Luxury train through Asia

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Overview

The Eastern & Oriental Express - Bangkok to Singapore, with an addition to Bali

A visit to Asia can be cultural, relaxing, spiritual. This tour provides all three as you travel in luxury. Starting in Bangkok experience the vibrant and modern city. Continue by luxury train south through Thailand's countryside and into Malaysia. Upon disembarking from the iconic railroad continue to Bali, Indonesia to round out a rich and intriguing adventure.

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Itinerary

Day 1


Arrive Bangkok

If you haven't already arrived into the modern and vibrant city of Bangkok, today is the day. Upon arrival take your transfer to the hotel on the banks of Chao Phraya River.

Accommodation: The Peninsula Bangkok

Day 2


Bangkok

Today is a day of site-seeing and leisure. Travelling by tuk-tuk and boat visit:

  • the official residence of the kings and siam at the Grand Palace,
  • the Emerald Buddha Temple,
  • the historic neighborhood of Kudi Jeen; and
  • a local family bakery.

Meals Included: B |  L |  D

Accommodation: The Peninsula Bangkok

Day 3


Bangkok

Use the morning to slowly pack your bags, visit last minute locations of interest before you are transferred to the railway station.

The Eastern and Oriental Express with its Cherrywood panelling and green & gold coaches will be your home for the next few days. Unpack, and make your way to the dining car for your first of many meals with a beautiful view.

Meals Included: B |  D

Accommodation: Eastern & Oriental Express

Day 4


Kanchanaburi

Along your railway journey you will stop at the River Kwai Bridge station in the rural town of Kanchanaburi. This is your chance to get off your luxury train and onto a boat for a cruise down the Kwai Yai River. This location is significant due to the japanese occupation in World War II. Other stops today will include Thailand-Burma Railway Centre and Don Rak War Cemetery.

Meals Included: B |  L |  D

Accommodation: Eastern & Oriental Express

Day 5


Royal Town

Your breakfast and lunch today will be onboard. You can enjoy high class meals with beautiful vistas as you travel along the railway. After lunch disembark for an excursion to a rural village where you can meet the locals and experience life in their village. Following your village visit, travel to a rubber plantation before embarking and continuing on your railway adventure.

Meals Included: B |  L |  D

Accommodation: Eastern & Oriental Express

Day 6


City in a Garden

Your arrival today into the 'City in a Garden' aka Singapore, awaits.

Visit the National Orchid Garden, then after a hearty lunch enjoy your afternoon at leisure to explore the city.

Meals Included: B |  L |  D

Accommodation: Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

Day 7


Singapore

Today explore and experience Singapore. The international flavours of Arab Street's Sultan Mosque, the views of Singapore's harbour and the Thian Hock Keng Temple.

Meals Included: B |  D

Accommodation: Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

Day 8


Travel to Bali

After a short flight to Denpasar, welcome to Bali. Transfer to your resort among the lush tropical forests. Then have the remainder of your day at leisure.

Meals Included: B |  D

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan

Day 9


Bali

Your excursions today will take you to:

  • the Holy Water Temple of Sebatu
  • Ubud
  • afternoon of leisure in Ubud to explore the villages artisan shops and landscape.

Meals Included: B |  L

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan

Day 10


Bali

Surrounded by gardens, visit the Taman Ayun in the morning. Enjoy the complex at your leisure.

Once arriving at your resort, enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. Ensure to be ready for your evening meal, the final one with your group.

Meals Included: B |  D

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay

Day 11


Bali

Perched 250 fee above the water is the revered site of Pura Luhur Uluwatu Temple. A visit here today provides the opportunity of an amazing view of the best surf spots on the island. Here is also where the monkeys love to play!

Meals Included: B |  L

Accommodation: Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay

Day 12


Depart Bali

After breakfast, it is time to continue on your travels home or further through Asia.

Meals Included: B

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12 Day Tour


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