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Karien D.
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Dutch (Native), English (Native), French
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About Tour Guide Karien D.
My name is Karien, a writer and tour guide from Singapore. I love stories, either written or spoken, and bring guests to popular hotspots or off the beaten track hidden gems – as my tours are private and curated the choice is yours! Singapore is a multicultural melting pot and its history and culture delves a lot deeper than most visitors (or even residents) are aware of.
Singapore’s vibrant population from different background suits me perfectly, as I myself come from multiple cultures. Born from Dutch parents I have lived in many countries since birth, including Malaysia, Indonesia, the Middle East, and Europe. I have called Singapore home since 2012.
My tours are themed and show you the history and development of our small island in a fun and interactive way. Tours itineraries are flexible, half or full day, by public transport or private transport – all depending on your wishes and budget. My expertise lies in Malay and colonial history, nature, the development of Singapore and its different cultures, and above all: spices!
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Tours
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Highlights
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Art, Culture, & Historical
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Off the Beaten Path
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Singapore
4 hours
Heritage and Flavours: A Singapore Spice Tour
Spices were of paramount importance at every stage of Singapore’s history, from being traded during the famous spice rush, to their use in modern Singapore’s famous street food. In this fun and interactive tour we will visit many of the highlights of Singapore city, following our noses and taste buds as we track the development of the city from ancient times to now, and learn about the diverse people that settled here from all over the world.
Heritage and Flavours: A Singapore Spice Tour
FROM$350/ per group
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Singapore
2 hours
Scents of Kampomg Gelam Historic Walking Tour
As the seat of the Sultan of Singapore Kampong Gelam became the Muslim area in which many colourful people settled. We will explore this historic neighbourhood in a very special way: through our noses. Scents are known to evoke memories, and with all the items we smell during this tour, you will never forget the intriguing history of Kampong Gelam!
Scents of Kampomg Gelam Historic Walking Tour
FROM$200/ per group
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Singapore
3 hours
Keppel Harbour Maritime History Walking Tour
Singapore was once the largest port in the world, and in this walk we will learn all about Singapore's maritime history due to its strategic position on the Strait of Singapore. Keppel Harbour, now a marina for luxury yachts, was once a pirate lair, then the seat of a Malay ruler, then a deep water harbour used by the British. Learn all about the amazing development of the harbour from the 12th century until now and how this maritime passageway saw some important events in history.
Keppel Harbour Maritime History Walking Tour
FROM$250/ per group
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