Singapore Iconic Explorer

Arrive at the airport and be transferred to the hotel of choice. 

This evening, be picked up at 18:30 at the hotel with the guide and driver and transferred to Singapore River for an evening spent along the vital waterway of Singapore. 

Cruise down the Singapore River in a traditional bumboat to see the legacy of Singapore's history. This is the best way to see the pivotal role the river played in Singapore's history as a port town. The cruise passes godowns and old shophouses, that now stands as a silent reminder of its humble past. Cruise past old colonial buildings contrasted with imposing modern skyscrapers. Guarding the river mouth see the majestic water-spouting Merlion - a mythological half-lion, half-fish creature a successful symbol of Singapore's tourism industry.
 
End the tour with a seafood dinner along the riverside. Savour an authentic dish of chili crab served with mantou (fried Chinese buns), a local favourite and a must-have in Singapore! 

Choose to stay around the area to explore Singapore’s glittering nightlife or be transferred back to the hotel.

Overnight in Singapore

Inclusions:

🍗 Dinner

This morning at 09:00, be picked up at the hotel by the driver and guide to explore the attractive gardens of Singapore. 

Visit the Sands Sky Park, an awe-inspiring engineering wonder. This unique structural masterpiece, floats atop the three soaring Marina Bay Sands hotel towers, 200m in the sky!

Stretching longer than the Eiffel Tower laid down or four and a half A380 Jumbo jets, with an impressive 12,400 square meters of space, the Sands Sky Park offers unforgettable panorama views of the city’s impressive skyline. An absolute paradise in the sky! 

Then, explore Singapore’s latest National Garden - Gardens by the Bay. Visit the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest cooled conservatories. The Flower Dome is a cooled conservatory replicating the cool-dry climate of Mediterranean regions in South Africa, California, Spain and Italy with unique plants like the Baobab trees, the Madagascar Ghost Tree, and the 1000-year-old Olive tree. The Flower Field caters for a changing display of vibrant plants and blooms. Then, be awed by the world’s tallest indoor waterfall at 35-metre amidst the lush vegetation and tropical epiphytes of the Cloud Forest. 

This evening’s tour begins 18:00 at a popular local food centre. Meet with the guide at the hotel and hop onto the MRT to Chinatown station. Find a seat among this local foodie’s paradise. 

First, tuck in to a refreshing craft beer from various parts of the world - watch scenes of locals everyday lives - and if up for it, buy some snacks from the local stalls (A pint of craft beer is included but additional food is at guests own cost.)

Then, walk over to the famous Buddha Tooth Relic Temple in the beautiful evening light and see the senior locals wind down the day with a game of chinese chess. This is a great photo opportunity and chance to interact with the locals. 

Learn about the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and stroll through its amazing interior if desired. 

Take  a walk through the busy streets to Lau Pa Sat - also known as Telok Ayer Market, a historic building located within the Downtown Core in the Central Area of Singapore. Experience Singapore's unique food culture housed within one of the most monumental structures in Singapore. Enjoy your dinner with a variety of local food fare. 

After having a fill with dinner, head off for a cooling bowl of local dessert. Choose from flavors like mango shaved ice, chendol (coconut and palm sugar dessert) or for the adventurous, durian flavored desserts.

Around 22:00, hop back on the MRT and return to the hotel or choose to continue to explore the nightlife.

Overnight in Singapore

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🍗 Dinner

At 10:00 this morning be met by the guide at the hotel before hopping onto the MRT to Cityhall Station where the walking tour begins. 

Begin at the National Gallery of Singapore. Take the elevator up to the 5th floor for a panoramic view of Singapore’s iconic old and new sites like the Marina Bay Sands, Esplanade, Singapore Flyer and more. Learn about the importance of the historical importance of the City Hall, overlooking the Padang and the Cricket Club.  Next visit the Supreme Court Wing. Marvel at the amazing architecture and panels of the building from the concourse. Then visit the country’s old supreme court where old Chief Justices sat and held trials. The architecture has been amazingly restored and preserved. Visit the old holding cells at the back of the Supreme Court Foyer and learn about some of the stories behind Singapore law and order. 

Next, cross over to visit the Arts House (the old Parliament House of Singapore). Take the stairs up to the second floor and view the parliamentary seatings of Singapore founding ministers - their name plates are still on the seats! 

Then, visit the Victoria Concert Hall, the former entertainment hub of old Singapore. Go to level 3 and learn all about the story behind this hall. 

Then pass the statues of the main founders of Singapore - Sang Nila Utama and Sir Stamford Raffles. Learn about their significance in finding modern and thriving Singapore. 

Next, stop to cool off with a local ice kopi / teh or lime juice. If lucky, see the local ice-cream man selling traditional ice-cream flavours with wafers and bread. 

Refreshed, cross the Cavenagh Bridge to the Fullerton Hotel. Once the General Post Office, this building’s architecture has been carefully restored in a world renowned hotel today. 

Take the underpass to learn more about the history of the Fullerton Hotel before arriving at the Merlion Park. A mythical creature created to promote tourism in Singapore - learn all about it’s beginnings and how it has become the icon of Singapore today. 

Finish the tour at 14:00, choose to explore the area and hop back on the MRT back to the hotel to rest. 

Please note - Additional surcharges apply if guests will like to visit the museum exhibits. 

Overnight in Singapore

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and spend the rest of the morning or afternoon at leisure before being transferred to the airport for the onward departing flight.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast