Bangkok to Singapore holiday
| country: | Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand |
| trip type: | A small group adventure |
| departures: | Departs most Saturdays and selected Sundays throughout the year |
| price: | From £620 (15 days) excluding flights. We can arrange flights from the UK. |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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introduction to Bangkok to Singapore holiday
From the busy streets of Bangkok, venture south, passing through the pristine beaches of Krabi to the colonial ports of Penang and Melaka before arriving in thriving Singapore. Along the way, let your senses be your guide as you absorb the region's historic heritage, cultural traditions and exotic cuisines.
day-by-day itinerary
| Days 1-2: | Bangkok. Sit down to a pad thai at a local street stall, soothe muscle fatigue with a traditional Thai massage or escape the city heat with a cruise along the Chao Phraya River. |
| Days 3-4: | Khao Sok National Park. Spend a night in a rustic bungalow amid ancient gnarled rainforest trees. There's time here to explore the jungle either by foot or on the back of an elephant. |
| Days 5-7: | Krabi. Sun-seekers will fall in love with Krabi's unspoilt beaches, the spectacular limestone cliffs will tempt avid rock climbers and scuba divers will be impressed by what lies beneath the turquoise waters. |
| Days 8-9: | Penang. A charismatic blend of colonial heritage, night markets and religious temples, Penang also offers a wide range of exotic sights and delicious cuisines. Relive colonial days along the streets of Georgetown and don't leave town without slurping on a bowl of spicy Penang Laksa. |
| Days 10-11: | Kuala Lumpur. The ultra-modern Petronas Towers may dominate the skyline, but KL still retains plenty of old-world charm. Shop for a bargain in one of its gleaming shopping centres, visit the nearby Batu Caves or sample some local treats around Petaling Street. |
| Days 12-13: | Melaka. With its colonial architecture and strong Malay, Indian and Chinese influences, Melaka is a true melting pot of cultures. Delve into its long history wandering the ruins of A'Famosa, tuck into a bowl of Nyonya laksa in Chinatown or browse the antique shops on Jonker Street. |
| Days 14-15: | Singapore. Indulge in the Singaporean pastimes of eating and shopping in Chinatown, Little India or along Orchard Road. |
traveller reviews for Bangkok to Singapore holiday
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small group adventure holiday
This is a 'small group adventure' - on our group trips you'll be with a maximum of 11 like minded travellers and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends it's good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting people from other parts of the world as well as seeing new places! (more) Because of our small group size, we're able to guarantee departures for all of our trips. Once you have booked and paid your deposit, your trip is guaranteed to go!
highly commended
This tourism business was Highly Commended in our 2007 Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards - the largest awards of their kind in the world, and organised by responsibletravel.com in association with The Times, World Travel Market and Geographical Magazine, of the Royal Geographical Society.Since 2004, the Awards has recognised individuals, companies and organisations in travel making a big commitment to the culture and economies of local communities and helping to conserve biodiversity.
award winner
This tourism business won an Award in our 2006 First Choice Responsible Tourism Awards - organised by responsibletravel.com in association with The Times, World Travel Market and Geographical Magazine, of the Royal Geographical Society. The central tenet of the Awards, in which winners are nominated by tourists, is that all types of tourism – from niche to mainstream – can and should be operated in a way that respects and benefits destinations and local people.
how this holiday makes a difference
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In Southern Thailand travellers begin to get into the truly relaxed spirit of Asia. Staying on beautiful beaches offers the chance to appreciate the stunning natural scenery of this area. In Khao Sok National Park the group stays in simple huts in the jungle and takes a guided walk through the rainforest, learning about flora and fauna of the region.
Throughout Malaysia travellers can experience the multicultural flavours in more ways than one - there's great temples, markets and fantastic restaurants to sample. The Island Hideaway of Kuala Kangsar is situated in the midst of a large lake in rural Malaysia. Our hosts, Intrepid's long-time friends Asiah and Aziz, offer travellers a fascinating insight into Malaysian life. They introduce groups to traditional food, local eating customs, and even dress everyone in traditional sarongs for the occasion. The environment around their homestay is also beautiful so free time is granted in order to appreciate the local forest and waterfall. |
Tourism can be good and bad for destinations & local people. We carefully screen every holiday against our criteria for responsible travel. 'Look behind the brochure' to find how each holiday makes a difference (see left). We don't claim to be perfect - there is no global accreditation - but we've led the way since 2001 and screened 1000's of holidays. We invite every traveller to write a review about their experiences and responsible tourism. This valuable feedback is sent to the people who run the holidays. We keep a very close eye on it and take off holidays that don't live up to our standards. |
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