A Brief Guide to Planning Your Maiden Singapore Getaway

Singapore, over the years, has emerged as a tourist hotspot. The sovereign city-state is one of the most visited places in Asia. If you are still looking for reasons to book a Singapore tour package, we will give you not one but many. The island country is a melting pot of different cultures. The influence of these cultures can be clearly seen and experienced in the diverse cuisine. Singapore also has a number of architectural marvels, entertainment parks, and shopping hotspots to keep the wanderer and shopaholic in you interested. Now that we have your attention, let us help you plan your Singapore tour better.



Things to pack on your Singapore Trip

Singapore is located a degree north of the equator. Temperature remains steady throughout the year and varies between 25-31 degree Celsius, however, at 70-80 percent, humidity can be a problem. To ensure humidity doesn’t play a spoilt sport on your Singapore tour, carry sun-smart gear, heavy duty deodorant, and light clothes. If you plan to go swimming, carry swimmers ear medicine to avoid chances of infection. Bringing alcohol and cigarettes into the country is a strict no. To stay hydrated, carry electrolyte drink. If you will be visiting night safaris and zoos, remember to carry pest control products such as mosquito repellant.



A 3-day proposed itinerary  

Day 1

Dedicate the first day of your Singapore trip to exploring the cultural heritage of the Lion City. After breakfast, leave for Kampong Glam, a major heritage site. Next, visit the magnificent Masjid Sultan. Your next stop must be the Malay Heritage Center, a museum that showcases the culture of Malay Singaporeans. Some other places worth visiting are Aliwal Street, Barber Street, and Haji Lane. After having a sumptuous lunch, visit Little India, Mustafa Centre, and Tiong Bahru. After the Sun goes down, walk from Raffles Park to Singapore River and let the calm air soothe your senses. Stop by at the Marina Bay Sands to enjoy the spectacular light and water show.

Day 2    

If you love nature getaways, Singapore has enough in store for you. Start the second day of your Singapore trip by doing the Southern Ridges Walk from Kent Ridge Park to HarbourFront. Cross the Sentosa Boardwalk to enter Sentosa Island. Have a scrumptious lunch at Sentosa Island. After you are replenished, try different rides at Universal Studios. At night, go on a Night Safari Tour, the first of its kind nocturnal zoo in the world.

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Day 3  

Reserve the last day of your trip for exploring the local cuisine, and shopping. If you like collecting signature bags and apparel or your heart beat for branded products, head straight to Orchard Road. If you want to collect souvenirs or unique items, all roads lead to Bugis and Chinatown. After appeasing your inner shopaholic, try the authentic food at Maxwell Hawker Centre or Chinatown Food street.

Conclusion 

Every year millions of wandering souls pack their bags and head to Singapore for a fun-filled holiday. When it comes to exploring places of interest, the vast number of options can overwhelm you, especially if you are a first-time traveler. To avoid confusion and get the most out of your trip, consider booking a tour package. You, like many other travelers, are sure to fall in love with the Lion City and by the time you return, your resolution to return back will get stronger. 

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