Organized Tours of SingaporeSome people hate it, but organized tours are a good way to sightsee Singapore, especially if you want your "Singapore experience" to come in a neat, tidy package. Also, organized tours are ideal for family traveling with kids, as they are usually done with children in mind. Most city tours of Singapore takes 4 hours, and the itinerary should include places such as Chinatown, Little India, the Civic District, Kampong Glam and Orchard Road. Expect to pay about S$30.00. There are also thematic tours for people with specific interest, such as tours of World War II sights, Chinese opera tour, culinary tours, even Feng Shui tours. If you are looking for a personal tour guide to take you around, contact the Registered Tourist Guides Association at 6339 2114. Expect to pay S$25 to S$50 per hour for a personal tour guide. Here are some suggestions of tours you can take: Singapore Night SafariExperience the drama and mystery of the tropical jungle, happening at the Night Safari in Singapore. Taking a tram ride, you cover a loop of the Zoo from where you are able to view animals in complete safety and comfort. For the adventurous, take the walking trails where you encounter free-flying Malayan Fruit Bats. To learn more, click on Singapore Night SafariSecret of the Red Lantern TM Chinatown Night TourThis tour won an award as the Finalist of Singapore Tourism Awards for Best Sightseeing/Leisure/Educational Programme 2005. It retraces the red light district in Singapore Chinatown, from past to present. To learn more, click on Secret of the Red LanternSingapore by Night TourEnjoy dinner at Boat Quay, browse through the night markets of Bugis Street and enjoy the Singapore's skyline by night. Try a famous Singapore Sling at the Raffles Hotel. To learn more, click on Singapore by NightSingapore City TourTake a tour of Singapore City and get to know its history, culture, temples and streets. Among the sights include the Cricket Club, Parliament House, Merlion Park and Marina Bay. To learn more, go to Singapore City TourSultan of Spice TM Kampong Glam TourThis award-winning tour takes you to visit the ancient tombs and graves of the Malay sultan who once ruled Singapore. Highlights include a visit to Sultan Mosque, understanding traditional Indonesian medicine and Arabic goods, the Old Royal Palace and Tombs. To learn more, go to Sultan of Spice Kampong Glam TourJungle Breakfast with Orangutans at Singapore ZooHow about a fancy breakfast with Singapore Zoo's famed residents? Now you can enjoy a whole new breakfast experience with the Orangutan as well as the friendly 10-meter python. To know more, go to Jungle Breakfast with Orangutans at Singapore ZooRiver Cruise TourCruise down the Singapore River in a traditional bumboat. The bumboat used to be a feature of Singapore harbour, and used to transport cargo from awaiting ships to shore. Now they are used for sightseeing. The River Cruise tours are available daily, from 9:00am to 11:00pm. The fee is S$12 per adult and S$6 per child. Board the cruise at Clark Quay. For details, call 6336 6111 or browse www.rivercruise.com.sgDinner in the HarborHow about dinner on board a tongkong (Chinese junk) with the view of Singapore behind you? It is certainly possible, as several cruise companies offer rides ranging from budget to luxury. Contact the following companies for details:Eastwind: 6333 3432 Trishaw TourHow about a ride through the city in a trishaw? These three-wheeled bicycles with the carriage at the back used to be a feature on the roads in Singapore up to the mid 1950's, when more modern and efficient taxis take over their position. Today they remain solely for tourism purposes. You can find them across from Summer View Hotel on Bencoolen Street. A 45-minute ride should cost around S$50.00Tours from Singapore to nearby destinationsThere are also excursions and tours to nearby destinations. To find out about these tours, click on Excursions from SingaporeReturn from Organized Tours page to DIY Singapore Vacation homepage Grab this swicki from eurekster.com
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