Exploring Singapore's Past and Present with Gene D'Castro
Gene D'Castro was an outstanding guide! He shared the fascinating history of Singapore in an engaging and memorable way. Throughout the tour, we explored iconic buildings, enjoyed a boat ride, sampled delicious local food, and finished the experience at a tea house. Every part of the tour was thoughtfully planned and enjoyable. It was a wonderful way to discover Singapore's culture, history, and heritage. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Singapore!
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ElissaSpektorMia
September 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Custom 4 day Singapore tour
Pamela was a wonderful tour guide, personable and full of great information. We spent 4 days with her and she was able to give us a real insiders look at Singapore and take us to all the local and cultural spots that we would have never been able to find on our own. She was able to adapt the tour to what we wanted and made sure we were properly fed with all the best local treats along the way. We highly recommend her and Hello Tours.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Pamela made your four days in Singapore so memorable and gave you a true local experience. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again! 😊
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S1155NGdavidm
June 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Walking Tour is the Best
A really informative and immersive tour full of history and stops to try the local food. Highly recommend.
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karengM9312VA
June 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic!!!
had a fantastic experience on this solo guided walking tour of Singapore! The tour was both interesting and fun, offering fascinating insights into Singapore's history, culture, and hidden gems that I would never have discovered on my own.
A special thank you to Pamela, who was an outstanding guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing stories and historical details in a way that was engaging and easy to follow. Her enthusiasm, sense of humor, and friendly personality made the experience even more enjoyable. It felt like exploring the city with a knowledgeable friend who truly loves what she does.
事業者からの返答
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience exploring Singapore with us.
A special thank you for your kind words about Pamela. She is truly passionate about sharing Singapore's history and culture, and we will be sure to pass along your compliments to her.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back to Singapore again soon!
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Maps63449270287
May 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour with Gene
It was an excellent tour. Gene - our tour guide - was very knowledgeable and provided us with very interesting insights to Singapore’s culture and history. I absolutely loved that we went through the fill mosaic of Singapore’s culture- not the regular tourist spots, but also how Singaporeans live their daily lives
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Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We’re truly delighted to hear that you had an excellent experience with Gene.Thank you once again for joining the tour, and we hope to welcome you back to Singapore again in the future!
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Rosemary_S
January 14, 2026 · via Viator
Great introduction to Singapore
First time in Singapore, so thought we’d get a guided tour to orientate ourselves. Our guide for the day, Kavin, made early contact and gave concise information about when and where we were to meet. Both he and we were punctual! After a brief online registration, we were good to go. Kavin was an excellent guide, with whom we quickly developed a good rapport. The tour itinerary we chose in advance, so we knew what to expect; our guide proved to be the perfect complement to that tour - we enjoyed his company, and hope he enjoyed ours (if maybe not some of Tony’s jokes!)
During the rest of our stay we were able to travel with the background knowledge Kavin had provided, and said a quiet “Thank you” to him on several occasions.
Would wholeheartedly recommend both Kavin and the company he represented so well.
Rosemary & Tony Stacey (Worcestershire, UK)
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K4715UOkathleens
November 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Loved our Singapore Foodie Tour!
Su Ling did an excellent job showing us Singapore and catering to our interests. She was warm & friendly and a lot
Of fun . It was a perfect blend of learning Singapore’s history , cultural food experiences & shopping opportunities.
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Haznig
November 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend this tour
Kavin was a perfect guide teaching us the history and culture of this beautiful country. Was varied and so interesting.
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V6499WGmichaelo
October 21, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent snapshot of Singapore’s past and present
We had a fantastic 4-hour “History & Culture” tour with Gee. It was very well organized and flowed naturally from colonial landmarks to modern life. We began at St Andrew’s Cathedral, then explored the National Gallery inside the beautifully repurposed former City Hall and Supreme Court (rooftop views, the linking bridge, and even a holding cell!). From Clarke Quay, the Singapore River Cruise brought the city’s story to life before we hopped off at Merlion Park. Highlights kept coming: a peek into historic Clifford Pier (now part of the Fullerton Bay Hotel), a public bus ride to Tanjong Pagar/Chinatown, and the Skybridge at Pinnacle@Duxton—an inspiring example of how the government supports amazing, design-forward social housing with sweeping city views. We then tasted Singapore’s flavors at Maxwell Food Center (classic chicken rice and fresh sugarcane with lemon) and finished with a serene traditional tea ceremony at Tea Chapter.
Gee, our guide, was knowledgeable, spoke excellent English, and his passion for Singapore’s heritage and daily life really shone. A great way to meet other interested people and a perfect, compact introduction that weaves history with contemporary Singapore—highly recommended.
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DvirCohenTravller
July 19, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ *“And Then Came Richard…”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ *“And Then Came Richard…”
We thought we signed up for a walking tour. What we got instead was a full-blown **time-traveling masterclass**, guided by none other than Richard Kan — a walking encyclopedia with charm, wit, and a knack for storytelling that made Singapore come alive.
We began at **St Andrew’s Cathedral**, diving straight into the city’s colonial past — from Sir Stamford Raffles’ urban planning vision to the founding pillars of multicultural Singapore. Richard didn’t just share facts — he *painted* them into the walls.
At the **National Gallery**, we found ourselves inside prison cells (yes, real ones), discovering the secrets of squat toilets and courtroom dramas, only to rise to the **City Hall rooftop** for a sweeping view of Marina Bay — where history, innovation, and reclaimed dreams stretch into the horizon.
And then came the **Singapore River Cruise** — bumboats, trade routes, and the heartbeat of commerce since 1819. With every bend in the river, Richard connected the past with the present, turning buildings into living stories — from the old Parliament to the Fullerton Hotel and Raffles’ landing site.
A short MRT ride (yes, he even made the subway feel magical) brought us to **Chinatown**, where gods from all faiths live within a stone’s throw. The “Street of Harmony” wasn’t just a term anymore — it became real, tangible, and profoundly moving.
Dinner? A cultural delight. **Hainanese Chicken Rice** at Maxwell Food Centre, washed down with **Sugarcane Lemon**, all while learning about **HDB flats** and why hawker culture was UNESCO-worthy. By now, we were not tourists — we were insiders.
And just when we thought it was over, **Tea Chapter** happened — a peaceful, fragrant end where we brewed Chinese tea the traditional way, unwinding everything we had absorbed.
Oh, and yes — now we know how to **chope** a table with tissues and avoid looking too **kiasu** at the hawker centre.
Richard, you didn’t just guide us. You inspired us.
**10/10. Would follow you through history again.**
事業者からの返答
Wow – Thank you so much for this incredible review! We are beyond happy to hear how deeply Richard’s tour resonated with you. His passion for storytelling and history truly brings Singapore to life, and we are so glad you felt like insiders by the end of the day. We will be sure to share your wonderful words with him — he will be thrilled.
Wishing you many more meaningful journeys ahead, and we hope to welcome you back again someday!