Open your eyes to Singapore on this Backyard Travel tour. See local life in Chinatown, as well as embrace adventure on a river safari. See the heights and the amazing flora that exists here. This Singapore tour is fun for the whole family!
This 3-day tour in Singapore maximizes the fun for all ages as you enjoy the flavors, diversity, and history in this stunning modern nation. Visit the Gardens by the Bay and take in the spectacular views and modern Supertrees and the fascinating gardens. Visit the Civic District and the famous Merlion.
Have an adventure at River Safari. See the exhibits of plants and aquatic life from around the world, as well as the largest freshwater aquarium in the world. Then have a thrilling ride down the Amazon and meet some famous pandas.
Enjoy a memorable holiday in Singapore that your children will really remember.
What our Travel Specialists think about this tour:
Joy
“Guests always love visiting Singapore with their families. There is something for everyone. History buffs and lovers of unique cultures will always find something interesting. The fascinating gardens are also a maze of colors and sights. Getting around is very convenient and the food is the best in Asia!”
Day 1: Arrival - Discover Singapore
This morning, arrive at Changi Airport and be transferred to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the morning at leisure before your excursion in the afternoon.
At 13:00, meet your guide and driver and go for a spin around the Civic District. Learn about the history and be entertained by tales of the Padang, the old Parliament House, the Cricket Club, the Supreme Court, and City Hall.
At Merlion Park, see the mythical half-lion, half-fish which delights tourists and is a modern symbol of the city. Also get some great views of nearby Marina Bay and the new structures built in the area.
Continue on to the historical Chinatown district. You can find both traditional shops and markets, as well as modern artisanal cafes and boutiques. Visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple to see the magnificent interiors and learn about Buddhist art and history. Learn about this religion as it has evolved over the millennia.
To suit your tastes and interests, finish the tour at one of these iconic parks or gardens of Singapore. Entrance fees are not included, so additional costs will apply.
Transfer back to your hotel for some time on your own.
Optional Experiences 1:
National Orchid Garden
Visit the National Orchid Garden, which is located within the UNESCO World Heritage Singapore Botanic Gardens. The National Orchid Garden has a huge display of 60,000 orchid plants and is also home to the National Flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim.
Optional Experiences 2:
Sands Sky Park
Visit Sands Sky Park, a wonder of modern engineering. This masterpiece, sits 200m in the sky atop the three tall towers of Marina Bay Sands hotel. If you laid the Eiffel Tower on its side, Sands Sky Park would still be longer. Get an amazing panorama view of the city from this vantage point.
Overnight : Singapore
Day 2: Wildlife River Safari Adventure
After breakfast, begin an expedition to River Safari, the first and only river-themed wildlife park in Asia. They have over 5000 aquatic and land animals from 300 species.
In the park’s eight habitats, you can explore the environments of various regions of the world from China’s Yangtze to America’s Mississippi Rivers. Get up close and personal with giant fish and other creatures from the deep. Visit the galleries of freshwater animals and learn more about the flora and fauna of these interesting riverine habitats.
Visit local celebrities Kai Kai and Jia Jia, giant pandas who live in the 1500m2 Giant Panda Forest. This is the largest panda enclosure in Southeast Asia. Then begin an amazing journey down the Amazon River. At the Amazon Flooded Forest, you can enjoy the huge size and diversity of the world’s largest freshwater aquarium.
(Note: Per Amazon River Quest Rider’s Guidelines – Children must be above 1.06m and above to experience the boat ride. The boat ride may not operate in inclement weather.)
After a morning of adventure, enjoy lunch on your own in the park, or at another restaurant if you prefer.
Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Overnight : Singapore
Meals :
Breakfast
Day 3: Futuristic Gardens of Singapore, Departure
After breakfast, check out of your hotel.
This morning, visit the famous Gardens by the Bay. The Flower Dome here is a cold house which replicates the cooler, dryer Mediterranean climates of South Africa, California, Spain, and Italy. See the amazing 1000-year-old olive tree, a Baobab tree, and the Madagascar Ghost Tree. The exhibition maintains a rotating display of vibrant plants and blooms depending on the season. In the Cloud Forest, gape in awe of the world’s tallest indoor waterfall at 35 meters, as well as tropical epiphytes and other lush vegetation.
At 13:00, transfer to the airport for your flight onward.
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Included
Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
Private tours, transfers and all services as mentioned in the itinerary
Services of a private driver and air-conditioned vehicles, where mentioned
Service of English speaking guides in every location, where mentioned
Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Not Included
Domestic and international flights
Departure taxes if applicable
Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
Early check-in and late check-out at hotels
Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
Tips for guides and drivers
Personal travel insurance
Visa fees (contact us for further information)
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