The island city-state on the southern tip of Malay Peninsula in Southeast Asia, at present, is one of the world’s most prosperous countries and busiest ports. It is a combination of ultramodern skyscrapers and the ancient Chinese, Malay and Indian traditions in the backdrop of a tropical climate, tasty food, good shopping and a vibrant nightlife. Although densely populated, more than half of Singapore is covered with greenery, considering the 50 major parks and 4 nature reserves — the reason behind its second name, the Garden City. [break]
The center of the city is located in the south — consisting roughly of the Orchard Road shopping area, the Riverside, the new Marina Bay area and also the skyscraper-filled Shenton Way financial district known in Singapore as the Central Business District.
Photo Courtesy: Laser Travels and Tours Private Limited
Singaporean cuisine is diverse and delicious, with bustling hawker centers and coffee shops that are open round the clock. Shoppers can experience paradise in shopping centers like Orchard Road and Suntec City. You can even bungee jump and dance on bar tops all night long. But alcohol is quite pricey and chewing gum can only be bought from a pharmacy for medical use.
Weather
Singapore’s climate
is tropical, mostly hot and humid throughout the year, so weather shouldn’t be a consideration when booking a trip. The most popular time for visitors is June through July and November through December, when Singapore has
school holidays.
Trip essentials
A valid passport or citizenship card is essential while traveling. Singapore’s tropical climate makes it hot and humid all the time. So, light clothes would be perfect. The rainfalls may be quite sudden. So carrying a raincoat or umbrella would not be that bad an idea. Most importantly, visitors should understand that the country has strict rules and laws. One may have to pay heavy fines for bringing prohibited items into the country. For instance, Cigarettes require an expensive duty tax be paid. Similarly, chewing gum, electronic cigarettes, pirated DVDs, and chewing tobacco are also banned.
Trip highlights
Sentosa Island: This recreation theme-park is one of the best places to visit in Singapore. There are various museums, dolphin lagoons, and splendid beaches. Some the other attractions are Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom, Underwater World and Dolphin Lagoon, Fort Siloso, Southernmost Point of Continental Asia and The Flying Trapeze.
Singapore River Cruise: Singapore River provides the visitors with the enlightening insight of Singapore’s past and present. You can see the contrast between the historically old architectural buildings and the amazing modern ones. The cruise is around 4.1 kilometers from its mouth of the river at Anderson Bridge to Kim Seng Bridge. Some of the highlights of the river cruise are Marina Bay, Boat Quay, Robertson Quay and Clarke Quay.
Singapore Zoo: This is based on the open zoo concept. The zoo uses natural barriers for the animals like rock walls, streams, and even separate vegetation according to the species. It is spread in more than 28 hectares of land -internationally reputed for its conservation initiatives and breeding programs.
A glimpse of costs and package details (4 nights/5 days)
Merlion: The Merlion, an imaginary creature which has a head of a lion and a body of a fish, is the landmark and mascot of Singapore. The lion represents Singapore’s original name – Singapura – meaning the lion city. It is located just outside of the Esplanade – a venue for performing art. It is a good place to take photographs both during day time as well as in the night.
Package price is NRs 44,444 per person on twin sharing basis. This does not include the flight fares.**
The package is inclusive of:
* 4 Nights in 3 Star Hotel Accommodation in Singapore with daily breakfast.
* Singapore Half Day City sightseeing tours (group tours/joint tours)
* Morning Sentosa tours includes: Images of Singapore, One way Cable Car Ticket, Butterfly park, Underwater World and Dolphin Lagoon (group tours/joint tours)
* Transfers from Singapore airport to Hotel and Hotel to Singapore airport upon arrival and Departure.
* All government Taxes and service charge.
** Ticket rates begin at Rs 64,000
For further details, contact:
Laser Travels and Tours Private Limited, Kathmandu
Call: 01-5592101
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