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Singapore Early Migrants Tour

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2h - 3h

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About this experience

Embark on a tour to uncover the stories of early Chinese descendants, the Hainanese people, of Chicken Rice and Singapore Sling fame!

Singapore has little enclaves where each of its diverse races hold territory of, and near the City Hall/Bugis area is where you’ll find the Hainanese – best known for their culinary skills and being the creators of the Singapore Chicken Rice and Singapore Sling!

On this tour, you'll get to uncover our heritage and struggles that our early Hainanese settlers faced, as well as indulge on some local Hainanese Chicken Rice

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Singapore Early Migrants Tour

Pickup included

Walking Tour - Early Migrants

Walking Tour Only: Travelers are to meet your guide at Raffles Hotel to begin the tour

What's included

Hainanese Chicken Rice

Detailed itinerary

At the nearby Purvis Street and Liang Seah Street, discover how our Hainanese descndants used
to live in their shophouses. Listen to stories of
yesteryear and walk through the actual streets
where their descentdents still ply their crafts.

Stop 2

Explore the grounds of the famed Raffles Hotel
with it’s rich history and hear how an actual
tiger once roamed its halls. Learn about the
history of the Singapore Sling and the
hainanese man who crafted it.

We'll continue our journey in the area. We'll take a short walk nearby from the hotel to a local restaurant, to enjoy some authentic Hainanese Chicken Rice

What's not included

Gratuities for guide

Available languages

Guide guide

Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point

Your tour guide will be wearing a red shirt with "The Traveller" on the back

About Singapore

Singapore is a vibrant, multicultural city-state known for its futuristic architecture, lush green spaces, and diverse culinary scene. It's a blend of modernity and tradition, offering everything from ultra-chic shopping districts to historic temples and serene nature reserves.

Top Attractions

Gardens by the Bay

A stunning 101-hectare nature park featuring iconic Supertree Grove, Cloud Forest, and Flower Dome.

Nature 3-4 hours Moderate

Marina Bay Sands

A world-famous resort with an infinity pool, luxury shopping, and stunning city views.

Architecture 2-3 hours Expensive

Chinatown

A vibrant district with traditional shophouses, temples, and a bustling street market.

Cultural 2-3 hours Free to explore, budget for food and shopping

Singapore Zoo

One of the world's best zoos, known for its open-concept habitats and night safari.

Nature 4-5 hours Moderate to Expensive

Sentosa Island

A resort island with beaches, theme parks, and luxury hotels.

Entertainment Full day Expensive

Must-Try Local Dishes

Hainanese Chicken Rice

Poached chicken served with fragrant rice cooked in chicken stock, often accompanied by chili sauce and ginger paste.

Lunch/Dinner Contains chicken, gluten, and soy

Chili Crab

A iconic Singapore dish featuring mud crabs stir-fried in a sweet and savory tomato-based chili sauce.

Dinner Contains shellfish, gluten, and soy

Laksa

A spicy noodle soup with a rich, coconut-based curry broth, topped with shrimp, fish cakes, and cockles.

Lunch/Dinner Contains seafood, gluten, and coconut

Satay

Grilled skewers of marinated meat, typically served with a peanut sauce and ketupat (rice cakes).

Snack/Appetizer Contains peanuts, gluten, and soy

Popular Activities

Kayaking Hiking Ziplining Beach lounging Spa treatments Garden strolls Temple visits Museum tours

Best Time to Visit

February to April, and July to September

These periods offer the best weather with less rainfall and plenty of sunshine. It's also when major events and festivals take place.

26-32°C 79-90°F

Practical Information

Language

Official: English, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil
Widely spoken: English, Mandarin, Hokkien, Teochew, Cantonese
English: Widely spoken

Currency

Singapore Dollar (SGD)

Time Zone

GMT+8

Electricity

230VV, 50HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Very safe

Singapore is one of the safest cities in the world, with low crime rates and strict laws. However, petty crimes like pickpocketing can occur in tourist areas.