Special information
- This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.
Itinerary
Day 1 Singapore
Singapore is the East's great melting pot, a cultural potpourri that leaves the unsuspecting visitor dazzled. Sir Stamford Raffles, a British civil servant, brought the ‘Lion City’ to world prominence after searching for a trading station to counter the Dutch influence in the Straits of Malacca, and trade has remained the island’s mainstay. The best way to experience the remarkable diversity of the city is on foot: the traditional architecture, customs and cuisine of the various ethnic areas are in fascinating contrast to the lavish luxury shopping arcades of Orchard Road and Raffles City. Buddhist and Hindu temples, mosques and Anglican and Catholic cathedrals are all likely to be encountered during a comparatively brief walk around some of the central areas of Singapore. St Andrew’s Cathedral, the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, the Al-Abrar Mosque, the vast and florid Kong Meng Sang Phor Kark See Temple Complex, the Chettiar Hindu Temple and the Sri Mariamman Temple are only a few of these.
Airport transfer with private vehicle, and English-speaking driver.
Situated in the heart of the legendary Orchard Road, the Concorde Hotel (4*) sits within the celebrated commercial and entertainment hub of Singapore. A truly unique experience is offered in each of the hotel’s stylish guest rooms, with warm earth tones and luxurious decor creating an inviting ambiance. Dine at the renowned Nogawa Japanese Restaurant or at the signature Café Georges. Cool off in the tropical pool, work up a sweat in the fitness center or simply lounge in the sun while sipping a cocktail. Discover one of the finest ports in the world and an area rich in cultural history, right at the doorstep of the Concorde.
Overnight at Concorde Hotel (4*).
Day 2 Singapore
You will be picked up from your Singapore hotel by a coach with English speaking Guide for an orientation tour that showcases the history, multi racial culture and lifestyle that is Singapore. See the city’s colonial heritage as we drive around the Civic District past the Padang, the Cricket Club, Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall. Stop at the Merlion Park for great views of Marina Bay and a picture-taking opportunity with the Merlion, a mythological creature that is part lion and part fish. The tour continues with a visit to the Thian Hock Keng, one of the oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples on the island, built with donation from the early immigrant workers from China. Next drive past Chinatown to a local handicraft centre to watch Asian craftsmanship. From there we proceed to the National Orchid Garden, located within the Singapore Botanic Gardens, which boasts sprawling display of 60,000 orchid plants comprising 400 species and more than 2,000 hybrids. Our final stop at Little India will enthral you with the scent of joss sticks, jasmine and spices.
Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
Overnight at Concorde Hotel (4*).
Day 3 Singapore
Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
This tour starts from where it all began – at Raffles Landing Site, where Sir Stamford Raffles is believed to have first stepped ashore in 1819, and then to an Exhibition that traces the history of the Singapore River. Next stop at Raffles Hotel, a hive of activity for the high-society in the 1800s. Board a Bumboat and cruise along the historic Singapore River. Disembark at Clarke Quay, a riverside festival village where you will get to visit a Pewter Gallery to discover the history of pewter and role of tin in the development of Singapore as a trading port. Afternoon tea, and a demonstration on pewtersmithing is included.
• No Bermudas, sandals without socks and slippers for men. No Bermudas, shorts, slippers, clogs or slip-ons for women.
Overnight at Concorde Hotel (4*).
Day 4 Singapore
Airport transfer with private vehicle, and English-speaking driver.
Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities.
Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.
Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport) (standard).
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