of most of the city. In fact, this Skypark has a ship on it that houses a viewing deck and also a pool. “Marina bay sands” is one of the most popular places that tourists throng to. Every Singapore DMC will include this area in your itinerary.

2. Gardens by the bay

You can observe the gardens by the bay from the top of the Skypark and that will make strolling in these gardens all the more exciting. There are the bay east garden, supertree grove and cloud forest dome which have a specialty each their own. The vibrant plant life of the garden the cluster of futuristic structures in the grove and the tallest indoor waterfall in the dome are some experiences that you will cherish throughout your life. Make sure that your DMC includes this attraction in your Singapore city tour.

3. Singapore Zoo

This zoo is known to be the world’s best rainforest zoo. The zoo is well maintained a clean and there is a lot of lush greenery which ensures that the animals live in as natural surroundings as possible for humans to make for them. The orangutans in this zoo are the main attraction with their antics which both adults and babies do when they are climbing trees or simply playing. There are also chimpanzees, meerkats, zebras, komodo dragon, white tigers, mole rats, kangaroos, and many other interesting animals.

4. Orchard Road

This area is meant for the shopaholics and people looking for the best international products. Orchard Road is a great place to indulge yourself in shopping for classy and designer chic. There are six departmental stores and 22 malls in this area along with four movie theaters, including an IMAX and a KTV karaoke. If you won’t feel hungry during your shopping spree then there are many eateries in this area.
The other country worth visiting in combination with your Singapore tour in Malaysia. Let us look at the places which a good Malaysia DMC will definitely include in your travel itinerary.

5. Perhentian Islands

These islands famous for the coral reefs and are on the border of Thailand, in the ancient times, they were the stopping point for traders between the two countries. This is a small archipelago which has two main islands Perhentian Kecil and Perhentian Besar Kecil is meant for the backpackers who are looking for good deals and Besar has more high-end facilities and hence is popular with families and groups of people. Both these islands are traffic-free and the beaches are the perfect places to enjoy the sun. Apart from lazing in the sun, you can also indulge in adventure activities like snorkeling and scuba diving along with trekking in the jungle.

6. Melaka

Melaka is a place which was the hotspot of political and war activities where Portuguese Indian, British and Dutch governments fought to gain control. It is a commanding post on the busy sea route between India and China. Due to so many diverse influences, Melaka has a culture and vibrancy all its own. The architecture traditions and cuisine reflect these diverse influences and a rich heritage all its own. There is the Portuguese area which is characterized by charming villas and the Dutch district has some of the oldest Dutch architecture in the east of the world. Every Malaysia city tour includes a proper tour of this city in its itinerary. You can ask your DMC to include this city on the itinerary of your cruise tour package of Singapore and Malaysia.  

7. Cameron Highlands

This place is a cool escape from the heat of the lowlands these highlands and the Titiwangsa Mountains are among the oldest tourist attractions in Malaysia and if you are planning a trip to Malaysia then you should ask your DMC to add these in the Malaysia tour package. This area has developed into a scenic, lush green area almost with a British garden charm all its own. There is a lot of scope for outdoor activities like trekking, mountain climbing, etc. There are also many large tea plantations and colorful flower farms. Golfers can also enjoy the scenic golf courses in this area.

8. Kota Kinabalu

This city is the capital of the Sabah state in the part of Borneo controlled by Malaysia. It is a popular tourist destination because of its close proximity to rainforests, tropical islands, national parks, wildlife refuges and the tallest peak in Malaysia – Mount Kinabalu. There is a small city center that has many landmarks an observatory and several memorials. The observatory offers an excellent view of the city and the surrounding areas. Tunku Abdul Rahman Park has five small islands which are excellent for diving, snorkeling, and swimming.
Hence there is a lot to see and do in Singapore and Malaysia and you can further discuss your tour itinerary with the best Singapore DMC in India to make sure that you can enjoy your trip to the maximum.