Private sightseeing charter around Singapore

A comfortable half day might start at your hotel and go first to Gardens by the Bay, allowing about an hour and a half for the outdoor gardens or one of the conservatories. From there, a short drive to Chinatown for an hour on foot and a meal, then the Merlion and the Marina Bay waterfront for photos, before returning to your hotel. Times are only a guide. With hourly charter, you can stay longer anywhere and skip what does not interest you.

A full day can cover two areas properly. In the morning, head north to Mandai for the zoo or bird park, allowing three hours or so. After lunch, drive south to Sentosa for the beaches or attractions, then come back through the city for an evening at Marina Bay or Clarke Quay. Families often add a hawker centre stop. Tell us roughly what you want to see and we will suggest the number of hours and a sensible order.

Taxis and ride-hailing work well for one trip. For a sightseeing day with five or six stops, the waits add up, and a family with a pram or shopping bags needs a bigger car every time. With charter, the same car and driver stay with you, your things stay in the car, and the cost is fixed before you set out. In Singapore's afternoon heat, not standing at a taxi stand counts for a lot.

For two people, the Mercedes E-Class is comfortable and costs $60 per hour with a three-hour minimum. Families of four to six usually prefer the Toyota Alphard at $70 per hour with a four-hour minimum, or the Mercedes V-Class at $70 per hour with a three-hour minimum. Larger family groups can book the 13-seater minibus. Add a booster or infant seat if you are travelling with young children. Bottled water in the car helps on a hot afternoon.