SINGAPORE Program sampler - SINGAPORE 4D/3N - Tour East

 
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SINGAPORE Program sampler - SINGAPORE 4D/3N - Tour East
SINGAPORE
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                                                                Program
                                                                sampler

                                                              SINGAPORE
                                                                  4D/3N
                                                                150 guests
                                                             Premier category
SINGAPORE Program sampler - SINGAPORE 4D/3N - Tour East
SINGAPORE 4D/3N - PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Date/Day                  Morning                                      Afternoon                                      Evening
Day 1      Arrive Singapore. Met & Greeted at the exit and coach transfer to hotel (separate         19:00-22:00
           luggage transfer                                                                          Welcome reception dinner. Flower Field
                                                                                                     Hall, Gardens by the Bay
                                                                                                     Standing buffet dinner, open bar-
                                                                                                     entertainment
Day 2      Buffet breakfast @ hotel                     Lunch at Raffles Hotel                       19:00-21:00
                                                                                                     Land at Lazarus Island. Begin a beach BBQ
           09:00-1400                                   17:00-19:00                                  with the “Beach Boys” theme
           Trace the Footsteps of Raffles – sightsee    Board a 3-masted clipper & set sail to the   MC & Music by DJ
           at the Civic District by bumboat & coach     Southern Islands & land at Lazarus Island    Return to hotel at midnight
                                                        Canapes & open bar onboard

Day 3      Buffet breakfast @ hotel                     Lunch at Chinatown                           19:00-23:00
                                                                                                     Gala Dinner –Singapore Night
           09:00-14:00                                  14:00-16:30                                  Chinese banquet with wine                       Overview of
           Heritage Tour – Visit 3 ethnic enclaves      Afternoon –choice of activities:             Cultural entertainment to wow the night       an interesting &
           With Bindi ceremony, Indian dances,          •   Pinnacles @ Duxton –public housing
                                                                                                                                                 luxurious program
           henna painting & Indian tea                  •   Orchid @ Botanic Gardens
                                                        •   Antiques & Carpet shopping                                                           to wow a group of
                                                                                                                                                   120-150 guests
Day 4      Buffet breakfast @ hotel
                                                                                                                                                   seeking cultural
           11:00                                                                                                                                    and culinary
           Check out of hotel and ready for departure transfer to airport                                                                              delights
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DAY #1 –ARRIVAL & WELCOME RECEPTION

Arrival     Guests are met and greeted at the airport by Account Manager and
            transfer to hotel by coach and guide. Rest of day at leisure

1900-2200
1900        Welcome Reception – Theme – “Shanghai 30S” -
            Red/Oriental costume

            Arrive at the scene. Greeted by smiling hostesses in
            Cheongsams with your specially concocted “Shanghai”
            cocktail and a string quartet plays your favourite classics.
            Canapes are served. Luxurious and exclusive setting. Great
            view of the Marina Bay

1930        Drum beats and clash of cymbals, a pair of colourful lions
            dance and greet you. Buffet dinner served by 5 hot stations
            around the room. Music by the resident DJ

2030        Magical Mask Changer or Bian Lian dressed as a Chinese
            lord change masks as he interacts with members around the
            room
                                                                               A perfect setting for
2045        Welcome announcements                                              a standing welcome
2200        End of an enjoyable evening
                                                                               reception with non-
                                                                                 intrusive cultural
                                                                                   entertainment
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DAY #2 –A NOSTALGIC TOUR OF COLONIAL SINGAPORE & SAIL TO THE SOUTHERN ISLANDS
07:00-08:30   Buffet breakfast

09:00-14:00   A 3 Hour journey & trace the footsteps of Raffles
0900          Board a bumboat for a 20-minute leisurely cruise on the Marina Bay, a testament to city
              planning, advance technology and architecture. Like sailors of yester-year, we then
              cruise up-river to Clarke Quay and imagine the coolies and swaylos balanced heavy
              gunny sacks of rice and walked on springy planks, loading and unloading produce to
              sampans to be loaded on ships berthed at Clifford Pier. Next, like Sir Stamford Raffles
              did on 29 January 1819, we land at the Raffles Landing Site and imagine a small Malay
              fishing village that is long gone and rise a vibrant and beautiful city we call Singapore!

              Stroll through the Colonial District, view its neo-Palladian buildings -the General Post
              Office (now the Fullerton Hotel). The former Parliament House (now the Art House); the
              Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall; the Padang, the Singapore Cricket Club, the City Hall
              & Supreme Court Building (now the National Gallery) and St Andrews Cathedral and
              continue to Fort Caning Hill, where, Raffles built his residence which became the
              residence of other Governors. In 1861 a fort was built and during WWII, it was the Far
              East Command Centre. We make a brief visit to the “Battle Box”

1130          We head to the Raffles Hotel a most graceful landmark and an emblem of legendary
              style. Relax and have a drink at the palm court before adjourning for lunch at the            Sightseeing in the
              Raffles                                                                                        Civic District to
1400                                                                                                       revisit the historical
              Return to hotel for a short rest and prepare for an enjoyable sunset cruise                   sights & buildings
                                                                                                            of the colonial era
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DAY #2 –A NOSTALGIC TOUR OF COLONIAL SINGAPORE & SAIL TO THE SOUTHERN ISLANDS

17:30-23:00   Sunset Cruise on a 4-mastered Clipper & party on a beach on a deserted Island
              –an unforgettable cruise & party

17:30         After brief rest, we depart for the ferry terminal, board the beautiful and luxurious 4-
              mastered Clipper, the Royal Albatross (US Registration and built) and set sail into the
              sunset, hostesses serve you canapes and refreshing drinks. Watch the large vessels
              docking and unloading containers at the world’s busiest container port as we head for
              the unpopulated Lazarus Island, one of our 9 islands for our party.

19:00         Upon landing, we head towards the sound of music and decorative lights for your
              party on the beach… DJ blaring his music, hostesses welcome you with a fresh
              coconut drink while the grills BBQ your fresh seafood for dinner. After dinner, dance
              through the night, partake in some trivial games

21:00         We resume our party on board as we head back to the mainland

22:30         Head for your hotel upon arrival at the ferry terminal
              Menu ..
              Caesar Salad & Satay with peanut sauce                                                      Perfect moment for
              Slow grilled shrimps and clams with seasonal vegetables                                        networking &
              AUS Beef Sirloin grilled au juse with potatoes
                                                                                                         interaction onboard a
              Panna Cotta coffee/tea. Beer & wines on cruise and dinner
                                                                                                            well appointed 4-
                                                                                                            masted clipper. It
                                                                                                            ends with a BBQ
                                                                                                          dinner on a deserted
                                                                                                                  island
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DAY #3 – SINGAPORE’S HERITAGE TOUR, INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES & GALA DINNER

09:00-14:00   CULTURAL HERITAGE TOUR WITH CHINESE LUNCH

09:00         After breakfast we depart on a journey to discover Singapore’s rich &
              colourful heritage with visits to our ethnic enclaves. Much of the city
              has changed. Fortunately, remnants of our colourful past remain with
              many of our old traditions. As we stroll through the streets of
              Chinatown, Kampong Glam and Little India, enjoy the harmoniously
              blended and contrasting sights of the old and new.

09:20         •   Discover Kampong Glam's rich history, living traditions, the
                  eateries and trendy shops in this vibrant enclave of the Malays,
                  Arabs & Muslims

10:20         •   Immerse in the colourful sights & sounds and catch the scent of
                  spices & flowers in the air, as you stroll through Little India.

              •   Participate at a casual Indian Bindi Ceremony, watch Indian
                  children’s dance for your pleasure and have a fragrant Indian tea

12:00         •   Journey through time at the Chinese Heritage Centre to browse          Visit our ethnic
                  through the lives of the early immigrants in Chinatown. Watch a          enclaves to
                  demonstration of Chinese Caligraphy and enjoy a wonderful             immerse yourself
                  Chinese lunch at the private China Club and enjoy a view of the        into the colour,
                  city. We return to hotel after lunch
                                                                                            scents and
14:00-16:30   Optional afternoon activities of your choice:                              vibrance of our
              •   Pinnacles @ Duxton –public housing in the city                        different cultures
              •   Orchid Centre @ Botanic Gardens, our only UNESCO heritage
                  site
              •   Antiques & Carpet shopping
              •   Rejuvenation @ a SPA
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DAY #3 –GALA DINNER –SINGAPORE NIGHT

18:30-23:00 Gala Dinner – Singapore Night
            “Celebrations in the Garden City” – a sensory multi cultural
            experience with a 3 course gourmet dinner at the ballroom

18:30       Pre-dinner drinks & savouries at the foyer, music from string quartet
            Dining room door opens and an impressive welcome by a troupe of
            Malay Kompangs (hand drums). Guests are seated and orders
            drinks and a Chinese string orchestra at the stage.

19:00       Dragon dance –Dinner is served
            Drum beats and clash of cymbals bring in a 20m colourful Dragon
            to grace your event. The grand Dragon Dance will wow anyone and
            is performed at special occasions only. It also signals the beginning
            of     dinner. Chinese string orchestra continues on stage
            Contemporary dinner music by DJ

20:20       Achievement Awards or Greetings from the host
20:30       Performance – a 20 min cultural performance – a specially
            choreographed harmonious Malay, Indian & Chinese festive dances
            to celebrate our success in multi-culturalism. After the performance,   Brings you the best
            dancers interact and selfies with guests                                   of our cultural
                                                                                     performances to
20:45       DJ heats takes over the evening with
            dance music. Dinner and drinks continue.
                                                                                        grace your
                                                                                      occasion and a
22:00       A memorable cultural evening ends                                         gourmet dinner
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DAY #4 – DEPARTURES

07:00-09:30       Buffet breakfast @ hotel

                  After breakfast, you will have an opportunity to see photos of your self during your stay and select your choice so that we may
                  forward them to you.

11:00             Check-out and depart for the airport with your guide

                                                                                   A perfect souvenir from
                                                                                   Singapore Mint:
                                                                                   Vanda Miss Joaquim 1oz
                                                                                   999 Fine Silver Medallion

                                                                                                                                                     Bring home a
                                                                                                                                                    souvenir of your
                                                                                                                                                    memorable and
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                      Frame A73 DPF-
                                                                                                                                                    enjoyable stay in
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        Credits: Pictures accessed from The Tourism Information & Services Hub (TIH)
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SINGAPORE
                                                           General Information

                                                                                                    Accessible
A bustling cosmopolitan city that offers a discerning traveler:
                                                                                                    Over 4,000 weekly flights by 83                  General
                                                                                                    international airlines, the award-winning
▪ World-class living environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure and a city in a garden        Changi Airport connects Singapore to
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▪ A friendly and welcoming people rich in contrasting culture, cuisine, the arts and architecture   over 183 cities in 57 countries around the
▪ Exciting festivals & unique events and memorable experiences waiting to be discovered.            world.                                       For additional and
                                                                                                    •   6 hours from most of Asia's cities.      detail information
Come and enjoy countless fascinating experiences, and take away memories that are uniquely          •   3.5 hours from ASEAN capitals.             on Singapore,
Singapore.                                                                                          •   Easy access to the Asia-Pacific
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GENERAL INFORMATION

Climate & Demographics                                                                  Transportation
Singapore has a tropical rainforest climate with no distinctive seasons, uniform        Singapore is one of the easiest cities in the world to get around, as it features a fully
temperature and pressure, high humidity, and abundant rainfall. Temperatures            multi-modal transportation system consisting of taxis, buses and MRT (subway
usually range from 22 to 35 °C (72 to 95 °F). Relative humidity averages around         system). Buses and trains run from 6am to midnight and taxis operate 24-hours daily.
79% in the morning and 73% in the afternoon. April and May are the hottest                                                                                                             Its never off-
months, with the wetter monsoon season from November to January.                        Electricity                                                                                      season in
                                                                                        Singapore's voltage is 220-240AC, 50 Hertz                                                    Singapore but
Population & Languages
While Singapore is diverse, ethnic Asians predominate the nation: 75 percent of
                                                                                        Drinking Water
                                                                                                                                                                                    its good to know
the population is Chinese, with significant minorities of Malays, Indians, and                                                                                                        what to expect
                                                                                        You can drink water straight from the tap according to WHO Standards
Eurasians. There are four official languages—English, Malay, Mandarin, and
Tamil—and the country promotes multiculturalism through a range of official
policies. Singapore celebrates her 50th birthday in year 2015.                          Smoking
                                                                                        Smoking is not encouraged and banned in public transport, theatres, government
                                                                                        offices, cinemas, air-conditioned restaurants, shopping centres and covered areas.
Medical Facilities
Singapore's medical facilities are among the finest in the world, with well-qualified
doctors and dental surgeons. Pharmacies are ready available at supermarkets,            Drug Abuse
department stores, hotels and shopping centres. Registered pharmacists                  Drug abuse is viewed seriously in Singapore. Illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs and
generally work from 0900 hrs to 1800 hrs                                                psychotropic substances is strictly prohibited
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