According to statistics, Singapore is considered one of the most visited tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. A huge number of people are attracted to this amazing combination of local traditions and the latest technological developments. Various excursions in Singapore allow you to get acquainted with its sights and experience the unique atmosphere of the islands, of which there are more than 60. The largest of them are Singapore, Sentosa, Sudong, Brani, etc.
sights
Among the most famous attractions should be called the Clar Key Quay, which was named in honor of the second Governor of the State Andrew Clark. Previously, warehouses (preserved from the 19th century), which were owned by the Chinese, were located here along the pier. But in the 1990s, this area aroused the interest of city architects and was turned in a relatively short time into a complex of pubs and restaurants, various shops, grocery stores, etc. It is from here that all river excursions in Singapore start on small pleasure boats.
No less interesting is the Singapore Zoo, which contains a great many animals in their usual conditions. It is fascinating for any traveler to visit the pristine rainforest with an area of about 70 hectares - the Bukit Tima Nature Reserve. A Jurong bird park accommodates a wide variety of tropical birds.
You can also play the aristocratic game of golf and just enjoy your vacation on the tourist island of Sentosa, which is famous for its well-equipped fields for this sport. There are also other entertainments for both children and adults.
Bus tours
The most popular excursions in Singapore for vacationers are on buses, which "open" all the most beautiful views of the city at a glance. For example, a city tour on an open-top double-decker bus on the ground floor is an excellent option for exploring the city. Here, sitting on the second floor (in the fresh air), you can see the sights and listen to the guide, which talks about each important place, interesting legends related to Singapore and traditions. If the weather has changed and it has begun to rain, then you can go down to the second floor and comfortably continue to "storm" the local beauty.
What do travelers like these Singapore sightseeing tours for? This is the most convenient way to get to know the most outstanding sights in a short time and at a low price. No problem, you can get off at any place you like and then return to the tour, taking the next bus at a certain stop. The interval between buses is 20 minutes; each passenger at the time of boarding is provided with a route map with a scheme of movement.
Typically, the choice of a tourist offers several routes (lines): red, yellow, green and brown, each of which includes its own destinations. So, on the yellow line you can visit the famous resort of Marina Bay Sands, Merlion (the symbol of Singapore), the colonial district, the Botanical Gardens, the shopping street, etc. The red line includes places that will more reveal the history and character of the city-state, its heritage. This includes ethnic neighborhoods, the colonial district, and others. The green line leaves for Sentosa Island and simultaneously enters the Ferris wheel and Marina Bay Sands resort. The brown route (or Original Tour) is considered to be complex, because it combines urban and historical tours. This includes the Bay Theater, Merlion Park, Clark Key Quay, Orchard Road, shopaholic's favorite street, Little India, The Fountain of Wealth, etc.
Sightseeing tour
One of the favorite types of excursions by tourists is a trip to the island of Sentosa. Usually its starting point is the cable car, after which the tour continues on the island, where the guide takes tourists on the Dragon Trail, tells details about Fort Siloso. Those who wish can also walk through the jungle and experience the atmosphere of untouched nature. The tour will continue with a trip to the Orchid Garden and an unusual Asian village. In the latter, all kinds of traditional dwellings of those peoples that have ever lived on the territory of the state are built. It is noteworthy that the excursion from Thailand to Singapore also includes a trip to the island, as it is very popular among travelers. Many people who come to Thailand do not mind visiting a neighboring country, especially an exotic island.
Nightlife
No less attractive is the option of a walk to Sentosa Island in the evening. Its duration is more than four hours, and impressions will remain for life. Firstly, in the evening everything around blinks with various lights and seems fabulous. And secondly, there is the opportunity to see the beautiful panorama of the night “Lion City” and appreciate the popular place of recreation and entertainment, the famous cruise center, the updated “World Sentosa Resort.” The evening tour also includes visits to the beaches and the South Islands that belong to Singapore.
International travel
While on vacation in another country, you can take a moment and visit neighboring states. So, experienced tourists often book trips from Vietnam to Singapore. It is inexpensive and fast enough. Of course, such “sorties” are more suitable for outdoor enthusiasts who are interested not only in sunbathing in the sun and lying on the beach.
For many tour operators, an excursion from Phuket to Singapore implies, in addition to exploring the "basic" sights of the city, a visit to the zoo. It is no secret that the Singapore Zoo is called the best in the whole world. All animals are kept in huge enclosures, where there is a lot of green vegetation. Here you can see predatory crocodiles, white tigers, hippos, mouse deer, nimble lemurs, orangutans, noisy otters, etc.
Cost of tours
Today, many travelers can afford to go or fly for at least a few days to Singapore. Tours, reviews of which are only positive, vary in cost depending on the organizing company and the route chosen. So, bus tours for one day cost about 39 SGD (1800 p.), And for two days - 49 SGD (2300 p.). Discounts are provided for children from three to twelve years old, and up to three years old children can travel for free.
Boat trips to Sentosa Island cost about 130 SGD (6000 rubles), and for small children a discount of 60 percent of the total cost of the ticket is provided, and trips to the zoo will cost $ 55 or more (depending on the number of people in the group). Sightseeing tour from Pattaya to Singapore is much higher - 13,500 baht (900 p.).
Guides in Singapore
Today, Singapore is especially popular among tourists from all over the world, so guides who come from different countries work here. There are specialized companies that organize various group excursions for visitors. However, if you want to get to know the country individually, you can order a personal private guide who will take you to a place of interest and tell you about its features. In Singapore, there are now enough Russian-speaking emigrant guides who already perfectly know all the nuances of this state and not only show the main attractions, but also introduce little-known but interesting places and tell budget options for cafes, restaurants and retail outlets.