Start the adventure in Singapore around 8:15am, where you’ll board a ferry at Harbourfront Center and take a comfortable, 45-minute high-speed ride across the Singapore Strait. After arriving at Batam Island in Indonesia, meet up with a friendly local guide who will show you around.
First up is the Vihara Buddhi Bakti Temple (Tua Pek Kong Bio) in Nagoya City, one of the island’s most important cultural sites. Then head to the Miniature Park, a striking representation of daily life in Indonesia’s 32 provinces, all encapsulated in tiny, individual pavilions.
At lunchtime, feast at a popular local spot known for hearty, traditional Indonesian food. Try kueh lapis, a delicious layer cake that comes in various flavors and even colors and is a staple on the island. After lunch, relax with a rejuvenating massage by a professional masseur and enjoy a bit of shopping for local goods. At 5:15pm, hop back on the ferry to return to Singapore.