Bangkok to Singapore - Overland Trip
2 ½ weeks: Bangkok to Singapore (IMT-SABS08)
Intro
Great journeys certainly dont come along every day. If youre planning a huge South East Asian experience or a two week adventure, this is a journey you shouldnt miss. Thailand will more than exceed your expectations - the people, the food and of course, the beaches - and Malaysia offers breathtaking scenery and a cultural melting pot. Join us heading south from Bangkok to the vibrant city of Singapore.Group Size
Max 18Activities
Optional watersports, hiking in Koh Pha Ngan and the Cameron HighlandsAccommodation
11 nights simple hotels, 4 nights beach bungalows (or hotel in Krabi), 1 overnight trainTransport
Private and public bus, songthaew (pick-up truck), ferry, sleeper trainFully Escorted
By Imaginative Traveller tour leaderMeals
One breakfast included. Allow US$12 per day for other mealsITINERARY NOTE
From November - April the tour visits Krabi Province instead of Koh Pha Ngan. Please see trip dossier for more details. 11th September 2008 departure - please note there is a supplement on this departure because of the Formula 1 taking place at this time. We also will not be able to book any post-tour accommodation in Singapore for this departure.Itineraries
Day 1, BANGKOKArrive in Bangkok and check in to hotel. Time to relax or explore the nearby Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keow and Wat Pho.
Day 2, BANGKOK RIVER KWAIEarly departure from Bangkok. We drive to Kanchanaburi and visit the Bridge on the River Kwai, JEATH Museum and War Cemetery. In the afternoon we continue to Nakhon Pathom for the overnight train journey to Surat Thani. (B)
Day 3, KOH PHA NGANTravel to Koh Pha Ngan by ferry and continue by jungle pick-up truck to Thongnaipan beach, one of Thailands most beautiful beaches. Overnight in beach bungalows.
Days 4-6, KOH PHA NGANThree full days to do as you please. There are many options; snorkelling, diving, jungle and waterfall walks, boat trips to surrounding highlights and just lazing on the beach.
Day 7, SATUNToday we leave our island paradise and catch the ferry back to the Thai mainland. Continue to Satun, a fishing town on the Andaman Sea coast.
Day 8, PENANGTravel via Butterworth to the famous island of Penang with its beautiful colonial buildings and wonderfully atmospheric Chinatown - one of the most exciting in the region.
Day 9, PENANGA free day to explore the markets, beaches and interesting buildings of Penang.
Day 10, CAMERON HIGHLANDSWe head back to the mainland and journey south to the spectacular hill country of the Cameron Highlands.
Day 11, CAMERON HIGHLANDSToday you can take jungle walks and visit tea plantations and spice gardens - even pick your own strawberries. Day 12, KUALA LUMPUR We continue to the capital of Malaysia, an interesting mix of cultures and colonial influences. At night you can visit the famous KL night market.
Day 13, KUALA LUMPURFree day. Optional visit to the Batu Caves.
Day 14, MELAKATravel to Melaka, the capital of the Melaka Sultanate. This beautiful town reflects Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and British influences. The rest of the day is free to wander around.
Day 15, MELAKAA free day to explore this amazing mix of cultures.
Day 16, SINGAPOREDrive to the vibrant island citystate of Singapore and transfer to our hotel. Tonight we have the opportunity to eat together and reflect upon our amazing journey from Bangkok to Singapore.
Day 17, SINGAPORETour ends.
Last updated: 8th June 2008
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