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I always believe if you can you can, kill 2 birds with one stone – you should and so this Malaysia travel guide is perfect if you want to add on with Singapore and Indonesia (Bali). Now I personally don’t like birds; in fact, I am terrified of them, I run the other way when I see them. Literally!
However, I recently returned back since my student days to Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia, Bali for one of my closest friends weddings. And so for the purpose of this blog, I am sure you already know by the title that I am not talking about birds and that I will be sharing with you a 10 days in Malaysia travel guide and how you can add Singapore and Indonesia on there also. So if you are looking for things to do in Malaysia, an easy Malaysia and Singapore itinerary with a couple of days in Bali then you have come to the right place.
Earlier last year, I travelled over to the sunny side of Singapore for a close friend’s wedding in Malaysia, Johor Bahru. I didn’t book a flight to land in the airport at Johor Bahru. I flew into Singapore and then went from Singapore to Johor Bahru
While I was planning my trip to Malaysia, I decided that it would be good to ‘kill 2 birds with one stone’ and fly out to Bali for a few days. Want to know how? Read on!
Related Post: How to Cross from Malaysia to Singapore by Bus for Under £5
Before You Plan Your Malaysia and Singapore itinerary with Bali:
- Internet: With three countries in one trip, I would suggest that you will need to rely on Airalo for an eSIM card.
- Travel Insurance: Everyone should travel with travel insurance because it is a travel essential across multiple countries. I would suggest using SafetyWing.
- Payments: Card works in most places in Singapore and Bali’s touristy areas, but Malaysia and rural Bali can be cash heavy so please do have some cash for the following (Singapore) SGD, (Malaysia) MYR, and (Indonesia) IDR.
British Embassy Details
- The British High Commission, Singapore: 100 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247919.
- The British High Commission, Kuala Lumpur: Level 27, Menara Binjai, 2 Jalan Binjai, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- The British Consulate, Bali: Jalan Tantular No 32, Renon, Denpasar, Bali 80234, Indonesia (Indonesia’s main British Embassy is in Jakarta; this is the honorary consulate covering Bali). Please always check your country’s embassy on Embassies.info before you travel.
To ensure your 10 days in Malaysia itinerary goes well and is super smooth you will need to do the following:
- You need to plan well ahead – like 3 to 6 months before
- Make good use of public transport – 6 Top Tips for Crossing Borders Around the World
- Be prepared to fly with Air Asia (they are like Ryanair and so prepare for cancelations – Cancelled Ryanair Flight? Here’s Exactly What to Do)
- Be sure to have three different currencies
- Only stay short periods of a time
About Malaysia
Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country made up of Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia (on the island of Borneo), known for its mix of Malay, Chinese, and Indian cultures, cuisines, and languages. Kuala Lumpur is the capital, home to the Petronas Twin Towers, while Johor Bahru sits right across the causeway from Singapore, making it one of the most accessible land border crossings in the region.
- Language: Malay (Bahasa Malaysia) is official; English is widely spoken, especially in cities
- Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Time zone: GMT+8
- Best time to visit: Year-round, though it’s a tropical climate with a wetter monsoon season (roughly October–March on the east coast)
Entry Requirements for Malaysia
Many nationalities, including UK passport holders, can enter Malaysia visa-free for short tourist stays, check current allowances before booking, as durations and eligible countries can change. Please ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry. Worth noting that Malaysia uses the MDAC (Malaysia Digital Arrival Card), an online arrival form that needs to be completed shortly before entry check the latest requirement on the official immigration site before you fly.
As always please check gov.uk Foreign Travel Advice for the latest entry rules, as requirements can shift. You can check iVisa for visa checks.
How to travel to do 10 days In Malaysia Itinerary with Singapore and Bali, Indonesia
Day 1: Arrival in Singapore
I arrived in Singapore late afternoon, without my luggage! Upset was an understatement! I mean my eyelashes and all my hair products were in that suitcase! So I couldn’t slay on my first day, but I did take the pictures above!
It was agreed that my suitcase would go from Singapore to Johor Bahru, Malaysia, which is where I was heading that very night! I was given S$70 so despite the delay, happy to use the money for my taxi journey to my friend’s house. We had dinner and got ready to head over to Malaysia.
Day 2: Go from Singapore to Johor Bahru, Malaysia
The journey from Singapore to Malaysia was horrendous! We were in traffic for at least 3-5 hours. This worried me slightly because I had agreed to meet the cargo driver for my suitcase which was also coming from Singapore to johor Bahru and I thought I might miss it. At around 4 am we arrived at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru with just enough time for my suitcase to arrive! Yeah me!
A few hours later…
This is where my Malaysia travel guide begins! I started the morning with an amazing henna party! This is a Malaysian party before the wedding ceremony. There are lots of food, henna designs, talking and laughing. The night ended with a rehearsal and an early night for the big wedding day!
Day 3: Malaysian Wedding
The wedding day was an early start with hair and makeup. I was asked to carry a stand into the room which you can watch on my Instagram highlights. The day went along with wedding ceremonials, music and food!
Day 4: Last day in Malaysia
On my last day, I was invited to my friends family home to indulge in some rich Malaysian food! The night ended with us celebrating the new couple with the new family.
At around 11 pm I decided that it was time to head back to Singapore. I will be writing a piece on how to cross the border.
Day 5: Back in Singapore
I headed back to Singapore on my ones and decide to go and do more tourists things. It was good for me to experience the Singaporean tourist sites I missed as a student. Also read – 11 Things To Do In Singapore.
Day 6: Catch a flight to Bali
I headed back to Singapore airport for my solo adventure of the year – Bali! My arrival was quite overwhelming if I am honest with you – looking for my taxi driver was hectic with no wifi! Anyways I arrived in the afternoon using AirAsia and caught a Gojek to my hotel! There were lots and lot of traffic so I wasn’t able to get to my hotel until the early evening. My first night was spent with a massage, facial and dinner.
Day 7: Touring Ubud
Woke up very early at 5 am to get my Huda Beauty Eyelashes on! To head out and see the most Instgrammable places in Bali which were booked with FoverVacation for just £70!! Here is a list of things I got up to while on the tour – A 5 Day Bali Solo Travel Guide: Here’s How I Did Bali Alone (and Loved It)
Day 8: A trip to Semiyank
Woke up early to have breakfast by the pool and get another massage! I had made a friend the day before on my tour who had invited me to meet her at Potato Head Beach Club. We ended the day in both KYND and Bali Bola! I was so full up in the evening that I was glad to head home and have a nap!
Day 9: Goodbye Bali & Hello Singapore
It was my last day in Bali so I headed out to the Monkey Forest and Ubud Palace. By mid-afternoon, it was time for me to head home so-called on my taxi friend and caught a short flight back to Singapore.
Day 10: Last day in Singapore
My last day in Singapore was a chilled one, heading out to the local restaurants and buying souvenirs.
More Travel Tools & Resources For Your 10 Days in Malaysia Itinerary
- My Instagram and TikTok have clips from all three legs of this trip, you can DM me with any questions.
- Check the Foreign Travel Advice page for UK travellers, and check visas here, requirements differ across Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. If you are planing to cross borders from Singapore to Johor Bahru please do read this – 6 Top Tips for Crossing Borders Around the World
- Book tours with Viator or Get Your Guide please read reviews before booking them!
- Get travel insurance via SafetyWing here.
- I used Airalo for my eSIM you can use code ADEBOL5279 for a discount.
Final Views Malaysia Travel Guide With Singapore and Indonesia (Bali)
There you have it a quick simple guide to follow for not 10 days in Malaysia itinerary, but with this one you can add Singapore and Indonesia, Bali. If you are just staying 10 days in just Malaysia I would still suggest going to Singapore and then crossing over. However, you can also consider the airport at Johor Bahru if you don’t want to even go into Singapore at all.
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Speak soon,
MBV,
