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Day 8: Clarke Quay, Singapore River Cruise, Ellenborough Market Cafe, Shopping at Suntec City, Airport

Clarke Quay and Singapore River Cruise





                                   Merlion
Historical City Walk 



                         The drip distributor!                           Durian icecream sandwich - Leo's favourite!













Ellenborough Market Cafe for lunch

Shopping at Suntec City

Airport:

    Our delightfully, calm, friendly and patient tour guide - Bryce Ang - was presented with a       Lilo & Stitch backpack from the students.
Qantas Airways Flight from Singapore to Brisbane            QF52

 Departure   Monday     30th September             8:30 PM

 Arrival       Tuesday      1st October                    6:05 AM

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