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Opium and Rubber Tour: Malaya's Black and White Curse in Singapore
Opium and Rubber Tour: Malaya's Black and White Curse
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18 May
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The Black & White Curse of Malaya (Private Tour)
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Children below 5 years old can enter for free and will be counted towards maximum group size but will not be offered any food or drinks.
Please indicate in booking notes of any dietary preferences.
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USD 47.97
Next availability: Sat, 18 May
Highlights
The black of rubber and the white of opium – mass-produced in warehouses and spread via multiple trade routes, was more of a curse than a blessing in Malaya. Here is your chance to revisit the dark history of rubber and opium from a Singaporean perspective and to explore how these controversial goods affected us then, as well as now.
Itinerary
Fort Cannning MRT (3:30PM)
Meet up at Fort Canning MRT to begin the tour.Back Alleys and River Quays
Explore the back alleys and upper river quays where the warehouses for rubber and opium were located.Opium Den
Hear the stories of the temple of the river and find out the location of the last Opium Den in SingaporeLocal Cafe
Enjoy a refreshing drink and snack in an inspiring cafe, which organises an outreach programme to the underpriviledged in the neighbourhood.The Book Cafe (6:30PM)
The tour ends at the Book Cafe.
- Additional note
- Itinerary details are for reference only and may be subject to change depending on the weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
- Meeting Point
- Fort Canning MRT Station, Exit B.
What's included
INCLUDED
English speaking guide
Audio guide system
(Head-sets will be provided, or you may bring your personal earphones)
(Head-sets will be provided, or you may bring your personal earphones)
A visit to a UNESCO awarded temple, back alleys, forgotten godowns and the hidden neighbourhood across the river
Kopi and toast in a neighbourhood food court
A themed refreshing drink and snack at a cafe
Authentic rubber seed and a rubber seed-inspired cookie as gifts to take home
NOT INCLUDED
Any other items of a personal nature
Additional information
Operating Hours
Saturdays only: 3.30PM-6:30PM
Good To Know
While the maximum no. of guests is capped at 30 pax, guests will be subdivided into groups of 5, and may be required to wear different coloured lanyards.
Due to the nature of this activity, it is not recommended for persons with impaired physical mobility or those in wheelchairs.
This activity is operational in all weather conditions except during heavy rainstorms.
Meeting point will be at Fort Canning MRT, Exit B. Guide will hold a sign with Perp8ctives, and wear a shirt with the company logo.
Booking Confirmation
Your booking will be confirmed by the provider within 24 hours.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
A full refund will be processed if cancelled at least 48 hours before the date of selection. No refund will be processed if cancelled less than 48 hours before the date of selection.
Advanced Booking
Please book at least 48 hours prior to your date of selection to guarantee your booking.
Min/Max Pax Requirements
Minimum 5 pax is required; the maximum is capped at 30 pax.
Redemption Notes
Show mobile or printed voucher to the staff before commencing the activity.
Ticket Validity
Upon booking confirmation, this ticket is valid on the date of selection only.
Location
Address
Fort Canning MRT, Exit B
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