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39 Ratings
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About the Activity:
About the Place:
Trace the footsteps of Sir Stamford Raffles, whose dream was to transform Singapore into a vital international port and trading centre for the Far East. The Raffles Landing Site, where Sir Stamford Raffles is believed to have first stepped ashore in 1819, is where it all began.
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- Get picked up from your hotel at 1.30 PM and reach the tour locality in Singapore.
- Start your tour from the Raffles Landing Site and learn about Singapore's founder's vision for the island to become a vital trading center.
- Walk past the bronze structure erected along the river and and explore the various sculptures from Kucinta Cats to River Merchants.
- Enjoy a refreshing afternoon tea with some English/Local delicacies or Cake Tea while stopping at the Raffles Singapore.
- Board a bum boat and cruise along the iconic Singapore disembarking at Clarke Quay.
- Feel the excitement as you reach the river side festival village and meet the villagers .
- End this exciting trip at 06:00 PM in the evening.
About the Place:
Trace the footsteps of Sir Stamford Raffles, whose dream was to transform Singapore into a vital international port and trading centre for the Far East. The Raffles Landing Site, where Sir Stamford Raffles is believed to have first stepped ashore in 1819, is where it all began.
The Raffles Hotel is one of the well-recognised landmarks of Singapore, often called the ‘grand old dame’ of buildings in Singapore, located on Beach Road
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25 Ratings
3.0
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About the Activity:
Transfer: Shared Vehicle
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12 PM
Pick up / Drop Point: Hotel in Singapore within city limits
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- Go on a colorful journey into the history, lifestyle and unique character of the Peranakan Babas (the men) and Nonyas (the women) after getting picked-up from your Hotel at around 08:30 AM.
- Take a walk through the Spice Garden which sits on the site of the first Botanical Gardens and uncover the intricacies of spices and herbs that go into Peranakan cooking.
- Marvel at the fascinating display of Peranakan costume, embroidery, bead-work, jewelry, porcelain, furniture and craft-work which provides an insight into the captivating culture of the Peranakans and wander through the bustling enclaves of Katong & Joo Chiat that showcases the rich and unique Peranakan architecture.
- Admire rows of colorful traditional shop houses that dates back to the 1920's and 1930's. A sampling of Nonya Delicacies will complete the trail.
- This is a 3.5 hour activity.
Transfer: Shared Vehicle
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12 PM
Pick up / Drop Point: Hotel in Singapore within city limits