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Singapore

The Essentials of Singapore

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Duration
Duration
5 days

Singapore is a captivating cosmopolitan metropolis, with its futuristic architecture and its traditional neighbourhoods, each alive with a unique atmosphere. This trip to Singapore takes you on a discovery of the city's must-sees in less than a week.

You explore Singapore's most famous neighbourhoods such as Chinatown, Little India and Marina Bay, with the famous Merlion and the iconic Marina Bay Sands. You will also spend time at Singapore's beautiful Gardens by the Bay and the Singapore Botanical Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

During this trip to Singapore, you will experience an introduction to local gastronomy, revealing the great cultural diversity of the city that features Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan cuisine. Head to the bustling market of Geylang in the Malaysian Quarter, and from stall to stall, sample traditional Singaporean specialties accompanied by a Teh Tarik. End your stay with a visit to the Singapore Zoo, where you have the chance to see orang-utans and many other exotic animals!

Itinerary

The Essentials of Singapore

The Essentials of Singapore

day 1

Arrival in Singapore and free day

Arrival in Singapore and free day

You will be greeted upon your arrival at Singapore airport and taken to your hotel in the heart of the Kampong Glam district. Your first day is free: rest at your hotel or explore the "Garden City", as Singapore is sometimes known, by strolling through one of its many cultural neighbourhoods, or by discovering its symbols like the legendary Merlion, which you can climb to have a breath-taking view of the city. You will then return to spend the night at the hotel.

day 1

Arrival in Singapore and free day

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Arrival in Singapore and free day

You will be greeted upon your arrival at Singapore airport and taken to your hotel in the heart of the Kampong Glam district. Your first day is free: rest at your hotel or explore the "Garden City", as Singapore is sometimes known, by strolling through one of its many cultural neighbourhoods, or by discovering its symbols like the legendary Merlion, which you can climb to have a breath-taking view of the city. You will then return to spend the night at the hotel.

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day 2

Tasting of local flavours

Tasting of local flavours

After breakfast at the hotel, you head to the bustling Geylang Market in the heart of the Malaysian community for a culinary immersion. Singapore's cultural diversity is best experienced through its local cuisines, including Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan cuisines, a melting pot of flavours and foods. From stands to stalls, you will taste various traditional Singaporean dishes such as Roti Prata and Thosai accompanied by Teh Tarik. Night at the hotel.

day 2

Tasting of local flavours

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Tasting of local flavours

After breakfast at the hotel, you head to the bustling Geylang Market in the heart of the Malaysian community for a culinary immersion. Singapore's cultural diversity is best experienced through its local cuisines, including Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan cuisines, a melting pot of flavours and foods. From stands to stalls, you will taste various traditional Singaporean dishes such as Roti Prata and Thosai accompanied by Teh Tarik. Night at the hotel.

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day 3

Discovery of Singapore, the green city

Discovery of Singapore, the green city

Today, part of your day is dedicated to a tour through the city. You begin your route through the cultural district, passing through the Historical Parliament and the National Art Gallery, then you continue to the mouth of the Singapore River to the iconic Merlion, before visiting the oldest Hindu temple of the city ​​in Chinatown. Your discovery of Singapore continues with a stop at the famous Singapore Botanical Garden, the "green lung" of the city, and ends in Little India, where you attend a demonstration of the making of Teh Tarik, before returning to your hotel.

day 3

Discovery of Singapore, the green city

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Discovery of Singapore, the green city

Today, part of your day is dedicated to a tour through the city. You begin your route through the cultural district, passing through the Historical Parliament and the National Art Gallery, then you continue to the mouth of the Singapore River to the iconic Merlion, before visiting the oldest Hindu temple of the city ​​in Chinatown. Your discovery of Singapore continues with a stop at the famous Singapore Botanical Garden, the "green lung" of the city, and ends in Little India, where you attend a demonstration of the making of Teh Tarik, before returning to your hotel.

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day 4

Gardens by the Bay and free afternoon

Gardens by the Bay and free afternoon

This morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel before heading to the fabulous Gardens by the Bay, Singapore's iconic gardens. You will be charmed by the Flower Dome and the unique species it contains, as well as the indoor waterfall and lush vegetation of the Cloud Forest. Do not miss out on the Tree Top Walk, from where you can admire the canopy from above. Lunch and the rest of your day are free: why not take the opportunity to do some shopping on the famous Orchard Road?

day 4

Gardens by the Bay and free afternoon

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Gardens by the Bay and free afternoon

This morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel before heading to the fabulous Gardens by the Bay, Singapore's iconic gardens. You will be charmed by the Flower Dome and the unique species it contains, as well as the indoor waterfall and lush vegetation of the Cloud Forest. Do not miss out on the Tree Top Walk, from where you can admire the canopy from above. Lunch and the rest of your day are free: why not take the opportunity to do some shopping on the famous Orchard Road?

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5 days From 730 €

Included in the price

  • The assistance of your Travel Expert 24h/24h and 7d/7d.
  • Transfers and private land transport with driver.
  • Accommodation in a double room.
  • Meals: breakfast only.
  • Activities marked "included" as described in the program, most of the time, accompanied by a local English-speaking guide.

Not included in the price

  • International flights and airport taxes.
  • Visa fees.
  • Assistance-repatriation insurance.
  • Lunches, drinks and dinners.
  • Personal expenses and tips.
  • Entrances to the temples, monuments, museums or national parks.
  • Optional activities.
  • Activities and excursions not mentioned in the program.
  • Anything that is not listed in the "price includes" section.

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