What hits you immediately when you land in Singapore, is that there are no traffic policemen, no beggars, no vendors, no posters, no garbage and no pollution. However, this country has a lot on offer from nature to culture to action. Singapore is one of the three city states in the world along with Vatican and Monaco. The island gets its name from the word Singapura, meaning Lion city in Sanskrit. Sang Nila Utama, a Srivijayan Prince saw a creature he thought was a lion and named this island Singapura. But the truth is, there were no lions ever in Singapore, except now in the zoos. The neighbouring country Malaysia is a different experience with quaint riverside towns, heritage, great cuisine, and amazing wildlife. We have tried to create a small capsule for you combining the heritage of Melacca and natural wonders of Singapore.
Day 1 - Arrival at Singapore: Night Safari
After arriving at the Lion City, later in the evening proceed for the Night Safari. Explore any of the three walking trails on foot, the Fishing Cat Trail, the Leopard Trail or the Forest Giants Trail. Take a tram ride to catch endearing antics of rhinos, elephants, giraffes, tapirs, tigers, and lions, along with a variety of nocturnal beasts.
Day 2 - Sentosa Islands: Cable Car Ride and Water Show
Travel to Sentosa Islands via a scenic Cable Car. Visit the Dolphin Lagoon. At the Underwater World, enjoy a voyage to the bottom of the sea. The tour ends with a visit to Songs of the Sea, Singapore’s multi-sensory extravaganza, to watch a world-class water show comprising dramatic effects, water jets, lasers, bursts of fire and foot-tapping music set in the sea.
Day 3 - Singapore: City Tour
Explore the city by driving around the Civic district, passing by the Padang, Cricket Club, Parliament House, Supreme Court, and the City Hall. Visit Merlion Park and enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay. Visit the Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of the Oldest Buddhist temples. Go to the National Orchid Gardens, located within Singapore Botanic Gardens.
Day 4 - Malacca: A Trip to the Neighbourhood
Travel by road to Malacca – a UNESCO World heritage city, step into the 19th century in the midst of the colonial buildings, cobbled streets and a laid back lifestyle around a river that runs through the town. Enjoy the river cruise and colorful Trishaw ride in the evening. End the day with clothes and souvenir shopping at the quaint Jonker Street before relaxing with a beer at the waterfront. Overnight stay in Malacca.
Day 5 - Malacca-KL: Travel the Streets
Visit the various sights – the superbly maintained Red Square, Stadthuys, the historic St. Paul’s Church, the Malacca Museum Complex and the Famosa Fortress. In the afternoon, drive to KL and meet the exotic birds flying free in the KL Bird Park and bargain-hunt in the famous China Town before hitting the night-life in TREC.
Day 6 - KL and Batu Tour: City and Caves
Visit the China Town, King’s Palace, National Museum, National Monument. Drive through Lake Gardens, Old Railway Station, Merdeka Square, Sultan Abdul Monument building, Petronas Twin Towers and the Chocolate Factory. Experience the natural marvel of Batu caves – a cave temple set in an ancient limestone hill. End the day with some amazing cuisine at the Jalon Alor – barbecued meats, noodles and desserts recognized as some of the best (and cheapest) in the city.
Day 7 - Kuala Selangor: Fireflies and Seafood
Tour a royal burial ground, an ancient fort, and a local fishing village and enjoy a seafood dinner filled with a fresh catch—and float through mangroves. Witness the wonder of thousands of glittering fireflies as the sun seeps down and evening falls.
Day 8 - Departure: Selamat Tinggal
It’s time to catch the flight after an uber exhilarating experience with loads of shopping bags and gleeful faces.
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