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Toronto to Singapore with 2- or 3‑Day Stopover Options (Dec 18–Dec 31, 2025) — Doha (2‑day) or Tokyo (3‑day) Stopovers

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Day 1: Option A — Fly to Doha

Toronto, Canada → Doha, Qatar on December 18, 2025

9:30pm

Flight YYZ → DOH (sample)

Evening long‑haul on Qatar Airways (typical routing) to split the trip; sleeping on the overnight flight makes the stopover restful. Departure and arrival times vary by flight; expect ~12–13h flight time.
CAD1200, 13h0m

Day 2: Doha arrival & souq

Doha, Qatar on December 19, 2025

10:00am

Arrive & hotel check‑in

Arrive Doha, clear immigration and check in; use this morning to rest or take a short walk along the Corniche.
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11:30am

Souq Waqif

Historic market with spices, textiles and cafés — perfect for a relaxed cultural stroll and tea; many shops open 10:00–23:00 though individual stalls vary.
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2:00pm

Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)

World‑class collection and architecturally striking building on the waterfront; check current hours (typically ~9:00–19:00) and the special exhibition schedule.
CAD15, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Souq Waqif restaurants

Try local mezze, grilled meats or Arabic seafood in the souq lanes — lively evening atmosphere and karak tea after dinner.
CAD60, 1h30m

Day 3: Doha desert & fly to Singapore

Doha, Qatar → Singapore, Singapore on December 20, 2025

9:00am

Relaxing morning / hotel breakfast

Take a leisurely start, enjoy hotel facilities or a short Corniche walk before your afternoon activity.
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3:00pm

Half‑day desert safari (optional)

Dune driving, short camel photo stop and sunset views; many operators run afternoon/evening safaris — book in advance and verify pickup times (typical 3:00–9:00pm windows).
CAD90, 4h0m

11:50pm

Flight DOH → SIN (sample)

Overnight flight to Singapore; DOH → SIN is around 7–8 hours, arriving next day. Overnight timing lets you sleep on plane and arrive morning/afternoon in Singapore.
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Day 4: Singapore introduction

Singapore, Singapore on December 21, 2025

2:30pm

Arrive Changi / hotel check‑in

Land at Changi Airport and transfer to your city hotel; Changi is efficient with lots of amenities if you need to freshen up.
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4:00pm

Gardens by the Bay (Outdoor + Supertree Grove)

Iconic waterfront gardens; the outdoor gardens are open early–late while the Flower Dome & Cloud Forest conservatories usually open ~9:00–21:00 (check dates), making this a relaxed first afternoon visit.
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7:30pm

Dinner at Maxwell Food Centre

Famous hawker centre in Chinatown; try Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice or other hawker favourites for an authentic and affordable meal.
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Day 5: Sentosa & city sights

Singapore, Singapore on December 22, 2025

9:00am

Sentosa Island — beaches & S.E.A. Aquarium

Fun day for beach relaxation, cable car ride and the S.E.A. Aquarium (conservatively open ~10:00–18:00); Universal Studios Singapore is an alternative full‑day option (check park hours and buy tickets ahead).
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2:30pm

Marina Bay Sands SkyPark / Marina Bay promenade

City skyline views from SkyPark and a stroll along Marina Bay; open times for SkyPark usually start mid‑morning (confirm before visiting).
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7:00pm

Dinner at Lau Pa Sat / Satay Street

Historic market turned famous hawker centre with evening satay stalls and grilled seafood — lively night scene.
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Day 6: Culture & wildlife

Singapore, Singapore on December 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast — Ya Kun Kaya Toast

Classic Singapore breakfast of kaya toast and kopi; quick and iconic start to the day.
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10:00am

Singapore Zoo / River Safari (optional)

World‑renowned open‑concept zoo and river safari; open times typically ~8:30–6:00pm — book tickets and transfers in advance if interested.
CAD60, 4h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Newton Food Centre

Popular late‑night hawker destination — great for seafood, chili crab and local favourites; busy in the evening (open late).
CAD35, 1h30m

Day 7: Option B — Fly to Tokyo

Toronto, Canada → Tokyo, Japan on December 18, 2025

12:30pm

Flight YYZ → NRT/HND (sample)

Daytime departure on carrier such as ANA/JAL (or an alliance partner) for a comfortable daytime crossing; expect roughly 12–13h flight time and arrive next day local time.
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Day 8: Tokyo arrival & Asakusa

Tokyo, Japan on December 19, 2025

3:00pm

Arrive Tokyo & hotel check‑in

Land at Narita or Haneda, transfer to city center; Haneda is quicker for central Tokyo. Use afternoon to recover or walk nearby.
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5:00pm

Senso‑ji Temple & Nakamise Street

Historic Asakusa with souvenir streets and the impressive Senso‑ji temple; great for an evening stroll with food stalls and small shops (temple grounds open all day).
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7:30pm

Dinner at Tsukiji Outer Market or sushi spot

Tsukiji outer market has many stalls and casual restaurants serving fresh seafood and sushi; check business hours—many vendors open early to midafternoon, restaurants often open into the evening.
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Day 9: Tokyo day trip (Hakone / Mt. Fuji)

Tokyo, Japan → Hakone area, Japan on December 20, 2025

8:00am

Day trip: Hakone and Mt. Fuji views

Scenic ride on the Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise with Mt. Fuji views on clear days; the full trip is a long day — trains/buses run early and return by evening. Book a tour or Hakone Free Pass for convenience.
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8:30pm

Return to Tokyo & dinner in Shibuya

Explore the bustling Shibuya crossing and nearby izakayas for a lively dinner experience.
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Day 10: Tokyo museums & evening flight

Tokyo, Japan on December 21, 2025

10:00am

teamLab Planets / Mori Art Museum (choose one)

Interactive digital art at teamLab or city views and contemporary art at Mori (hours typically 10:00–19:00 but confirm). Both are great modern contrasts to classic Tokyo neighborhoods.
CAD35, 2h0m

11:50pm

Flight NRT/HND → SIN (sample)

Overnight flight from Tokyo to Singapore — about 7–7.5 hours overnight; depart late night to arrive Singapore early morning next day.
CAD420, 7h30m

Day 11: Singapore arrival from Tokyo

Singapore, Singapore on December 22, 2025

6:30am

Arrive Changi & transfer to hotel

Early arrival gives you a full day in Singapore; store luggage at hotel if check‑in is later and start exploring.
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9:00am

Breakfast at colonial district cafe

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast near the historic Civic District before heading to Gardens by the Bay or Chinatown.
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11:00am

Marina Bay / Gardens by the Bay

See the Supertrees and visit the conservatories (Flower Dome & Cloud Forest usually open 9:00–21:00) for an iconic first day.
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Day 12: Singapore exploration (both options)

Singapore, Singapore on December 23, 2025

9:00am

Chinatown + Little India walking tour

Half‑day exploring culture, temples, markets, and street food; Chinatown’s Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Little India’s Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple are highlights.
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1:00pm

Lunch at a hawker centre (Maxwell or Tekka Centre)

Sample laksa, chicken rice, char kway teow or roti prata — cheap, tasty and essential Singapore experience.
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4:00pm

Orchard Road shopping or Haji Lane boutiques

Spend the afternoon shopping or browsing independent boutiques in Haji Lane for souvenirs and local design.
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7:30pm

Evening: Night Safari or skyline dinner

Choose the Night Safari for a unique wildlife experience (check opening hours usually ~7:15pm) or book a skyline dinner at Marina Bay for city views.
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