Singapore: The Garden City Experience
Known as a ‘City Within a Garden’, Singapore boasts a wealth of verdant gardens and green public spaces. Attend the Singapore Garden Festival, which only occurs every two years. Wander the grounds of Singapore Botanic Gardens, see the National Orchid Garden, and visit the expansive Gardens by the Bay complex. We also explore the Chek Jawa Wetlands, one of Singapore’s richest ecosystems, which lies on the untouched island of Pulau Ubin.
Highlights
- Discover the many creative and varied displays. Garden designers from around the world come to showcase their masterpieces at the event, which is only held once every two years.
- See the 1,000 orchid species and 2,000 hybrids on display while walking through a virgin rainforest.
- Visit the renowned Raffles Hotel for High Tea and admire its lush gardens.
- Explore the vast complex at Gardens by the Bay, which houses over a quarter of a million plants.
- Be escorted by an expert Botanical Guide, who will offer insightful talks on various topics and be available for informal discussions, enriching your travel experience.
- Travel with a small group of 15-25 guests, escorted by an expert Botanical Guide
- Relax aboard a comfortable coach with an experienced and informative Tour Manager
- Explore the National Orchid & Singapore Botanic Gardens, and tour the award-winning Gardens by the Bay complex
- Enjoy High Tea at Raffles Hotel and see the sights of Singapore, including important World War II sites
- Includes seven nights’ accommodation in a centrally located five-star hotel, return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, plus 12 meals and select beverages
- All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Visit Pulau Ubin and view the Chek Jawa Wetlands
- Attend Singapore Garden Festival, visit Singapore Botanic Gardens and enjoy an evening light show at Gardens by the Bay
Your fare excludes:
- Travel Insurance
Day 1 - Singapore
You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. If you have free time today, perhaps visit the National Museum of Singapore, which is close to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at 6.30 pm. There will also be a welcome lecture on Singapore’s ‘City Within a Garden’ plan, presented by a local representative.
Day 2 - Singapore Garden Festival
Discover the many creative and varied displays on show at the renowned Singapore Garden Festival today. Garden designers from around the world come to showcase their masterpieces at the event, which is only held once every two years.
Day 3 - Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay's Urban Farm, and Bumboat Cruise
This morning, you will explore Gardens by the Bay. The 101-hectare complex is situated in the heart of Singapore’s Marina Bay and houses over a quarter of a million rare plants. You will have time to appreciate the many different areas, which include the Flower Dome, the Cloud Forest, and the OCBC Skyway. Enjoy learning about rare plants and the challenges associated with their declining environment. In the afternoon, explore Parkroyal Marina Bay’s Urban Farm at leisure. It produces more than 60 varieties of fruit, vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers. The rooftop operation supplies the hotel in true farm-to-table fashion. This evening, enjoy a bumboat cruise along the river before dining at Clarke Quay.
Day 4 - Botanic Gardens, National Orchid Garden & Raffles Hotel High Tea
Today, enjoy a tour of the Singapore Botanic Gardens and the National Orchid Garden. Wander through virgin rainforest and take in the garden’s collection of 1,000 orchid species and 2,000 hybrids. This afternoon, visit the world-famous Raffles Hotel for High Tea and enjoy the lush gardens surrounding the iconic complex. This evening, we find ourselves mesmerised by the light display at Gardens by the Bay.
Day 5 - Pulau Ubin and Jewel Changi Airport
This morning, visit Pulau Ubin, an island that remains largely untouched by development. The island is home to one of Singapore’s last remaining traditional villages, or kampongs. The Chek Jawa Wetlands, one of the country’s most biodiverse ecosystems, is also found here. After lunch, you have the option to visit Jewel at Changi airport, an incredible glass and steel dome development, open to international travelers and locals alike. Explore the lush green forest of the Shiseido Forest Valley and marvel at the Rain Vortex. Alternatively, visit Changi Museum, where you’ll learn about the lives of the prisoners of war interned here during the Japanese occupation. Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant this evening.
Day 6 - Singapore Sightseeing and Community Garden
Today, we visit a community garden which is part of the ‘Community in Bloom’ project, a nationwide gardening movement aimed at fostering a greater sense of community spirit. Afterwards, visit the Kranji War Memorial before sitting down to an authentic ‘farm-to-table’ lunch. Return to your hotel, where the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.
Day 7 - Fort Canning and Fort Canning Heritage Gallery
Singapore’s first botanic garden awaits us this morning. Fort Canning features nine historical gardens, including the Spice Garden, in which the larger botanic garden had its genesis. Afterwards, we take time at leisure to explore the Fort Canning Heritage Gallery, which offers a rich overview of the 700-year history of the park. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner.
Day 8 - Singapore
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport as our journey reaches its end.
Tour Departs Singapore on 5 July 2026
- from $9,995 per person twin share*
- from $13,595 per person sole use*
Prices may fluctuate by departure date. Call today on 1300 414 198 and speak with one of our local travel team for the price of your preferred travel dates.
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❓ Why is Singapore called the Garden City?
Singapore is famous for integrating lush greenery, parks, and nature reserves throughout the city.
❓ Which gardens will we visit?
Highlights include the spectacular Gardens by the Bay and the historic Singapore Botanic Gardens.
❓ What makes Gardens by the Bay special?
It features futuristic Supertrees, climate-controlled conservatories, and stunning floral displays.
❓ Is Singapore easy to explore?
Yes! The city is compact, clean, and very well connected, making sightseeing simple and enjoyable.
❓ Is this tour suitable for relaxed travellers?
Absolutely – the itinerary allows plenty of time to enjoy gardens, culture, and Singapore’s vibrant neighbourhoods. 🌿🌺
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