Genting Dream Cruise – 3 Nights & 4 Days Singapore to Penang

Depending on the cruise route, you can take optional shore excursions to the following attractions.

Penang Route (Docks at Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal)

• George Town Heritage Street Art: Explore a series of interactive, timeless murals and iron-caricature sculptures across its historic alleyways.

• Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera): Take a scenic, high-speed funicular railway that head you to this hill station, rewarding you with most panoramic views of the island and mainland.

• Kek Lok Si Temple: It’s one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most stunning Buddhist temple complexes, with a seven-story pagoda and a massive bronze statue of Kuan Yin as its main highlight.

• Chulia Street & Gurney Drive: This open-air street food hubs is where you can sample local culinary delights like Char Kway Teow, Penang Laksa, and Hokkien Mee.

Melaka Route (Anchored at Parameswara Jetty)

• Dutch Square & Christ Church: It’s easily recognizable for its distinct terracotta-red colonial buildings, the historic Stadthuys, and mostly, the iconic Protestant church dating back to the 18^th

• A Famosa Fort: Located at the base of St. Paul’s Hill, this stone gatehouse depicts the historical remains of a major 16th-century Portuguese fortress.

• Paul’s Church: Perched atop St. Paul’s Hill, these timeless church ruins treats you to most stunning views of Old Town and the Malacca Straits.

• Jonker Street (Chinatown): This bustling spot is lined with historic red-brick houses, and is a must-visit for antique shopping, art galleries, and enjoying Peranakan food like chicken rice balls and laksa.

• Melaka Straits Mosque: Located a short drive away on an artificial island, this beautiful mosque appears to float directly on the water during high tide.

Port Klang Route (Anchored at Port Klang Cruise Terminal)

• Batu Caves: The focal point is a world-famous limestone hill featuring a massive golden Lord Muruga statue, along with 272 vibrant, rainbow-colored steps that lead to a historic Hindu cave temple.

• Petronas Twin Towers: As one of Kuala Lumpur’s ultimate architectural landmarks, it offers scenic photo opportunities from the skybridge.

• Merdeka Square (Independence Square): This historic plaza is surrounded by heritage architecture, including the grand Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the monumental Malaysian flagpole.

• Istana Negara (The King’s Palace): This majestic royal residence with golden domes is a true delight for travelers as they stop to appreciate the grand gates and the changing of the royal guard.

• Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque (The Blue Mosque): Located in nearby Shah Alam, closer to the port, this spectacular structure features one of the world’s largest religious domes.

Depending on the cruise route, timings are as follows: 

• Day 1 (Singapore – Embarkation): Terminal check-in. Boarding gates close at 12:00 PM / 1:00 PM, and the ship sails at 1:00 PM / 2:00 PM.

• Day 2: (Penang): The ship will be docked at George Town, approximately from 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM / 9:00 PM.

• Day 3 (Port Klang or At Sea): Depending on the cruise route, the ship docks at Port Klang from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM / 7:00 PM. When it comes to standard discovery routes, you can expect to spend a full day at sea. 

• Day 4 (Singapore – Disembarkation): The ship returns to the Singapore port at approximately 7:00 AM / 12:00 PM.

• Boarding: Complete your online check-in via the StarDream Cruises portal. Be sure to reach the terminal at least 3 to 4 hours before departure to avoid long lines.

• Travel Documents: All passengers must carry their original passport (valid for at least 6 months), a printed copy of the cruise boarding pass, and travel entry visas (if necessary).

• Infant & Minor Booking Policies: All guests must be more than 6 months old on the day of sailing. At least two guests (each at least 18 years old) must accompany infants (below 2 years old), and will be charged at a rate for infants. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied in the same or connecting cabin by a guest of at least 18 years of age.

• Health & Boarding Restrictions: Expectant mothers who have reached or entered their 24th week of pregnancy at any stage of the cruise will not be allowed to board. Similarly, travelers above 70 must submit a doctor’s certificate stating they are “Fit to Travel.”

• Safety Protocols: A 24-hour medical facility operates onboard for general emergencies and seasickness treatment; personal prescription items must be carried in their original pharmacy bottles, and guests with severe contagious symptoms may be isolated in their rooms for the safety of other passengers.

• Baggage Rules: Check large, heavy suitcases with terminal porters on the ground floor; also, pack a light carry-on backpack with your passport, important medications, and vital electronics for immediate use.

• Banned Items: For safety reasons, the cruise prohibits power strips, extension cords, clothing irons, room hot plates, drones, and e-cigarettes.

• Payment Methods: As the ship operates primarily on a cashless ecosystem, all expenses are charged directly to your stateroom keycard and must be settled before disembarkation in Singapore Dollars (SGD), major international credit cards, or approved digital wallets.