Colonial Singapore and Malaysia
Your itinerary
Start Location Visited Location
Plane End Location
Cruise Train
Over night Ferry
Day 1 Included Meals - Breakfast
Welcome to Singapore Day 7 A feast for the senses awaits in Singapore - a fantasyland of skyscrapers, lush Experience Vibrant Kuala Lumpur gardens and an intoxicating mix of cultures and cuisines, from India to China. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Later meet your Travel Director and We venture into the countryside this morning to visit a village inhabited by the fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception with local appetisers. Orang Asli, an ethnic group widely regarded as being Malaysia's original inhabitants. We'll delve into their history and traditions during a visit to the Orang Hotel - Swissotel Merchant Court Asli Museum, then stroll around the village with a 'Local Specialist', observing first- hand local traditions such as bamboo cooking and weaving. We return to Kuala Included Meals - Welcome Reception Lumpur, where we'll visit Chow Kit Market and watch how the locals haggle to get the best deals. Our next stop is the central Kuala Lumpur enclave of Kampung Day 2 Baru, where the ethnic Malay lifestyle has been preserved. Sample traditional See the sights of Singapore Malay sweets and cakes at the local food stalls before returning to the hotel for an Tread in the footsteps of Sir Stamford Raffles, launching your city tour on the spot afternoon at leisure. where it all began for colonial Singapore - Raffles Landing Site. Stroll along the Included Meals - Breakfast Singapore River through the Colonial District and see the landmarks that remain to this day, including the former Parliament House, the Victoria Theatre and the Day 8 Old Supreme Court Building. 'Dive Into Culture' and explore the contrasts of Onwards to the Cameron Highlands Singapore, from the red and gold façades of Chinatown to the intoxicating spice and vibrant flower garland vendors in Little India. Later, visit the UNESCO-listed Journey deep into the Malaysian countryside, stopping briefly at the Selangor Singapore Botanic Gardens and enjoy a leisurely stroll through its exquisite Pewter factory before continuing to Batu Caves, one of Malaysia's most iconic National Orchid Garden before spending the afternoon at leisure. This evening, a sights and a popular Hindu shrine. En route to the Cameron Highlands, enjoy a 'Local Specialist' demonstrates the delicate craft of Chinese Calligraphy before quick photo stop at the Lata Iskandar Waterfall, then continue to Tanah Rata for a dinner at a local Chinese restaurant. Stroll through the narrow lanes of the Night Trafalgar highlight - afternoon tea and scones with cream and locally produced Market and take a trishaw ride before returning to your hotel. jam. Discover the region's strawberry farming heritage during a visit to a strawberry farm, then continue to your hotel for dinner. Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner Hotel - Strawberry Park Resort Day 3 A Day to Explore Singapore Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
There are few things more important to the local Singaporeans than food and Day 9 you'll discover this as you 'Dive Into Culture' and spend the morning sampling the Off to Ipoh city's culinary delights that reflect its multi-cultural influences, including Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan. Rub shoulders with the locals at Geylang Serai Lush valleys and tea plantations provide a tranquil backdrop for today's drive market, which lies at the heart of the Malay community. Here you can indulge in through the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia's most extensive hill station. Snap a all-time Singaporean favourites like Roti Prata and Thosai taken with a frothy glass photo of the area's emerald landscape before driving to Perak Cave Temple, an of Teh Tarik. Continue to the Joo Chiat and Katong enclave where you will visit a extensive cave complex in Ipoh. Venture into the cave temple and see its Peranakan-style shophouse showcasing a display of local delicacies as well as beautifully painted murals and golden sitting Buddha statue, which dominates artefacts, nyonya attire, bags and beaded slippers. The shop is run by family the temple. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour of the charasmatic town of Ipoh members who are committed to preserving the Peranakan heritage through their and admire the colonial-style buildings which were once home to wealthy tin culinary and handicraft skills. This evening consider joining our 'Night Out at miners and today house trendy cafés and shops. Walk through the old town's Marina Bay' Optional Experience to enjoy the Rhapsody of Lights Show at narrow laneways and admire the street art that adorn its façades. Spend the rest Gardens by the Bay and views of Singapore from the Marina Bay Sands Skypark of your evening relaxing or consider visiting the night bazaar for some retail Observation Deck. therapy.
Included Meals - Breakfast Hotel - Weil
Day 4 Included Meals - Breakfast
Journey to Malacca Day 10 Leave the cityscape of Singapore behind bound for Malaysia, where your journey Continue to Georgetown begins with a visit to Kampung Cantik village. Here you'll 'Connect With Locals' Our journey to Penang this morning takes us past the royal town of Kuala and join a family for a 'Be My Guest' lunch before a walk around the village with a Kangsar where we'll visit the majestic Ubudiah Mosque, ranked as one of 'Local Specialist'. Admire the distinct Malacca kampong stilt houses and discover Malaysia's most beautiful mosques with its white marble and massive golden the scents and flavours of local fruits, herbs and spices that infuse the delicious dome. Afterwards we'll visit the workshop of a traditional keris maker to learn regional cuisine. Immerse yourself in the local culture and participate in some of about how these elaborately carved daggers are made and hear all about their the villagers' favourite pastimes such as top spinning and silat, a Malaysian art of spiritual meaning to the local people who believe that they possess magical self-defence. Then, continue to your hotel in Malacca and check-in for a relaxing powers. Later we'll drive over one of the longest bridges in Southeast Asia before evening. arriving in Penang, which we'll have an opportunity to explore at leisure after Hotel - Casa del Rio checking in to our hotel. This afternoon consider joining an Optional Experience to visit the majestic Kek Lok Si Temple and ascend Penang Hill by funicular railway. Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest Hotel - Penaga Day 5 Uncover Historic Malacca Included Meals - Breakfast
This morning, your 'Local Specialist' reveals the seamless fusion of Portuguese, Day 11 Dutch, British and Malay influences that have shaped the UNESCO-listed historic Explore Historical Georgetown city of Malacca. Embark on an informative walking tour past Dutch Square with its Immerse yourself in the Asia of yesteryear as you embark on a historical tour of Stadhuys and clock tower, reflecting the multi-cultural heritage of this once Georgetown. Begin your journey back in time with a quick photo stop at Fort vibrant trading port. Ascend to the top of Malacca Hill, then stroll along the river Cornwallis, where Captain Francis Light, the founder of the British colony in to Kampung Kuli where you'll discover colourful shopfronts displaying traditional Penang, first landed in 1786. Continue with a visit to the small home of the local crafts. This afternoon, board a leisurely cruise along the Malacca River, sailing past joss stick maker, a 'Local Specialist' who will demonstrate the almost-forgotten historic buildings, old godowns (warehouses), churches and villages. After a day of craft of making handmade joss sticks. Your next stop is to the intricately carved exploration enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants. Chinese clan house of Khoo Kongsi, where Chinese families of the same surname Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner gather together to worship their ancestors. Later, see the city's splendid colonial architecture and famous street art from the comfort of a traditional trishaw, Day 6 followed by an afternoon at leisure. Your epic journey across Singapore and Venture to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia almost at its end, you'll join your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the highlights of your trip. The commercial and culinary hub of Malaysia awaits - its skyscrapers and colourful street vendors yours to explore over the next two days. You'll visit Independence Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner Square and view the grand 19th century Sultan Abdul Samad Building, with a final stop to see the city's landmarks from the Sky Bridge observation deck perched Day 12 between the imposing 88-storey-high Petronas Twin Towers that tower over Farewell Penang Kuala Lumpur. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to explore Kuala Say farewell to newfound friends before taking a transfer to Penang International Lumpur on your terms. Airport for your onward flight. Hotel - Melia Kuala Lumpur Included Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip Book with your travel director when you travel
AVAILABLE ON DAY 3
Night Out at The Marina - Group Trip by Coach AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of Chinatown by Night creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel Intricate temples, sizzling street food and bustling night markets are yours offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of to explore in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown. You’ll spend the evening soaking reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic in the vibrant energy of this neighbourhood, strolling through the open-air tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that market and trying your hand at bargaining for local goods, before visiting provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple at the heart of it all. The burning jasmine, their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark rhythmic chant of the Hindu priest and mystical carvings will leave you with Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof a lasting impression of this ancient religion. Head back into the bustling like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in streets to sit down at a local restaurant for a delicious Malay dinner that the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore will bring the culinary traditions of this culture to life. The price shown is in River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more Malaysian Ringgit. than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars. Adult Price: RM335.00* Adult Price: S$73.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Penang Hill & Kek Lok Si Tour Night Out at The Marina - With Private Vehicle and Guide Kek Lok Si is a temple complex built in 1891 and is considered one of the The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of largest Buddhist temple complexes in Southeast Asia. See the 10,000 creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel statues of Buddha, wander around the temple and discover the Pond of offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of Longevity where hundreds of tortoises can be found year round and see reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic the enormous Kuan Yin Pavilion which is about 80 metres tall. Later, ascend tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that Penang Hill on the Swiss funicular railway passing through hill farms and provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in lush tropical rain forest. During the ride, enjoy breath-taking views of the their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark island of Penang and Mainland Malaysia. The price shown is in Malaysian Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof Ringgit. like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore Adult Price: RM386.00* River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars. subject to change. Adult Price: S$214.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. Colonial Singapore and Malaysia
Your itinerary
Start Location Visited Location
Plane End Location
Cruise Train
Over night Ferry
Day 1 Included Meals - Breakfast
Welcome to Singapore Day 7 A feast for the senses awaits in Singapore - a fantasyland of skyscrapers, lush Experience Vibrant Kuala Lumpur gardens and an intoxicating mix of cultures and cuisines, from India to China. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Later meet your Travel Director and We venture into the countryside this morning to visit a village inhabited by the fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception with local appetisers. Orang Asli, an ethnic group widely regarded as being Malaysia's original inhabitants. We'll delve into their history and traditions during a visit to the Orang Hotel - Swissotel Merchant Court Asli Museum, then stroll around the village with a 'Local Specialist', observing first- hand local traditions such as bamboo cooking and weaving. We return to Kuala Included Meals - Welcome Reception Lumpur, where we'll visit Chow Kit Market and watch how the locals haggle to get the best deals. Our next stop is the central Kuala Lumpur enclave of Kampung Day 2 Baru, where the ethnic Malay lifestyle has been preserved. Sample traditional See the sights of Singapore Malay sweets and cakes at the local food stalls before returning to the hotel for an Tread in the footsteps of Sir Stamford Raffles, launching your city tour on the spot afternoon at leisure. where it all began for colonial Singapore - Raffles Landing Site. Stroll along the Included Meals - Breakfast Singapore River through the Colonial District and see the landmarks that remain to this day, including the former Parliament House, the Victoria Theatre and the Day 8 Old Supreme Court Building. 'Dive Into Culture' and explore the contrasts of Onwards to the Cameron Highlands Singapore, from the red and gold façades of Chinatown to the intoxicating spice and vibrant flower garland vendors in Little India. Later, visit the UNESCO-listed Journey deep into the Malaysian countryside, stopping briefly at the Selangor Singapore Botanic Gardens and enjoy a leisurely stroll through its exquisite Pewter factory before continuing to Batu Caves, one of Malaysia's most iconic National Orchid Garden before spending the afternoon at leisure. This evening, a sights and a popular Hindu shrine. En route to the Cameron Highlands, enjoy a 'Local Specialist' demonstrates the delicate craft of Chinese Calligraphy before quick photo stop at the Lata Iskandar Waterfall, then continue to Tanah Rata for a dinner at a local Chinese restaurant. Stroll through the narrow lanes of the Night Trafalgar highlight - afternoon tea and scones with cream and locally produced Market and take a trishaw ride before returning to your hotel. jam. Discover the region's strawberry farming heritage during a visit to a strawberry farm, then continue to your hotel for dinner. Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner Hotel - Strawberry Park Resort Day 3 A Day to Explore Singapore Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
There are few things more important to the local Singaporeans than food and Day 9 you'll discover this as you 'Dive Into Culture' and spend the morning sampling the Off to Ipoh city's culinary delights that reflect its multi-cultural influences, including Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan. Rub shoulders with the locals at Geylang Serai Lush valleys and tea plantations provide a tranquil backdrop for today's drive market, which lies at the heart of the Malay community. Here you can indulge in through the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia's most extensive hill station. Snap a all-time Singaporean favourites like Roti Prata and Thosai taken with a frothy glass photo of the area's emerald landscape before driving to Perak Cave Temple, an of Teh Tarik. Continue to the Joo Chiat and Katong enclave where you will visit a extensive cave complex in Ipoh. Venture into the cave temple and see its Peranakan-style shophouse showcasing a display of local delicacies as well as beautifully painted murals and golden sitting Buddha statue, which dominates artefacts, nyonya attire, bags and beaded slippers. The shop is run by family the temple. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour of the charasmatic town of Ipoh members who are committed to preserving the Peranakan heritage through their and admire the colonial-style buildings which were once home to wealthy tin culinary and handicraft skills. This evening consider joining our 'Night Out at miners and today house trendy cafés and shops. Walk through the old town's Marina Bay' Optional Experience to enjoy the Rhapsody of Lights Show at narrow laneways and admire the street art that adorn its façades. Spend the rest Gardens by the Bay and views of Singapore from the Marina Bay Sands Skypark of your evening relaxing or consider visiting the night bazaar for some retail Observation Deck. therapy.
Included Meals - Breakfast Hotel - Weil
Day 4 Included Meals - Breakfast
Journey to Malacca Day 10 Leave the cityscape of Singapore behind bound for Malaysia, where your journey Continue to Georgetown begins with a visit to Kampung Cantik village. Here you'll 'Connect With Locals' Our journey to Penang this morning takes us past the royal town of Kuala and join a family for a 'Be My Guest' lunch before a walk around the village with a Kangsar where we'll visit the majestic Ubudiah Mosque, ranked as one of 'Local Specialist'. Admire the distinct Malacca kampong stilt houses and discover Malaysia's most beautiful mosques with its white marble and massive golden the scents and flavours of local fruits, herbs and spices that infuse the delicious dome. Afterwards we'll visit the workshop of a traditional keris maker to learn regional cuisine. Immerse yourself in the local culture and participate in some of about how these elaborately carved daggers are made and hear all about their the villagers' favourite pastimes such as top spinning and silat, a Malaysian art of spiritual meaning to the local people who believe that they possess magical self-defence. Then, continue to your hotel in Malacca and check-in for a relaxing powers. Later we'll drive over one of the longest bridges in Southeast Asia before evening. arriving in Penang, which we'll have an opportunity to explore at leisure after Hotel - Casa del Rio checking in to our hotel. This afternoon consider joining an Optional Experience to visit the majestic Kek Lok Si Temple and ascend Penang Hill by funicular railway. Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest Hotel - Penaga Day 5 Uncover Historic Malacca Included Meals - Breakfast
This morning, your 'Local Specialist' reveals the seamless fusion of Portuguese, Day 11 Dutch, British and Malay influences that have shaped the UNESCO-listed historic Explore Historical Georgetown city of Malacca. Embark on an informative walking tour past Dutch Square with its Immerse yourself in the Asia of yesteryear as you embark on a historical tour of Stadhuys and clock tower, reflecting the multi-cultural heritage of this once Georgetown. Begin your journey back in time with a quick photo stop at Fort vibrant trading port. Ascend to the top of Malacca Hill, then stroll along the river Cornwallis, where Captain Francis Light, the founder of the British colony in to Kampung Kuli where you'll discover colourful shopfronts displaying traditional Penang, first landed in 1786. Continue with a visit to the small home of the local crafts. This afternoon, board a leisurely cruise along the Malacca River, sailing past joss stick maker, a 'Local Specialist' who will demonstrate the almost-forgotten historic buildings, old godowns (warehouses), churches and villages. After a day of craft of making handmade joss sticks. Your next stop is to the intricately carved exploration enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants. Chinese clan house of Khoo Kongsi, where Chinese families of the same surname Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner gather together to worship their ancestors. Later, see the city's splendid colonial architecture and famous street art from the comfort of a traditional trishaw, Day 6 followed by an afternoon at leisure. Your epic journey across Singapore and Venture to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia almost at its end, you'll join your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the highlights of your trip. The commercial and culinary hub of Malaysia awaits - its skyscrapers and colourful street vendors yours to explore over the next two days. You'll visit Independence Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner Square and view the grand 19th century Sultan Abdul Samad Building, with a final stop to see the city's landmarks from the Sky Bridge observation deck perched Day 12 between the imposing 88-storey-high Petronas Twin Towers that tower over Farewell Penang Kuala Lumpur. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to explore Kuala Say farewell to newfound friends before taking a transfer to Penang International Lumpur on your terms. Airport for your onward flight. Hotel - Melia Kuala Lumpur Included Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip Book with your travel director when you travel
AVAILABLE ON DAY 3
Night Out at The Marina - Group Trip by Coach AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of Chinatown by Night creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel Intricate temples, sizzling street food and bustling night markets are yours offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of to explore in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown. You’ll spend the evening soaking reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic in the vibrant energy of this neighbourhood, strolling through the open-air tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that market and trying your hand at bargaining for local goods, before visiting provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple at the heart of it all. The burning jasmine, their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark rhythmic chant of the Hindu priest and mystical carvings will leave you with Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof a lasting impression of this ancient religion. Head back into the bustling like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in streets to sit down at a local restaurant for a delicious Malay dinner that the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore will bring the culinary traditions of this culture to life. The price shown is in River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more Malaysian Ringgit. than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars. Adult Price: RM335.00* Adult Price: S$73.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Penang Hill & Kek Lok Si Tour Night Out at The Marina - With Private Vehicle and Guide Kek Lok Si is a temple complex built in 1891 and is considered one of the The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of largest Buddhist temple complexes in Southeast Asia. See the 10,000 creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel statues of Buddha, wander around the temple and discover the Pond of offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of Longevity where hundreds of tortoises can be found year round and see reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic the enormous Kuan Yin Pavilion which is about 80 metres tall. Later, ascend tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that Penang Hill on the Swiss funicular railway passing through hill farms and provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in lush tropical rain forest. During the ride, enjoy breath-taking views of the their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark island of Penang and Mainland Malaysia. The price shown is in Malaysian Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof Ringgit. like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore Adult Price: RM386.00* River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars. subject to change. Adult Price: S$214.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. Colonial Singapore and Malaysia
Your itinerary
Start Location Visited Location
Plane End Location
Cruise Train
Over night Ferry
Day 1 Included Meals - Breakfast
Welcome to Singapore Day 7 A feast for the senses awaits in Singapore - a fantasyland of skyscrapers, lush Experience Vibrant Kuala Lumpur gardens and an intoxicating mix of cultures and cuisines, from India to China. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Later meet your Travel Director and We venture into the countryside this morning to visit a village inhabited by the fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception with local appetisers. Orang Asli, an ethnic group widely regarded as being Malaysia's original inhabitants. We'll delve into their history and traditions during a visit to the Orang Hotel - Swissotel Merchant Court Asli Museum, then stroll around the village with a 'Local Specialist', observing first- hand local traditions such as bamboo cooking and weaving. We return to Kuala Included Meals - Welcome Reception Lumpur, where we'll visit Chow Kit Market and watch how the locals haggle to get the best deals. Our next stop is the central Kuala Lumpur enclave of Kampung Day 2 Baru, where the ethnic Malay lifestyle has been preserved. Sample traditional See the sights of Singapore Malay sweets and cakes at the local food stalls before returning to the hotel for an Tread in the footsteps of Sir Stamford Raffles, launching your city tour on the spot afternoon at leisure. where it all began for colonial Singapore - Raffles Landing Site. Stroll along the Included Meals - Breakfast Singapore River through the Colonial District and see the landmarks that remain to this day, including the former Parliament House, the Victoria Theatre and the Day 8 Old Supreme Court Building. 'Dive Into Culture' and explore the contrasts of Onwards to the Cameron Highlands Singapore, from the red and gold façades of Chinatown to the intoxicating spice and vibrant flower garland vendors in Little India. Later, visit the UNESCO-listed Journey deep into the Malaysian countryside, stopping briefly at the Selangor Singapore Botanic Gardens and enjoy a leisurely stroll through its exquisite Pewter factory before continuing to Batu Caves, one of Malaysia's most iconic National Orchid Garden before spending the afternoon at leisure. This evening, a sights and a popular Hindu shrine. En route to the Cameron Highlands, enjoy a 'Local Specialist' demonstrates the delicate craft of Chinese Calligraphy before quick photo stop at the Lata Iskandar Waterfall, then continue to Tanah Rata for a dinner at a local Chinese restaurant. Stroll through the narrow lanes of the Night Trafalgar highlight - afternoon tea and scones with cream and locally produced Market and take a trishaw ride before returning to your hotel. jam. Discover the region's strawberry farming heritage during a visit to a strawberry farm, then continue to your hotel for dinner. Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner Hotel - Strawberry Park Resort Day 3 A Day to Explore Singapore Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
There are few things more important to the local Singaporeans than food and Day 9 you'll discover this as you 'Dive Into Culture' and spend the morning sampling the Off to Ipoh city's culinary delights that reflect its multi-cultural influences, including Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan. Rub shoulders with the locals at Geylang Serai Lush valleys and tea plantations provide a tranquil backdrop for today's drive market, which lies at the heart of the Malay community. Here you can indulge in through the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia's most extensive hill station. Snap a all-time Singaporean favourites like Roti Prata and Thosai taken with a frothy glass photo of the area's emerald landscape before driving to Perak Cave Temple, an of Teh Tarik. Continue to the Joo Chiat and Katong enclave where you will visit a extensive cave complex in Ipoh. Venture into the cave temple and see its Peranakan-style shophouse showcasing a display of local delicacies as well as beautifully painted murals and golden sitting Buddha statue, which dominates artefacts, nyonya attire, bags and beaded slippers. The shop is run by family the temple. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour of the charasmatic town of Ipoh members who are committed to preserving the Peranakan heritage through their and admire the colonial-style buildings which were once home to wealthy tin culinary and handicraft skills. This evening consider joining our 'Night Out at miners and today house trendy cafés and shops. Walk through the old town's Marina Bay' Optional Experience to enjoy the Rhapsody of Lights Show at narrow laneways and admire the street art that adorn its façades. Spend the rest Gardens by the Bay and views of Singapore from the Marina Bay Sands Skypark of your evening relaxing or consider visiting the night bazaar for some retail Observation Deck. therapy.
Included Meals - Breakfast Hotel - Weil
Day 4 Included Meals - Breakfast
Journey to Malacca Day 10 Leave the cityscape of Singapore behind bound for Malaysia, where your journey Continue to Georgetown begins with a visit to Kampung Cantik village. Here you'll 'Connect With Locals' Our journey to Penang this morning takes us past the royal town of Kuala and join a family for a 'Be My Guest' lunch before a walk around the village with a Kangsar where we'll visit the majestic Ubudiah Mosque, ranked as one of 'Local Specialist'. Admire the distinct Malacca kampong stilt houses and discover Malaysia's most beautiful mosques with its white marble and massive golden the scents and flavours of local fruits, herbs and spices that infuse the delicious dome. Afterwards we'll visit the workshop of a traditional keris maker to learn regional cuisine. Immerse yourself in the local culture and participate in some of about how these elaborately carved daggers are made and hear all about their the villagers' favourite pastimes such as top spinning and silat, a Malaysian art of spiritual meaning to the local people who believe that they possess magical self-defence. Then, continue to your hotel in Malacca and check-in for a relaxing powers. Later we'll drive over one of the longest bridges in Southeast Asia before evening. arriving in Penang, which we'll have an opportunity to explore at leisure after Hotel - Casa del Rio checking in to our hotel. This afternoon consider joining an Optional Experience to visit the majestic Kek Lok Si Temple and ascend Penang Hill by funicular railway. Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest Hotel - Penaga Day 5 Uncover Historic Malacca Included Meals - Breakfast
This morning, your 'Local Specialist' reveals the seamless fusion of Portuguese, Day 11 Dutch, British and Malay influences that have shaped the UNESCO-listed historic Explore Historical Georgetown city of Malacca. Embark on an informative walking tour past Dutch Square with its Immerse yourself in the Asia of yesteryear as you embark on a historical tour of Stadhuys and clock tower, reflecting the multi-cultural heritage of this once Georgetown. Begin your journey back in time with a quick photo stop at Fort vibrant trading port. Ascend to the top of Malacca Hill, then stroll along the river Cornwallis, where Captain Francis Light, the founder of the British colony in to Kampung Kuli where you'll discover colourful shopfronts displaying traditional Penang, first landed in 1786. Continue with a visit to the small home of the local crafts. This afternoon, board a leisurely cruise along the Malacca River, sailing past joss stick maker, a 'Local Specialist' who will demonstrate the almost-forgotten historic buildings, old godowns (warehouses), churches and villages. After a day of craft of making handmade joss sticks. Your next stop is to the intricately carved exploration enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants. Chinese clan house of Khoo Kongsi, where Chinese families of the same surname Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner gather together to worship their ancestors. Later, see the city's splendid colonial architecture and famous street art from the comfort of a traditional trishaw, Day 6 followed by an afternoon at leisure. Your epic journey across Singapore and Venture to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia almost at its end, you'll join your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the highlights of your trip. The commercial and culinary hub of Malaysia awaits - its skyscrapers and colourful street vendors yours to explore over the next two days. You'll visit Independence Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner Square and view the grand 19th century Sultan Abdul Samad Building, with a final stop to see the city's landmarks from the Sky Bridge observation deck perched Day 12 between the imposing 88-storey-high Petronas Twin Towers that tower over Farewell Penang Kuala Lumpur. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to explore Kuala Say farewell to newfound friends before taking a transfer to Penang International Lumpur on your terms. Airport for your onward flight. Hotel - Melia Kuala Lumpur Included Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip Book with your travel director when you travel
AVAILABLE ON DAY 3
Night Out at The Marina - Group Trip by Coach AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of Chinatown by Night creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel Intricate temples, sizzling street food and bustling night markets are yours offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of to explore in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown. You’ll spend the evening soaking reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic in the vibrant energy of this neighbourhood, strolling through the open-air tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that market and trying your hand at bargaining for local goods, before visiting provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple at the heart of it all. The burning jasmine, their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark rhythmic chant of the Hindu priest and mystical carvings will leave you with Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof a lasting impression of this ancient religion. Head back into the bustling like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in streets to sit down at a local restaurant for a delicious Malay dinner that the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore will bring the culinary traditions of this culture to life. The price shown is in River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more Malaysian Ringgit. than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars. Adult Price: RM335.00* Adult Price: S$73.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Penang Hill & Kek Lok Si Tour Night Out at The Marina - With Private Vehicle and Guide Kek Lok Si is a temple complex built in 1891 and is considered one of the The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of largest Buddhist temple complexes in Southeast Asia. See the 10,000 creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel statues of Buddha, wander around the temple and discover the Pond of offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of Longevity where hundreds of tortoises can be found year round and see reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic the enormous Kuan Yin Pavilion which is about 80 metres tall. Later, ascend tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that Penang Hill on the Swiss funicular railway passing through hill farms and provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in lush tropical rain forest. During the ride, enjoy breath-taking views of the their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark island of Penang and Mainland Malaysia. The price shown is in Malaysian Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof Ringgit. like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore Adult Price: RM386.00* River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars. subject to change. Adult Price: S$214.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. Colonial Singapore and Malaysia
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Day 1 Included Meals - Breakfast
Welcome to Singapore Day 7 A feast for the senses awaits in Singapore - a fantasyland of skyscrapers, lush Experience Vibrant Kuala Lumpur gardens and an intoxicating mix of cultures and cuisines, from India to China. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Later meet your Travel Director and We venture into the countryside this morning to visit a village inhabited by the fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception with local appetisers. Orang Asli, an ethnic group widely regarded as being Malaysia's original inhabitants. We'll delve into their history and traditions during a visit to the Orang Hotel - Swissotel Merchant Court Asli Museum, then stroll around the village with a 'Local Specialist', observing first- hand local traditions such as bamboo cooking and weaving. We return to Kuala Included Meals - Welcome Reception Lumpur, where we'll visit Chow Kit Market and watch how the locals haggle to get the best deals. Our next stop is the central Kuala Lumpur enclave of Kampung Day 2 Baru, where the ethnic Malay lifestyle has been preserved. Sample traditional See the sights of Singapore Malay sweets and cakes at the local food stalls before returning to the hotel for an Tread in the footsteps of Sir Stamford Raffles, launching your city tour on the spot afternoon at leisure. where it all began for colonial Singapore - Raffles Landing Site. Stroll along the Included Meals - Breakfast Singapore River through the Colonial District and see the landmarks that remain to this day, including the former Parliament House, the Victoria Theatre and the Day 8 Old Supreme Court Building. 'Dive Into Culture' and explore the contrasts of Onwards to the Cameron Highlands Singapore, from the red and gold façades of Chinatown to the intoxicating spice and vibrant flower garland vendors in Little India. Later, visit the UNESCO-listed Journey deep into the Malaysian countryside, stopping briefly at the Selangor Singapore Botanic Gardens and enjoy a leisurely stroll through its exquisite Pewter factory before continuing to Batu Caves, one of Malaysia's most iconic National Orchid Garden before spending the afternoon at leisure. This evening, a sights and a popular Hindu shrine. En route to the Cameron Highlands, enjoy a 'Local Specialist' demonstrates the delicate craft of Chinese Calligraphy before quick photo stop at the Lata Iskandar Waterfall, then continue to Tanah Rata for a dinner at a local Chinese restaurant. Stroll through the narrow lanes of the Night Trafalgar highlight - afternoon tea and scones with cream and locally produced Market and take a trishaw ride before returning to your hotel. jam. Discover the region's strawberry farming heritage during a visit to a strawberry farm, then continue to your hotel for dinner. Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner Hotel - Strawberry Park Resort Day 3 A Day to Explore Singapore Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
There are few things more important to the local Singaporeans than food and Day 9 you'll discover this as you 'Dive Into Culture' and spend the morning sampling the Off to Ipoh city's culinary delights that reflect its multi-cultural influences, including Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan. Rub shoulders with the locals at Geylang Serai Lush valleys and tea plantations provide a tranquil backdrop for today's drive market, which lies at the heart of the Malay community. Here you can indulge in through the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia's most extensive hill station. Snap a all-time Singaporean favourites like Roti Prata and Thosai taken with a frothy glass photo of the area's emerald landscape before driving to Perak Cave Temple, an of Teh Tarik. Continue to the Joo Chiat and Katong enclave where you will visit a extensive cave complex in Ipoh. Venture into the cave temple and see its Peranakan-style shophouse showcasing a display of local delicacies as well as beautifully painted murals and golden sitting Buddha statue, which dominates artefacts, nyonya attire, bags and beaded slippers. The shop is run by family the temple. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour of the charasmatic town of Ipoh members who are committed to preserving the Peranakan heritage through their and admire the colonial-style buildings which were once home to wealthy tin culinary and handicraft skills. This evening consider joining our 'Night Out at miners and today house trendy cafés and shops. Walk through the old town's Marina Bay' Optional Experience to enjoy the Rhapsody of Lights Show at narrow laneways and admire the street art that adorn its façades. Spend the rest Gardens by the Bay and views of Singapore from the Marina Bay Sands Skypark of your evening relaxing or consider visiting the night bazaar for some retail Observation Deck. therapy.
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Day 4 Included Meals - Breakfast
Journey to Malacca Day 10 Leave the cityscape of Singapore behind bound for Malaysia, where your journey Continue to Georgetown begins with a visit to Kampung Cantik village. Here you'll 'Connect With Locals' Our journey to Penang this morning takes us past the royal town of Kuala and join a family for a 'Be My Guest' lunch before a walk around the village with a Kangsar where we'll visit the majestic Ubudiah Mosque, ranked as one of 'Local Specialist'. Admire the distinct Malacca kampong stilt houses and discover Malaysia's most beautiful mosques with its white marble and massive golden the scents and flavours of local fruits, herbs and spices that infuse the delicious dome. Afterwards we'll visit the workshop of a traditional keris maker to learn regional cuisine. Immerse yourself in the local culture and participate in some of about how these elaborately carved daggers are made and hear all about their the villagers' favourite pastimes such as top spinning and silat, a Malaysian art of spiritual meaning to the local people who believe that they possess magical self-defence. Then, continue to your hotel in Malacca and check-in for a relaxing powers. Later we'll drive over one of the longest bridges in Southeast Asia before evening. arriving in Penang, which we'll have an opportunity to explore at leisure after Hotel - Casa del Rio checking in to our hotel. This afternoon consider joining an Optional Experience to visit the majestic Kek Lok Si Temple and ascend Penang Hill by funicular railway. Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest Hotel - Penaga Day 5 Uncover Historic Malacca Included Meals - Breakfast
This morning, your 'Local Specialist' reveals the seamless fusion of Portuguese, Day 11 Dutch, British and Malay influences that have shaped the UNESCO-listed historic Explore Historical Georgetown city of Malacca. Embark on an informative walking tour past Dutch Square with its Immerse yourself in the Asia of yesteryear as you embark on a historical tour of Stadhuys and clock tower, reflecting the multi-cultural heritage of this once Georgetown. Begin your journey back in time with a quick photo stop at Fort vibrant trading port. Ascend to the top of Malacca Hill, then stroll along the river Cornwallis, where Captain Francis Light, the founder of the British colony in to Kampung Kuli where you'll discover colourful shopfronts displaying traditional Penang, first landed in 1786. Continue with a visit to the small home of the local crafts. This afternoon, board a leisurely cruise along the Malacca River, sailing past joss stick maker, a 'Local Specialist' who will demonstrate the almost-forgotten historic buildings, old godowns (warehouses), churches and villages. After a day of craft of making handmade joss sticks. Your next stop is to the intricately carved exploration enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants. Chinese clan house of Khoo Kongsi, where Chinese families of the same surname Included Meals - Breakfast, Regional Dinner gather together to worship their ancestors. Later, see the city's splendid colonial architecture and famous street art from the comfort of a traditional trishaw, Day 6 followed by an afternoon at leisure. Your epic journey across Singapore and Venture to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia almost at its end, you'll join your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the highlights of your trip. The commercial and culinary hub of Malaysia awaits - its skyscrapers and colourful street vendors yours to explore over the next two days. You'll visit Independence Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner Square and view the grand 19th century Sultan Abdul Samad Building, with a final stop to see the city's landmarks from the Sky Bridge observation deck perched Day 12 between the imposing 88-storey-high Petronas Twin Towers that tower over Farewell Penang Kuala Lumpur. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to explore Kuala Say farewell to newfound friends before taking a transfer to Penang International Lumpur on your terms. Airport for your onward flight. Hotel - Melia Kuala Lumpur Included Meals - Breakfast
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AVAILABLE ON DAY 3
Night Out at The Marina - Group Trip by Coach AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of Chinatown by Night creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel Intricate temples, sizzling street food and bustling night markets are yours offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of to explore in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown. You’ll spend the evening soaking reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic in the vibrant energy of this neighbourhood, strolling through the open-air tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that market and trying your hand at bargaining for local goods, before visiting provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple at the heart of it all. The burning jasmine, their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark rhythmic chant of the Hindu priest and mystical carvings will leave you with Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof a lasting impression of this ancient religion. Head back into the bustling like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in streets to sit down at a local restaurant for a delicious Malay dinner that the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore will bring the culinary traditions of this culture to life. The price shown is in River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more Malaysian Ringgit. than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars. Adult Price: RM335.00* Adult Price: S$73.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. subject to change.
AVAILABLE ON DAY 10 AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Penang Hill & Kek Lok Si Tour Night Out at The Marina - With Private Vehicle and Guide Kek Lok Si is a temple complex built in 1891 and is considered one of the The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of largest Buddhist temple complexes in Southeast Asia. See the 10,000 creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel statues of Buddha, wander around the temple and discover the Pond of offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of Longevity where hundreds of tortoises can be found year round and see reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic the enormous Kuan Yin Pavilion which is about 80 metres tall. Later, ascend tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that Penang Hill on the Swiss funicular railway passing through hill farms and provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in lush tropical rain forest. During the ride, enjoy breath-taking views of the their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark island of Penang and Mainland Malaysia. The price shown is in Malaysian Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof Ringgit. like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore Adult Price: RM386.00* River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars. subject to change. Adult Price: S$214.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.