This island nation at the end of the Malaysian peninsula offers an extraordinary array of culture, history and cuisine. Embrace exotic sights and sounds strolling through Chinatown, the Arab Quarter or Little India. Head to the Boat Quay for unrivaled views of the harbor before dining at one of many international eateries. Shop along Orchard Road for treasures from every corner of the Pacific Rim; embark on a night safari at the Singapore Zoo or relax in the verdant shade of the Bukit Timah Nature Preserve. Wander the wondrously futuristic Gardens By the Bay before relaxing with a refreshing Singapore Sling at the iconic Raffles Hotel.
Just outside Cambodia’s Siem Reap, a unique and thrilling adventure awaits you in the jungles of Angkor, where you can uncover the rich history and grand architecture of the Khmer Empire. Obscured by dense vegetation for centuries, the glorious temples of Angkor comprise one of the world’s largest religious monuments. The most famous is the enormous Angkor Wat, whose soaring walls are covered with intricate carvings. You will also pass through the imposing gates of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire, to explore the renowned Bayon Temple.
Please note:
-There is extensive walking over uneven ground at the temple sites - at times up to 2 km, with steps at Bayon and Angkor Wat. This tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulty or if confined to a wheelchair. It can also be very hot and humid there.
-Cambodian visa fee is included in the tour and will be applied upon arrival at Siem Reap Airport
-Flight schedules are subject to change thus the tour sequence may vary
-Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
All travelers (Tourists, Expats and Cambodians) are now required to submit a Cambodia e-Arrival Card within 7 days before their arrival via a mobile app or at https://arrival.gov.kh/
DAY 1
After disembarking the ship, identify your luggage and then transfer from the pier to the Singapore Airport. Upon arrival, proceed through check-in for your flight to Siem Reap. You will be accompanied on the flight by a representative from our local ground agency.
On arrival in Siem Reap you will be met and assisted with obtaining your Cambodian Entry Visa and the Angkor Temple Passes required for touring. Once this has been issued, board an air-conditioned coach for the transfer to your hotel for check-in and lunch on your own.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is also own.
Overnight at the Borei Angkor Resort or similar hotel
NOTE: Your passport will be kept by our program operations team in order to process the visa on arrival and for exit procedures on departure day. Your passport will be safely returned to you on Day 3.
DAY 2
After breakfast at your hotel, visit the city of Angkor Thom including its 12th-century Bayon Temple, the Terrace of the Leper King and the Elephant Terrace, a sandstone wall featuring carvings of hunting scenes and three-headed elephants.
Continuing on, you will see the temple of Ta Prohm, which is famous for its forest atmosphere and enormous fig trees. This temple has intentionally not been restored, and it looks just as it did when the first European explorer arrived. It may look familiar, as Ta Prohm has been a location in numerous movies, including the blockbuster action film “Tomb Raider.”
Lunch at a local restaurant follows, after which you will visit Artisans d’Angkor, a school for underprivileged children. They are taught the ancient crafts of wood and stone carving, creating lacquerware, painting and silk weaving. As you stroll through the school, you will observe the young Cambodian artisans demonstrating their skills. The proceeds from the students’ artwork purchased in the gift shop go towards running the school.
You will view even more handicrafts and art at Phsar Chas, a market with an outstanding selection of textiles, handicrafts, statues and curios that reflect the Cambodian culture.
Back at the hotel, enjoy dinner and an Apsara cultural show
Overnight at the Borei Angkor Resort or similar hotel
DAY 3
This morning after breakfast, venture to the Angkor Wat Temple Complex – the highlight of this program. You will have approximately 2 hours to explore its archaeological treasures with your guide before returning to your hotel.
Your guide will point out the best spots for taking photos of this massive temple complex as you walk amidst the moss-peppered cobbled pathways, gaze up at the intricately carved tower tops and perhaps climb the steep and narrow temple steps that lead to wide courtyards.
Following your unforgettable exploration of the temples, you will return to the hotel to freshen up and check out. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Singapore (passports are returned) where upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Dinner is on your own.
DAY 4
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out. Transfers to the Singapore Airport will be based on your flight times. For guests with late flights, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your transfer time.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1 - timings and order of the tours is subject to change based on actual flight details once confirmed approximately 60 days before
10:00am Disembark the ship and transfer to the Singapore Airport
11:50am Check in for your flight to Siem Reap – direct flights not guaranteed
1:50pm Flight from Singapore to Siem Reap (flight details TBA and subject to change)
3:05pm Arrival in Siem Reap and process Cambodian Visas
3:30pm Transfer to the Angkor Site office to collect Temple Passes
4:00pm Collect Temple Passes
4:40pm Transfer to your hotel for check-in
Remainder of the evening at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Borei Angkor Resort or similar hotel
DAY 2
AM Breakfast at the hotel
8:00am Depart the hotel for the Angkor Thom complex- Bayon, Baphoun, Terrace of Elephants and Leper King, Ta Phrom
12:00pm Transfer to a local restaurant for lunch
12:15pm Lunch
1:45pm Drive to Artisan’s D’Angkor
2:00pm Visit Artisan’s D’Angkor
2:45pm Continue to the Old Market
3:00pm Visit the Old Market
3:30pm Return to your hotel to freshen up before dinner
6:30pm Dinner and cultural Apsara Dance show at your hotel
Overnight at the Borei Angkor Resort or similar hotel
Day 3 - timings and order of the tours is subject to change based on actual flight details once confirmed approximately 60 days before
AM Breakfast at the hotel
8:00am Depart for the Angkor Wat Complex
8:30am Visit Angkor Wat
11:00am Return to your hotel
11:30am Check out and settle incidental accounts, lunch on own
1:30pm Transfer to the Siem Reap airport for you flight to Singapore
2:00pm Check in for the flight to Singapore – direct flights not guaranteed
3:40pm Flight from Siem Reap to Singapore (flight details TBA and subject to change)
7:20pm Arrival in Singapore, proceed through Immigration
8:20pm Transfer to your hotel
8:50pm Approximate arrival at your hotel
Dinner on own
Overnight at the Park Royal Marina Bay or similar hotel
Day 4
AM Breakfast at the hotel
12:00pm Check out
TBA Transfer to the Singapore Changi Airport based on your flight details
Guests with late flights can store their luggage at the hotel until their transfer
Extra Nights: If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather
Hot and dry with average mid-day temperatures often reaching the upper 30s C (85-90 F), especially in inland areas such as Siem Reap. Breezes are less frequent this time of year and the air becomes hazier with the rising humidity.
What to Bring
Comfortable, casual clothing. To meet local dress codes, avoid uncovered shoulders, shorts or revealing clothing.
Full-length trousers, pants or skirts covering the knees are required to be worn when visiting Angkor Wat.
Although dinners are not formal, you may want to bring something a bit dressier for those occasions.
Bring a hat or a head covering for sun protection and sunscreen, sunglasses and mosquito repellent, especially for sunrise and sunset hours. Wear flat comfortable walking shoes rather than sandals or open-toed shoes. Guest are requested to remove their foot wear and hats when visiting religious sites.
Currency
The local currency is the Cambodian Riel, but U.S. dollars in smaller denominations are most commonly accepted in Cambodia.
Electricity
Rooms are equipped with 220-volt, two-pin U.S-style electrical outlets. Bring adaptor kits if needed for your electronic devices.
Water
Avoid tap water and drinks with ice. Drink mineral water and drinks in sealed containers. Water at the hotels is potable.
Luggage
We suggest no more than one suitcase weighing no more than 20kg (44 pounds) per person. Airlines allow a maximum of that weight of luggage and one small carry-on bag. Additional pieces will be in excess and fees will be paid to the airline at the guests’ expense.
Excess luggage can be stored in Singapore at the hotel. Pack accordingly before you disembark the ship as any excess bags will be collected at the pier before your departure for the airport. Please ensure that all excess bags are tagged properly and visibly with your full name and suite number on the ship. You will be reunited with your luggage on Day 3 at the hotel in Singapore. Neither Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the hotel nor our local ground operator will be liable for lost or missing items. Carry valuables with you in your carry-on hand bag.
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documentation
Guests must carry a valid passport with at least 6 months validity and have spare pages for the Cambodian visa. Visas will be issued on arrival in Siem Reap.
All travelers (Tourists, Expats and Cambodians) are now required to submit a Cambodia e-Arrival Card within 7 days before their arrival via a mobile app or at https://arrival.gov.kh/
VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.
Accommodations
Park Royal Marina Bay - Singapore
6 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039594
Phone: +65 6845 1000
Siem Reap –Borei Angkor Resort and Spa or similar hotel
National Road 6, Banteay Chas, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Phone: +855 63 963 900
*We will only substitute hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are substituted, they will be of equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified accordingly ahead of time of any changes. If guests are not notified of any changes in advance of travel, then the hotels listed will be used.
Program Includes for guests
•2 overnights in Siem Reap at the Borei Angkor Hotel or similar (Landmark Room)
•1 overnight in Singapore at the Park Royal Marina Bay or similar (Urban Deluxe Room)
•3 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner including a cultural show
•Transfers
•Cambodia on arrival Visa
•Touring in Siem Riep in air-conditioned coaches or coaster busses
•All entrance fees required for touring in Siem Reap including a two day all access Temple Pass
•Local English-speaking guides in Singapore and in Siem Reap
•Bottled water and cold towels on the coaches when touring
•Economy class flights between Singapore and Siem Reap – direct flights not guaranteed
•Excess luggage storage in Singapore
•Hospitality desk at both hotels for groups of over 15 guests
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Personal expenses such as telephone calls and laundry
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service
•Gratuities for drivers and guides
•Any touring, meals and beverages not mentioned in the above itinerary
•Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Enjoy a fascinating exploration of Singapore, admiring landmarks such as the Esplanade, Marina Bay Sands and the symbolic Merlion statue. Discover Chinatown and take a walk through several districts teeming with landmarks of Singapore's colonial past. Tour Gardens by the Bay, a sprawling waterfront garden and nature park and enjoy the famous Singapore Sling from the Long Bar at Raffles Hotel.
NOTE: Please advise the Destination Team via Reservations or Guest Services in advance of your travel of any seafood allergies or dietary restrictions. Once in Singapore changes to the lunch menu on Day 2 may not be possible.
DAY 1
Upon arriving at the Singapore International Airport, you will be met in the public arrivals area just outside of baggage claim and transferred to your hotel.
Check in time is 3:00pm. Rooms may or may not be ready before this time. Guests with early arriving flights may wish to book an extra night to ensure a ready room upon your arrival.
Lunch and dinner are on your own.
DAY 2
After breakfast, you will be met by your guide for an introductory tour to discover the multi religion and culture of Singapore.
Begin with an exploration of Waterloo Street where you will find several well-known landmarks, including the Kwan Imm Thong Hood Cho Temple, Maghain Aboth Synagogue, Sculpture Square, and Sri Krishnan Temple. The Maghain Aboth Synagogue is the oldest synagogue in Singapore and was built by the local Jewish community in 1878. Here you will experience how the locals adapt to each other’s culture and religion.
Next take a walk along Albert Street which was originally lined with two-story shop houses, and was famous for its Chinese restaurants, bars, medicine shops and food stalls. You can still see some of the old traditional retail shops within this area.
You will also see the business district that is responsible for the nation's fiscal security and drive through the historic Padang or colonial area. Have your camera ready as architecture and foliage combine to create the perfect backdrop for you to capture the landmarks of Singapore's colonial past.
Continue with a visit to Chinatown where you will walk through its alleyways and visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum whose richly designed interiors and comprehensive exhibits on Buddhist art and history tell stories of culture over thousands of years old.
Built in 2007, the temple gets its name from what the Buddhists regard as the left canine tooth of Buddha, which has been recovered from his funeral pyre in Kushinagar, India and displayed on the temple’s grounds.
For lunch the group will dine at a local Chinese seafood restaurant – perhaps you will try the famous Singapore Chili Crab!
After lunch make a visit to Arab Street, the old center of the Malay community. Today, Arab Street is abundant with glittery and lavish fashion items that include the finest lace, sparkling semi-precious stones, ostrich feathers, iron-on diamantes, gold thread, wholesales bales of silk and organza with dazzling rainbow hues and intensities. Traditional rattan is also sold in little India’s street shops, and the beautiful gold-domed Sultan Mosque is located here.
Finally, pay a visit to the famous Raffles Hotel Singapore, where the Raffles Long Bar is the birthplace of the city's most famous cocktail, the Singapore Sling. Any visitor to Singapore should try this cocktail with a handful of peanuts. You will have some free time to have some photo taking at the hotel before your transfer back to your hotel.
Dinner is on your own today.
DAY 3
After breakfast at your hotel, you will be met by your guide for your tour to “Gardens by the Bay”. These Gardens capture the essence of Singapore as the premier tropical Garden City with the perfect environment in which to love and work – making Singapore a leading global city of the 21st century.
Underlying the concept of Gardens by the Bay are the principles of environmental sustainability. Comprising two glass biomes, the Conservatories replicate the cool-dry climate of the Mediterranean and semi-arid sub-tropical regions and the cool-moist climate of the Tropical Montane region. They house a diverse collection of plants that are not commonly seen in this part of the world and are of high conservation value. The conservatories are a statement in sustainable engineering and apply a suite of cutting-edge technologies for energy-efficient solutions in cooling.
Visit the Cloud Forest, a mysterious world veiled in mist. A 35-metre tall mountain covered in lush vegetation shrouding the world’s tallest indoor waterfall showcases plant life from tropical highlands up to 2,000-meters above sea level.
Next, step into the Flower Dome and you will marvel in awe of nature as well as the spectacular and innovative designs. The Flower Dome replicates the cool-dry climate of Mediterranean regions.
You may wish to stroll along the Skyway and take in a view of the Gardens from above. (there is a separate fee to walk along the Skyway)
Truly a spectacular and colorful national icon, Gardens by the Bay will capture the imagination of everyone who visits.
Next, visit the top of the iconic Marina Bay Sands Hotel – SkyPark Observation Deck. At 57 stories above ground, you will have a bird’s eye view of the stunning Marina Bay, Singapore’s world class city-scape, the architectural wonders of Supertree Grove and the bustling shipping lanes that have built Singapore’s rich history and economy.
After this tour, you will return to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
DAY 4
After breakfast you will check out and transfer to the port for embarkation.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
Day 1
Arrive at the Singapore Changi International Airport.
You are met and transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.
Check in time is 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early morning arrival, you may choose to book an extra night so that you room is ready upon arrival.
Lunch and dinner are on your own account.
Overnight at the Fullerton or similar hotel
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
Day 2:
7:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Meet your guide in the hotel Lobby
9:30am Depart from hotel
9:45am Arrive at Waterloo Street, stop at the famous Synagogue, walk along the street where you will stop at the famous Chinese Kwan Imm temple and Sri Krishnan Temple
10:10am Take a walk at Albert Street
10:30am Depart from Albert Street to drive through the colonial district
10:45am Stop at Merlion Park
11:15am Depart from Merlion Park to Chinatown
11:30am Drive through Chinatown and arrive at Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum
11:50am Visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum
12:30pm Depart for lunch
12:45pm Chinese Seafood Lunch with Chilli Crab
2:00pm Depart for Arab Street
2:20pm Arrive at Arab Street and visit
3:15pm Transfer to Raffles Hotel
3:30pm Arrive at Raffles Hotel for Singapore Sling
4:30pm Depart Raffles Hotel
5:00pm Return to your hotel
Evening at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Fullerton or similar hotel
DAY 3:
7:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
9:30am Depart for Gardens by the Bay
9:45am Arrive at Gardens by the Bay
Stroll with the guide to the Flower Dome and the Cloud Forest
11:45am Depart for Marina Bay Sands
12:00pm Arrive at Marina Bay Sands and proceed to the Rooftop Bar for photos
1:00pm Depart Marina Bay Sands
1:30pm Arrive back at your hotel
Evening at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Fullerton or similar hotel
DAY4
7:00am Breakfast at your hotel
Luggage to be ready by your mini-bar for the porters to collect to bring to the holding room
9:00am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
11:00am Luggage verification at the holding room before transferring to Cruise Center
12:00pm Transfer to the Cruise Center
12:30pm Approximate arrival at the port for embarkation
Expected Weather:
Singapore is known for its hot and humid weather, with little variation throughout the year. The average daytime temperature is 31ºC (88ºF), dropping to around 24ºC (75ºF) in the evenings. The monsoon season can bear down pretty heavily on our tropical weather from November onwards, so be prepared for rain on a daily basis during this period.
What to Bring:
When packing, keep in mind that you will be in the tropics. Light, cool, and casual clothing is recommended all year round. For more formal occasions, men should wear jackets, ties, or long-sleeved batik shirts whereas women should wear dresses.
Local Currency:
The currency used in Singapore is the Singapore dollar (S$). Money changing services can be found not only at the Singapore Changi Airport but also at most shopping centers and hotels around the island. You can also access the automated teller machines (ATMs) located everywhere (even in the most obscure bits) in Singapore, that accept most of the main credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
Electricity
Singapore's electricity voltage is 220-240V with ac, 50 cycles per second. Generally, the electricity outlets are three-pronged - two parallel flat pins with a ground outlet. You may purchase adaptors in any of the hardware stores or rent one from the hotel. We recommend travelling with your own international adaptor should you have electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
Visitors must have a valid passport valid for minimum 6 months beyond the date of entry into Singapore.
Guests are required to submit an electronic Singapore Arrival Card within three days prior to arrival into Singapore. They are not permitted any earlier. Please follow instructions on this website https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/sgarrivalcard/ or through the official “MyICA” mobile application. Submissions are free of charge.
Hotel Address:
Fullerton Hotel
1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178
*We will only substitute the hotel in unforeseen situations. If the hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used.
Program Includes for guests
3 nights at the Fullerton Hotel Singapore including breakfast -standard double room
1 lunch
1 Full Day tour with English speaking guide
1 Half Day tour with English speaking guide
Transfers
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
Gratuities to drivers and guides
Any meals or beverages not listed above
Hotel incidentals including room service and mini bar
Any visas if required
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include: inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than960 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Enjoy a fascinating exploration of Singapore with a sightseeing trip on the Singapore River, admiring landmarks such as the Esplanade, Marina Bay Sands and the symbolic Merlion statue. Discover Chinatown and take walk through several districts teeming with landmarks of Singapore's colonial past. Tour Gardens by the Bay, a sprawling waterfront garden and nature park and close your experience with a memorable dinner at the 1930’s style Grand Shanghai restaurant.
NOTE: Please advise the Destination Team via Reservations or Guest Services in advance of your travel of any seafood allergies or dietary restrictions. Once in Singapore changes to the dinner menu on Day 3 may not be possible.
DAY 1
After disembarking the ship, you will be met by your guide at the pier for an introductory tour to discover the multi religion and culture of Singapore.
Begin with an exploration of Waterloo Street where you will find several well-known landmarks, including the Kwan Imm Thong Hood Cho Temple, Maghain Aboth Synagogue, Sculpture Square, and Sri Krishnan Temple. The Maghain Aboth Synagogue is the oldest synagogue in Singapore and was built by the local Jewish community in 1878. Here you will experience how the locals adapt to each other’s culture and religion.
Next take a walk along Albert Street which was originally lined with two-story shop houses, and was famous for its Chinese restaurants, bars, medicine shops and food stalls. You can still see some of the old traditional retail shops within this area.
You will also see the business district that is responsible for the nation's fiscal security and drive through the historic Padang or colonial area. Have your camera ready as architecture and foliage combine to create the perfect backdrop for you to capture the landmarks of Singapore's colonial past.
Continue with a visit to Chinatown where you will walk through its alleyways and visit the Chinatown Heritage Centre. Housed within 3 traditional shop houses, each level of the Heritage Centre takes you to a different period in the history of Chinatown, and allows you to trace the lives of its early occupants. The hard life of the migrants resulted in many of them seeking solace in the four evils: opium smoking, prostitution, gambling and secret societies.
For lunch the group will dine at a local Chinese seafood restaurant – perhaps you will try the famous Singapore Chili Crab!
After lunch board a colourful riverboat and enjoy a 30-minute ride down the Singapore River. In Raffles’ days, the riverboats carried goods. Today, they are a popular way to experience a kaleidoscope of historic river and harbor images, including the “godown” warehouses, the shophouses, the six bridges built by the British and the gracious buildings of the old waterfront set against the towering skyline of the new business district.
The day wraps up with a visit to Arab Street, the old center of the Malay community. Today, Arab Street is abundant with glittery and lavish fashion items that include the finest lace, sparkling semi-precious stones, ostrich feathers, iron-on diamantes, gold thread, wholesales bales of silk and organza with dazzling rainbow hues and intensities. Traditional rattan is also sold in little India’s street shops, and the beautiful gold-domed Sultan Mosque is located here.
After this comprehensive and enlightening tour of the city, you will return to your hotel to enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at your own leisure or you may choose to stay in the city and make your own way back to your hotel. Dinner is on your own today.
DAY 2
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then the remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the sights and sounds of Singapore at your own pace.
Fairmont Singapore is ideally situated at the crossroads of Singapore's business, cultural, entertainment and shopping districts, with the City Hall Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) train station and other major transportation nodes at its doorstep.
Something worth trying and within a 20-minute walk is the Singapore Flyer - Asia’s largest giant observation wheel. Standing at a stunning 165m from the ground, the Flyer offers you breathtaking, panoramic views of the Marina Bay and beyond. There’s also a range of shops, restaurants and facilities nearby. A variety of packages can be purchased in advance for the Flyer.
Your hotel Concierge will be happy to assist with any independent sightseeing questions you may have.
Lunch and dinner are on your own today.
DAY 3
After breakfast at your hotel you will be met by your guide for your tour to “Gardens by the Bay”. These Gardens capture the essence of Singapore as the premier tropical Garden City with the perfect environment in which to love and work – making Singapore a leading global city of the 21st century.
Underlying the concept of Gardens by the Bay are the principles of environmental sustainability. Comprising two glass biomes, the Conservatories replicate the cool-dry climate of the Mediterranean and semi-arid sub-tropical regions and the cool-moist climate of the Tropical Montane region. They house a diverse collection of plants that are not commonly seen in this part of the world and are of high conservation value. The conservatories are a statement in sustainable engineering and apply a suite of cutting-edge technologies for energy-efficient solutions in cooling.
Visit the Cloud Forest, a mysterious world veiled in mist. A 35-metre tall mountain covered in lush vegetation shrouding the world’s tallest indoor waterfall showcases plant life from tropical highlands up to 2,000-meters above sea level.
Next, step into the Flower Dome and you will marvel in awe of nature as well as the spectacular and innovative designs. The Flower Dome replicates the cool-dry climate of Mediterranean regions.
You may wish to stroll along the Skyway and take in a view of the Gardens from above. (there is a separate fee to walk along the Skyway)
Truly a spectacular and colorful national icon, Gardens by the Bay will capture the imagination of everyone who visits.
Next, visit the top of the iconic Marina Bay Sands Hotel – SkyPark Observation Deck. At 57 stories above ground you will have a bird’s eye view of the stunning Marina Bay, Singapore’s world class city-scape, the architectural wonders of Supertree Grove and the bustling shipping lanes that have built Singapore’s rich history and economy.
After this tour, you will return to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Lunch is on your own.
In the evening you will meet with your guide once again and transfer to the Grand Shanghai for a dinner that is sure to be a feast for the senses.
In the midst of a contemporary "East meets West" interior setting, Grand Shanghai invites you to immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere with Iconic art-deco motifs, elegant chandeliers and modern oriental designs.
Following dinner, you will be returned to your hotel.
NOTE: Please advise the Destination Team via Reservations or Guest Services in advance of any seafood allergies
DAY 4
After breakfast you will check out and transfer to the Singapore Airport for your flight home based on the flight details provided. For guests with late flights, luggage can be stored at the hotel until your transfer time.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program
Day 1
8:30am Disembark the ship and collect your luggage
9:30am Meet you guide at the pier
9:45am Arrive at Waterloo Street, stop at the famous Synagogue, walk and stop at the famous Chinese Kwan Imm Temple and Sri Krishnan Temple
10:10am Take a walk at Albert Street - see local vendors and a wet market
10:30am Depart from Albert Street to drive through the colonial district
10:45am Stop at Merlion Park
11:15am Depart from Merlion Park and drive to Chinatown
11:30am Drive through Chinatown and arrive at the Chinatown Heritage Center
12:00pm Visit the Heritage Center
12:50pm Depart for lunch
1:10pm Arrive at a local restaurant for lunch
2:15pm Depart for a boat Ride
2:30pm Boat Ride
3:10pm Disembark and transfer to Arab Street
3:30pm Arrive at Arab Street
3:50pm Depart from Arab Street and return back to your hotel
4:15pm Approximate arrival back at your hotel
Remainder of the day is at your leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Fairmont Singapore or similar hotel
DAY 2
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel
The day is at leisure
Lunch and dinner are on own
Overnight at the Fairmont Singapore or similar hotel
DAY 3
From 7:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
9:15am Transfer to Gardens By the Bay
9:30am Arrive at the Gardens By the Bay and tour
11:00am Depart from Gardens By the Bay and transfer to Marina Bay Sands
11:30am Arrive at Marina Bay Sands
11:45am Enjoy the view
12:30pm Depart from Marina Bay Sands back to your hotel
1:00pm Arrive at your hotel
Lunch and afternoon at leisure
5:00pm Pick-up from the hotel lobby
5:15pm Transfer to Grand Shanghai for dinner
5:30pm Arrive
6:00pm Dinner
8:00pm Return to your hotel
Overnight at the Fairmont Singapore or similar hotel
DAY4
From 7:00am Breakfast at hotel
12:00pm Check out time at the hotel
Transfer to the Singapore Changi Airport based on the flight details provided.
Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with late flights.
Extra Nights: If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather:
Singapore is known for its hot and humid weather, with little variation throughout the year. The average daytime temperature is 31ºC (88ºF), dropping to around 24ºC (75ºF) in the evenings. The monsoon season can bear down pretty heavily on our tropical weather from November onwards, so be prepared for rain on a daily basis during this period.
What to Bring:
When packing, keep in mind that you will be in the tropics. Light, cool, and casual clothing is recommended all year round. For more formal occasions, men should wear jackets, ties, or long-sleeved batik shirts whereas women should wear dresses.
Local Currency:
The currency used in Singapore is the Singapore dollar (S$). Money changing services can be found not only at the Singapore Changi Airport but also at most shopping centers and hotels around the island. You can also access the automated teller machines (ATMs) located everywhere (even in the most obscure bits) in Singapore, that accept most of the main credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
Electricity
Singapore's electricity voltage is 220-240V with ac, 50 cycles per second. Generally, the electricity outlets are three-pronged - two parallel flat pins with a ground outlet. You may purchase adaptors in any of the hardware stores or rent one from the hotel. We recommend travelling with your own international adaptor should you have electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
Visitors must have a valid passport or internationally recognized travel document valid for minimum 6 months beyond the date of entry into Singapore.
Hotel Address:
Fairmont Singapore
80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189560
Phone: +65 6339 7777
*We will only substitute the hotel in unforeseen situations. If the hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used.
Program Includes for guests
3 nights at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including breakfast – Fairmont Room
1 Lunch
1 set dinner at Grand Shanghai including transfers and guide
1 Full Day tour with English speaking guide
1 Half Day tour with English speaking guide
Transfers
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
Gratuities to drivers and guides
Any meals or beverages not listed above
Hotel incidentals including room service and mini bar
Any visas if required
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include: inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Enjoy a fascinating exploration of Singapore, admiring landmarks such as the Esplanade, Marina Bay Sands and the symbolic Merlion statue. Discover Chinatown and take a walk through several districts teeming with landmarks of Singapore's colonial past. Tour Gardens by the Bay, a sprawling waterfront garden and nature park and enjoy the famous Singapore Sling from the Long Bar at Raffles Hotel.
NOTE: Please advise the Destination Team via Reservations or Guest Services in advance of your travel of any seafood allergies or dietary restrictions. Once in Singapore changes to the lunch menu on Day 1 may not be possible.
DAY 1
Disembark the ship in Singapore, meet your guide and set out for an introductory tour to discover the multi religion and culture of Singapore.
Begin with an exploration of Waterloo Street where you will find several well-known landmarks, including the Kwan Imm Thong Hood Cho Temple, Maghain Aboth Synagogue, Sculpture Square, and Sri Krishnan Temple. The Maghain Aboth Synagogue is the oldest synagogue in Singapore and was built by the local Jewish community in 1878. Here you will experience how the locals adapt to each other’s culture and religion.
Next take a walk along Albert Street which was originally lined with two-story shop houses, and was famous for its Chinese restaurants, bars, medicine shops and food stalls. You can still see some of the old traditional retail shops within this area.
You will also see the business district that is responsible for the nation's fiscal security and drive through the historic Padang or colonial area. Have your camera ready as architecture and foliage combine to create the perfect backdrop for you to capture the landmarks of Singapore's colonial past.
Continue with a visit to Chinatown where you will walk through its alleyways and visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum whose richly designed interiors and comprehensive exhibits on Buddhist art and history tell stories of culture over thousands of years old.
Built in 2007, the temple gets its name from what the Buddhists regard as the left canine tooth of Buddha, which has been recovered from his funeral pyre in Kushinagar, India and displayed on the temple’s grounds.
For lunch the group will dine at a local Chinese seafood restaurant – perhaps you will try the famous Singapore Chili Crab!
After lunch make a visit to Arab Street, the old center of the Malay community. Today, Arab Street is abundant with glittery and lavish fashion items that include the finest lace, sparkling semi-precious stones, ostrich feathers, iron-on diamantes, gold thread, wholesales bales of silk and organza with dazzling rainbow hues and intensities. Traditional rattan is also sold in little India’s street shops, and the beautiful gold-domed Sultan Mosque is located here.
Finally, pay a visit to the famous Raffles Hotel Singapore, where the Raffles Long Bar is the birthplace of the city's most famous cocktail, the Singapore Sling. Any visitor to Singapore should try this cocktail with a handful of peanuts. You will have some free time to have some photo taking at the hotel before your transfer back to your hotel.
Dinner is on your own today.
DAY 2
After breakfast at your hotel, you will be met by your guide for your tour to “Gardens by the Bay”. These Gardens capture the essence of Singapore as the premier tropical Garden City with the perfect environment in which to love and work – making Singapore a leading global city of the 21st century.
Underlying the concept of Gardens by the Bay are the principles of environmental sustainability. Comprising two glass biomes, the Conservatories replicate the cool-dry climate of the Mediterranean and semi-arid sub-tropical regions and the cool-moist climate of the Tropical Montane region. They house a diverse collection of plants that are not commonly seen in this part of the world and are of high conservation value. The conservatories are a statement in sustainable engineering and apply a suite of cutting-edge technologies for energy-efficient solutions in cooling.
Visit the Cloud Forest, a mysterious world veiled in mist. A 35-metre tall mountain covered in lush vegetation shrouding the world’s tallest indoor waterfall showcases plant life from tropical highlands up to 2,000-meters above sea level.
Next, step into the Flower Dome and you will marvel in awe of nature as well as the spectacular and innovative designs. The Flower Dome replicates the cool-dry climate of Mediterranean regions.
You may wish to stroll along the Skyway and take in a view of the Gardens from above. (there is a separate fee to walk along the Skyway)
Truly a spectacular and colorful national icon, Gardens by the Bay will capture the imagination of everyone who visits.
Next, visit the top of the iconic Marina Bay Sands Hotel – SkyPark Observation Deck. At 57 stories above ground, you will have a bird’s eye view of the stunning Marina Bay, Singapore’s world class city-scape, the architectural wonders of Supertree Grove and the bustling shipping lanes that have built Singapore’s rich history and economy.
After this tour, you will return to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
DAY 3
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then the remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the sights and sounds of Singapore at your own pace.
Something worth trying and within a 20-minute walk (10 min drive) is the Singapore Flyer - Asia’s largest giant observation wheel. Standing at a stunning 165m from the ground, the Flyer offers you breathtaking, panoramic views of the Marina Bay and beyond. There’s also a range of shops, restaurants and facilities nearby. A variety of packages can be purchased in advance for the Flyer.
Your hotel Concierge will be happy to assist with any independent sightseeing questions you may have.
Lunch and dinner are on your own today.
DAY 4
After breakfast you will check out and transfer to the Singapore Airport for your flight home based on the flight details provided. For guests with late flights, luggage can be stored at the hotel until your transfer time.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program
Day 1
9:00am Disembark the ship in Singapore and meet your guide
9:45am Arrive at Waterloo Street, stop at the famous Synagogue, walk along the street where you will stop at the famous Chinese Kwan Imm temple and Sri Krishnan Temple
10:10am Take a walk at Albert Street
10:30am Depart from Albert Street to drive through the colonial district
10:45am Stop at Merlion Park
11:15am Depart from Merlion Park to Chinatown
11:30am Drive through Chinatown and arrive at Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum
11:50am Visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum
12:30pm Depart for lunch
12:45pm Chinese Seafood Lunch with Chilli Crab
2:00pm Depart for Arab Street
2:20pm Arrive at Arab Street and visit
3:15pm Transfer to Raffles Hotel
3:30pm Arrive at Raffles Hotel for Singapore Sling
4:30pm Depart Raffles Hotel
5:00pm Return to your hotel
Evening at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Fullerton or similar hotel
Day 2:
7:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
9:30am Depart for Gardens by the Bay
9:45am Arrive at Gardens by the Bay
Stroll with the guide to the Flower Dome and the Cloud Forest
11:45am Depart for Marina Bay Sands
12:00pm Arrive at Marina Bay Sands and proceed to the Rooftop Bar for photos
1:00pm Depart Marina Bay Sands
1:30pm Arrive back at your hotel
Evening at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Fullerton or similar hotel
DAY 3
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel
The day is at leisure
Lunch and dinner are on own
Overnight at the Fullerton or similar hotel
DAY4
From 7:00am Breakfast at hotel
12:00pm Check out time at the hotel
Transfer to the Singapore Changi Airport based on the flight details provided
Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with late flights
Extra Nights:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather:
Singapore is known for its hot and humid weather, with little variation throughout the year. The average daytime temperature is 31ºC (88ºF), dropping to around 24ºC (75ºF) in the evenings. The monsoon season can bear down pretty heavily on our tropical weather from November onwards, so be prepared for rain on a daily basis during this period.
What to Bring:
When packing, keep in mind that you will be in the tropics. Light, cool, and casual clothing is recommended all year round. For more formal occasions, men should wear jackets, ties, or long-sleeved batik shirts whereas women should wear dresses.
Local Currency:
The currency used in Singapore is the Singapore dollar (S$). Money changing services can be found not only at the Singapore Changi Airport but also at most shopping centers and hotels around the island. You can also access the automated teller machines (ATMs) located everywhere (even in the most obscure bits) in Singapore, that accept most of the main credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
Electricity
Singapore's electricity voltage is 220-240V with ac, 50 cycles per second. Generally, the electricity outlets are three-pronged - two parallel flat pins with a ground outlet. You may purchase adaptors in any of the hardware stores or rent one from the hotel. We recommend travelling with your own international adaptor should you have electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
Visitors must have a valid passport valid for minimum 6 months beyond the date of entry into Singapore.
Hotel Address:
Fullerton Hotel
1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178
*We will only substitute the hotel in unforeseen situations. If the hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used.
Program Includes for guests
3 nights at the Fullerton Hotel Singapore including breakfast- standard double room
1 lunch
1 Full Day tour with English speaking guide
1 Half Day tour with English speaking guide
Transfers
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
Gratuities to drivers and guides
Any meals or beverages not listed above
Hotel incidentals including room service and mini bar
Any visas if required
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include: inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Just outside Cambodia’s Siem Reap, a unique and thrilling adventure awaits you in the jungles of Angkor, where you can uncover the rich history and grand architecture of the Khmer Empire. Obscured by dense vegetation for centuries, the glorious temples of Angkor comprise one of the world’s largest religious monuments. The most famous is the enormous Angkor Wat, whose soaring walls are covered with intricate carvings. You will also pass through the imposing gates of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire, to explore the renowned Bayon Temple.
Please note:
-There is extensive walking over uneven ground at the temple sites - at times up to 2 km, with steps at Bayon and Angkor Wat. This tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulty or if confined to a wheelchair. It can also be very hot and humid there.
-Cambodian visa fee is included in the tour and will be applied upon arrival at Siem Reap Airport
-Flight schedules are subject to change thus the tour sequence may vary
-Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
All travelers (Tourists, Expats and Cambodians) are now required to submit a Cambodia e-Arrival Card within 7 days before their arrival via a mobile app or at https://arrival.gov.kh/
DAY 1
After flying into the Singapore International Airport, you will be met outside of Customs and transferred to your hotel. Check in is at 3:00pm, and while every effort will be made to have rooms available earlier, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early arrival time you may wish to book an extra night so that a room is ready upon your arrival.
You will spend the remainder of the day settling in and enjoying the amenities at your hotel or the sites of the city. Meals are on your own today.
DAY 2
Following check out you will transfer to the Singapore International Airport. Upon arrival, proceed through check-in for your flight to Siem Reap. You will be accompanied on the flight by a representative from our local ground agency.
On arrival in Siem Reap you will be met and assisted with obtaining your Cambodian Entry Visa. You will then proceed to the Angkor Site to collect your temple passes which are required for touring. Once this has been issued, board your coach for the transfer to your hotel for check-in and lunch on your own.
NOTE: Your passport will be kept by our program operations team in order to process the visa on arrival and for exit procedures on departure day. Your passport will be safely returned to you on Day 4.
Later in the day, venture to the Angkor Wat Temple Complex – the highlight of this program. You will have approximately 2 hours to explore its archaeological treasures with your guide before returning to your hotel.
Your guide will point out the best spots for taking photos of this massive temple complex as you walk amidst the moss-peppered cobbled pathways, gaze up at the intricately carved tower tops and perhaps climb the steep and narrow temple steps that lead to wide courtyards. Lose yourself in contemplation as you catch the rays of the sun dancing off the bas relief carvings at sunset, the chatter of monkeys reverberating off the temple walls.
Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure and dinner on your own.
DAY 3
Following breakfast, you will venture to the city of Angkor Thom including the renowned Bayon Temple built in the 12th Century, the Terrace of the Leper King and the Elephant Terrace, a sandstone wall covered with carved hunting scenes and three-headed elephants.
Continue to visit the un-restored temple of Ta Prohm which is famous for its forest atmosphere and enormous fig trees. This temple looks just as it did when the first European explorer arrived. It is also the location of many of the scenes filmed for Angelina Jolie’s huge blockbuster movie, Tomb Raider.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant and after lunch visit Artisans d’Angkor, a school for underprivileged youth where they are taught the ancient crafts of wood and stone carving, creating lacquer ware, painting and silk weaving. Stroll through the school to watch young Cambodian artisans learning a trade and continuing age-old traditions. Many of the students’ crafts are offered for sale in the school store, ranging from beautiful silks and stunning lacquer ware to elegant stone and wood carvings. All the proceeds go towards the running of the school.
Continue to look around The Old Market (Phsar Chas) - the most popular with tourists and visitors, offering the greatest selection of souvenirs, textiles, handicrafts, statues, and curios of any of the traditional markets.
Back at the hotel, enjoy dinner and an Apsara cultural show
Overnight at the Borei Angkor Resort or similar hotel
DAY 4
Dependent on flight departure times from Siem Reap, enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out and settling any incidental charges that you may have incurred. Then transfer from your hotel to Siem Reap Airport for the flight back to Singapore.
Upon arrival you will be met and assisted on to your transfer from the airport to the ship for embarkation. Any excess luggage left in Singapore will be taken directly to the ship where you will be re-united with it once on board.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Arrive at the Singapore International Airport
You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure and meals are on your own
Check in at the hotel is from 3:00pm. Rooms may not be ready before this time.
Overnight at the Park Royal Marina Bay or similar hotel
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
*Timings and order of tours is subject to change based on flight details once ticketed approximately 60 days before sailing
5:00am Breakfast box provided by the hotel
5:30am Check out and transfer to the Singapore International Airport
6:40am Check in for your flight to Siem Reap
8:40am Depart Singapore for Siem Reap (flight details TBA and subject to change) – direct flights not guaranteed
11:55am Arrive in Siem Reap
Passports are collected. Process on-arrival visa in Siem Reap
12:45pm Transfer from Siem Reap Airport to the Angkor site office to collect temple passes
1:10pm Collect Temple Passes
1:25pm Transfer to your hotel for check-in and lunch on own
2:30pm Drive from your hotel to Angkor Wat complex and visit
5:30pm Drive back to the hotel
6:00pm Arrive at the hotel where the remainder of the evening is at your leisure with dinner on own
Overnight at the Borei Angkor Resort and Spa or similar hotel
DAY 3
From 7am Breakfast at hotel
8:00am Depart hotel for the Angkor Thom Complex
8:30am Visit Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Terrace of the Leper King and the Elephant Terrace as well as Ta Phrom
12:00pm Transfer to a local restaurant for lunch
12:15pm Lunch
1:45pm Transfer to Artisan’s D’Angkor
2:00pm Visit Artisan’s D’Angkor
2:45pm Continue to the Old Market and visit
3:30pm Return to the hotel
Afternoon at leisure
6:30pm Dinner and cultural show at your hotel
Overnight at the Borei Angkor Resort and Spa or similar hotel
DAY 4
*Timings are subject to change based on flight details once ticketed approximately 60 days before sailing.
From 6:30am Breakfast at hotel and check out
7:45am Check out
8:00am Transfer from your hotel to Siem Reap Airport. Passports are returned to you
8:40am Check in for your flight
10:40am Fly from Siem Reap for Singapore (flight details TBA and subject to change) – direct flights not guaranteed
2:15pm Arrive in Singapore, proceed through Singapore Immigration
3:15pm Transfer to the port for embarkation
4:00pm Approximate arrival at the port
Expected Weather:
Hot and Dry. The average mid-day temperatures can hover to upper 30s C (85-90 F), especially in inland areas like Siem Reap. It is less breezy at this time of year. The sun can be quite intense and the air becomes hazier with the rising humidity. Though sometimes quite hot, the lack of rain still leaves this good time of year to visit the temples.
What to Bring:
On this tour the key words are comfortable and casual. Remember we are visiting a foreign country and local dress codes should be observed.
*Please avoid uncovered shoulders, shorts or revealing clothing.
*Full length trousers or pants and/or skirts covering the knees are required to be worn when visiting Angkor Wat
Although dinners are not formal, you may want to bring something a bit dressier for that time of day.
Bring a hat or a head covering for sun protection and don’t forget your sunscreen, sunglasses and bug spray (you should have mosquito repellent for sunrise and sunset hours). It’s also a good idea to bring along a small packet of tissues or wet wipes. It is also suggested that guests wear flat comfortable walking shoes (not sandals or open toed shoes / flip flops). Guest are requested to take-off their foot wear and hats when visiting religious sites.
Currency:
Guests are encouraged to bring US Dollars with them as they are most commonly accepted in Cambodia. The local currency is the Cambodian Riel. You should take smaller denominations of US Dollars with you, as they will keep you from ending up with a lot of local change that you will not be able to re-exchange back home.
Electricity:
Rooms are equipped with 220-volt, two-pin US style electrical outlets. We recommend travelling with your own adaptor kits should you have electronic devices.
Water: Avoid tap water and drinks with ice in them. Drink mineral water and drinks in sealed containers. Water at the hotels in both Singapore and Siem Reap is potable.
Luggage:
For a program of this length and nature, we suggest no more than one suitcase per person.
Luggage Weight Restrictions: 20kg (44lbs) - Light luggage would be most suited for this 3-night trip. Please note that the airlines allow a maximum of 1 checked suitcase (20 kg or 44lbs) and one small carry on. Any additional pieces will be in excess and fees will be paid to the airline at the guests’ expense. If you wish you can store excess luggage in Singapore at the hotel. It will be sent to the ship on Day 4. Please ensure that all excess bags are tagged properly and visibly with your full name and suite number on the ship. Pack accordingly as excess bags will be collected before you leave Singapore and you will be re-united with your luggage on day 4 on board the ship. Note that Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the hotel, nor our local ground operator are liable for any lost or missing items. We do not recommend leaving valuables behind or in checked luggage. You should keep any valuables with you in your carry-on hand bag.
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documentation:
Guests must carry a valid passport with at least 6 months validity and have spare pages for the Cambodian Visa. Visas will be issued on arrival in Siem Reap.
All travelers (Tourists, Expats and Cambodians) are now required to submit a Cambodia e-Arrival Card within 7 days before their arrival via a mobile app or at https://arrival.gov.kh/
Guests are required to submit an electronic Singapore Arrival Card within three days prior to arrival into Singapore. They are not permitted any earlier. Please follow instructions on this website https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/sgarrivalcard/ or through the official “MyICA” mobile application. Submissions are free of charge.
VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.
Accommodations:
Singapore – Park Royal Marina Bay
6 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039594
Phone: +65 6845 1000
Siem Reap –Borei Angkor Resort and Spa or similar hotel
National Road 6, Banteay Chas, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Phone: +855 63 963 900
*We will only substitute hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are substituted, they will be of equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified accordingly ahead of time of any changes. If guests are not notified of any changes in advance of travel, then the hotels listed will be used.
Program Includes for guests
•2 x overnight in Siem Reap at the Borei Angkor Hotel or similar (Landmark Room)
•1 x overnight in Singapore at the Park Royal Marina Bay or similar (Urban Deluxe Room)
•3 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner including a cultural show
•Transfers
•Cambodia on arrival Visa
•Touring in Siem Riep in air-conditioned coaches or coaster busses
•All entrance fees required for touring in Siem Reap including a two day all access Temple Pass
•Local English-speaking guides in Singapore and in Siem Reap
•Bottled water and cold towels on the coaches when touring
•Economy class flights between Singapore and Siem Reap – direct flights not guaranteed
•Excess luggage storage in Singapore
•Hospitality desk at both hotels for groups of 15 or more
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Personal expenses such as telephone calls and laundry
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service
•Gratuities for drivers & guides
•Any touring, meals and beverages not mentioned in the above itinerary
•Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Enjoy a fascinating exploration of Singapore with a sightseeing trip on the Singapore River, admiring landmarks such as the Esplanade, Marina Bay Sands and the symbolic Merlion statue. Discover Chinatown and take walk through several districts teeming with landmarks of Singapore's colonial past. Tour Gardens by the Bay, a sprawling waterfront garden and nature park and close your experience with a memorable dinner at the 1930’s style Grand Shanghai restaurant.
NOTE: Please advise the Destination Team via Reservations or Guest Services in advance of your travel of any seafood allergies or dietary restrictions. Once in Singapore changes to the dinner menu on Day 3 may not be possible.
DAY 1
Upon arriving at the Singapore International Airport, you will be met in the public arrivals area just outside of baggage claim and transferred to your hotel – the Fairmont Singapore or similar hotel.
Check in time is 3:00pm. Rooms may or may not be ready before this time. Guests with early arriving flights may wish to book an extra night to ensure a ready room upon your arrival.
Lunch and dinner are on your own.
DAY 2
After breakfast, you will be met by your guide for an introductory tour to discover the multi religion and culture of Singapore.
Begin with an exploration of Waterloo Street where you will find several well-known landmarks, including the Kwan Imm Thong Hood Cho Temple, Maghain Aboth Synagogue, Sculpture Square, and Sri Krishnan Temple. The Maghain Aboth Synagogue is the oldest synagogue in Singapore and was built by the local Jewish community in 1878. Here you will experience how the locals adapt to each other’s culture and religion.
Next take a walk along Albert Street which was originally lined with two-story shop houses, and was famous for its Chinese restaurants, bars, medicine shops and food stalls. You can still see some of the old traditional retail shops within this area.
You will also see the business district that is responsible for the nation's fiscal security and drive through the historic Padang or colonial area. Have your camera ready as architecture and foliage combine to create the perfect backdrop for you to capture the landmarks of Singapore's colonial past.
Continue with a visit to Chinatown where you will walk through its alleyways and visit the Chinatown Heritage Centre. Housed within 3 traditional shop houses, each level of the Heritage Centre takes you to a different period in the history of Chinatown, and allows you to trace the lives of its early occupants. The hard life of the migrants resulted in many of them seeking solace in the four evils: opium smoking, prostitution, gambling and secret societies.
For lunch the group will dine at a local Chinese seafood restaurant – perhaps you will try the famous Singapore Chili Crab!
After lunch board a colourful riverboat and enjoy a 30-minute ride down the Singapore River. In Raffles’ days, the riverboats carried goods. Today, they are a popular way to experience a kaleidoscope of historic river and harbor images, including the “godown” warehouses, the shophouses, the six bridges built by the British and the gracious buildings of the old waterfront set against the towering skyline of the new business district.
The day wraps up with a visit to Arab Street, the old center of the Malay community. Today, Arab Street is abundant with glittery and lavish fashion items that include the finest lace, sparkling semi-precious stones, ostrich feathers, iron-on diamantes, gold thread, wholesales bales of silk and organza with dazzling rainbow hues and intensities. Traditional rattan is also sold in little India’s street shops, and the beautiful gold-domed Sultan Mosque is located here.
After this comprehensive and enlightening tour of the city, you will return to your hotel to enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at your own leisure or you may choose to stay in the city and make your own way back to your hotel. Dinner is on your own today.
DAY 3
After breakfast at your hotel you will be met by your guide for your tour to “Gardens by the Bay”. These Gardens capture the essence of Singapore as the premier tropical Garden City with the perfect environment in which to love and work – making Singapore a leading global city of the 21st century.
Underlying the concept of Gardens by the Bay are the principles of environmental sustainability. Comprising two glass biomes, the Conservatories replicate the cool-dry climate of the Mediterranean and semi-arid sub-tropical regions and the cool-moist climate of the Tropical Montane region.
They house a diverse collection of plants that are not commonly seen in this part of the world and are of high conservation value. The conservatories are a statement in sustainable engineering and apply a suite of cutting-edge technologies for energy-efficient solutions in cooling.
Visit the Cloud Forest, a mysterious world veiled in mist. A 35-metre tall mountain covered in lush vegetation shrouding the world’s tallest indoor waterfall showcases plant life from tropical highlands up to 2,000-meters above sea level.
Next, step into the Flower Dome and you will marvel in awe of nature as well as the spectacular and innovative designs. The Flower Dome replicates the cool-dry climate of Mediterranean regions.
You may wish to stroll along the Skyway and take in a view of the Gardens from above. (there is a separate fee to walk along the Skyway)
Truly a spectacular and colorful national icon, Gardens by the Bay will capture the imagination of everyone who visits.
Next, visit the top of the iconic Marina Bay Sands Hotel – SkyPark Observation Deck. At 57 stories above ground you will have a bird’s eye view of the stunning Marina Bay, Singapore’s world class city-scape, the architectural wonders of Supertree Grove and the bustling shipping lanes that have built Singapore’s rich history and economy.
After this tour, you will return to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Lunch is on your own.
In the evening you will meet with your guide once again and transfer to the Grand Shanghai for a dinner that is sure to be a feast for the senses.
In the midst of a contemporary "East meets West" interior setting, Grand Shanghai invites you to immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere with Iconic art-deco motifs, elegant chandeliers and modern oriental designs.
Following dinner, you will be returned to your hotel.
NOTE: Please advise the Destination Team via Reservations or Guest Services in advance of any seafood allergies
DAY 4
After breakfast you will check out and transfer to the port for embarkation.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. •Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
Day 1
Arrive at the Singapore Changi International Airport.
You are met and transferred to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.
Check in time is 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early morning arrival, you may choose to book an extra night so that you room is ready upon arrival.
Lunch and dinner are on your own account.
Overnight at the Fairmont Singapore or similar hotel
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
Day 2
From 7:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Meet you guide in the hotel lobby
9:15am Arrive at Waterloo Street, stop at the famous Synagogue, walk and stop at the famous Chinese Kwan Imm Temple and Sri Krishnan Temple
9:40am Take a walk at Albert Street - see local vendors and a wet market
10:00am Depart from Albert Street to drive through the colonial district
10:20am Stop at Merlion Park
10:40am Depart from Merlion Park and drive to Chinatown
10:50am Drive through Chinatown and arrive at the Chinatown Heritage Center
11:00am Visit the Heritage Center
11:40am Depart for lunch
12:00pm Arrive at a local restaurant for lunch
1:15pm Depart for a Boat Ride
1:30pm Boat Ride
1:45pm Disembark and transfer to Arab Street
2:20pm Arrive at Arab Street
3:00pm Depart from Arab Street and return back to your hotel
3:30pm Approximate arrival back at your hotel
Remainder of the day is at your leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Fairmont Singapore or similar hotel
DAY 3
From 7:00am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Meet your guide in the hotel lobby
9:15am Transfer to Gardens By the Bay
9:30am Arrive at the Gardens By the Bay and tour
11:00am Depart from Gardens By the Bay and transfer to Marina Bay Sands
11:30am Arrive at Marina Bay Sands
11:45am Enjoy the view
12:30pm Depart from Marina Bay Sands back to your hotel
1:00pm Arrive at your hotel
Lunch and afternoon at leisure
5:00pm Pick-up from the hotel lobby
5:15pm Transfer to Grand Shanghai for dinner
5:30pm Arrive
6:00pm Dinner
8:00pm Return to your hotel
Overnight at the Fairmont Singapore or similar hotel
DAY4
7:00am Breakfast at hotel
11:00am Meet your guide at the lobby and transfer to pier for embarkation
Expected Weather:
Singapore is known for its hot and humid weather, with little variation throughout the year. The average daytime temperature is 31ºC (88ºF), dropping to around 24ºC (75ºF) in the evenings. The monsoon season can bear down pretty heavily on our tropical weather from November onwards, so be prepared for rain on a daily basis during this period.
What to Bring:
When packing, keep in mind that you will be in the tropics. Light, cool, and casual clothing is recommended all year round. For more formal occasions, men should wear jackets, ties, or long-sleeved batik shirts whereas women should wear dresses.
Local Currency:
The currency used in Singapore is the Singapore dollar (S$). Money changing services can be found not only at the Singapore Changi Airport but also at most shopping centers and hotels around the island. You can also access the automated teller machines (ATMs) located everywhere (even in the most obscure bits) in Singapore, that accept most of the main credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
Electricity
Singapore's electricity voltage is 220-240V with ac, 50 cycles per second. Generally, the electricity outlets are three-pronged - two parallel flat pins with a ground outlet. You may purchase adaptors in any of the hardware stores or rent one from the hotel. We recommend travelling with your own international adaptor should you have electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
Visitors must have a valid passport or internationally recognized travel document valid for minimum 6 months beyond the date of entry into Singapore.
Guests are required to submit an electronic Singapore Arrival Card within three days prior to arrival into Singapore. They are not permitted any earlier. Please follow instructions on this website https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/sgarrivalcard/ or through the official “MyICA” mobile application. Submissions are free of charge.
Hotel Address:
Fairmont Singapore
80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189560
Phone: +65 6339 7777
*We will only substitute the hotel in unforeseen situations. If the hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used.
Program Includes for guests
3 nights at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including breakfast – Fairmont Room
1 Lunch
1 set dinner at Grand Shanghai including transfers and guide
1 Full Day tour with English speaking guide
1 Half Day tour with English speaking guide
Transfers
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
Gratuities to drivers and guides
Any meals or beverages not listed above
Hotel incidentals including room service and mini bar
Any visas if required
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include: inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
