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Singapore Heartlands Farewell Tour – A Taste of Local Life

About this experience

This 3-hour pre-departure tour offers a seamless and memorable farewell to Singapore, starting and ending at Changi Airport. Explore nearby heartland towns, experience local heritage, and indulge in iconic snacks and dishes before returning to Jewel Changi Airport to relax and prepare for your flight. Designed for efficient travel and meaningful experiences, this tour is perfect for travelers with limited time. Suitable for transiting passengers too!

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr

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Singapore Heartlands Farewell Tour – A Taste of Local Life

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagescmn (live guide), English (live guide)

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Licensed Tourist Guide
  • Insurance Coverage

Not included

  • Transportation cost
  • Cost of food & drinks

Itinerary and highlights

Your guide will meet you at the baggage deposit area and assist with securely storing your luggage. You will be provided with an overview of the tour before setting off for Tampines.

Go for a Mini Heritage Walk at Our Tampines Hub, Singapore’s largest integrated community space. Learn about Tampines’ transformation from a rural kampong to a bustling new town and its role in Singapore’s urban planning. Explore the open spaces and community areas that locals use daily. Stop by a neighbourhood bakery or snack shop to sample iconic treats like pandan cake, curry puffs, or tau sar piah (sweet mung bean pastry).

Visit Bedok Hawker Centre or a local coffee shop (kopitiam) to try quintessential dishes like kaya toast, laksa, or rojak. Enjoy a light meal while learning about the origins of these dishes and their role in Singapore’s multicultural food scene. Walk through Bedok’s wet market to experience the hustle and bustle of daily local life.

Experience Singapore's Rain Vortex! Admire the world’s tallest indoor waterfall and take photos to commemorate your Singapore adventure. Walk through Jewel’s Canopy Park (optional entry), featuring lush greenery, netted bridges, and fun attractions. Explore Jewel’s retail stores for souvenirs or snacks to bring home with some last minute shopping, before heading to the departure gates.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Luggage Storage Facility at Jewel Changi Airport or Changi Airport Terminal 1/2/3. Your guide will meet you at the baggage deposit area and assist with securely storing your luggage. Baggage deposit fees may apply.

Languages and tickets

  • cmn — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Grab Experiences

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
cmn (live guide), English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 0–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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