11 days / 10 nights including 3 nights in Bangkok, E&O and 2 nights in Singapore
These contrasting cities epitomise South East Asia. Golden-spired temples and glittering palaces of Bangkok contrast with modern Singapore, bursting with atmosphere - and the Eastern & Oriental Express offers the ideal introduction to the excitement of both.
Day 1 : Overnight Flight
Fly from London Heathrow to Bangkok with British Airways / Quantas.
Days 2, 3 & 4 : Bangkok
Arrive in Bangkok, where you stay for three nights at your chosen hotel.
Thailand's capital city offers spectacular temples, colourful markets and a superb range or restaurants offering
the very best in Thai cuisine. Optional tours, such as a visit to the
wonderful Grand Palace, or the home of Thai Silk - Jim Thomson's House
- are available, please ask for details.
Days 5, 6 & 7 : Eastern & Oriental Express
Depart early evening on the E&O for the three-night journey to Singapore (Pullman Superior). Stops are made to visit the River Kwai, and the capital of Penang - Georgetown. A full description of the train journey can be found at the Train Schedules page.
Days 8 & 9 : Singapore
Arrive in Singapore, where you stay for two nights. This is a city full of energy and grand historical echoes, a true crossroads of Chinese, Indian and Western culture. There is much to see and do - beautiful Botanical Gardens, museums, galleries and of course, shopping, which is almost a national pastime.
Days 10 & 11 : Overnight Flight
Return to London, arriving at London Heathrow on Day 11.
Hong Kong Extension
We will be pleased to extend your Absolute Asia Holiday to visit the exciting city of Hong Kong. Please ask for further details.
Departures 2008 :
| January 23. | May 7. | September 17. |
| February 6, 13, 27. | June 11. | October 1, 15, 29. |
| March 12, 26. | July 9. | November 12, 19, 26. |
| April 16. | August 13. | December 17. |
Holiday Prices (per person) 2008 :
| Bangkok Hotel | Singapore Hotel | Jan - Mar | Apr - Jun | Jul - Sep | Oct - Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oriental | Raffles | £2,670 | £2,640 | £2,665 | £2,755 |
| The Oriental | The Oriental | £2,470 | £2,420* | £2,445* | £2,545 |
| Peninsula | The Oriental | £2,410 | £2,375 | £2,400 | £2,470 |
* Deduct £130 on departures April 16 - September 17 under "Oriental Summer" offer.
Surcharges
Flights between London - Bangkok / Singapore attract a supplement
as follows:-
July 9 and Aug 13 - £215, December 17 - £325
Supplements apply in either direction.
Flights are also available with Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways International.
Details on request.
Supplements
Flight upgrades are available, see Flight
Information.
E&O Upgrade - State Cabin £460.
