Singapore Night Tour: Chinatown, Little India & Bumboat Cruise

4.4 (1,028 reviews) Singapore
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Discover two of Singapore's most vibrant districts after dark on this evening tour of Chinatown and Little India, complete with a traditional bumboat river cruise. Meet your guide and head into the heart of Chinatown — wander its bustling night market and streets lined with restaurants, then enjoy a Chinese dinner at a local restaurant.

Cruise along the Singapore River aboard a traditional bumboat, once used to carry cargo, and take in illuminated views of the city skyline. Continue on to Little India, where you'll visit the colourful Sri Veerakaliamman Temple, learn the art of jasmine garland making, and enjoy a traditional Mehndi henna experience. Round off the night with a dessert stop at Apollo Village before returning to the meeting point.

For a limited time offer (1 September – 30 November 2026), guests also receive a complimentary drink voucher, redeemable for one half-pint beer or a soft drink at the Paradox Singapore Kiosk while stocks last from 12:30pm - 10:00pm

Options

Dinner, Little India & Bumboat

Local Dinner
Combi or Coach: No Hotel Pick up and drop service. Tour starts and ends at Paradox Singapore. Passenger has to arrive 15 minutes earlier.
Meeting Point: 20 Merchant Road, Singapore 058281

With one way hotel pickup

Combi : One way hotel pickup only

What's included

  • Chinese dinner
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bumboat river cruise admission
  • • Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless selected as an optional add-on)
  • Additional food and drinks specially alcohol (unless specified)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Chinatown
    30m
    Chinatown has come a long way since the early days when Chinese immigrants made this enclave their home. Filled with a sprawling myriad of shops and eateries, bustling with colourful and exciting activities set against a backdrop of rich history and heritage, Chinatown is not to be missed especially in the evening when everything really comes alive. Wander along the narrow lanes of the Night Market and test your bargaining skills against street vendors selling anything from souvenirs to leather goods.
  2. Singapore River Cruise
    30m · Admission ticket included
    After dinner at a local Chinese restaurant, will head to Clarke Quay and hop onto a bumboat or a cruise along the Singapore River to see Singapore lit up at night, showcasing beautifully restored shophouses, modern skyscrapers of the financial district, colonial buildings and the iconic Merlion statue and the light up and water display of Marina Bay Sands.
  3. Little India
    30m
    Will coach down to bustling streets of Little India starting at Sri Veerakaliamman Temple for a brief review of it's history Just across the road is the Komala Villas the first home grown Vegetarian Restaurant; a short walk to Upper Dickinson Road to learn about the Indian Murals; watch locals make Jasmine garland and wrist garland at Campbell Lane: stop at Selvi's and witness traditional Mehndi Henna tattoo for man and woman; last stop is the highlight of the night - enjoy a scrumptious dessert at Apollo Village. (Hastings Road)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour departs from our Tour Coordination Centre at Paradox Singapore, 20 Merchant Road. Hotel pickup to the Coordination Centre is available as an optional add-on — please select this option at checkout if you'd like to be collected from your hotel.

End point

This tour departs from our Tour Coordination Centre at Paradox Singapore, 20 Merchant Road. Hotel pickup to the Coordination Centre is available as an optional add-on — please select this option at checkout if you'd like to be collected from your hotel.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dinner is served between 7:30 - 8:15pm. Drinks during dinner are not included.
  • Tour is not available during Chinese New Year Period (Date TBA)
  • Tour operates with a minimum of 2 paying adults
  • Not recommended for passengers with limited mobility.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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