Some holidays tick one box. This one ticks about fifteen. A Dubai, Singapore and Bali trip is the kind of itinerary that sounds almost too good on paper โ three countries, three completely different worlds, all connected by a logical flight path eastward from the UK. And yet, having put hundreds of clients through this exact route over the years, we can tell you that it genuinely delivers on every front. Dubai gives you the adrenaline. Singapore gives you the culture. Bali gives you the exhale you didnโt know you needed.
What makes this combination work so well isnโt just that each destination is individually brilliant โ itโs the contrast between them. You arrive in Dubai wired from the flight and immediately the city matches your energy: towers, noise, spectacle, the best restaurants youโve ever eaten in. Then Singapore quietly raises the bar with its extraordinary food scene, immaculate gardens, and that particular brand of Asian cosmopolitanism that nowhere else quite pulls off. By the time you land in Bali, youโre ready for something slower, and the island delivers it without question โ rice terraces, temple incense, the sound of a gamelan drifting across a jungle villa at dusk.
This guide covers the practical side properly: the right amount of time in each place, which hotels are actually worth the money, the best time to travel, what this trip costs, and how to book it as a fully ATOL-protected package through SuperDestinations.
Why This Route Works So Well from the UK
The geography here is unusually kind to UK travellers. Youโre heading east in a straight line, which means no backtracking, no illogical hops, and a return leg that makes complete sense. London to Dubai is about seven hours โ short enough that you land feeling human rather than destroyed, which matters when you want to hit the ground running. Dubai to Singapore is another seven hours, usually overnight, so you sleep and arrive in the morning. Singapore to Bali is under three hours; it barely counts as a flight. The return from Bali to London is typically routed via Singapore or a Gulf hub and runs to around fourteen hours in total.
What this means in practice is a trip that flows. Each leg feels like a natural transition rather than an endurance test, and the geography enforces a satisfying narrative arc: glamour, then sophistication, then serenity. Weโve sent clients on this route whoโve come back and immediately asked to book it again with different members of their family.
The Dubai, Singapore & Bali Holiday at a Glance
- Dubai: 3โ4 nights โ architecture, desert, world-class dining
- Singapore: 3 nights โ gardens, hawker culture, Marina Bay
- Bali: 5โ7 nights โ temples, rice terraces, luxury villas
- Return flights from London included as a single ATOL-protected booking
Dubai: Three to Four Nights of Pure Spectacle
Dubai has a reputation for excess, and it earns it โ but thereโs more to the city than most people expect. Yes, there are towers that make Manhattan look modest, and yes, a meal at a good restaurant here will cost more than you planned to spend. But Dubai also has a genuinely interesting old quarter, a spectacular coastline, and a desert that begins almost the moment you leave the city limits. Three to four nights is the right amount of time: long enough to do it justice, short enough to leave before the novelty starts to wear.
Dubai: What to Do and Where to Stay
- Burj Khalifa at sunset โ book the 148th floor observation deck in advance; the view as the city lights up is extraordinary
- Desert safari โ dune bashing, falconry, and dinner under the stars at a private Bedouin camp; do this on your first or second evening while the novelty is at its peak
- Old Dubai โ take the abra across the Creek to Al Fahidi and the Gold Souk; itโs a completely different city from the one you see from the highway
- Beach clubs โ Nikki Beach and Zero Gravity do this better than anywhere in the world; build in an afternoon
- Dubai Mall โ beyond the shopping, the aquarium, the skating rink, and the fountain show outside at night are all genuinely worth an hour each
Singapore: Three Nights in the Worldโs Most Liveable City
Singapore tends to surprise people. They expect efficiency and cleanliness โ they get both โ but they donโt expect the food to be this extraordinary, the gardens this ambitious, or the culture this genuinely layered. Itโs a city that has thought carefully about what it wants to be, and the result is somewhere that works almost perfectly: the MRT runs on time, the hawker centres serve food that professional chefs travel across the world to eat, and the mixture of Chinese, Malay, Tamil, and European influences produces architecture, cuisine, and street life you wonโt find anywhere else in quite the same combination.
Three nights is enough to cover the highlights properly. You wonโt exhaust Singapore in that time โ it takes multiple trips to do that โ but youโll come away feeling like you know the city rather than just having skimmed its surface.
Singapore: What to Do and Where to Stay
- Gardens by the Bay โ arrive at dusk for the Supertree light show; the Cloud Forest dome is one of the most spectacular built spaces in Asia
- Maxwell Food Centre โ Tian Tian Hainanese chicken rice has a Michelin Bib Gourmand and a queue thatโs worth every minute; go for lunch
- Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam โ walk all three in a morning; the temples, shophouses, and street food tell the story of the city better than any museum
- Marina Bay Sands observation deck โ you donโt need to stay here to go up; the rooftop view at night is worth the entrance fee
- Sentosa Island โ optional half-day; good beaches and Universal Studios if youโre travelling with children
Bali: Five to Seven Nights of Genuine Restoration
Bali is the destination that closes the loop. After the intensity of Dubai and the polish of Singapore, the island absorbs you at a different pace entirely. There are rice terraces that have been cultivated for a thousand years, temples where ceremonies happen whether tourists are watching or not, and a culture of hospitality that doesnโt feel performed. The spa treatments are genuinely extraordinary. The food โ if you venture beyond the tourist trail โ is as good as anything in the region.
The island is large enough that where you base yourself matters. Our recommendation is to split your stay: three nights in Ubud for the culture and the jungle, then three or four nights at a beach resort in Seminyak or Uluwatu to decompress properly before the flight home.
Bali: Where to Stay and What Not to Miss
- Tegallalang Rice Terraces โ go early morning before the tour groups arrive; the light is better anyway
- Tanah Lot at sunset โ the sea temple on the rocks is one of Baliโs most photographed sights; arrive an hour before sunset for the best light
- Mount Batur sunrise hike โ a 2am start, a two-hour climb in the dark, and then a view of the caldera lake at dawn that you will remember for the rest of your life
- Traditional Balinese massage โ most luxury resorts have excellent spas, but the small family-run places in Ubud give equally good treatments for a fraction of the price
- Uluwatu Temple โ cliffside, dramatic, and the Kecak fire dance at sunset is genuine Balinese culture rather than a tourist fabrication
Choosing Your Base in Bali
Bali isnโt really one destination โ the different areas feel almost like different islands. Hereโs how to decide where to spend your nights:
| Area | Best For | Atmosphere | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ubud | Culture, temples, yoga, rice terraces | Jungle, spiritual, slower pace | 3โ4 nights |
| Seminyak | Beach clubs, dining, boutique shopping | Cosmopolitan, lively, stylish | 3โ4 nights |
| Uluwatu | Clifftop drama, surf, luxury seclusion | Dramatic, upscale, quieter | 2โ3 nights |
| Nusa Dua | Families, resort-only relaxation | Gated, calm, pristine beaches | 3โ5 nights |
Our most popular split for UK clients doing the Dubai Singapore Bali route is three nights Ubud followed by three nights Seminyak or Uluwatu. You get the cultural depth of Ubud without missing the beach, and the contrast between the two keeps the Bali portion feeling varied rather than repetitive.
The Best Time to Travel
The Bali dry season โ April through to October โ is the natural anchor for this itinerary. Dubai and Singapore work year-round (though Dubai from June to August is exceptionally hot, easily above 40ยฐC), so Baliโs weather is the factor that governs the planning. May, June, and September are our pick of the sweet spot: dry in Bali, post-peak in Dubai, and ahead of the busiest period in both cities.
How Long Should You Go For?
Twelve to fourteen nights is the minimum that does this route justice. Less than that and youโll feel the pace is relentless; more than that and you might consider adding a fourth destination (Lombok from Bali, or a few nights in Abu Dhabi before Dubai, are both popular extensions). Our standard breakdown:
| Destination | Minimum | Recommended | Extended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | 2 nights | 3โ4 nights | 5 nights |
| Singapore | 2 nights | 3 nights | 4 nights |
| Bali | 4 nights | 5โ7 nights | 10 nights |
| Total | 8 nights | 12โ14 nights | 19+ nights |
What Does a Dubai, Singapore and Bali Holiday Cost?
The honest answer is: anywhere from ยฃ3,500 per person to considerably more, depending mainly on the hotels you choose and the time of year. Bali can be done in extraordinary luxury for less than a mid-range hotel in Dubai costs, which is one of the pleasures of this itinerary โ your budget goes furthest in the destination where you spend the most time.
| Package Type | Typical Cost pp | Whatโs Included |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Luxury | ยฃ3,500โยฃ4,500 | Return flights, 4-star hotels throughout, transfers |
| Premium Luxury | ยฃ4,500โยฃ6,500 | Return flights, 5-star hotels, private transfers, selected experiences |
| Ultra Luxury | ยฃ7,000+ | Business class flights, top-tier properties (Bulgari Bali, Burj Al Arab), full concierge |
All SuperDestinations packages include return international flights, all internal flights between Dubai, Singapore, and Bali, accommodation, and airport transfers as a single ATOL-protected booking. There are no hidden components booked separately through different providers.
Entry Requirements for UK Travellers
One of the genuine conveniences of this route is that the entry requirements are about as straightforward as they get. UK passport holders can enter the UAE, Singapore, and Indonesia without a visa arranged in advance โ the UAE and Singapore grant visa-free access on arrival, and Indonesia operates a visa on arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar (currently approximately ยฃ30, paid at the airport). Make sure your passport has at least six monthsโ validity from your return date, and youโre covered.
