Private Singapore City Highlights Tour By Car - Half Day or Full Day
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See the very best of Singapore—your way. This private, fully customizable tour pairs you with an expert local guide and a private, air-conditioned vehicle and driver for a smooth and immersive journey through the city. Ideal for first-time visitors, families, the mobility-conscious, or anyone short on time, this tour is all about comfort, flexibility, and insider access. Whether you're into photography, history, design, food, or just want to take in the sights without the stress, we’ll tailor a route to match your interests. Want to explore vibrant neighborhoods like Little India or Kampong Glam? Sample hawker favourites without committing to a full food tour? Cruise the Singapore River or snap skyline views from Marina Bay Sands? Just say the word. Tours run 4–8 hours, day or night, and include hotel, airport or cruise pick-up. Whether you want to see the highlights or dive deep into daily life, we’ll make sure your Singapore experience is personal, fascinating, and unforgettable.
Your experience
Stop 1
We’ll craft a custom itinerary around your interests—blending must-see icons with hidden corners and local neighbourhoods you’d never find on your own. From glittering Marina Bay to the vibrant backstreets of Little India, from hawker centres to heritage enclaves, every stop is selected to match your pace, preferences, and curiosity. Want a bit of everything? We’ll build a balanced route. Looking for something specific—food, architecture, politics, street life, religion? Just let us know. And if you’re not sure where to begin, we’ll design a comprehensive highlights tour that gives you a real feel for the city. Along the way, you’ll get insider insight into Singapore’s story—from colonial days and WWII to its rise as one of the world’s most modern and multicultural cities.
Stop 2
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 .
Stop 3
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.
Stop 4
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.
Stop 5
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.
Stop 6
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.
Stop 7
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.
Stop 8
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.
Stop 9
Walk along the Singapore River to 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.
Stop 10
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.
Stop 11
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.
Stop 12
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.
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- The costs of drinks / snacks / meals / souvenirs etc are not included and are payable by yourself.
- Gratuities are not included (recommended)
- Singapore River Cruise, Singapore Flyer and Gardens by The Bay, Battlebox tickets
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Collapsible / foldable wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- 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
- 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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