7 days / 6 nights
These diverse cities epitomise South-East Asia. The golden temples and glittering palaces of Bangkok contrast with the gleaming skyscrapers and luxury boutiques of modern Singapore - and the Eastern & Oriental Express offers the ideal introduction to the excitement of both.
Day 1 : Singapore
Arrive in Singapore for a two-night stay.
Day 2 : Singapore
Echoes of its colonial past intermingle with the modern, vibrant city that is Singapore today. Whether you wish to shop or visit one of the museums, galleries or the famed botanic gardens, there is much to see and do. Optional guided sightseeing can be arranged on request.
Day 3 : Eastern & Oriental Express
The Eastern & Oriental Express departs Singapore’s Keppel Road station in the morning. Having been welcomed on board the gleaming carriages, settle into your compartment. Enjoy the passing scenery as the train crosses to Malaysia via the causeway of the Straits of Johor. Lunch is served in one of the opulent dining cars.
Dress for dinner and then spend a relaxing evening in the Bar Car in the company of the resident pianist. During the evening, the E&OE pauses at Kuala Lumpur's magnificent Moorish-style station where you may disembark for a stroll. Retire to your compartment which has been transformed into a cosy bedroom by your personal steward.
Day 4 : Eastern & Oriental Express - Penang
Enjoy breakfast in your cabin before arriving in Butterworth. Here coaches take you across to colonial Georgetown, capital of Penang, on the local ferry. Enjoy a guided introductory tour with pre-World War II mosques, elaborately-roofed temples, churches, bazaars and colourful shophouses.
Reboard the waiting coaches for the short ferry ride back to Butterworth and the Eastern & Oriental Express for lunch. As the train crosses into Thailand spend the afternoon watching the changing scenery from the open deck of the Observation Car or relax in the comfort of the Saloon Car. Dinner is served in the sumptuous dining car.
Day 5 : Eastern & Oriental Express - River Kwai & Bangkok
After breakfast E&OE arrives at the River Kwai Bridge station where the train stops to allow you to disembark. Guides escort you on the short walk down to the jetty to board a local craft for a cruise along the lush greenery of the picturesque Kwai Yai river, passing under the Bridge. On board, a local historian provides a brief overview of the history of the Thailand-Burma railway and the bridge.
At the E&OE landing point board a motor coach for a brief trip past the North Temple and Chinese Cemetery to the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre. As you explore the informative museum, the historian is available to answer questions. There is time to visit the Don Rak War Cemetery adjacent to the museum if you wish.
Rejoin the coach for the transfer to Kanchanaburi railway station from where your E&OE journey continues with lunch. Arrive into Bangkok in the afternoon and transfer to your chosen Bangkok hotel for a two night stay.
Day 6 : Bangkok
Spend the day in Bangkok at your leisure, exploring the golden-spired temples and glittering palaces.
Day 7 : Departure
Your own onward arrangements.
Timetable
Arrive |
Depart |
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Day 1 |
Singapore (Keppel Road Station) | - | 11:10 |
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Check in from 10:00 | ||
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Kuala Lumpur | 20:15 | 21:25 |
Day 2 |
Butterworth (for Penang) | 08:45 | 11:00 |
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Guided tour of Georgetown | ||
Day 3 |
Kanchanaburi | 09:20 | 11:25 |
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Guided tour of River Kwai | ||
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Bangkok (Hualampong Station) | 14:45 | - |
Please note: All timings shown are for your guidance only. Confirmed timings will be supplied with your travel documents.
Departures 2011 :
| January 25. | May 6. | September 6. |
| February 8, 15. | June 3. | October 18, 25. |
| March 1, 8, 15. | July 1. | November 15, 22. |
| April 1. | August 5. | December 18, 25*. |
Holiday Prices (per person) 2011 :
Singapore Hotel |
Bangkok Hotel | January - March |
April - |
November - |
Raffles |
Mandarin Oriental | £2,305 | £2,195 | £2,325 |
Mandarin Oriental |
Mandarin Oriental | £2,045 | £1,965 | £2,095 |
The Shangri-La |
The Peninsula | £2,025 | £1,895 | £2,045 |
All itineraries can be tailored to your own personal needs. We can tailor make an itinerary to suit your plans.
Supplements
*Supplements may apply to this departure.
Prices are per person based on sharing accommodation (except for single cabin) and include:
- All table d'hôte meals on board.
- Complimentary tea and coffee in your compartment.
- Sightseeing tours as described.
- Accommodation and breakfast in a regular room at your chosen hotel.
Prices do not include :
- Travel Insurance.
- Gratuities.
- International flights to South East Asia. (International flights to South East Asia with British Airways / Qantas can be arranged on request).
- Flight Information.
