Singapore is a city state at the lower end of the Malay Peninsula, only around 100 km North of the equator. Today the city is one of the most important ports and trading centres in South East Asia. Singapore has a population of over 3 million, including first and foremost Chinese, Malaysians and Indians. Europeans and other ethnic groups round off the city of many nationalities and four official languages. Visitors will notice the spotlessly clean and well-kept roads and squares; Singapore is also one of the safest cities in the world. Some interesting buildings dating from the colonial era have been placed under preservation order, including several former British administrative buildings and Raffles Hotel, whose guests included many authors. From the southern shore of the Singapore River visitors can take a boat trip around the river and Marina Bay. Sights include: the shopping street Orchard Road, Chinatown, Little India, Singapore River, the Botanic Gardens, the zoo and Fort Canning.

Tips for excursions

Highlights of Singapore

Coach trip through the centre of Singapore with its numerous tourist attractions. Visits to the Sri Mariamman temple, the botanical garden and Chinatown. Photo opportunity at Mount Faber. At the end of the tour participants can either return to the ship or stay in the city to explore at their leisure. They will then have to return to the ship under their own steam.

The taste of Singapore

A coach trip with commentary through Singapore along the Golden Mile, over the Kallang Basin to Geylang, the "Little India" of Singapore. Visits to the Geylang market and the spice gardens. The demonstration of the Indian culinary art, followed by lunch in Indian restaurant. Opportunities for shopping at Geylang market.