Singapore’s History & Culture: Journey from Past to Present

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Discover Singapore’s past and present on a walking tour with a river cruise, hawker dinner, and tea ceremony. Explore iconic landmarks, savor local flavors, and uncover the city’s vibrant stories!

Highlights

  • Explore Singapore's history and culture with an expert local guide.
  • Enjoy a 30-minute scenic bumboat cruise along the iconic Singapore River.
  • Visit an HDB rooftop for stunning views and insights into local living.
  • Savor Chicken Rice and Sugar Cane juice at a bustling hawker center.
  • Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony and taste the Imperial tea served to royalty.

Description

Dive into Singapore’s rich history and vibrant culture on an award-winning walking tour that takes you from the city’s colonial past to its awe-inspiring modern transformation. Led by an expert local guide, this immersive 4.5 hour journey begins in the Civic District, where you’ll explore iconic colonial landmarks and hear stories of the pioneers who shaped Singapore. Next, enjoy a scenic 30-minute bumboat cruise down the Singapore River, transitioning from history to modern marvels as you arrive at Merlion Park to take in breathtaking views of Marina Bay and learn about its incredible construction. Next, travel to a local residential Housing Development Board (HDB) rooftop for a stunning bird’s-eye view of Singapore’s skyline. Learn about the transformative vision of Lee Kuan Yew and how Singapore rose from a third-world nation to a first-world powerhouse in one generation. The journey continues in Chinatown at the famous Maxwell Hawker Centre or another beloved food hub. Here, you’ll enjoy Singapore’s most iconic dish, Chicken Rice, paired with freshly squeezed Sugar Cane juice. Your guide will share hawker etiquette and point out must-try dishes, ensuring you’re ready to “eat like a local” during your stay. Cap off the evening with a tranquil visit to a traditional tea house, where you’ll experience the elegance of a tea ceremony and sample the Imperial tea once served to Queen Elizabeth II. This tour is available as a private tour and as a small group tour with a maximum of 9 people. This walking tour covers approximately 9 km and is best suited for those with moderate fitness levels. If you walk slowly or struggle with humidity please book a private tour, not a small group tour.

Includes

Tour Guide 30-minute river cruise Access to the roof of an HDB residential building Dinner at a hawker centre Traditional tea-tasting experience Public transportation costs Private tour only for you and your friends / family or join a Small Group with a Maximum of 9 people

Important Information

  • This tour will take place rain or shine. We advise you to bring an umbrella. Group Tours: You must be physically fit and be able to walk 9km to join this tour. We do walk at a casual pace but if you get tired easily, struggle with humidity, or need to walk slowly a group tour will not be suitable for you. We suggest you opt for our private tour where the guide can adapt the route and walking requirements for you by taking some taxis (at your own cost).

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