The 10 Best Bus Tours in Singapore, Singapore

January 25, 2022 Brandee Mangan

The Singapore cityscape looks like it was ripped from the pages of a science fiction comic book. If you’re hungry for a true Singapore experience, sample the myriad street foods or take a cultural cooking class. The Botanic Gardens and the Gardens By the Bay offer a slice of horticultural heaven, and the observation deck of the Sands SkyPark makes you feel like you’re high above the clouds. The banks and walkways along the Singapore River bustle with local activity.
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1. Evening Food and Cultural Tour of Joo Chiat

Paya Lebar MRT Station, 30 Paya Lebar Rd, Singapore 409006
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Join this personalized walking tour by a local guide, kept to a small group size of no more than six people. Discover the eastern shores of Singapore via public bus to the first Heritage Town located at Katong and Joo Chiat, where over 800 decorative buildings in the area have been beautifully conserved and restored. Immerse in an evening of unique and colorful Peranakan (Straits Chinese) culture. In between, you'll also be introduced to some of Singaporeans' favorite food haunts. Transport fee and food items are all included for this tour.

Inclusions: Small-group walking tour, Bus fare, Dinner, Beverages, Professional local licensed guide

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

2. Private Customised Shore Excursion in Singapore By Car

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An 4, 6 or 8-hour private customised Singapore city tour by private vehicle starting from your Cruise Terminal. Your tour itinerary will be designed just for you. Combine must see sights like the Singapore Merlion, Chinatown, Marina Bay, Little India, Gardens By The Bay, and Hawker Centre with history, culture, local foodie delights and hidden gems.  Your personal private tour guide will ensure that you see the things that will interest you the most and at a pace that suits you. No one else will join your tour. Transport costs by private vehicle included. Your tour can finish back at your cruise terminal or at the airport or a hotel. 

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Cruise Terminal pick-up and drop off included, Professional guide, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: The costs of drinks / snacks / meals / souvenirs etc are not included and are payable by yourself., Gratuities are not included (recommended), Ride on a bumboat, Singapore Flyer, Gardens By The Bay, Battlebox or any other ticketed attractions

Reviewed By LuvPar

Our guide Daryll was knowledgeable and entertaining and the itinerary for the "Our Grandfathers Story" was well mapped. We discovered old school eating houses (i.e. restaurants) in Chinatown, learned about the cultural history of Singapore, and went for a Chinese tea tasting. I recommend the tour.

3. Authentic Local Neighborhood Tour - Journey across 2 interesting local towns

Yio Chu Kang, 3000 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6 Singapore 569813 Ang Mo Kio Ave 8, Singapore 569813 Oriental Travel and Tours
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Singaporeans originated from different countries and cultures, and this is what gives us our unique identity today. With this tour, we aim to take visitors beyond the city, on a cultural tour of the island. We begin in the local neighborhood of Ang Mo Kio, with a little known hobby that transcended the kampong era: Bird Singing. Brighten your morning with melodious chirps, followed by a visit to the local ‘Hawker Centre’ for coffee like a true local. The local exploration continues with a visit to a wet market and a hawker centre. After visiting the first neighborhood, we will proceed to another neighborhood, "Toa Payoh". Here, we will see the hustle and bustle of a local town centre. We will see an interesting "Tree Shrine" and we will also get to visit a HDB showflat. HDB Flats are public housings where 80% of the local population stays in. At the end of the tour, we can guarantee that all our guests will know everything about Singapore and the lifestyle of the locals.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, Licensed Local Tour Guide

Exclusions: Hotel Pick-Up

Reviewed By ernestdoe69

Fascinating and informative tour! Enjoyed accounts of history of the Occupation and anecdotes of ghostly encounters. The creepy atmosphere was definitely there especially after the rain !

4. Private Customised Singapore Airport Layover Tour By Car

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An 4, 6 or 8-hour private customised Singapore city tour starting and returning at the airport by private vehicle. Your tour itinerary will be designed just for you. Combine must see sights like the Singapore Merlion, Chinatown, Marina Bay, Little India, Gardens By The Bay, and Hawker Centre with history, culture, local foodie delights and hidden gems.  Your personal private tour guide will ensure that you see the things that will interest you the most and at a pace that suits you. No one else will join your tour. Transport costs by private vehicle included. 

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Airport pick-up and drop off included, Professional guide, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: The costs of drinks / snacks / meals / souvenirs etc are not included and are payable by yourself., Gratuities are not included (recommended), Singapore River Cruise, Singapore Flyer and Gardens by The Bay, Battlebox tickets

Reviewed By LuvPar

Our guide Daryll was knowledgeable and entertaining and the itinerary for the "Our Grandfathers Story" was well mapped. We discovered old school eating houses (i.e. restaurants) in Chinatown, learned about the cultural history of Singapore, and went for a Chinese tea tasting. I recommend the tour.

5. Singapore River Safari with Hotel Pick Up

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Inspired by the mighty rivers of the world, the attraction features animals and plantation against a backdrop of history and culture. Name the world's longest rivers in order: which comes first, Egypt's Nile, China's Yangtze, or South America's Amazon... Discover how deep Africa's Congo River runs, and the religious significance of the Ganges in India. Learn about the endangered species of North America's Mississippi, the floating villages of the Mekong in Asia. The Amazon River Quest also gives you an idea of what it's like to cruise along the world's rainforest, while the Flooded Forest takes you deep into the ‘lungs of the earth'. There's certainly no shortage of fun and discovery at the Singapore River Safari! Explore 8 river habitats, from the mighty Mississippi to the majestic Yangtze, and enjoy encounters with river giants and megafish. Stroll through freshwater galleries and enter walk-through exhibits to learn about the fascinating flora and fauna of river habitats.

Inclusions: One day admission ticket to the River Safari, River Safari Cruise, Amazon River Quest, One way transfer from your hotel

Exclusions: Any personal expenses, Transfer back to your hotel

Reviewed By brad12342017

The tour was more than satisfactory visiting the best spots on Sentosa. We really enjoyed the cable car experience which was also included. During the tour, the guide told the history and tour tips (bus number, nearby stop information, etc.) Very well organised and great pricing too

6. Private Tour: Finding Harmony with Feng Shui

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Explore Singapore from a Feng-Shui perspective and learn how it is an integral part in the design and construction at many of the country’s historic and modern landmarks. On this tour, you will learn the importance of fulfilling the belief of giving one’s ancestors a proper final resting place. Drive down bustling Orchard Road, Asia's most famous shopping street, learning about the feng shui related buildings and how they are constructed to ensure prosperity and good fortune. Continue to Shuang Lin Temple, a monastery in Toa Payoh, and see the semi-circular pond with Nine Water Dragon Heads sprouting “Shui” or water to deflect ‘Sha Qi’ or negative energy from the nearby highway. Marina Bay Sands, Singapore's most iconic building and a hub of prosperity, can also be included in this tour! Understand how the structure of this renowned skyscraper is not just aesthetic but also auspicious.

Inclusions: Roundtrip transfers from your central Singapore hotel, Private tour with professional guide specialised in Feng Shui, Bottled water, Entrance Fees

Exclusions: Any food, drinks, snack or purchases of a personal nature.

Reviewed By brad12342017

The tour was more than satisfactory visiting the best spots on Sentosa. We really enjoyed the cable car experience which was also included. During the tour, the guide told the history and tour tips (bus number, nearby stop information, etc.) Very well organised and great pricing too

7. The Battlebox Tour

The Battlebox, 2 Cox Terrace, Singapore 179622 Magnolia Holidays
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Built in the late 1930s, The Battlebox is a former WWII British underground command centre inside Fort Canning Hill at the heart of Singapore City. The British army defended Malaya and Singapore from this legendary hideout in World War II. It was also here that the British made the decision to surrender Singapore to the invading Japanese on 15 February 1942. Today, the Battlebox is a museum that unveils the true causes behind “the worst disaster and largest capitulation in British history”. This tour tells two stories – the fall of Malaya and Singapore in WWII, and how an underground command centre functioned during World War II. Hear both from your professional English speaking guide as he/she leads you through the place that made history during the war.

Inclusions: 1 admission ticket to The Battlebox, Professional English-speaking tour guide

Exclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, Meals and beverages

8. Private Singapore City Highlights Tour By Car - Half Day or Full Day

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Flexible tour designed around your interests. Hotel pick-up. Available day and night. 4 to 8 hours. Available in English & Chinese. Private air-conditioned mini van. Combine must-see sights with local neighbourhoods and hidden gems. See the best of Singapore with content customised around your interests. If you have not been to Singapore before and have no preferences we will give you a comprehensive city tour. We cover the following topics on every tour, how much detail we go into depends on how interested you are in each topic: Colonial History, WW2 History, Politics, Current Affairs, The Day To Day Life Of The Average Singaporean, Housing, Religion, Education, Food, Architecture, Language. Popular locations to include in your tour: Chinatown, Kampong Glam, Arab Street, Little India, Marina Bay, Civic District, Tiong Bahru, Sentosa, Gardens By The Bay, Hawker Centre, Singapore River Cruise, Crazy Rich Asians locations, Chinese Tea Ceremony, Souvineer Markets, Raffles Hotel.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: The costs of drinks / snacks / meals / souvenirs etc are not included and are payable by yourself., Gratuities are not included (recommended), Singapore River Cruise, Singapore Flyer and Gardens by The Bay, Battlebox tickets

Reviewed By LuvPar

Our guide Daryll was knowledgeable and entertaining and the itinerary for the "Our Grandfathers Story" was well mapped. We discovered old school eating houses (i.e. restaurants) in Chinatown, learned about the cultural history of Singapore, and went for a Chinese tea tasting. I recommend the tour.

9. Private Singapore Full Day Round Island Tour with River Cruise

Singapore, Singapore MAM Holidays Singapore
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4.8 based on 5 reviews

Relish into the culture of Singapore on a private 7-hour tour with a professional and friendly guide. Visit several sightseeing attractions, such as the 10001 Light Buddha Temple, Orchid Garden, Arab Quarter and much more. Learn about the historical importance of each attraction from your guide. Enjoy a 45minute cruise along Singapore River with family, friends or on your own.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (Singapore City only), Private Air-conditioned transportation, English Speaking Tour Guide, Sightseeing As per Itinerary, Entrance Fees

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Food and drinks

Reviewed By kerob123li

I like the feeling of staying here , I can relax and my body, the best is the private transfer, I am happy to travel with my family.

10. 4-Hour Singapore Chauffeured City Tour

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Join our private chauffer service for a 4 hour tour of Singapore. We have clean and comfortable cars and all our drivers speak very good English or Chinese. Tell us where you want to go and we will take you there and add in any history or knowledge you would like of the area.

Inclusions: Round-trip private transfer

Exclusions: Gratuities, Ticketing for entries

Reviewed By OzySeniors

Our flight from Australia was delayed by almost 3 hours nevertheless a driver was waiting for us in the arrivals area. We were very thankful for that! The vehicle was Not a Limo as ordered but............. was a replacement vehicle with a driver filling in for our originally booked Driver and Limo. In view of the circumstances it was pretty good.

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