From Singapore: Batam Highlight Half-Day Tour
Batam Island, Singapore
Discover Batam on a half-day highlights tour, ideal for travelers who have limited time in Singapore but still want to get a taste of a small Indonesian town near Singapore.
Overview
This half-day guided tour to Batam, Indonesia is one hour by ferry from Singapore and suits travelers seeking a quick cultural getaway with massage and local cuisine.
Highlights
- Private tour with your guide only, no strangers or waiting
- Stop at the Welcome to Batam Monument, Batam’s version of the Hollywood sign
- Traditional Indonesian lunch set with vegetarian options available on request
- Opportunity to purchase hand-crafted souvenirs and authentic Luwak Coffee
- Relaxing 90-minute authentic Indonesian massage
Description
Batam is accessible by a 1-hour ferry ride from Singapore, ideal for a short escape from the city. The tour includes a traditional Indonesian lunch featuring fried gorame fish, chicken satay, grilled squid, and fresh juice, with vegetarian options available upon request.
Enjoy the famous Batam pastry called 'Layer Cake,' a local specialty. You can also purchase authentic Luwak Coffee directly from the factory as a premium gift, along with hand-crafted items and Batik clothing at personal expense.
The return ferry departs at 15:20 (GMT+7) arriving in Singapore at 17:30 (GMT+8). If you prefer the earlier 14:10 ferry, notify your guide via WhatsApp one day before the tour when confirming meal allergies; itinerary adjustments may apply.
Includes
- Choice of Singapore-Batam ferry ticket (departure 8:30 am Singapore Time) or meet at Batam hotel or port at 10:00 am Batam Time (no ferry ticket)
- Fully guided half-day Batam tour with English-speaking guide
- Traditional Indonesian lunch set
- 90-minute Indonesian massage
- Mineral water and onboard Wi-Fi
Excludes
- Visa on Arrival IDR 253,000 / SGD 25 per person for non-ASEAN passport holders (if booking option includes ferry tickets)
- Seaport handling fee SGD 12 per person (round trip)
- Personal expenses such as shopping
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
Important Information
- For options including Singapore ferry tickets, valid travel documents (passport, visa if applicable) are required. Multiple-entry visa or visa-free re-entry to Singapore must be ensured.
- Infants and children must be included in the passenger count.
- This tour crosses the Singapore-Indonesia border. For faster immigration, provide complete passport details (name, gender, nationality, date of birth, issue and expiry dates) during booking.
- Failure to provide required passport information may result in denial of boarding and forfeiture of payment.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour start time for a full refund.
