Singapore & Universal Studios Holiday
Five days built around what families actually want from Singapore — a full day at Universal Studios Singapore, beach and cable-car time on Sentosa Island, and the iconic Marina Bay skyline — with your hotel, transfers and sightseeing arranged from the moment you land.
A theme park day and a city of icons, without the planning
Singapore packs an unusual amount into a small footprint, which is exactly what makes it work so well for a short family holiday. This five-day itinerary is built around the two things most travellers come for: a full day at Universal Studios Singapore — the only Universal park in Southeast Asia, spread across seven themed zones with more than 20 rides and shows — and the wider draw of Sentosa Island, from its beaches to its cable car. Around that sits the rest of Singapore's headline sights: the Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay, the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, and the Merlion looking out over the bay.
It's a compact, walkable, English-speaking city with one of the world's best public transport systems, which keeps the pace comfortable even with young children in tow. You're not choosing between theme-park thrills and postcard sightseeing — the itinerary gives you both, in a schedule that leaves room to slow down.
Airport transfers, centrally located accommodation, daily breakfast and guided sightseeing are arranged for you. Want an extra day on Sentosa, a night safari added on, or the whole thing run privately? Every element here can be tailored — this itinerary is the starting point, not the ceiling.
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What you'll actually do
A full day at Universal Studios Singapore
Southeast Asia's only Universal park, on Sentosa Island, spread across seven themed zones with more than 20 rides, shows and attractions — from Jurassic Park and Transformers to Shrek's Far Far Away. One admission covers the whole park; we'll help you plan the order that avoids the longest queues.
Sentosa Island's beaches & cable car
Beyond the theme park, Sentosa has close to 3km of sandy beaches, the historic Singapore Cable Car linking Mount Faber to the island, and enough activity options — Skyline Luge, the Oceanarium, Fort Siloso — to fill a second full day if you want one.
Gardens by the Bay & the Supertree Grove
A 101-hectare waterfront garden built around the towering, tree-shaped Supertrees, which come alive after dark with the Garden Rhapsody light-and-sound show — one of the most photographed sights in the city, and an easy add-on to a Marina Bay evening.
Marina Bay Sands & the Merlion
The skyline that defines Singapore — Marina Bay Sands' SkyPark observation deck 57 floors up, and the Merlion statue at the water's edge, framed against the CBD. Both sit within an easy waterfront walk of each other for one standout city evening.
Your 5-day itinerary
One full theme-park day, one full Sentosa day, and a Marina Bay city day — with breakfast daily and all listed transfers included.
You're met at Changi Airport and transferred to your centrally located hotel. Settle in, then ease into the city with an evening at Marina Bay — a stroll along the waterfront promenade, the Merlion lit up against the skyline, and dinner at one of the nearby hawker centres for a first taste of Singaporean food.
A transfer to Sentosa Island for a full day at Universal Studios Singapore. With seven themed zones and over 20 rides, shows and attractions to choose from, the day is yours to shape — thrill rides for older kids and teens, gentler attractions for younger children, and live shows to break up the walking. We'll share a suggested route to help you avoid the longest queues.
A second, slower day on Sentosa. Ride the Singapore Cable Car from Mount Faber for aerial views over the harbour, then spend the afternoon at your choice of Siloso, Palawan or Tanjong Beach. There's time to add an optional visit to the Singapore Oceanarium or the Skyline Luge if the group is keen — tell us your preferences and we'll build the afternoon around them.
A guided day around Marina Bay: the Supertree Grove and conservatories at Gardens by the Bay, the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark observation deck for a 360-degree view of the skyline, and a stop at the ArtScience Museum or Merlion Park depending on the group's interests. In the evening, stay for the Garden Rhapsody light show at the Supertree Grove, or head into Chinatown or Little India for dinner.
Enjoy a final breakfast and, depending on your flight, a little free time for last-minute shopping on Orchard Road or a relaxed morning near the hotel. You're then transferred to Changi Airport for your onward journey — or, if you'd like to extend, we can add nights in Singapore or link this trip to a wider Southeast Asia itinerary.
Indicative itinerary. The exact order of activities, sightseeing and transfer times is confirmed at the time of booking and may adapt to flight schedules, park hours, weather and local conditions.
What's included — and what's not
Clear from the start, so there are no surprises when you travel.
Included
- Accommodation for 4 nights
- Daily breakfast
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Intercity transfers where applicable
- Sightseeing as listed in the itinerary
- Selected entrance fees
- Local assistance throughout
Not included
- International flights (unless stated)
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Meals not stated in the itinerary
- Optional activities & hotel upgrades
- Tips & gratuities
Before you go
Best time to visit
Singapore is warm, humid and tropical year-round, with slightly drier stretches typically between February and April. Short afternoon showers can happen any month — pack for both sun and rain, whatever your dates.
Currency
The Singapore Dollar (SGD). Cards and contactless payment are accepted almost everywhere, including hawker centres and public transport, though a little cash is handy for small stalls.
Getting around
The MRT is fast, air-conditioned and covers most of the city, and the Sentosa Express monorail connects HarbourFront to the island in minutes. Taxis and ride-hailing apps fill the rest of the gaps — a private car is rarely necessary.
Ride restrictions & tickets
Several of the bigger rides at Universal Studios Singapore have minimum height requirements, so very young children may sit out a few attractions. Standard admission covers the whole park; express passes and combo tickets cost extra. Please confirm current restrictions and pricing closer to your travel date.
What to pack
Light, breathable clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a light rain layer for sudden showers, sun protection, and swimwear for Sentosa's beaches. Singapore's malls and MRT run cold air-conditioning, so a light layer helps indoors too.
Visas & documents
Entry requirements depend on your passport. Many nationalities can enter Singapore visa-free for short stays, but please check based on your own nationality before you travel — we're happy to point you to the right source.
Singapore, from theme park to skyline
Good to have answered
Is the US$999 price per person? What does it cover?
Yes — that's a starting price, per person, for the 5-day itinerary based on twin-share accommodation. It covers your hotel, daily breakfast, airport and listed transfers, the sightseeing in the itinerary and selected entrance fees. The final figure depends on your travel dates, hotel choice, group size and whether you'd like it private, so we confirm an exact quote when you enquire.
Is Universal Studios Singapore park admission included?
Standard park admission is arranged as part of your selected entrance fees. Express passes, combo tickets and any optional add-ons at the park are not included, so you can choose whether to add them once you know how the group wants to spend the day.
Will young children be able to ride everything?
Not quite — several of the bigger thrill rides at Universal Studios Singapore have minimum height requirements, so very young children may sit out a handful of attractions. The park has plenty of gentler rides and shows suited to younger kids, and we can help you plan a day that works for the whole family.
Are international flights included?
No — international flights aren't included unless we've specifically stated so in your quote. Singapore's Changi Airport is one of the best-connected hubs in the region; we can advise on convenient routings and arrange your airport transfers to match your flights.
Can this itinerary be customised or run privately?
Absolutely — this is a template, not a fixed package. Run it fully private, add a night, upgrade the hotel, swap in a night safari or a day trip, or extend into a wider Southeast Asia itinerary. Tell us what you have in mind and we'll shape it around you.
Do I need a visa for Singapore?
It depends on your nationality. Many travellers can enter Singapore visa-free for short stays, but requirements change, so please verify based on your own passport before you travel — we're glad to point you to the right official source.
How do I book or get a quote?
Send us an enquiry with your rough dates and traveller numbers and we'll come back with a tailored quote and next steps. There's no obligation, and no payment needed to get a proposal.
Let's plan your Singapore adventure
Tell us your dates and who's travelling. We'll send back a tailored itinerary and a clear, all-in quote — with the flexibility to make it exactly the trip you want.