Singapore - A City Within Nature

You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. If you have free time today, perhaps visit the National Museum of Singapore, which is close to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at 6.30 pm. There will also be a welcome lecture on Singapore’s ‘City Within a Garden’ plan, presented by a local representative.

This morning you will explore Gardens by the Bay. The 101-hectare complex is situated in the heart of Singapore’s Marina Bay and houses over a quarter of a million rare plants. You will have time to appreciate the many different areas, which include the Flower Dome, the Cloud Forest, and the OCBC Skyway. Enjoy learning about rare plants and the challenges associated with their declining environment. In the afternoon, explore Parkroyal Marina Bay’s Urban Farm at leisure. It produces more than 60 varieties of fruit, vegetables, herbs and edible flowers. The rooftop operation supplies the hotel in true farm-to-table fashion. This evening, enjoy a sunset bumboat cruise along the river before dining along Clarke Quay.

Today enjoy a tour of the Singapore Botanic Gardens and the National Orchid Garden. Wander through virgin rainforest and take in the garden’s collection of 1,000 orchid species and 2,000 hybrids. This afternoon, visit the world-famous Raffles Hotel for High Tea and enjoy the lush gardens surrounding the iconic complex. This evening, we find ourselves mesmerised by the light display at Gardens by the Bay.

This morning, visit Pulau Ubin, an island which remains largely untouched by development. The island is home to one of Singapore’s last remaining traditional villages, or kampongs. The Chek Jawa Wetlands, one of the country’s most biodiverse ecosystems, is also found here. Afterwards, we visit Jewel Changi airport, an incredible glass and steel dome development, open to international travellers and locals alike. Explore the lush green oasis of the Shiseido Forest Valley and marvel at the Rain Vortex. Alternatively, you have the option to visit the Changi Museum.

Check out of your hotel today and visit community gardens as part of the ‘Community in Bloom’ project. This nationwide gardening movement is aimed at fostering a greater sense of community spirit and brings together the city’s residents, both young and old. Visit the Kranji War Memorial before sitting down for an authentic ‘farm-to-table’ lunch. This afternoon, absorb the serene setting of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, our tranquil sanctuary for the next two nights. Nestled within the lush Mandai Wildlife Reserve, this eco-luxury retreat offers rooms with sweeping views of a peaceful reservoir, allowing us to unwind and reconnect with nature. As evening falls, indulge in a delightful dinner before venturing out into the wild as part of the immersive Singapore Night Safari. Experience the nocturnal world, while encountering a range of wildlife species up close.

Begin your day with a guided walking tour, uncovering the natural beauty surrounding the resort. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll encounter native wildlife and gain insight into the region’s captivating ecosystem. The afternoon is then yours to enjoy at leisure. You may like to take a stroll along the scenic boardwalk, which curves gradually around the reservoir. Catch a glimpse of birdlife against a backdrop of lush forest and shimmering water. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner, reflecting upon our time in Singapore.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport as our journey reaches its end.