The 6 Best Spa Days Across the Water Worldwide

1.SMALL GROUP: Batam day tour with Ferry, 1-hour Massage, and Lunch from Singapore

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 29 reviews · from $266Our pick

Spend about 13 hours crossing from Singapore to Batam and back with a small group of up to 15 people. An English-speaking guide such as Johni, Bell, Aolia, or Dian leads you to temples, museums, monuments, Barelang Bridge, a seafood lunch, Indonesian layer cake, and a 60-minute traditional massage.

“We went to Batam, Indonesia by ferry from Singapore which was an hour on the water each way. When we arrived in Batam we met Johnny, our tour guide for the day. He took us for breakfast then to the Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya BuddhiRead more”

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2.Batam Day Tour with Singapore ferry ticket, massage & lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 16 reviews · from $127

Take a private guided day trip from Singapore to Batam with guides such as Riza, Gunawan, Aulia, or John. Expect Malay dance, Angklung music, Barelang Bridge, seafood lunch, mosques, temples, coffee and cake shopping, plus a 90-minute Indonesian massage.

“I would like to thank Riza for the excellent guided tour. I truly had a wonderful day in Batam, discovering so many beautiful places. Riza is very knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, simply the best guide ever ! Highly recommended.”

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3.PRIVATE: Batam day tour with Ferry, 2-hour Massage and Lunch from Singapore

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $289

Cross from Singapore to Batam by high-speed ferry, then tour temples, mosques, a museum, Barelang Bridge, and local shops with a private English-speaking guide. The day includes a four-course Indonesian feast, kueh lapis tasting, private car, and a 120-minute traditional massage. Guides such as Aulia, Diane, Jackey, and Linda have earned especially warm praise.

“We really enjoyed this trip and were amazed at all the things we were able to do and see. Diane (hopefully spelled right!) was an fabulous host -- knowledgeable, amenable, and open to us veering off course a bit. Highly recommend her!”

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4.1 Day Batam City Tour with Ferry Ticket, Lunch and Massage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $187Top rated

Travel from Singapore to Batam by high-speed ferry for a nine-hour guided day. You’ll visit temples, the Welcome to Batam monument, Barelang Bridge, a Chinese-style mosque, batik shops, and Mega Mall, with lunch, local snacks, coffee, and a one-hour traditional massage included.

“Get some taste about Batam with a day trip. The overall arrangement is reasonable and meets our expectation.”

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5.Batam Heritage Tour with Singapore Ferry Ticket, Lunch & Massage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $123Best value

You’ll travel from Singapore to Batam by ferry, then tour the Barelang Bridge chain, former Galang refugee camp, mosques, local food stops, and souvenir shops with a private guide and air-conditioned transport. Lunch, tasting stops, a 90-minute Indonesian massage, and return ferry tickets are included. Guide Gunawan has received warm praise for his friendly, informative service.

“A memorable day in Batam and the islands! Gunawan was my driver and guide and made sure I was able to see and learn as much as possible about the people and sights to see!”

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6.Batam Day Tour from Singapore with Ferry Ticket, Massage & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $183

Spend about 10 hours crossing from Singapore to Batam with ferry tickets, private air-conditioned transport, a seafood lunch, local coffee and layer cake tasting, temple and mosque visits, shopping, and a 90-minute Indonesian massage. Guide Aulia has led this route, which suits visitors who want a broad Batam introduction in one day.

“Excellent tour with a delightful guide. Nothing was too much for her. Despite the rain we had a great time.”

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