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6 or 8 Hour Private Shore Excursion of Singapore by walk

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Description

Combine must see sights with history, culture, local foodie delights and hidden gems. A 6 or 8-hour private customised walking shore excursion with a special itinerary designed just for you. Your personal private guide will meet you at the cruise ship terminal and take you to explore Singapore for the day. Your guide will ensure that you see the things that will interest you the most and at a pace that suits you. No one else will join your tour. This is an immersive walking tour using the MRT and bus. Transport costs included.

Tour Options

8 Hour Private Shore Excursion
  • 8 Hour Private Shore Excursion of Singapore. Immersive walking tour. Children aged 11 and under are free. Pickup included
6 Hour Private Shore Excursion
  • 6 Hour Private Shore Excursion of Singapore. Immersive walking tour. Children aged 11 and under are free. Pickup included

Itinerary

360 min

Your private tour guide will meet you at your cruise terminal.  As a cruise ship passenger, you will most probably only have one or two days in Singapore. We understand how important it is to make the most of your short time in port and to see the best of Singapore in a time-efficient way. After you have booked you will answer a number of questions about your interests and what you hope to get out of your tour. Your personal tour guide will then use this information to design a tour specifically for you. If you have not been to Singapore before and have no preferences you will be taken on a comprehensive city tour. You will focus on exploring back streets, local neighborhoods and learning about the fascinating culture and history of Singapore. In 6-hours you will have time to visit and learn about at least 3 districts of Singapore. If you would like to see or do more please book an 8-hour shore excursion. You can combine some of the must see’s like the Merlion, Singapore River Cruise and riding the Singapore Flyer with something a little more off the beaten track to ensure that you see Singapore for what it really is; a melting pot of cultures and flavours. It is a city that has seen unprecedented growth, a city that competes on the global playing field despite its tiny size. It has been beautifully designed with the intention not just to be ‘green’, but to be a City in a Garden.  It is a city where efficiency, style, gastronomies, and cultures meet like in no other. If you are a foodie you can combine foodie elements into your Customised Shore Excursion, ensuring that you get a wonderful mouthwatering taste of Singapore. If you would like to pick up some souvineers en route we can show you our favorite markets. Perhaps you are a budding photographer and would like to visit the most photogenic locations… Or an architect with an interest in learning about the city from a town planning perspective…Whatever it is we will ensure that your Shore Excursion is exactly what you are looking for. Children aged 11 years and under join the tour for free. Anyone and 12 years and over is counted as a chargeable person.

10 min

Visit the oldest Western religious building, St Andrews Cathedral. It is the largest in Singapore and has existed on the site since 1836. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time .

10 min

Now a national monument, this impressive historical building was built in 1926, it bears witness to Singapore's Colonial past and the Japanese occupation, leading up to its independence. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

20 min

National Gallery is an art museum, overseeing the world’s largest public collection of Singaporean and Southeast Asian art, consisting of over 8,000 artworks. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

Pass by

Visit Esplanade Park, one of Singapore's oldest parks, and reflect on the contributions made to Singapore by many great men at its various memorials. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

10 min

Visit Merlion Park and soak in the sunset view of Marina Bay whilst learning about the mega construction project behind it. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

15 min

Check out the Fullerton Waterboat House, located at the mouth of Singapore River, adjacent to the Merlion Park. It is part of the Fullerton Bay Hotel, built in the 1940s. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

20 min

Stroll along Boat Quay, a historical quay in Singapore which is situated upstream from the mouth of the Singapore River on its southern bank. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

30 min

Walk along Clarke Quay, the bustling entertainment district of Singapore and learn more about early traders that built their businesses along the river Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

Admission not included45 min

Singapore River Cruise: Board a relaxing ride on a bumboat for an enjoyable cruise along the river. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

30 min

Soak in the view of Singapore's Marina Bay and stroll along the boulevard. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

Admission not included45 min

Be mesmerized by the view of Singapore from on top of Skypark Observation Deck at Marina Bay Sands. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

Admission not included60 min

Be immersed in the tranquility of the garden with a sense of utmost modernity. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

Admission not included30 min

Enjoy the view of Singapore whilst taking a ride on Singapore Flyer. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

20 min

Check out Singapore's freshwater lake/ reservoir that helps boost Singapore's water supply and learn about water sustainability. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

30 min

Enjoy the iconic cocktail, Singapore Sling, at the most famous hotel in Singapore, Raffles Hotel. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

60 min

Follow the journey of the early Chinese immigrants to Singapore. First, visit the Thian Hock Keng Temple where thanks were given to the God of the Sea for safe arrival. Learn about Taoism and fortune-telling. Explore the back streets and Ann Siang Hill and learn about Clan Associations and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and learn about Buddhism. Feast on Chinese delicacies at the Chinatown Hawker Centre and shop till you drop at the souvenir markets. See the site of long-gone opium dens, coolie accommodation and death houses. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

15 min

This majestic place of worship is a repository of Buddhist wisdom and relics and is home to an artifact of religious reverence. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

15 min

Thian Hock Keng temple (means "Palace of Heavenly Happiness”), the oldest temple in Singapore, also known as the Tianfu Temple, is a temple built for the worship of Mazu, a Chinese sea goddess. It is the oldest and most important temple of the Hokkien people in the country. Thian Hock Keng was gazetted as a national monument on 6 July 1973. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

30 min

Come and enjoy the famous Maxwell Hawker Centre and taste Singapore's most iconic dish: Chicken rice! and wash it down with a freshly squeezed Sugar Cane juice; a real hit on our tours! Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

45 min

Named as one of the world's coolest neighbourhoods by Vogue, Tiong Bahru’s charming art deco buildings are one of Singapore’s oldest housing estates. Learn about the design and development of this heritage-listed area. Chow down at the Tiong Bahru Hawker Centre, one of the most famous in Singapore due to its concentration of ‘legend’ stalls, many in operation since the 1950s. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

45 min

Named as one of the world's coolest neighbourhoods by Vogue, Tiong Bahru’s charming art deco buildings are one of Singapore’s oldest housing estates. Learn about the design and development of this heritage-listed area. Chow down at the Tiong Bahru Hawker Centre, one of the most famous in Singapore due to its concentration of ‘legend’ stalls, many in operation since the 1950s. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

45 min

Visit the former home of the Malay royalty and learn about how they sold Singapore to the British. See the impressive Sultan’s Mosque and discover the five pillars of Islam. Explore authentic shops specialising in Arabian trades and the super trendy Haji Lane. Uncover Singapore’s past as a starting hub for Muslims making the pilgrimage to Mecca. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

15 min

Explore the famous Haji Lane during your tour, a place with hole-in-the-wall boutiques to hip cafes, cool bars, and restaurants. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

15 min

Visit Malay Heritage Centre, a cultural centre and museum located at Sultan Gate off Beach Road in Kampong Glam. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

15 min

Also known as Masjid Sultan, the impressive Sultan Mosque in historic Kampong Glam is the focal point for Singapore’s Muslim community. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

20 min

Check out the Mustafa Center that offers a unique 24-hour market style shopping experience in Singapore. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

45 min

Explore the colourful gold, spice and fabric markets of Singapore’s most vibrant district. Learn about the early town planning and how Singapore’s ethnic districts, including Little India, came about. Enjoy a selection of popular Indian foods from savoury snacks to sweet treats. Visit the breathtaking Sri Mariamman temple and learn about Hinduism and its mystical beliefs. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

15 min

Tekka Center is a dining landmark in the Little India neighborhood, serving up large dishes of fresh food to visitors and locals just steps away from the Little India MRT station. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

30 min

Stroll along Orchard Road and soak in the hustle and bustle of this upscale shopping area of Singapore. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

15 min

The Pinnacle@Duxton is a 50-story residential development in Singapore's city center. It features the world's two longest sky gardens of 500 meters (1,600 ft) each, on both the 26th and 50th floors. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

60 min

Learn about the early Chinese immigrants to Singapore and the distinctive Peranakan culture where many traditional Singaporean dishes were born out of the culture. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

30 min

Dubbed the State of Fun, Sentosa Island has lured visitors with its pristine beaches, exciting attractions and tropical landscapes. Flexible itinerary designed around your interests, all stops listed are optional and are customized to your preference and available time.

Highlights

Private tour
Professional guide
Transportation costs by public transport (MRT and Buses)

What's included

Included
Private tour
Professional guide
Transportation costs by public transport (MRT and Buses)
Not included
The costs of drinks / snacks / meals / souvenirs etc are not included and are payable by yourself.
If you wish to use a taxi or Uber to travel around these costs are not included and are payable by yourself. Only public transportation costs are included.
This tour does not include transportation in a private vehicle.
Ride on a bumboat, Singapore Flyer, Gardens By The Bay, Battlebox or any other ticketed attractions
Return taxi to the airport after your tour (estimate approximately SG$40 per car)
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up from ALL hotels and Ports in Singapore just let us know where you are staying.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved - please wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Please bring at least one litre of water each as it gets very hot in Singapore. You will need to stay hydrated. Please bring an umbrella as it does rain a lot in Singapore and we will continue in wet weather.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • If you wish to buy anything whilst you are in Singapore you will need SG$ in cash. Shops and restaurants will not accept US$ or other currencies.
  • Cancellation Policy: If you cancel more than one week (more than 168 hours) in advance we will give you a full refund (excluding the booking service fee). If you cancel between 7 days and 2 days (between 167 and 48 hours before) we will give you a 50% refund (excluding any service charge). No refund under 48 hours cancellation.

Reviews(36)

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AAcker1960
June 4, 2026
Amazing Day in Singapore with Gee Soo

Gee Soo was our guide and he was phenomenal. We had a car and driver which I recommend to see the most of Singapore and it gave us some relief from the heat in between stops. Gee Soo was very knowledgeable about Singapore and could tell he loved living in Singapore. We saw all of the sites plus some extra more local sites. We had lunch art a Hawkers hall which was so inexpensive and great choices. Gee recommended his favorites. Gee took lots of pictures of us and shared them by email. We finished our day having a drink poolside at Marina Bay Sands Rooftop. Great day.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a great day exploring Singapore with Gee Soo. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to him. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the personalized experience, local food recommendations, photo memories, and the comfort of the private vehicle. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Singapore again soon!

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timothyhR8982BZ
March 22, 2026
Gene is a great guide and a great guy!

Our guide was very knowledgeable and came prepared with exhibits and photos, His energy, and attention to our needs was outstanding. He gave us all the time we needed and was constantly checking on our comfort, and changes we required. Gene was so good, that while he was educating us on the bus, a passenger took a picture of his guide ID tag so she could book with him later!

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DisappointedinTO
January 16, 2026
Great experience in Singapore

Kavin was a fountain of knowledge as he showed me the highlights of this beautiful city. He always checked to see if I was tired, needed a break or the washroom and patiently waited while I shopped for a few souvenirs. Highly recommend Kavin, a very enjoyable and informative day spent.

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Tour812935
July 3, 2025
A Fantastic (and Delicious) Way to Explore Singapore

My family and I did the 6-hour Hello Food Tour and absolutely loved it. We knew we’d eat well, but the experience went far beyond that — it gave us a real feel for the neighborhoods and cultures that make up Singapore’s food scene. We started in Katong with curry puffs, soft-boiled eggs, kaya toast, and kopi — a classic local breakfast — and worked our way through Nonya rice dumplings and sweets, famous Katong Laksa, and then hopped over to Old Airport Road for some incredible hawker favorites like Hokkien mee, carrot cake, otah-otah, and sugarcane juice. Later, in Kampong Glam, we had beef rendang and tauhu telor, followed by teh tarik from a beloved street stall and murtabak from Zam Zam. We finished in Little India with paper dosai and mango lassi. Every stop felt carefully chosen — we were trying the best versions of these dishes, not just what was nearby or convenient. I’ll admit 6 hours felt ambitious going in, but it really worked. It gave us time to explore different neighborhoods and understand how the food ties into local cultures. Our guide clearly loved what they were doing — they explained the history and meaning behind each dish without ever making it feel like a lecture. We’ve done a lot of food tours in different cities, and this was easily one of the best. Come hungry and ready to learn.

Operator response

Thank you so much for this amazing review! We're thrilled that you and your family loved the 6-hour Hello Food Tour — sounds like you truly ate your way through Singapore! 😊 We’re especially happy you appreciated the cultural journey and carefully chosen stops. Thanks for coming hungry and curious — that’s the best way to do it!

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431mickeye
March 28, 2025
Enjoyed a very informative visit

Very informative and enjoyable!! Richard was full of valuable information!! Really enjoyed everything we saw and couldn’t believe that the time went so fast !! Thank you !! Mickey

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! I’m so glad you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and enjoyable. Richard will be thrilled to hear your kind words! It’s always a great sign when time flies because you're having fun. Wishing you many more amazing travel experiences ahead!

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512stuartz
March 9, 2025
Be Sure To Request Sue

My girlfriend and I had the most amazing experience with Sue Ling as our guide. She was incredible and she made the experience so much better. Her dedication and sensitivity to our needs went above and beyond, even to the point of sending us a detailed plan of our remaining days in Singapore. She was knowledgeable and very experienced in wherever she brought us. She was constantly asking us where we wanted to go and whether it was interesting or not. Overall she made our trip so much more fun and enjoyable. I am a bit hobbled by old age and her caring and sensitivity to my well being was fantastic.

Operator response

Thank you for your heartfelt review! It’s wonderful to hear that you and your girlfriend had such an amazing experience with Su Ling. It’s especially touching to hear how she went the extra mile to ensure your well-being and help plan the rest of your stay. Wishing you many more fantastic travels ahead, and we’d love to welcome you back to Singapore in the future!

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Relax42992108885
November 26, 2024
The most complete tour at Singapore . Guaranteed !!! We didn’t miss any important detail or hint about the city

Excellent guide , the tour is more than complete . Richard knows the most important details and hints of the musts in the city.

Operator response

Thank you for your great feedback! We're so glad to hear that you had an excellent experience with Richard. It's wonderful that he was able to share such valuable insights and highlights of the city. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to have the pleasure of guiding you again in the future!

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710bernien
October 9, 2024
A Day of Discovery with Pam!

Had a very long day of tours. Pam took us on an amazing food journey and discovery of all the touch pints of Singapore. Pam was attentive to our needs and explained all aspects of the various districts in Singapore. Highlight of the tour was the food! Really enjoyed the garden tour and light show! Thanks for a long and amazing. Day of adventure and discovery Pam!

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alirhillcomcas
March 21, 2024
A great way to experience Singapore

Gee soo was probably the best guide iI have ever experienced. He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, fun, time conscious and extremely considerate. Gee soo took great photos which we promptly received after the tour. This was the best way to see and find out about Singapore in the time available. ( We were 2 fit 70 plus females)

Operator response

Gee Soo says thank you! We hope to see you again next time you are in Hong Kong

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Trek61610690307
December 27, 2023
Private Singapore Tour - MUST DO!

Richard Kan was such an awesome, accommodating and informative tour guide! Would 11/10 recommend to anyone going to Singapore to do the 8 hour tour with him.

Operator response

Richard says thank you and see you again!

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