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Singapore River Cruise, Night Garden Rhapsody & Spectra by CYT

Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Singapore
Very popular!
5+ bookings in the past 6 hours.
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Denise_M ·
Jun 2026
We had a two day stop over from Melbourne. This was an excellent tour to see the ‘touristy’ things with an excellent tour guide Jingle whose knowledge of the city was very informative. Really enjoyed the River Cruise. Whilst we were picked up from the hotel we had the option of being dropped off at the food market. There we had dinner on ‘Satay Street. ‘
· Jan_R ·
Jun 2026
Worth every cent and an experience not to be missed! William told us the story of Singapore’s history across the evening and his communication and care for the group was excellent. Most interesting river cruise, fantastic fantasy light show in the gardens and plenty of time for photos. Highly recommend this tour.

Overview

    What's Included

    • Fuel surcharge
    • Parking Fees
    • Admission Fee - Admission fee
    • Bottled water
      Mineral water
    • Local Licensed Tour Guide
    • Pickup/Drop off available in city centre. ONLY APPLICABLE FOR OPTION "WITH PICKUP".
    • Air Conditioned Coach
    • Personal Expenses
    • Dinner

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Pick up and drop off available at all hotels around Singapore CENTRAL CITY AREA ONLY. If you can't find your hotel in the list, please leave a message/email and we will contact you directly. We will contact you by the day of the tour. Please arrive 10 mins earlier at pick up location. During checkout, be sure to select the correct option, “Join In Tour (With Pickup)” if you need hotel pick-up and drop-off.

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    Meeting point

    • Starbucks One Fullerton
      1 Fullerton Rd, #01-04 One Fullerton, Singapore 049213

      Meet 5:30pm at Starbucks One Fullerton. Nearest MRT is Raffles Place Exit H. From the exit, walk straight toward Fullerton Hotel, keep it on your right, follow the walkway to the waterfront, cross the small road, and enter One Fullerton. Starbucks is on the ground floor.

    End points

    This activity ends in a different location. See details below:
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    Operating hours
    .5:30 pm

    Itinerary

    1

    Merlion Park

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    2

    Clarke Quay

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    3

    Singapore River Cruise

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    4

    Gardens by the Bay

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    5

    Garden Rhapsody

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    6

    Marina Bay

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    7

    Spectra - A Light And Water Show

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Food Folks @ Lau Pa Sat (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This tour includes some walking and standing at the show areas. While most guests find it manageable, seating isn’t always available at every stop. If you or someone in your group prefers extra support, just let us know ahead of time, we’re happy to help make the experience comfortable.
    • Participation in any of our tours is at the participant’s own risk. Though we prioritise safety, Chope Your Tour accepts no liability for any injuries, losses, or damages incurred during the activity. We strongly advise getting a comprehensive travel insurance.
    • During checkout, be sure to select the correct option. Either “Join In Tour (With Pickup)” if you need hotel pick-up and drop-off, or “Join In Tour (No Pick Up)” if you’ll meet us at the first stop and this option does not include drop-off as well.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    MaryAnn_A
    Simson was a great tour guide. We learned a lot by doing the river cruise. We learned about the river, it’s history and how it’s being sustained today. I loved the view of the Rhapsody Garden and it’s wonderful musical light show. Thanks for your suggestion Simson to go to Lau Po Sat! Probably should list this tour as a walking tour.

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 1,197 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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    Great tour

    Sally_F, Jul 2026
    Great tour would highly recommend. Our guide William was knowledgeable and kept the tour running to time and was well organised.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! William takes great pride in making sure every guest has an informative and well-timed evening, and we're so glad it showed throughout. Thank you for recommending us, it means the world! We hope the memories of Singapore stay with you for a long time! 😊✨

    This was a great tour. It...

    Lisette_V, Jul 2026
    This was a great tour. It was well organised. Guide was friendly and knowledable. I loved it. thanks.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We're so glad everything came together so well and your guide's warmth and knowledge made the evening so enjoyable. Till your next great experience, safe travels! 😊✨

    Evening in Singapore

    Carol_P, Jul 2026
    A pleasant tour. Tour guide was good and most informative, the bus and driver were good too. The breaks between activities made the tour a little disjointed as they were too short to do anything much. The boat trip would have been better if the potted commentary had been playing correctly and had been a bit clearer.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your review! We're glad our guide and driver made a positive impression on you. The breaks between stops are intentionally built in to allow for toilet breaks, photo taking and light exploration, while ensuring the group arrives on time for the light shows which run on fixed schedules. Regarding the river cruise commentary, the audio system is managed by the boat operator, but we will be sure to pass this feedback on to them. We appreciate your honest feedback! 😊✨

    Best Tour in Singapore

    Richard_G, Jul 2026
    Simson was a great tour guide and we are so fortunate to have had him on our tour. The boat ride was phenomenal, the history between each stop of Singapore was very informative, and the light shows at the end was just the cherry on top!!! Highly recommended!!!

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We love hearing when everything clicks together so beautifully. Simson's rich storytelling between stops, the phenomenal boat ride and the light shows all rounding off such a spectacular evening. Thank you so much for recommending us! We hope the memories of Singapore stay with you for a long time! 😊✨

    Singapore wows!

    sasjacobs, Jul 2026
    Fabulous experiences, well organised and great fun. The two light shows were breathtaking and very different from each other. Visit Satay Street afterwards the tour finishes for a delicious supper.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We're so glad the evening was such a fabulous and fun one, with both light shows leaving such a lasting impression. And what better way to cap off a great night than with supper at Satay Street! Wishing you all the best on your future journeys! 😊✨

    Francis is the man!

    Katherine_N, Jul 2026
    Francis was amazing! He was very organized and funny! He gave us a great tour and I would highly recommend this trip!

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! Francis truly brings the best of both worlds, keeping everyone entertained while making sure everything runs like clockwork. We're so glad it was such a great experience and thank you for the kind recommendation! Till your next great experience, safe travels! 😊✨

    Singapore night tour

    Julie_M, Jul 2026
    It was a great way to see a bit of Singapore. The two light shows were amazing! Our guide Simson was very informative.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We're so glad our tour gave you such a great taste of Singapore, with both light shows wowing you and Simson's insights bringing it all to life. Till your next great experience, safe travels! 😊✨

    An evening packed with a variety of activities

    J_R, Jul 2026
    This was a great evening with a good mix of activities. William - our guide - was very informative and gave us a rich overview of the development of Singapore. He also gave really clear guidance about each stop, ensuring the trip ran smoothly. The Gardens by the Bay light show was a real highlight.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We're so glad William's rich insights into Singapore's development and clear guidance at each stop made your evening flow so smoothly, with the Gardens by the Bay light show clearly stealing the spotlight! Till your next great experience, safe travels! 😊✨

    Great views of Singapore, great guide!

    Tara_F, Jul 2026
    I loved this tour. Our guide Jingle was fantastic and I felt like I got a good snapshot of Singapore. She shared history, culture and local insight.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We're so glad Jingle's rich blend of history, culture and local insight gave you such a wonderful snapshot of Singapore. Till your next great experience, safe travels! 😊✨

    The operator Jingle is...

    Yada_D, Jul 2026
    The operator Jingle is passionate about her job, she is full of general knowledge and is keen to share.

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! Jingle's passion for what she does really does come through in every tour she leads, and we're so glad her enthusiasm and wealth of knowledge added so much to your evening. Till your next great experience, safe travels! 😊✨

    Amazing tour

    Nicola_R, Jun 2026
    Amazing tour, Francis was a very informative guide. Lovely boat cruise and amazing light shows, just beautiful

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We're so glad Francis brought so much to the evening with his knowledge, and the boat cruise and light shows left you with such beautiful memories of Singapore. We hope your future travels continue to be just as memorable! 😊✨

    5 Activities in 4 hours.

    Denise_M, Jun 2026
    We had a two day stop over from Melbourne. This was an excellent tour to see the ‘touristy’ things with an excellent tour guide Jingle whose knowledge of the city was very informative. Really enjoyed the River Cruise. Whilst we were picked up from the hotel we had the option of being dropped off at the food market. There we had dinner on ‘Satay Street. ‘

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We're so glad the tour gave you such a wonderful way to make the most of your stopover, with Jingle's insights and the river cruise adding so much to the experience. Ending the night with dinner on Satay Street is always the perfect way to wrap up a Singapore evening! We hope you carried beautiful memories of Singapore home with you! 😊✨

    Great tour!

    Michelle_M, Jun 2026
    Jingle was an excellent guide! My kids enjoyed the experience and we got to see so many sights in a short time!

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your wonderful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review! We're so glad Jingle made the evening such an enjoyable one for the whole family, and you got to take in so many of Singapore's sights in just one evening. Wishing you all the best on your future journeys! 😊✨

    Fabulous

    Mandy_M, Jun 2026
    The weather was not great at the start but Asherlee was great with lots of information and the whole tour was great, thank you

    Response from Host, Jul 2026

    Thank you for your review! We're so glad Asherlee's knowledge and enthusiasm made the evening such an enjoyable one despite the weather at the start. Singapore's weather can be unpredictable, but we're glad it didn't dampen your experience! Wishing you many wonderful journeys ahead! 😊✨

    Easy tour

    Jane_L, Jun 2026
    An easy tour to start your trip to singapore, pointing out the main attractions to see. Plenty of interesting facts about Singapore life from the guide

    Fabulous Tour

    Heather_A, Jun 2026
    Our tour guide “jingle “was amazing. She was funny she was informative and kept the mood light and fun! I would recommend this to anyone traveling to Singapore…. Family friendly just make sure everyone that goes on this trip can keep up with the crowd..

    Can't miss tour!

    Rachael_N, Jun 2026
    Great way to see several of the highlights of Singapore all in one trip. Our tour guide, Jingle, did an awesome job giving us tips on best viewing points and historical information about the city! Highly recommend!

    Light show extravaganza!

    David_S, Jun 2026
    Thoroughly enjoyed the variety of this tour. Jingle kept us entertained from start to finish with her intensive knowledge of Singapore history, culture and life. The highlight of this tour was definitely the Garden Rhapsody light show, truly beautiful ! Great value for money and highly recommend our tour guide Jingle.

    Good way to see the major...

    Wes_W, Jun 2026
    Good way to see the major things quickly. Jingle was great as a guide and gave a lot of good tips. Would recommend

    There were 4 different...

    Leigh_F, Jun 2026
    There were 4 different parts to this tour each different and not something we were aware of or would have organised ourselves

    Pros: William was a very...

    Janey_S, Jun 2026
    Pros: William was a very good guide, knowledgeable & gave us a great insight to Singapore history & culture. He kept us well informed regarding the tour itinerary & timeframes. cons: advice to bring insect repellent would be helpful. water was provided but unfortunately was not cold s little too much hanging around waiting. It was very hot & uncomfortable at times

    Response from Host, Jun 2026

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad William's knowledge and clear communication on the itinerary made your evening informative. For added comfort during outdoor stops, we'd recommend guests bring their own insect repellent. Do also note our coach isn't equipped with refrigeration, so the water provided is at room temperature. As for the waiting periods, these typically allow time for toilet breaks, securing good viewing spots ahead of the shows, occasional queuing as buses enter the venues via a single lane, as well as a chance for guests to do some light exploring around the area. We appreciate your patience and will keep looking at ways to make the experience more comfortable. Thanks for sharing your honest thoughts! 😊✨

    Happy traveler Superman

    Michelle_J, Jun 2026
    The tour was perfectly timed to see everything without rushing. The tour guide, Simson, was knowledgable and had great stories full of information. All the attractions were amazing.

    Spectacular and Interesting!

    Jan_R, Jun 2026
    Worth every cent and an experience not to be missed! William told us the story of Singapore’s history across the evening and his communication and care for the group was excellent. Most interesting river cruise, fantastic fantasy light show in the gardens and plenty of time for photos. Highly recommend this tour.

    Highly recommend

    Bernadette_N, Jun 2026
    Highly recommend this tour. Fantastic tour guide and all the places we went to were amazing. Great tour if you have limited time in Singapore.

    Effortless Way to See Singapore’s Highlights

    Ying_Z, Jun 2026
    We had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The entire process—from booking, pickup, and transportation to drop-off—was smooth, organized, and stress-free. The team was friendly, professional, and very easy to communicate with. What we appreciated most was how well the itinerary was planned. Visiting multiple attractions in one evening could easily feel rushed or complicated if done independently, but everything was perfectly coordinated. The timing, transportation, viewing locations, and transitions between attractions were all thoughtfully arranged, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy the experience without worrying about logistics. The guide provided clear explanations and instructions throughout the tour, making everything easy to follow. We managed to see four different attractions in one evening, yet it never felt exhausting or hurried. If you’re visiting Singapore and want to maximize your time while enjoying a seamless and relaxing experience, this tour is definitely worth it. Highly recommended!

    Seeing the iconic sites in Singapore in the evening

    Joyce_G, Jun 2026
    Jingle was a bubbly, chatty tour guide was shared lots of info about the history and culture of Singapore ... and was happy to field questions as well. With her light on a pole/stick, she was easy to spot after stops as we re-gathered. Highlight for us was the light show at the Gardens by the Bay. Spectra was also impressive at Marina Bay Sands.

    Great way to see several attractions in Singapore!

    Polina_M, Jun 2026
    Jin was a very entertaining tour guide. We were actually really happy we booked this tour as the day was very rainy and it allowed us to still visit several attractions that night, which would’ve been much harder without transportation. The shows at Gardens by the Bay and in front of Marina Bay Sands are wonderful!

    Perfect Tour

    Carla_L, Jun 2026
    This 4 hour tour was so much more than l expected. Asherlee our guide was so knowledgeable. In 4 hours we learnt so much about Singapore. He was excellent

    It was a great night! We...

    Lynne_L, Jun 2026
    It was a great night! We loved all the experiences & our guide Simpson was a great tour leader - thank you Simpson for your very interesting commentary on Singapore life, it was fascinating. We did struggle with the instructions on getting to the meeting point, we obviously misread them. 🤔

    Tour was perfectly laid out and timed!

    Tammy_B, Jun 2026
    The tour was perfectly timed and laid out - covered everything we wanted to see and do. The tour operator seemed a little stressed and inflexible but did a good job with such a large group.

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