Singapore Sight-Seeing Tours

Be transported to Sentosa by a scenic Cable Car Ride where you can see the beautiful landscape of the city. Embark on a ‘voyage to the bottom of the sea’ at the Underwater World through its 80m transparent acrylic tunnel to view over 2,500 sea creatures. Next, visit the Dolphin Lagoon, where you can watch adorable pink dolphins perform their natural antics.

At Images of Singapore, you’ll embark on a journey to experience the colourful culture and vibrant heritage of Singapore, re-told through life-size figures, animatronics and special effects.

Enjoy a top of the line, mind-blowing cinema simulation ride, Sentosa CineBlast. This attraction is a sure bet for a long-lasting adrenaline-fuelled smile for kids and adults alike.

The tour ends with a visit to Songs of the Sea – Singapore’s multi-sensory extravaganza – to watch a world-class water show comprising dramatic effects, water jets, lasers, bursts of fire and foot-tapping music set in the sea. Private chartered transportation between attractions will make your visit more comfortable.

Board the FunVee DUKW Authentic Revamped WWII Amphibious Vehicle from Marina Square Shopping Mall before heading for a splashing ride down Kallang River. Prepare to snap pictures of The Merlion as you get up close. Or admire the Benjamin Sheares Bridge – the longest bridge in Singapore – which is named after the second President of Singapore, Dr Benjamin Henry Sheares.

Next, enjoy a city exploration, driving through city landmarks like the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Padang, Supreme Court, City Hall and the War Memorial reliving the war times on the amphibious craft which is equally competent on land.

Explore the city by driving round the Civic District, passing by the Padang, Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall.

Next, stop at the Merlion Park and enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay. Do not miss out this picture-taking opportunity with The Merlion, a mythological creature that is part lion and part fish.

Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of Singapore’s oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, before driving past Chinatown. Stop by a Local Handicraft Centre and observe craftsmen at work up-close.

Proceed to the National Orchid Garden located within Singapore Botanic Gardens, which boasts a sprawling display of 60,000 orchid plants. Our final stop at Little India will entrance you with the scent of joss sticks, jasmine and spices.

Soak in the rich cultural heritage of the Malays at the Malay Ethnic Area.

Allow our guide recount stories of collective spirits that rose through the darkest times of World War II as you proceed with your tour of Changi Chapel & Museum.

A drive through the rustic and laid-back Changi Village gives you a chance to see the relaxing side of Singapore and provides a contrast to your final stop at Tampines New Town, a typical heartland township of present day Singapore.

The tour starts from where it all began – at Raffles Landing Site – where Sir Stamford Raffles is believed to have first stepped ashore in 1819, before progressing to an Exhibition that traces the history of the Singapore River.

Next stop at Raffles Hotel, where hives of activities were held for the high-society in the 1800s. Here, enjoy either an Afternoon Tea with English/Local delicacies or Light Refreshments.

Board a Bumboat and cruise along the historic Singapore River. Disembark at Clarke Quay, a riverside festival village where you will visit a Pewter Gallery to discover the history of pewter and role of tin in the development of Singapore as a trading port. Be entertained by a demonstration on pewtersmithing.

The renowned Chinese Admiral Cheng Ho (Zeng He), holds an honorable place in the Chinese history as he visited parts of the world as the emissary of the Emperor of China in the 15th Century. An exact replica of the famous Imperial Vessel of the Ming Dynasty, the Da Fu, M.V. Cheng Ho, allows you to sail in modern comfort and safety.

Passengers on the day cruises will stop at the Kusu Island, or Turtle Island, (except during the annual Kusu pilgrimage) to explore the Chinese Temple, Terrapin Sanctuary and Malay Shine – the blissful blending of different religion that makes Singapore so unique. Your journey then continues past Lazarus, a popular weekend getaway for picnickers and divers, before returning to Singapore.

Home to over 9,000 birds of more than 600 species, Jurong BirdPark spans 20 hectares of lush greenery within Singapore's model industry estate. Take a ride on the 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 and All-Star Bird Show at the Pool Aphitheatre. The BirdPark's exhibits and aviaries are specially designed to closely resemble the natural habitats of the birds.

Open on 15 October 2011.

The Museum will take you back in time to one of the greatest eras in history: It is here that the tale of maritime adventurers, sea pirates, and the growth of sea trade between Asia, the Middle East and Europe. The museum provides a fascinating look at the history of the Maritime Silk Route along the Strait of Malacca and Asia's greatest ports and coastal cities from 9th to 19th century, when explorers discovered and opened up trade new maritime routes.

The museum's centerpiece is a huge 360-degree multimedia theatre, where visitors "board" an Arabia-bound sailing ship docked near Singapore 1,100 years ago. The cargo ship runs into a storm. The sea roars, the skies darken and the ship rolls, pitches and turns. Experience the sinking feeling as the theatre floor descends. When the lights come on, the ship's passengers find themselves in the depths of the ocean, up close with the shipwreck and magnificent marine life.

Sentosa – an island of peace and tranquility, is just minutes away from the main island of Singapore.

Start the tour with a scenic Cable Car Ride where you can see the beautiful landscape of the city. On the island, visit Images of Singapore, where you’ll embark on a journey to experience the colourful culture and vibrant heritage of Singapore, re-told through life-size figures, animatronics and special effects.

Enter a world of colours at the Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom and allow 1,500 live butterflies from over 50 species, flutter about you or admire up to 3.000 species of insects.

The beauty of a whole different world beneath the seas will overwhelm those who have opted to visit Underwater World and the Dolphin Lagoon, where you can watch the adorable pink dolphins perform their natural antics such as spy-hop, tail-flapping and vocalization.

Leave the city behind as we head north to Mandai and visit one of the world’s top and most beautiful zoos. The Singapore Zoo is spread over 28 hectares and is a haven to over 3,660 mammals, birds and reptiles including some rare and endangered species. Natural barriers like streams, rock walls and beautiful landscaping are used to separate the animals from visitors thus creating an ‘open zoo’ effect. Experience this new concept in animal keeping from the comfort of your tram or on foot.

The world’s first Night Safari, set in 40 hectares of secondary jungle, will unfold the mystery and drama of the tropical jungle after dusk with stunning effects.

See a myriad of nocturnal animals, from fierce predators to timid forest dwellers, in their natural habitat under subtle moonglow lighting. Roam the jungle in the complete safety and comfort of a Tram which takes you through the East and West Loop. Pass by a large reservoir and weave 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 guide will lead you on a walking trail where you will be able to view some animals at closer quarters.

Discover the rich historical beginnings of Chinatown at the Chinatown Heritage Centre. The Centre takes you back to a different time in the history of the area and immerses you in the life of the early Chinese immigrants.

Today’s Chinatown comes alive with the hustle and bustle of the Night Market. After Dinner, you’ll have an opportunity to wander along the narrow lanes and test your bargaining skills with the street vendors.

Next, hop onto a Trishaw for a ride through Chinatown to Clarke Quay. There, you will board a Bumboat for a cruise along the Singapore River. Disembark at the Esplanade, where you wonderful evening comes to an end.

Join us on a colourful journey into the history, lifestyle and unique character of the Peranakan Babas (the men) and Nonyas (the women).

Take a walk through the Spice Garden which sits on the original site of the first Botanic Gardens and uncover the intricacies of spices and herbs that go into Perankan cooking.

A fascinating Display of Peranakan costume, embroidery, beadwork, jewellery, porcelain, furniture and craftwork provides insight into the captivating culture of the Peranakans.

Wander through the bustling enclaves of Katong & Joo Chiat that showcases the rich baroque Peranakan architecture. Admire rows of colourful traditional shophouses that dates back to the 1920s and 1930s. A sampling of Nonya Delicacies will complete the trail.

Gain an interesting insight into Chinese mythology characters, legends and folklore at the Haw Par Villa. Then, continue your journey northwards to the Kranji War Memorial. Unveiled in 1957, the memorial commemorates over 20,000 men and women who gave their lives for freedom in World War II.

Lunch at a local restaurant before proceeding to Bright Hill Temple, a famous Chinese ancestral place of worship. Drive past the Johore Battery and view a replicated 15-inch ‘Monster Gun’, the largest to be installed outside Britain during World War II.

Our final stop - Changi Chapel & Musuem. The museum focuses on the memories and lives of both POWs and civilian internees who survived the Japanese Occupation while the Changi Chapel is a symbolic replica of the original chapel found in the Changi Prison.

Enjoy Dining by the River – Singaporean’s latest sunset haunt. Enroute to the world’s largest fountain, take in the beautiful sight of the central business district via Benjamin Sheares Bridge.

Next, advance to Bugis Street or other night bazaars during festive period, where 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 will be at Raffles Hotel for a taste of Singapore’s very own concoction ‘the Singapore Sling’ (included for those who have booked the tour with this option). As saying goes, “If you have not been to Raffles, you have not been to Singapore.