"A
man hath no better thing under the sun, than to
eat, drink, shop and be merry!" "And there's simply
nowhere better under the sun to do it than right
here in Singapore!!"
It's multi-racial heritage and intriguing blend
of people, places, exciting shopping, and unique
gastronomic experience makes this 'garden city'
the coolest place to visit.
Singapore's climate is warm and humid which makes
it ideal for those who enjoy sunbathing, swimming,
sailing and other water sports. But for those
who are not a fan of the sun, Singapore is sheltered
from the worst effects of the sun with air-conditioning
in almost all of its shops, hotels, office buildings
and restaurants.
Rain falls throughout the year, with more consistent
rain coming during the monsoon season from November
to January. Showers are usually sudden and heavy,
but also brief and refreshing..... "It is a place
where the sun shines through the rain."
CITY
TOURS
Founding Footsteps of Raffles & Colonial Era
This tour traces Raffles' vision of Singapore
to become a vital international port and trading
center for the Far East. Your trip down memory
lane begins with a visit to the
Raffles Landing
Site, where Sir Stamford Raffles is believed
to have first set foot here in 1819, and then
to an
exhibition that traces the history
of the Singapore River.
Next is a stop at
Raffles Hotel, a hive
of activity for the high-society in the 1800s.
Here enjoy an Afternoon Tea of English and local
delicacies
OR chocolate tasting and coffee.
The tour continues with a
bumboat cruise.
These hardy vessels were once used to shuttle
cargo but today, they steer us through a kaleidoscope
of historic Singapore River and harbour images
set against the towering skyline of the modern
business district.
Step off at Clarke Quay where you will have an
hour to explore the shops, restaurants, pubs and
popular hawker alley 'Satay Club' in this riverside
festival village
Sentosa & Underwater World Tour
Get
away from the hustle and bustle of the city to
Sentosa - the resort island of peace and tranquility.
Enjoy a scenic
cable car ride and catch
a bird's eye view of Singapore's skyline and its
busy port. On the island, visit the
Butterfly
Park and Insect Kingdom with more than 3,000
species of butterfly and insect specimens on display.
Stroll through the cool outdoor conservatory that
has over 1,500 live butterflies and watch the
blossoming of new life at the live pupae enclosure.
Next, visit the
Underwater World, Asia's
largest and most innovative tropical oceanarium
that is home to over 2,500 marine animals. Tour
ends with a coach ride back to the mainland.
Afternoon Till Sunset @ Sentosa
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city
to Sentosa - the resort island of peace and tranquility.
Enjoy a scenic
cable car ride and catch
a bird's eye view of Singapore's skyline and its
busy port. On the island, visit the
Butterfly
Park and Insect Kingdom with more than 3,000
species of butterfly and insect specimens on display.
Stroll through the cool outdoor conservatory that
has over 1,500 live butterflies and watch the
blossoming of new life at the live pupae enclosure.
Next, visit the
Underwater World, Asia's
largest and most innovative tropical oceanarium
that is home to over 2,500 marine animals. A value-for-money
tour allows you more time on the island. It features
the same itinerary as the morning tour but with
additional stops at Siloso Beach and a spectacular
musical fountain show. Tour ends with a
coach ride back to the mainland.
East Coast and Changi
(formerly known as Our Heartlands Tour)
The
tour begins with a visit to the Malay Village,
which showcases the rich cultural heritage of
the Malays and relives life in the Malay kampung
in the 50s and 60s. From here, we will proceed
to Changi Chapel & Museum to visit the museum
and to view a replica of the chapel, which was
used during World War II. Enroute, let our guide
recount the collective spirit which rose through
the darkest times of the war. The tour carries
on to a drive through Changi Village giving you
a chance to see the relaxing side Singapore. Finally
a stop at Tampines New Town, a typical heartland
township of present day Singapore.
City Tour
An
Orientation tour of our city begins with a drive
through the "Colonial Heart" for a view of the
Paang, Cricket Club, Parliament House, Supreme
Court and City Hall. Then enroute to
Thian
Hock Keng Temple, one of the oldest temple
in Singapore, the coach will pass Chinatown before
stopping at
Mount Faber for a panoramic
view of the harbour and on to a
local handicraft
centre. The tour then continues to the
National
Orchid Garden located within the beautiful
Botanic Gardens. Our final stop at
Little
India will entrance you with the scent of
joss sticks, jasmine and spices.
Jurong Bird Park
(with breakfast with the birds option)
Jurong
Bird Park, located on 20 hectares of lush greenery
with Singapore's model industrial estate, is home
to over 8,000 birds from more than 600 species.
Take a ride on the air-conditioned
Panorail
for a panoramic view of the Park and into a tropical
world of jungle mists at the
Waterfall Aviary.
Enjoy the spectacular
Penguin Exhibit with
an underwater viewing gallery and do not miss
the
All-Star Bird Show, reputed as world-class.
Included in this tour is a visit to the
Ming
Village where you will discover some of the
finest replicas of priceless originals from the
Sung, Yuan, Ming and Qin dynasties painstakingly
crafted by hand. Experience for yourselves how
the wonders of ancient China are recreated by
moulding, hand-throwing, glazing, hand painting
and firing.
Imperial Cheng Ho
Admiral
Cheng Ho holds an honourable place in Chinese
history and visited parts of the world as the
emissary of the Emperor of China in the 15th century.
An exact replica of a famous
Imperial vessel
of the Ming Dynasty, the Da Fu,
M.V. Cheng
Ho, is nevertheless very modern in its comfort
and safety.
Leaving historic Clifford Pier, we pass the mouth
of the Singapore River, landing site of Sir Stamford
Raffles, founder of modern Singapore. Behind us
is the magnificent skyline of tall buildings,
before us the eastern anchorage of the busiest
port in the world. We will cruise through a cluster
of tropical islands before stepping ashore at
Kusu Island, (not available during the
ninth lunar month). Continuing cruising along
other palm-fringed islands, as our guide gives
you a fascinating insight into a part of Singapore
that can only be seen from the sea.
SHOP & EAT - Heartland Trail (NEW)
Discover
how Singaporeans truly shop and eat. Come relax
and let us bring you to Toa Payoh, Singapore's
most colourful suburban town and Holland Village,
a truly bohemian enclave. You'll be pleasantly
surprised by the best local offerings from arts,
carpets and antiques, to fashion apparel and accessories.
Let us tuck you into delicious local dishes like
Singapore's famous
laksa (rice noodles
and mixed seafood in spicy coconut milk gravy)
and
nasi lemak (fragrant coconut rice with
spicy sambal and condiments like fried fish, eggs
and cucumber) at a traditional coffee shop. It's
an experience you can't miss out!
Singapore by Night
(with dinner)
Enjoy
alfresco dining* by the Singapore River at
Boat
Quay, Singaporean's latest sunset haunt. After
dinner enroute to the
world's largest fountain,
take in the beautiful sight of the central business
district via
Benjamin Shears Bridge. Continuing
to
Bugis Street **, our guide will take
you for a stroll at the night market or 'pasar
malam' where you may chance upon bargains you
never imagine. Our last stop for the evening is
at
Raffles Hotel for a sample of Singapore's
very own concoction,
'the Singapore Sling'.
As the saying goes; 'If you have not been to Raffles,
you have not been to Singapore'.
Night Safari
(with dinner option)
The
World's First Night Safari **, set in 40
hectares of secondary jungle adjoining the Singapore
Zoo, will unfold the mystery and drama of the
tropical after dusk with stunning effect.
See a myriad of nocturnal animals, from fierce
predators to timid forest dwellers, in their natural
habitat under subtle moon glow lighting. Roam
the jungle in the complete safety and comfort
of a tram. Your
tram ride takes you through
the East and West Loop passing by a large reservoir
and weaving through selected habitats designed
specifically to replicate the natural environment
from the
Himalayan Foothills to the
Southeast
Asian Rainforest and
Indian Subcontinent.
On completion of the tram ride, your tour guide
will lead you on a walking trail where you will
be able to view the animals at closer quarters.
