Singapore: Battlefield Tour
Description
This is the tour for war history buffs as we bring you to key spots that are rich in World War II history. Singapore was a major British military base and was also referred to as “Gibraltar of the East”. Find out how the defence strategy failed, and recount the days of the Japanese Occupation of Singapore. You will commence the experience at the Kranji War Memorial which honours fallen Commonwealth war veterans who died in battle during World War II. After which, you will proceed to Changi area to visit Changi Prison Wall, Changi Chapel temporary exhibit (Actual chapel is undergoing renovation) and Changi Beach Park. We will also drive past Selarang Barracks, Changi Air Base, Johor Battery. Book our Battlefield Tour and enjoy a complimentary drink QR Voucher redeemable for either one half-pint beer or one glass of soft drink before or after your tour. *Special promotional offer valid from 1 June – 31 August 2026 while vouchers last. Book Now!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Depart from GCW
Visit Kranji War Memorial a site where we honours fallen Commonwealth war veterans who died in battle during World War II
Depart for Changi
Stop at Changi Prison Wall, Changi Chapel Temporary Exhibits, drive through Johor Battery – Selarang Camp
Stop at Changi Beach
Depart for city / selected hotels
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum of 4 paying adults apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Reviews(93)
If you want to understand the real heartbeat of Singapore beyond the modern skyline, you have to do this tour. It was an absolutely incredible experience. We learned so much more about the country’s wartime history than we ever could have on our own. Our guide, Paul, was fantastic. His depth of knowledge was amazing, but what truly elevated the day was his immense pride in his country—it shone through in every story he told. He didn't just give us facts; he made the history feel alive. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute and cannot recommend Paul and this tour highly enough to any traveler!
It is great for those who are interested in historical events. Would recommend this to anyone to take.
Dear Roslin, we are glad you had a good experience during your Battlefield tour. It's one of our very popular and most recommended tour. Thank you for your positive review and appreciate very much. With best regards Fay
This was an amazing and deeply emotional experience. The tour offers a powerful insight into the lives and struggles of those held here, and it really stays with you long after you leave. The guide was excellent, knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about sharing the history in a meaningful way.
Dear Russell, Thank you very much for your kind words and positive feedback. We appreciate very much and we are glad that you had a good experience and enjoyed your tour. With best regards Fay
Not as interesting as the title of the tour sounds. The one hour ride in an air conditioned bus to the Commonwealth War Graves was great but the guide , who was super friendly, spoke so quickly it was hard for us to keep tuned in. He gave a stream of historical dates and facts that after a while was just too much to take in. The graves themselves were poignant. The visit to the Changi Museum on the way back was excellent but you could just get a car to there. Stopping at a sea side site on the way back was rather pointless. Also we finished an hour late and that meant we had to really rush to our next appointment.
Dear John, Thank you very much for your comments and feedback. We fully understand that this type of tour may appeal to some guests more than others. The Battlefield Tour has been one of our popular tours, and feedback and reviews received so far have generally been positive. Nevertheless, we sincerely apologize that the experience did not meet your expectations. Your comments are appreciated and will certainly be taken into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our tours and services. Thank you once again for sharing your experience with us. With Best regards, Fay
This tour was very interesting and informative. We like to think that war cannot happen to us but current events show it can happen anywhere anytime. Keeping alive the memory of the sacrifices made by those who fought in WWII to keep us free helps to avoid another war. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful.
Dear sir/madam, We appreciate your positive feedback and comments. We are glad that you enjoyed the tour and had a good experience. With best regards Fay
This was a great tour. Pick up was efficient and well organised. Th tour itself was very interesting and sobering at the same time! Sadly, I can’t remember our guides name but he was great - friendly and certainly knew his subject.
Dear Jane, Thank you very much for your kind feedback and positive review. We are glad that you had a great time and memorable experience. Your Guide's name was Siwa. With best regards, Fay Fay
Our guide was very knowledgeable and we had a great time learning more of the history of WW2. Highly recommend this tour
Dear sir / Madam, Thank you for taking time and giving us a good recommendation. We are glad that you have a good experience and enjoyed your tour. With best regards Fay
Guide was very knowledgeable and experienced. Tour covered a lot of ground. More than we expected Value for money
Dear David, Thank you for giving us such a positive review. We appreciate you taking time and happy to hear that you had a good time as well. With best regards Fay
Books this tour during a five day layover in Singapore. Very interested in military history of region. Efficient pickup from hotel and main bus was modern and clean. Van back to hotel at end of tour sounded like it was falling apart and driver clearly unwell but had mask under chin. Lots of driving on tour. Australian cemetery very confronting with number of graves. Changi museum was a little underwhelming. It would be very hard to get to these various sites using public transport or driving yourself so your probably your best option but I would not have done this tour if I knew how much time we were to spend in the bus.
Dear sir / madam, First, would like to apologize with regards to your unpleasant experience with regards to the vehicle during send back. Will also remind our suppliers to ensure that all their drivers are well while on duty. But we appreciate you taking time to give us a review. Thank you very much. With best regards Fay
Great afternoon, if a little un organised with buses being late to show up and to arrive to take us back to the hotel.Guide very informative! Well worth doing this trip if you get chance. :)
Dear Helen, First, would like to apologize for any inconvenience caused during your tour. But we are glad that you had a good experience during the tour. With best regards Fay
