So My Best Friend Just Got Engaged and Guess What She Asked Me About?
Author : Travel Junky | Published On : 03 Nov 2025
Okay, so Sarah (my childhood bestie) texted me last Tuesday at like 11 PM – you know, those late-night planning sessions – asking about Singapore honeymoon tours. And honestly? I had SO many thoughts because I literally just helped my cousin plan hers six months ago, plus I've been to Singapore twice myself (once for work, once dragging my partner along, and yes, it felt very honeymoon-y even though we're not married).
Here's the deal: everyone thinks Singapore is just that place with the fancy airport and expensive everything. And look, they're not entirely wrong, but there's this whole thing about Singapore honeymoon packages that people don't get until they actually start digging into it.
Why I'm Weirdly Obsessed with Singapore for Honeymoons (Hear Me Out)
So I'm gonna be real with you – when my cousin first mentioned Singapore, I was like "...really? Not Maldives or Bali?" But here's what changed my mind, and honestly, it might change yours too.
First off, it's clean. Like, REALLY clean. Which sounds boring until you're on your honeymoon and the last thing you wanna deal with is dodgy street food making you sick or worrying about safety at 1 AM when you're walking back from Marina Bay. My cousin told me she felt comfortable wearing her wedding jewelry there, which she definitely wouldn't have done in some other places (no shade, just facts).
But here's the weird part – it's also got this perfect mix of romantic and fun? Like, you can do the whole sunset dinner thing at Marina Bay Sands one night, and then the next day you're at Universal Studios acting like kids. Most singapore packages for couples I've seen actually balance this out pretty well.
What Actually Worked (And What Was Kinda Meh)
Okay, so when I was helping research singapore tour package for couple options, I made a bunch of mistakes at first. Want to know what I learned the hard way?
Mistake #1: I initially looked at those super cheap packages – around ₹45,000 for 5 days. They looked amazing on paper. But then I read the fine print (always read the fine print, people) and realized they put you in hotels like 45 minutes from the main areas. And Singapore's MRT is great and all, but on your honeymoon, you don't wanna spend an hour commuting after a long day, you know?
The sweet spot I found? Around ₹85,000-₹1,20,000 for a decent singapore honeymoon package with a hotel actually IN the city. Yeah, it's more, but you're gonna spend that money anyway on cabs if you cheap out on location. Trust me on this.
The Sentosa Thing: Everyone raves about Sentosa Island. And okay, it's pretty, I'll give it that. But honestly? I think one full day there is enough. My cousin spent two days there and said she kinda got bored. (Don't come at me, Sentosa fans – just being honest!) The beach is nice but it's not Maldives-level, and the attractions are fun but they're basically theme park stuff.
What surprised me though was Gardens by the Bay at night. I thought it'd be touristy and overrated. It's DEFINITELY touristy, but actually... it's kind of magical? They have this light show thing with the Supertrees, and it sounds cheesy describing it, but when you're there holding hands with your person, it hits different. (Ugh, I'm being sappy, but whatever, it's true.)
Here's What I'd Actually Recommend
If I was planning a singapore honeymoon right now (and honestly, I'm kinda tempted to convince my partner we need a "practice honeymoon" lol), here's what I'd do:
Days 1-2: Stay near Marina Bay. Book something with a view if you can swing it – not necessarily Marina Bay Sands itself because that's like ₹40,000 a night (insane), but there are hotels nearby with rooftop pools and good views for way less. Spend these days just being romantic, doing the iconic stuff – the Merlion (yes, it's touristy, but you gotta), nice dinners, that Gardens by the Bay thing I mentioned.
Day 3: This is where it gets fun – hit up the different neighborhoods. Little India in the morning (and grab some roti prata for breakfast, seriously), then Arab Street area in the afternoon. The Sultan Mosque is gorgeous, and there are these tiny shops selling perfume oils that make great gifts. By the way, most singapore tour packages don't really emphasize this enough, but the cultural areas are honestly more interesting than another day at a theme park.
Days 4-5: Mix of whatever you're into – Universal Studios if you're theme park people, or if you're more chill (like me), maybe the Southern Ridges walk in the morning and then spa afternoon. There's this place called Spa Esprit at Sentosa that my cousin went to... she said it was expensive but worth it for a honeymoon splurge.
The Money Talk (Because Let's Be Real)
Okay, so everyone dances around this, but I'm just gonna say it – Singapore is expensive. Not like Dubai-level insane, but it's up there.
A realistic budget for a 5-day singapore honeymoon tour would be:
- Flights: ₹35,000-₹50,000 per person (depending on when you book)
- Package (hotel + some meals + transfers): ₹80,000-₹1,50,000 for the couple
- Spending money: ₹40,000-₹60,000 for food, shopping, extras
So you're looking at around ₹2,00,000-₹3,00,000 total for both people. Yeah, it's a lot. But honestly? For a honeymoon, if you can afford it, I think it's worth it because you're not gonna be stressed about safety or logistics, and that peace of mind is... kinda priceless?
(Though between you and me, if you're on a tighter budget, I'd say do 4 days instead of 5 and skip the super expensive restaurants. There's AMAZING hawker food for like ₹300 a meal that's just as good.)
Things Nobody Tells You
Wait, let me back up and mention some random stuff that actually matters:
The weather is HOT and humid. Like, change-your-shirt-twice-a-day humid. Most singapore honeymoon packages don't mention this clearly, but plan for it. Bring a small towel, wear breathable clothes, and don't schedule too much walking around midday.
Also, and this is kinda specific, but if you're booking a singapore package for couple, check if they include the tourist pass for unlimited public transport. It costs around ₹15 a day if you buy it separately, but it's so worth it. The MRT is cleaner and more efficient than anything we have back home (sorry, India, but facts).
One more thing – don't sleep on the night safari thing at the zoo. I know, I know, a zoo sounds boring. But it's actually pretty romantic in this weird way? It's at night, everything's moody and atmospheric, and you get to see animals being all active instead of sleeping in the heat. My cousin said it was unexpectedly one of their favorite things.
So, Should You Actually Do It?
Look, I think if you want a honeymoon that's romantic but not TOO remote (like, you still want good wifi and options), Singapore's honestly a solid choice. It's not gonna give you those dramatic Santorini sunset photos, but it's gonna give you a really FUN, comfortable, memorable time without the stress.
I'm actually thinking about suggesting it to my partner for our anniversary trip next year... though knowing us, we'll probably end up spending half the time at hawker centers trying every food thing we can find. Which honestly? Sounds perfect to me.
What are you thinking for yours?
