Optional TOURS - SINGAPORE
VALIDITY : 1 APRIL 2010 - 31 MARCH 2011

( Purchasing must be made together with Singapore Airlines Package or
Hotel accommodation with Tradewinds only )

Tour Price Includes :
- Pick up service from Hotel / English speaking guide

Note :
- All tours are conducted in English.
- Tours pick-up under SIC basis is 30 minutes before Departure time. Departure timing is subject to change.
   Please check at the time of booking.
- Tours marked (*) operates with a minimum of 04 passengers.
- Tours marked (^) operates with a minimum of 08 passengers.
- Tours marked (#) denotes non-guided tour.

SINGAPORE
INFORMATION - TOURS



The City Experience (Morning)
The City Experience Tour showcases the contrast between old and new and the blend of East and West. Experience the history, culture and the lifestyle of multi-racial Singapore, the exciting heart of New Asia-Singapore. We will visit the Colonial district for a view of Padang, The Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay and The Merlion - a mythical beast, Singapore's original half lion, half fish. Next stop, a visit to Little India, Chinatown and Gem Factory, admire the best of Asian craftsmanship. Last stop; visit the 52 hectares of primarily jungle and gardens, the famed Botanic Gardens.



City Tour by Land & Water (Afternoon)
This is the tour that takes you overland and through water to make sure you’re soaked and wringing wet with culture and everything fantastic about Singapore. Tour begins with a visit to Kampong Glam - originally a fishing village at the mouth of the Rochor River; it was the historic seat of Malay royalty in Singapore. Look out for the Arab cloth merchants with their delicate silks and velvets, food stores selling traditional Arab-Muslim food stuff and merchandise of all kinds. Next, drive through the Colonial district for a view of Parliament House and the imposing Supreme Court and City Hall that overlooks the Padang. Then, we proceed to Chinatown where you will enter the 160 years old Thian Hock Temple, a must for Chinese immigrants in the early days and uniquely built without any use of nail joints. Stop by at the Gem Factory; admire the best of Asian craftsmanship. Down to the Water – enjoy the Singapore River Boat Tour.


Jurong Bird Park
Welcome to the “World of Living Colours” home to over 8,000 birds of more than 600 species. Enjoy a panoramic view of the 20.2 hectares park onboard an air-conditioned Panorail ride. Catch the daily unique bird performances like “Birds n Buddies” show which features birds that sing, talk, dance and count in several languages; Be awed by the majestic & mystifying eagles, hawks and falcons at the Birds of Prey show. Visit thematic aviaries, like the award winning African Wetlands, the world’s largest Lory Flight Aviary – Lory Loft, the Waterfall Aviary featuring the world’s tallest man-made waterfall & the South East Asian Birds Aviary with its wide collection of South East Asian birds. Other highlights include the Pelican Cove with all seven of the world’s species and the newly renovated Penguin Expedition with 5 delightful species namely the King, Macaroni, Fairy, Rockhopper and Humboldt Penguin. The ship-like settings and the sound
of sea waves will certainly heighten the experience. Don’t miss out the pretty flamingos at The Flamingo Pool and Flamingo Lake, which offer a picturesque scene that is ideal for photo taking. Amidist urban Singapore, a visit to the Jurong BirdPark promises fund and fond memories of the world’s finest collection of birds in paradise.


Breakfast At The Zoo
Zoo Tour – Morning (excludes meals)
The Singapore Zoo is known as one of the best and most beautiful zoos in the world.
- Rainforest Trail – Tram Ride
An exciting tram ride through Wild Africa to see White Rhinos, Cheetahs, Zabras, Lions & our very own Tropical Crops Plantation & Orchid Garden
- Polar Bear
Watch them go “fishing” as they would in the wild as life fishes, pieces of fruit and meat frozen in blocks are thrown in for the bears to discover.
- Splash Safari show
This spectacular presentation features our star Californian sealions showing off their agility while interacting with the audiences. This new educational show serves to raise awareness for coastal wildlife conservation.
- Elephants of Asia
Enter into the incredible world of our gentle giants as they go about their daily routine of work and play.
- Hamadryas Baboons – The Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia
This award winning exhibit features a spectacular troop of over 50 baboons alongside Nubian ibexes, blackbacked jackals, rock hyraxes and banded mongooses in a stunning landscape of massive rocks. Come experience the native Ethiopian lifestyle with rustic tribal villages, artifacts and coffee ceremony huts.
- Jungle Breakfast (Optional)
Enjoy Jungle Breakfast with Wildlife, a fun-filled unique experience where you get up close & personal with our adorable orang utans, the elusive sanke & mischievous red-handed tamarin.


Zoo Tour – Afternoon (excludes meals)
The Singapore Zoo is known as one of the best and most beautiful zoos in the world.
- Fragile Forest
A journey through a rainforest where you can come up close to free ranging mousedeers, lemurs, tree kangaroos and birds amidst mighty trees and delicate ferns.
- Orchid Garden
Overlooking the Seletar Reservoir, see a beautiful, vibrant & colourful collection of Orchid species.
Tropical Crops Plantation
This exhibit will introduce visitors to over 90 species of fruits, vegetables and spices found in the tropics.
- Hamadryas Baboon – The Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia
This award winning exhibit features a spectacular troop of about 50 over baboons alongside Nubian ibexes, black-backed jackals, rock hyraxes and massive rocks.
- Australian Outback
Kangaroos, wallabies, emu, frilled-neck lizard & Taipan – the deadliest snake in the world.
- Others
* Walk thru Rainforest Trail
* Bengal White Tigers
* Cat Country
* Tram Ride


Night Safari
The drama and mystery of the tropical jungle comes alive after dusk, at the world’s premier Night Safari. Creatures from South America, Asia, & India greet visitors from their own naturalistic enclosures, which simulate that of their own homeland.
- Rainforest Village
- Tram Ride with Live Commentary
A 45 minute journey through 8 geographical regions (Indian subcontinent, Himalayan Foothills, Equatorial Africa, Asian Riverine Forest, Nepalese River Valley, South America Pampas, Burmese Hillside & Indo Malayan Region) with live commentary.
- Walking Trails – Fishing Cat, Forest Giants & Leopard
Explore our walking trails where you will find exciting animals like the rare Clouded Leopards, endangered Greater Asian Rhinoceros the skilled Fishing Cats or the Giant Flying Squirrel.


2 in 1 Tour Singapore Zoo / Night Safari
(choice of tour with or without Dinner)

SINGAPORE ZOO
- Fragile Forest
A rainforest journey that brings you up close to free ranging mouse deer, lemurs, tree kangaroos and birds amidst mighty trees and delicate ferns.
- Elephants At Work And Play Show
Embark on an incredible journey into the world of these soft hearted giants.
- Orchid Garden
A beautiful collection of vibrant Orchid species, overlooking the scenic Seletar Reservoir.
- Hamadryas Baboons – The Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia
This award winning exhibit features a spectacular troop of over 50 baboons alongside Nubian ibexes, blackbacked jackals, rock hyraxes and banded mongooses in a stunning landscape of massive rocks.
- Australian Outback
Kangaroos, wallabies, emu, frilled-neck lizard & Taipan – the deadliest snake in the world.


NIGHT SAFARI
A 45-minute journey through 8 geographical regions with live commentary.
- Walking Trails
Explore all 3 walking trails where you will find exciting animals like the mysterious Leopard, the skilled fishing cats or the Giant Flying Squirrel.
- Creatures Of The Night Show (Optional)
Get ready for a star cast of animals that demonstrate their incredible behavior and abilities from predatory to survival skills.
* After dinner, please proceed to the Night Safari reception counter at 1930 hrs and look out for our
Night Safari tour guide. Please wear your sticker at all times for easy identification.



Morning Sentosa
We’ll cross over to Sentosa via the causeway from HarbourFront Centre. On arrival, we’ll board the shuttle to Underwater World, which at last count has a collection of 6,000 fish from 350 species. Served by a moving travellator, you can marvel at the mysteries of the deep through a 83-metre acrylic tunnel. Next, proceed to Imbiah Lookout – Singapore’s biggest attractions! Get a great view from 131m above sea level at the revolving Tiger Sky Tower, Asia’s tallest observatory tower. Take in fabulous 360 views of the surrounding Singapore Skyline and neighbouring islands from its vantage point and get a complimentary personalize Souvenir Photographs after your Tiger Sky Tower ride and bring back the beautiful memory of this tour. Tour ends with a breathtaking Cable car ride across to The Jewel Box where you can catch a beautiful view of the harbour and the cruise centre.


Sentosa Sunset – 6 hours
All abroad! We'll enjoy a scenic Cable Car ride from The Jewel Box across to picturesque Sentosa. On arrival, visit Dolphin Lagoon, where visitors are able to watch the Dolphins perform their natural behaviours such as spy-hop, tail-flapping, vocalisations etc. A short bus ride takes you to Underwater World which at last count has a collection of 6,000 fish from 350 species. Served by a moving travellator, you can marvel at the mysteries of the deep through a 83-metre acrylic tunnel. We'll bring you to The New Merlion - the Singapore's beloved tourism symbol. The "re-born" Merlion experience begins with a pre-show that introduces visitors to the mysteries of the sea. Mermaids, lake monsters, sea serpents, movie creatures - these and others will come to life in a series of musical walkthough dioramas. Experiential encounters combining animation with the theatre effects of the Merlion and the good fortune that it brings to all seek it.
Lastly, enjoy Songs of the Sea - Sentosa's latest attraction. Be the first to experience the splendour of Songs of the Sea, a S$31-million a multi-sensory extravaganza, the only one of its kind set in the sea that's not to be missed when you visit Sentosa.

Wild Wild Wet
Featuring a host of exciting rides suitable for little one, teens and adults, Wild Wild Wet is gallons of fun for everyone! Slide Up makes its debut in Asia – enjoy the ride of your life as you rush down the slippery wedge at breathtaking speeds on inflatable rafts. And then do it all over again, backward. Take on the Shiok River, the perfect ride to help you relax. Drift around this tropical canal on a giant inflatable tube and watch the world go by. Don’t miss Ular-Lah! Imagine six people twisting, turning and whirling through the slide into a cool blue lagoon. An adventure not to be missed! Wild Wild Wet is the winner of the 2004 World Water Park Association Innovation Award.
* Non guided tour


Snow City
It's winter all year round in Singapore! Snow City, Singapore's only indoor snow centre, is your answer to an authentic winter experience - with REAL SNOW - right here at your doorstep! Snow City is about familybased fun, and is suitable for all ages. Indulge in hilarious snowball fights, or go snow tubing down the snow-covered slope, which rises from ground level to almost 3 storeys high! Need a break? Try your hand at building your very own snowman! For the more adventurous, experience the sure-fire adrenalin rush of skiing and snowboarding*!
* Non guided tour
* Guests are required to wear long pant when joining this tour


Singapore DUCKtours & Flyer
(No pick up service)
Board Singapore Flyer – The World’s Largest Giant Observation Wheel. From sunrise until sunset, visitors will be able to take in different perspectives of the dynamic Singapore Landscape and even parts of Malaysia and Indonesia at every turn of the wheel. It’s a bus! It’s a boat! It’s the Original Splashing DUCK! DUCKtours uniquely combines the city and harbour tour on an authentic Vietnam warcraft, offering you 60 minutes of amphibious touring adventure on both land and sea.

Peranakan Tour
Babas, Nonya, Bibiks, Straits – born Chinese…… these terms are commonly used by many Singaporeans to refer to the Peranakan Chinese. The tour starts with a walk-through of the spice garden – a small replica of the original tract Raffles established in 1822 on Fort Hill as the first “experimental and Botanical Garden” in Singapore. The garden at Fort Canning was planted mainly with nutmeg, clove and other economic plants. The Peranakan house is an eclectic mix of architectural details and ornaments from East and West. Walk around Koon Seng Road in Joo Chiat – districts that showcase rich and baroque Peranakan architecture. The area is named after Chew Joo Chiat, a wealthy Peranakan landowner, who built shop houses and residential units on land he bought after World War I. Tour continues with a stop at Katong, evoking a warm nostalgia, especially among the older generation of Singaporean. Katong has retained a hold on its past, reveling in its incredibly rich Peranakan and Eurasian heritage and architecture, soaking in
its great charm.
* Please note that this tour will operate with a minimum of 08 passengers.


Cable Car Sky Dining
(One way transfer to The Jewel Box will be provided)
A truly unique dining experience awaits you at 90 meters above sea level. A world’s first, dine with your loved ones in specially furnished cable car cabins as you experience the spectacular view of the Singapore harbour and city skyline.


Trishaw + Flyer with High Tea
Start our tour with Singapore Flyer – The World’s Largest Giant Observation Wheel. From sunrise until sunset, visitors will be able to take in different perspectives of the dynamic Singapore landscape and even parts of Malaysia and Indonesia at every turn of the wheel. Next, hop onto a Trishaw for a ride. Along Hill Street, admire the quaint, beautifully restored Central Fire Station. The station was built in 1909 and remains the oldest functioning fire station in Singapore today. Scroll into the sky-lit atrium of the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Arts (MICA) Building. Erected in 1934, the restored building was the old Hill Street Police Station which, at its time, was the largest government building and was regarded as a modern skyscraper. The ground level of this grand building houses several art galleries now. Light snacks will be served at the J Caf?.
* Please note that this tour will operate with a minimum of 08 passengers.


Night Adventure Tour with River Cruise
The night adventure begins as we bring you to Clarke Quay – Singapore’s only riverside festival village. Embark on a romantic journey on a River Cruise to view the magnificent view of Singapore by night. Visit Royal Selangor’s showroom – the well-known makers for fine pewter. Follow by dinner in a restaurant. The next stop, Bugis Village is another famous night market with lots of shops and stalls selling everything from electronics and household items to clothes, knick-knacks and souvenirs. Your sojourn in Singapore will not be complete without a visit to Singapore's oldest hotel - The Raffles Hotel. Built during the colonial days and named after Singapore's founder, Sir Stamford Raffles, the hotel has been restored to its full splendour. While at the Raffles, be sure to treat yourself to the world-famous Singapore Sling (Optional).
* Visitors wearing shorts, slippers or sandals will not be allowed entry to Raffles Hotel.


Deutshsprachige Stadtrundfahrt (German City Tour)
Kommen Si mit und entdecken Sie die Geschichte, Kultur und Lebenstil des multikulturellen Singapurs. Bummein Sie durch die bunten Strassen von Little India wo immer etwas los ist. Von Little India fahren Sie dann weiter ueber Connaught Drive, wo sie die alten colonialischen Gebaeude sehen koennen. Am Merlion Park wird fuer Sie dann ein Fotostop eingelegt. Danach faehrt man an Singapurs Finanzbezirk vorbei nach Chinatown, wo sich viele unserer Vorfahren niedergelassen hatten. Dort gibt viele interresante Geschaefte, und dort hat man die Gelegenheit den Majestaetischen Sri Mariamman Tempel zu besuhen. Nach Chinatown warden wir bei einer Schmuckfabrik die geschickte Handarbeit von Singapurs besten Juweliers sehen. Anschliessend besuchen Sie die “Gruene Lunge” von Singapur unseren 52 Hektar grossen, prachtvollen Botanischen Garten, Dort koennen Sie die schoenen Orchideen unseres Orchideen Gartens bewundern.

SINGAPORE
INFORMATION - TOURS EX SINGAPORE

Johore Bahru Half-Day
The trip across the causeway will take us into another country - Malaysia. Johor Bahru is the capital of Johor State in Peninsular Malaysia. Although close in proximity to Singapore, the way of life is somewhat different from that of Singapore. We will visit a Moorish-styled building housing the Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque. Perhaps you'll chance upon a few worshippers in prayers.
Next stop, Craft Town. An opportunity to view traditional Malay arts and crafts. See the craftsmen busy at work with their batik printing and songket cloth weaving (songket is the cloth used to make traditional Malay outfits, especially at Malay weddings or festive occasions like Hari Raya Puasa).
We'll take a walk through a typical Malay kampong (village). A chance for you to experience first-hand the simple, happy, rural way of life.

Note : Kindly check with your respective embassy whether a visa is required for your entry to Malaysia. If no visa is required, please ensure that your passport has a validity period of at least 6 months.


Malacca Tour
Malacca, a town rich in culture and history, is located on the western coast of the Malaysian Peninsula. It was previously colonised by the Portuguese, Dutch and British. After crossing the causeway, we'll drive past Ayer Hitam. On our arrival in Malacca, we'll be treated to sumptuous lunch at a local restaurant. We'll visit St.Paul's Church to view the open grave where St.Francis Xavier was buried in 1553 before his body was moved to Goa in India. Next, proceed to Christ
Church, Dutch Square, where we'll see a beautiful picture of "The Last Supper" in glazed tiles over the altar. Don't miss the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple - the oldest Chinese temple in Malacca, and the ruins of the Portuguese fortress, Porte de Santiago.

Note : Kindly check with your respective embassy whether a visa is required for your entry to Malaysia. If no visa is required, please ensure that your passport has a validity period of at least 6 months.