Batam day trip from Singapore: Ferry, temples & massage

The largest Buddhist temple in Southeast Asia sits a ferry ride from Singapore.

A full-day tour from Singapore to Batam with round-trip ferry tickets, air-conditioned transport, local guide in English, Chinese, Malay or Japanese, traditional Indonesian lunch, and 60-minute massage. The itinerary covers the Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Temple, the six-span Barelang Bridge, a coffee plantation, two historic temples, and a dinosaur park, with time at Mega Mall before the evening ferry back. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Transport to HarbourFront Centre in Singapore is not included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Temple1h 30m
2. Barelang Bridge2h · entry included

Batam city tour with ferry and massage

• Assemble at HarbourFront Centre
• Board ferry to Batam Center
• Meet local guide and transfer
• Photo stop at Welcome to Batam monument
• Visit Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Temple
• Visit Barelang Bridge and have lunch
• Sample Indonesian street snacks
• Learn about Indonesian coffee and taste
• Visit Muhammad Cheng Ho Mosque
• Stop at dinosaur-themed attraction
• Visit Tua Pek Kong Temple and try snacks
• Enjoy 60-minute traditional Indonesian massage
• Visit Mega Mall Batam Center
• Return ferry to Singapore

The experience

The day starts at HarbourFront Centre in Singapore at 8 AM, where you collect your boarding pass and board a high-speed ferry to Batam Center Ferry Terminal: about an hour's crossing. A local guide meets you on arrival and takes you through the city in an air-conditioned vehicle, beginning with a photo stop at the Welcome to Batam monument. The core of the tour centers on two temples: the Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya, Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple, where you walk through peaceful halls and see Buddha statues; and later, the Tua Pek Kong Temple, Batam's oldest Chinese temple, where you sample Onde-Onde pastries and fresh coconut. Between them, you cross the Barelang Bridge (a chain of six bridges linking three islands), and stop for a traditional Indonesian lunch with local street snacks called Gorengan.

The afternoon adds smaller stops that round out the cultural picture: a coffee plantation where you learn about Indonesian roasting and brewing, then taste a fresh cup; the Muhammad Cheng Ho Mosque, which blends Chinese architecture with Islamic calligraphy; and a dinosaur-themed park with life-sized replicas and photo spots. After these, you have time to browse Mega Mall Batam Center near the ferry terminal before boarding the 6:20 PM ferry back to Singapore. The 60-minute traditional massage, included in the tour price, happens before the mall visit, giving you time to unwind before the return crossing.

The full day runs nine hours from departure to arrival back at HarbourFront Centre. Ferry fuel surcharges and visa-on-arrival fees (if needed) are optional add-ons at checkout. The guide speaks English, Chinese, Malay, or Japanese depending on your booking, and the operator can arrange vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or other dietary meals if you request them when you reserve.

What’s included

• Round-trip high-speed ferry tickets between Singapore and Batam.
• air-conditioned vehicle and local guide throughout the day.
• traditional Indonesian lunch with local street snacks.
• 60-minute traditional massage.
• entry to the Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Temple, Barelang Bridge, Muhammad Cheng Ho Mosque, Tua Pek Kong Temple, dinosaur park and coffee plantation.
• Onde-Onde pastry and fresh coconut drink at the temple.
• gratuities for the guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 to 44 years) · Senior (45 to 60 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 13

Live guideEnglish, Chinese, Japanese and Malay

Audio guideEnglish, Chinese and Malay

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by FUNTRIP INDONESIA

Is this one for you?The ferry departs from HarbourFront Centre in Singapore at 8 AM and returns at 6:20 PM, so you don't need a car or a hotel in Batam. Book from anywhere in Singapore and the transport is arranged for you. The nine-hour day fits between a morning start and an evening return, making it a complete outing without an overnight stay.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Chinese, Malay and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3).

What is the Barelang Bridge and why do we stop there?

The Barelang Bridge is a chain of six bridges connecting the islands of Batam, Rempang, and Galang. It's a scenic photo stop and one of Batam's most recognizable landmarks, offering views across the water and the chance to see how the islands link together.

Can I get a vegetarian or vegan meal on this tour?

Yes. The operator can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other dietary restrictions. You need to tell them your requirements when you book.

How long is the ferry ride from Singapore to Batam?

The high-speed ferry takes approximately one hour to travel from HarbourFront Centre in Singapore to Batam Center Ferry Terminal.

What's included in the massage, and when does it happen?

A 60-minute traditional Indonesian massage is included, designed to relieve tension and improve circulation using time-honoured techniques. It takes place in the afternoon, before you visit Mega Mall and head to the ferry terminal for your return journey.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the ferry terminal in Singapore?

Yes. Transport from your hotel or location in Singapore to HarbourFront Centre is not included, so you'll need to arrange that separately. The ferry terminal is accessible by public transportation and taxis.