Ports,Cabins, Shore Excursions & More
POINTS OF INTEREST
Thian Hock Keng Temple/Chinatown/Sri Mariamman TempleBotanic GardensRaffles HotelOrchard RoadJurong Bird ParkSingapore River Cruise Little India & Sultan MosqueSingapore ZooTOUR OVERVIEW
Departing your ship, you'll board your motorcoach for a scenic ride through the streets of Singapore on your way to one of the highest points in town, Mt. Faber. Here, you'll be able to capture the magnificent panoramic views of the harbor, Sentosa Island and the downtown district. Re-board your motorcoach to explore some of the country's more natural wonders at the Botanical Gardens. The Gardens epitomize the tropical island's luxuriant parks. Spread over 30 acres, it offers a combination of untouched primary forest and specialty gardens, including the National Orchid Garden, the world's largest collection of orchids displayed in their full splendor. It houses over 1,000 species and 2,000 hybrids of orchids. See the "dignitaries" such as Margaret Thatcher, Nelson Mandela, Laura Bush and Princess Diana in the VIP (Very Important Plants) Garden. Board your air-conditioned motorcoach and travel along Orchard Road through the heart of Singapore's shopping and hotel district. Your route, passes the Istana (Presidential Palace), the world-famous Raffles Hotel, Parliament House and Shenton Way - the "Wall Street of Southeast Asia" and into Chinatown. Here you'll find the old streets with shops and temples surrounded by towering modern skyscrapers. Once you arrive, follow your guide to your first stop at the Sri Mariamann Temple. This stunning Hindu temple is the oldest, and perhaps the most active, in the city. Originally built in 1827, it's dedicated to the goddess Sri Mariamman, known to help heal people from disease. You'll get to spend some time exploring the maze of awning-draped shops and market stalls before reboarding your motorcoach and to continue your adventure. Next enjoy a sumptous lunch at a local Chinese restaurant, served family style. Once your lunch is over, you'll make your final stop, Jurong Bird Park. Set in 50 acres of landscaped grounds, the park boasts over 9,000 birds from 600 different species. You'll have plenty of time to explore. The park features a nocturnal birdhouse, the world's largest walk-in open-air aviary, the tallest man-made waterfall, a penguin exhibit and more. Be sure to see the Flamingo Lake and the Pelican Cove, and take in one of the many bird shows that abound. Your day of adventure comes to an end, as you return to your motorcoach for the scenic ride back to your ship.TOUR AT A GLANCE
Botanic GardensJurong Bird Park
Thian Hock Keng Temple/Chinatown/Sri Mariamman Temple
What's included in your cruise
For Select Price customers, transport from the ship to specific drop off points at ports of call for independent sight-seeing is complimentary.
A wide choice of en suite accommodation
Your own personal steward
TV, Radio, Hairdryer, Refrigerator & Safe
Egyptian cotton bed linen, Tea & Coffee making facilities
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in our main restaurants
Meals & Snacks in our food courts, daytime grills and pizzerias
Afternoon tea, Sandwiches, cakes & pastries each day.
Full use of sports court for football, deck tennis, basketball and more
A choice of swimming pools and whirlpool spas
Fully equpped gym-many of which offer ocean views
Sauna and steam rooms
Full access to our supervised age specific children club
Wide range of entertainment and age specific activities offered day and night
Night nursery for under 5's.
Dazzling West End-style shows in the ship's theatres
Comedy and Cabaret
Live Music, piano recitals and tribute bands
Cinema and Film screenings.