Tour Itinerary
WINNER OF SINGAPORE EXPERIENCE AWARDS 2009 -
BEST TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
24,000 nominations, Betel Box is the only backpackers specific travel organisation to make it to the finals and subsequently also to win!
The Singapore Experience Awards is the most prestigious awards platform in Singapore's tourism industry, recognising individuals and organisations from sectors encompassing hospitality, retail, dining, entertainment, attractions, business travel and MICE, education and healthcare. Singapore Experience Awards winners will have proven that they are the best in their respective fields in delivering a holistic visitor experience - one that packages product and service delivery to create a distinctive, memorable and compelling experience.
Introduction
The history of Singapore is closely tied to our waterways. Singapore has evolved from a third world country to a first world one within two decades. Much of the urban development is architected and planned to allow for sustained growth for commerce and the communities. The cycling tour gives an alternative perspective of how these changes have impacted the communities and how new developments will bring about regeneration of certain districts. Learn also about our dependence and adaptation to limited water resources.
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SINGAPORE EXPERIENCE AWARDS 2009 - BEST TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
The Singapore Tourism Board is pleased to inform you that Betel Box Tours has been selected as a finalist for the Best Travel Experience category.
The Singapore Experience Awards is the most prestigious awards platform in Singapore's tourism industry, recognising individuals and organisations from sectors encompassing hospitality, retail, dining, entertainment, attractions, business travel and MICE, education and healthcare. Singapore Experience Awards winners will have proven that they are the best in their respective fields in delivering a holistic visitor experience - one that packages product and service delivery to create a distinctive and compelling experience.
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Lonely Planet Singapore City Guide - Matt Oakley & Joshua Samuel Brown. 8th Edition.
Page 84- .."Top Picks. Must Try Tour.."..
Operated by the Amazing Tony Tan, owner of the Betel Box Hostel and expert on all things Singapore, a Real Singapore Tour is one you won't soon forget. His food tours, a Singapore must-experience, generally start each Friday evening around six. Tony takes his charges on a veritable gastronomic odyssey through the historical Joo Chiat neighbourhood, where they sample over 20 authentic dishes from all over Southeast Asia. Other tours include walking or cycling trips focusing on history, nature and culture. Tony also leads an amazing pub crawl. Prices start at $50 including food, equipment and the services of one of the most knowledgeable tour guides in Singapore.
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Highlights
# How Singapore uses reclaimed land from the sea
# East Coast Park- the most popular park in Singapore
# Learn about Water Conservation during visit to Waterways Watch Society
# Learn about Singapore latest and largest reservoir right by the City during visit to Marina Barrage
# Leisure activities available by the water such as Cable Ski, Wakeboarding, Stunt Kites, sandcastles exhibitions etc
# Adapting old architecture for modern use
# Changing lifestyles & trades along the river
# Kallang Basin project & the Integrated Resort
What previous guests said of our Singapore Cycling Tour
* Tony a lot thanks for the bicycle tour and the nightly adventure through Singapore's city center! Karel Vandegehuchte
* PD, Jad, Ty and I have had an amazing stay at Betelbox.Tony you bought the culture, customs and history of Singapore alive for us on the food walk and cycling tour. The generosity of you, your staff and all of the travelers in welcoming and including our boys in all the activitis was outstanding. Nothing was ever too much troubel & we can't recommend the betelbox highly enough. Tyler will be back to play pool at 57 Chevy as soon he saves for his fare. Kaz Donovan, Australia
* Make sure you are there on a Sunday and go on his bike trip. One of the most interesting things I have ever done. Saye Mkangama
* One of the highlights of our stay thus far was a 35km bike ride around the island. Yes it’s true – we had no idea what we were getting into!!! We started the morning at around 10:30 a.m. and didn’t get back until 6:30 p.m. We were tired but it was AMAZING. The owner of Betel box Backpackers lead it and knew so much of Singapore’s history.
* The cycling tour was amazing and i hope i can come back here one day to do the food walk! NeleDieckmann Germany
* Best start to a trip that one could ask for. Cycle tours are way of future. Best of luck. Richard Hartle, New Zealand
* staff are excellent & think the tours are great, seen more of singapore then i would! Pub Crawl & Bike Ride were great! Thanks XXX. Donna Clelland, England