6 or 8 Hour Private Shore Excursion of Singapore by Walk

Exploring the vibrant city of Singapore on foot can be a captivating experience for visitors with limited time in port. This private shore excursion offers a customizable sightseeing adventure, allowing travelers to enjoy the city’s diverse food scene, rich cultural heritage, and eclectic retail offerings. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, guests can craft an itinerary tailored to their unique interests, ensuring they make the most of their time. Utilizing public transportation, the tour provides an authentic local experience while maintaining a leisurely pace to cover the city’s highlights. Whether it’s a 6-hour or 8-hour excursion, this private walking tour promises to unveil the hidden gems that make Singapore a truly remarkable destination.

Key Points

• Offers a customized, bespoke sightseeing experience in Singapore, catering to the unique interests of each group.
• Provides a knowledgeable local guide to accompany guests and ensure they make the most of their time in the city.
• Utilizes public transportation like the MRT and buses to explore Singapore’s vibrant food scene, cultural heritage, and retail opportunities.
• Moderate walking is involved, with the pace adjusted to the group’s abilities, and the tour continues in wet weather.
• Allows for a flexible, customizable itinerary that can be tailored to the travelers’ interests, whether it’s cuisine, culture, or shopping.

Tour Overview

The private shore excursion in Singapore offers travelers a customized sightseeing experience tailored to their interests, whether it’s exploring the city’s vibrant food scene, immersing in its rich cultural heritage, or indulging in retail therapy.

Travelers can work with a professional guide to create a bespoke itinerary that caters to their preferences.

The guide meets your at the port and accompanies them throughout the 6 or 8-hour tour, ensuring they make the most of their time in the city.

Public transportation, such as the MRT and buses, are used to get around, allowing travelers to mingle with locals and experience Singapore like a true insider.

Included Services

This private shore excursion includes the services of a professional guide who accompanies guests throughout the tour. The guide’s expertise ensures travelers make the most of their time in Singapore, utilizing public transportation like the MRT and buses to get around the city.

The guide’s knowledge of the local culture, history, and hidden gems helps craft a customized itinerary based on each group’s unique interests, whether that’s exploring vibrant neighborhoods, sampling delectable local cuisine, or discovering the best shopping spots.

While the costs of drinks, meals, attraction tickets, and gratuities aren’t included, the guide handles all the logistics, allowing guests to simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the sights and sounds of this dynamic city.

Excluded Expenses

While the shore excursion covers the cost of public transportation, guests will need to cover the expenses for drinks, snacks, meals, souvenirs, and any taxi or Uber rides they may take. Attraction tickets, such as those for the bumboat, Singapore Flyer, or Gardens By The Bay, are also not included in the tour price. Plus, travelers should budget for gratuities to be given to the knowledgeable guide who accompanies them throughout the excursion.

Excluded Expenses	Cost
Drinks, snacks, meals	Varies
Souvenirs	Varies
Taxi/Uber rides	Varies
Attraction tickets	Varies
Gratuities	Recommended

Walking Requirements

Moderate walking is involved in this shore excursion, so guests are recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

The tour continues in wet weather, so travelers should also bring water and an umbrella.

While the pace is leisurely, there’s enough walking to cover the highlights of Singapore.

Those with collapsible wheelchairs can participate, as the tour is wheelchair accessible. However, a minimum physical fitness level is required to fully enjoy the experience.

Guests should be prepared for a moderate amount of walking throughout the day as they explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, diverse culinary scene, and iconic landmarks.

Weather Considerations

Despite Singapore’s tropical climate, the shore excursion continues in wet weather. Travelers should bring an umbrella and be prepared to explore the city’s sights and sounds, rain or shine. The tour guide will adapt the itinerary as needed, ensuring visitors can make the most of their time in Singapore, regardless of the weather conditions.

Weather Condition	Recommendation
Light Rain	Explore outdoor attractions with umbrella
Moderate Rain	Prioritize indoor activities, such as museums and shopping
Heavy Rain	Focus on covered walkways, shopping malls, and public transportation
Thunderstorms	Seek shelter and adjust the schedule accordingly
Humidity	Dress in lightweight, breathable clothing and stay hydrated

Accessibility Information

The shore excursion in Singapore is wheelchair accessible, with the guide able to accommodate collapsible wheelchairs.

Travelers with limited mobility can fully participate in the tour, exploring the city’s attractions at a comfortable pace. The moderate walking involved is manageable, and the guide will ensure the pace is suitable for everyone in the group.

Comfortable shoes are recommended, and participants should bring water and an umbrella, as the tour continues in wet weather.

While there’s no private vehicle transport, the public transportation costs, including MRT and buses, are included in the tour.

With the right preparation, travelers of all abilities can enjoy the bespoke itinerary and enjoy Singapore’s vibrant culture and sights.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation of the Singapore shore excursion is subject to a tiered refund policy, with full refunds available for bookings cancelled more than a week in advance. For cancellations between 7-2 days prior to the tour, a 50% refund can be expected. Unfortunately, no refund will be issued for cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure.

Cancellation Timing	Refund Amount
> 1 week in advance	100%
7-2 days in advance	50%
< 48 hours in advance	0%

This clear and straightforward cancellation policy allows travellers to plan their schedules with confidence, knowing the financial implications of any changes. Flexibility is balanced with responsibility, ensuring a fair and transparent booking process.

Customizable Itinerary

One of the key highlights of this Singapore shore excursion is its customizable itinerary, allowing you to curate an experience tailored to your unique interests and preferences.

Whether you’re passionate about local cuisine, captivated by the city’s vibrant culture, or eager to indulge in some retail therapy, your private guide will work closely with you to craft an itinerary that caters to your needs.

From navigating the bustling hawker centers to exploring hidden art galleries, the possibilities are endless. This flexibility ensures you make the most of your limited time in port and return to your cruise ship with unforgettable memories of Singapore.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Guide Speak Multiple Languages?

The guide can typically speak multiple languages, often including English and one or more additional languages commonly used in Singapore, such as Mandarin, Malay, or Tamil. This allows the guide to communicate effectively with a range of clients.

Is It Possible to Combine the Tour With a Cruise?

Yes, it’s possible to combine the private shore excursion tour with a cruise. The guide will meet you at the port and accompany you throughout the tour, ensuring a seamless experience between your cruise and the customized Singapore exploration.

Can the Guide Provide Recommendations for Local Cuisine?

Yes, the guide can provide recommendations for local Singaporean cuisine. They are knowledgeable about the city’s diverse food scene and can suggest authentic dishes and eateries that align with the traveler’s tastes and preferences.

Are There Any Discounts for Group Bookings?

Yes, the tour operator offers discounts for group bookings. Larger groups of 3 or more can receive a per person discount on the private shore excursion. The discount amount varies based on the group size.

Is There an Option to Extend the Tour Duration?

Yes, the tour duration can be extended for an additional fee. Clients can discuss their preferences with the tour operator, who can accommodate extended tour times based on availability and any additional costs involved.

Recap

This private shore excursion in Singapore offers travelers a personalized sightseeing experience.

Accompanied by a professional guide, guests can create a customized itinerary to explore the city’s vibrant food scene, cultural heritage, and shopping opportunities.

Using public transportation, the tour provides an authentic local experience while ensuring a leisurely pace to cover the city’s highlights within the allotted time.