- Singapore River One × CQ @ Clarke Quay × Let's Go Tour Singapore
River Cruise, Heritage Walk & Local Snacks
Step into a living postcard and join us on Singapore’s most enriching riverfront adventure! Enjoy a scenic bumboat river cruise, go on an immersive heritage walking tour, and savour some delicious local cakes — all in 2.5 unforgettable hours.
- 2.5 Hours (3:30pm–6pm)
- Local Cakes + River Cruise + Walk
- Clarke Quay & Singapore River
- All Ages Welcome
- Free Cancellation 48hrs before start date!
- Echoes of 1959 · Season 2
Event Has Ended — Thank You!
All 2025 tour dates have concluded.
SGD $70 per person
SGD 45
- Duration
- Last date
- Schedule
- Includes
- Meeting Point
- 2.5 Hours
- 27 Nov 2025
- 3pm to 6pm
- Local Cakes + River Cruise + Walk
- Fort Canning MRT Exit A
- Save SGD $25 per person
For last-minute bookings (<48hrs) WhatsApp +65 9004 4332 first to check availability.
About This Tour
Get ready for the most comprehensive 2.5-hour experience in Singapore — a seamless blend of history, culture, and stunning skyline views. Perfect for first-time visitors and return travellers alike, this journey along the Singapore River from Clarke Quay, passing by Boat Quay and Marina Bay, is not just a tour — it’s a storybook brought to life on water and land.
“Echoes of 1959 Singapore River” is Season 2 of the successful “Tales and Tastes of Singapore River” tour — an exciting collaboration with Singapore River One and Clarke Quay SG. Three experiences bundled into one remarkable afternoon.
The Three Experiences
- Experience 01 · Tea Time
Tea Time with Local Cakes at Malayan Settlement
- Start of tour · Relaxed tea break
Start the tour with a tea break of delectable cakes in a delicious variety of local flavours. Relax and soak in the riverside ambiance while you savour tasty nibbles at the charming Malayan Settlement. Learn the quirks of our local food culture and how food brought communities together in olden Singapore.
Malayan Settlement — heritage riverside café with unique local flavours
Kueh & Nonya cakes — traditional Peranakan and local-inspired bites
Food as community — learn how food traditions united Singapore's diverse races
- Experience 02 · Heritage Walk
Guided Heritage Walk at CQ @ Clarke Quay
- 1 Hour · Easy flat walk
Continue your journey with a leisurely guided walk through CQ @ Clarke Quay, a riverside enclave that once bustled with the clang of trade and the aroma of spices. As your local guide brings the past to life through fascinating stories, you’ll uncover tales of early immigrants, warehouse economies, and Singapore’s strategic river trade — the very lifeblood of the island’s growth.
Wander past beautifully-restored godowns (warehouses) and shophouses as you listen to the stories of coolies, traders, and visionaries who laid the foundation for what was to become a global metropolis. It’s a crash course in Singapore’s economic roots — one that’s vivid, human, and filled with intrigue.
CQ @ Clarke Quay — beautifully restored colonial godowns and shophouses
Stories of coolies, traders & visionaries — the human stories behind the skyline
River trade history — understand how the Singapore River drove the colony's prosperity
- Experience 03 · River Cruise
Singapore River Cruise: From Past to Future
- 45 Minutes · Clarke Quay to Marina Bay & Back
Hop onboard a traditional bumboat for an unforgettable river cruise through the beating heart of Singapore. The journey starts at Clarke Quay, drifting past Boat Quay, the iconic Colonial District, the gleaming Central Business District, and the Marina Bay area before returning to Clarke Quay.
As you sail along the meandering river, you’ll learn how Singapore’s city planning and modernisation transformed a sleepy port into one of the world’s most advanced urban landscapes — all without losing sight of its heritage.
The Fullerton Hotel — formerly the General Post Office, a symbol of colonial Singapore
The Fullerton Hotel — formerly the General Post Office, a symbol of colonial Singapore
Singapore Flyer — one of the world's largest observation wheels on the waterfront
Marina Bay Sands & CBD skyline — a panoramic view of Singapore's modern transformation
Tour Dates — 2025
All 2025 tour dates have concluded. The tour ran fortnightly on Wednesdays from May to November 2025.
May 2025
1 & 15 & 29 May
3:30pm – 6:00pm
Concluded
June 2025
12 & 26 Jun
3:30pm – 6:00pm
Concluded
July 2025
10 & 24 Jul
3:30pm – 6:00pm
Concluded
August 2025
21 Aug
3:30pm – 6:00pm
Concluded
September 2025
4 & 18 Sep
3:30pm – 6:00pm
Concluded
October 2025
2, 16 & 30 Oct
3:30pm – 6:00pm
Concluded
November 2025
13 & 27 Nov
3:30pm – 6:00pm
Concluded
What's Included
✓ Tour Price Includes
- STB licensed tour guide
- Local cakes at Malayan Settlement (tea time)
- Singapore River bumboat cruise (45 min)
- Guided heritage walk at Clarke Quay (1 hour)
✗ Tour Price Excludes
- Personal expenses not stated in inclusions
- Transportation to/from meeting point
- Additional food and drinks beyond cakes
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Minimum 2-Pax Departure Policy
Due to the min. requirement of 2 pax to proceed with the tour. Let’s Go Tour reserves the right to contact the customer to do a reschedule to another slot/day, should the number of guests for the tour selected is less than 2 pax.
Rain Policy
The Tour will continue to be conducted when there is light rain. In the event of a thunderstorm, a reschedule date will be provided.
Cancellation Policy
- You will receive a full refund if we receive your cancellation notice at least 48 hours before your tour starts.
- If we cancel the tour, you will receive either a full refund or an alternative date/time.
There is strictly no refund:
- For cancellations made within 48 hours of the start of the tour
- For tours that were previously rescheduled by you
- If you arrive late and the group has departed
- If you fail to turn up, regardless of the reason
Meeting & Ending Points
Fort Canning MRT Exit A, Taxi Stand
Outside Fort Canning MRT station, Exit A.
Look for the Let's Go Tour guide with flag.
Get Directions on Google Maps →
CQ @ Clarke Quay Taxi Stand
Tour concludes at the Clarke Quay taxi
stand — convenient for onward travel by cab or MRT.
Tour Highlights
Discover Singapore River heritage through cruise, walk & food
Must-do Singapore River Cruise experience!
Perfect introduction to Singapore in just 2.5 hours
Great for all ages — easy walk on flat terrain
Splendid photo opportunities at every turn
Passionate local guides who answer all your questions
Fascinating insights about Singapore history — interactive & fun
S$25 savings vs buying each experience separately
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About This Collaboration
Official Partnership
- 🌊 Singapore River One
- 🏮 CQ @ Clarke Quay
- 🚴 Let's Go Tour Singapore
“Echoes of 1959 Singapore River” is Season 2 of the acclaimed “Tales and Tastes of Singapore River” tour — another exciting collaboration between Singapore River One, Clarke Quay SG, and Let’s Go Tour Singapore. Together, we bring together authentic local experiences, expert storytelling, and the charm of Singapore’s most iconic river destination.
Singapore River One is the precinct management company for the Singapore River area — dedicated to maintaining and promoting Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, and Robertson Quay as vibrant cultural and lifestyle destinations.
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