From Bangkok to Singapore in two weeks, taking in beaches, national parks, exotic local food and gorgeous temples, as you journey down the western edge of Thailand and Malaysia.
Bangkokovernight train to Surat ThaniKhao Sok National ParkCheow Lan Lake boat tourvillage homestay and Thai cooking demonstration in Krabi ProvinceAo Nang with half day sea kayaking tripPenangGeorgetownKuala LumpurMelaka and trishaw tourSingapore
Description of Bangkok to Singapore small group holiday
Travel from Bangkok to Singapore, soaking up the traditional cultures, exotic flavours and beautiful landscapes of the region. With golden temples and saffron-robed monks, white sand beaches and bright blue skies, super-fresh seafood and a host of shopping spots, this journey from Thailand down the Malay Peninsula packs a huge amount into two weeks.
After bustling Bangkok, with its temples, tuk tuks and street vendors selling tasty Thai food, head to Khao Sok National Park, one of the oldest rainforests in the world, to explore, hike and take a longtail boat trip on Cheow Lan lake, surrounded by limestone cliffs. Relax on the beaches of Krabi Province and take a sea kayaking trip through the stunning inlets, caves and hidden lagoons of the Ao Thalane mangrove forests. In Malaysia, encounter the fusion of cultures that gives Penang its unique atmosphere and explore the streets of Melaka from a cycle rickshaw. Finally, arrive in Singapore, where Little India and Chinatown show the unmodernised face of this busy city-state.
There are lots of opportunities to meet people on this trip, too, for a real understanding of each country. An overnight sleeper train from Bangkok is a great chance to interact with the locals, while a village homestay with a family where you learn to cook authentic southern Thai food is a fun and unforgettable experience.
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Price information
£2120£1811To£2700excluding flights
Single supplement from £445 - £545.
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Holiday information
Small group tour, ideal for solos & couples:
Small group travel is not large group travel scaled down. It is modeled on independent travel – but with the advantage of a group leader to take care of the itinerary, accommodation and tickets, and dealing with the language. It’s easy to tick off the big sights independently – but finding those one-off experiences, local festivals, travelling markets and secret viewpoints is almost impossible for someone without the insider knowledge gained from years in the field. For those with limited time, a small group tour will save valuable time in planning, and on holiday.
Reviews
2 Reviews of Bangkok to Singapore small group holiday
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Reviewed on 06 Feb 2023 by Robert Helwick
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Terrific itinerary. Lots of variety and a delightful tour guide.
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Pack light
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
It benefitted local people and effort was made to reduce environmental impacts by using public transportation and other means.
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
It was a great experience.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2023 by Patricia (Pat) Ruble
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
An island tour of Phi Phi Island and several other islands in Ao Nang - fabulous swimmining and snorkeling!
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Too short of a time in Singapore - plan on spending another day or day to see the magnificient Gardens by the Bay.
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes - we visited a Muslim operated farm and prepared food and ate dinner with local people.
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Excellent - I would probably have cut a day in Khao Sok or Mekale to add the time in Singapore.
Responsible Travel
As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) holiday so that you can travel knowing we've worked to maximise the benefits of your holiday to local people and places, and minimise any negative impacts.
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As a global operator, we take our role in the tourism industry very seriously. We recognise the impact that tourism has on local communities and the environment, and we plan and operate all our tours with this front of our minds. We believe that every tour operator must be responsible in the way they conduct their business, to ensure the welfare of all people and the conservation of the environment.
We are committed to operating in a responsible manner, incorporating the principles of sustainable development in the way we provide our travellers with real life experiences. We believe that responsible travel is about the attitude you take with you and the choices you make when travelling - to respect and benefit local people, their cultures, economy and the environment. For example on trips like this one through South East Asia where dress standards are conservative, particularly outside of the major cities, we recommend our travellers (both female and male) wear loose, lightweight clothing so as not to offend, particularly when visiting religious sites.
Travelling through Thailand, Malaysia and on into Singapore reveals very diverse countries, each with its own individual landscape and culture. This trip has been designed to pass through these regions as considerately as possible, while maximising the experience of our group. We use local transport where ever possible, from an overnight sleeper train to tuk tuks, songthaews (adapted picked up trucks with bench seating) to public buses.
People
We stay in small, locally owned properties reflective of the local flavour, utilising both hotels and guesthouses and we support cottage industry staying with local hosts at a village homestay in southern Thailand.
All produce used throughout the trip is sourced locally en route. We eat at local restaurants, encourage our travellers to only purchase souvenirs from local artisans and recruit our on the ground team (including the group leader) from the local communities that we travel through. All these elements not only give a fantastic insight into the country and a snap shot of day to day life, but also puts valuable financial resources back into the local economy, creating jobs and supporting local businesses.
As a company our responsibilities don’t stop when our tours end. Our own in house foundation has been in operation for over 10 years; a not-for-profit fund that has distributed over AU$3 million to more than 70 non-government organisations since 2002, from health care, education, human rights, child welfare, sustainable development and in environmental and wildlife protection. Donations come from our travellers and are then matched by us dollar for dollar.
Projects in Thailand directly assisted by the foundation (and thus by our travellers to the region), include Friends of the Asian Elephant, which aims to protect and conserve the welfare of elephants - both domesticated and wild, providing free medical care and transportation when required and. Baan Unrak (House of Happiness), an orphanage and community relief centre for children and destitute women. Providing shelter, food, clothing, education, employment, love and support for those in need.
