Singapore Tours & Holidays

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travellers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travellers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

Most nationalities do not require a visa to visit Singapore. Tourists not requiring a visa will be granted a 30-day stay on arrival. Other nationalities should check with their Singapore embassy or consulate.

Tipping isn't expected in Singapore, so is left up to the discretion of the consumer. Some hotels and restaurants may include a 10% surcharge within bills.

Internet access is widespread in Singapore, with internet cafes and Wi-Fi hot spots commonly found in airports, hotels, cafes and malls.

Mobile phone coverage is generally very good in Singapore. Ensure global roaming is activated before leaving home if you wish to use your mobile.

Most toilets in Singapore are modern, flushable toilets, although squat toilets can also be encountered at times.

Short trip on the MRT = 1.50 SGD

Can of soft drink = 1.50-2 SGD

Hawker-style food plate = 5-6 SGD

Dinner at a restaurant = 20-30 SGD

Tap water is considered safe to drink unless marked otherwise.

Major credit cards are accepted widely by shops, restaurants and hotels in Singapore. Smaller vendors like street food stalls may not accept credit cards, so carry enough cash to cover small purchases.

ATMs that accept foreign cards are common in Singapore and easily found in the airport, malls and city streets.

• 1 Jan New Year's Day
• 1 Feb Chinese New Year
• * Apr Good Friday
• 1 May Labour Day
• 10 May Vesak Day
• Jul Hari Raya Puasa
• 9 Aug National Day
• 25 Dec Christmas Day

*Please note these dates may vary. For a current list of public holidays in Singapore go to 

On a government level, discrimination toward the LGBTQIA+ community is still quietly tolerated, however, on a more social level, travellers are widely accepted and welcomed. While it is advised that travellers who identify as part of the community be mindful when out and about, there are a number of LGBTQIA+ friendly establishments such as bars and clubs to have fun in.

Singapore's climate is tropical with warm temperatures and high levels of humidity experienced at all times throughout the year. For this reason, it's important to pack light, loose-fitting clothing, a hat, and other sun smart items such as sunscreen and a reusable drink bottle. 

Intrepid takes the health and safety of its travellers seriously and takes every measure to ensure that trips are safe, fun and enjoyable for everyone. We recommend that all travellers check with their government or national travel advisory organisation for the latest information before departure:

From Australia?

Go to: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/

From Canada?

Go to: https://travel.gc.ca/

From the UK?

Go to: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

From New Zealand?

Go to: https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/

From the US?

Go to: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel.html

The World Health Organisation also provides useful health information.

Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance