Wendy Wu Singapore to Bangkok by Rail

Singapore Sky Gardens
Spend an evening at Singapore’s Sky Garden, and learn the secrets of its remarkable SuperTree Grove and the towering gardens

Phuket Elephant Sanctuary
See elephants in their natural habitat where you’ll get to feed them and learn about their stories.

Cameron Highlands
Venture into Malaysia’s Cameron Highlands, where tea-clocked valleys and misty forests await

Bangkok
Discover Bangkok’s iconic sights, including the Royal Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha

Days 1-2: Arrive in Singapore
Fly overnight to Singapore. On arrival, you’ll be met by your local guide or National Escort before transfer to your hotel. Depending on your time of arrival, enjoy some free time before the evening’s dinner and welcome briefing.
(Dinner)

Day 3: Singapore
Begin your exploration of Singapore at the orchid garden, before taking a walking tour of the Civic District, home to beautiful colonial landmarks. Head to the Orchard Road, the city’s famous shopping street before taking a cruise along the river to see the skyline. Enjoy some free time before heading to the Sky Garden. Return to the hotel after dinner.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 4: Singapore to Malacca
Depart Singapore via the bridge Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Take a road trip to Malacca, learning about the country’s history from your National Escort. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in to your hotel before enjoying an introductory boat trip through the canals.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 5: Malacca to Kuala Lumpur
Immerse yourself in Malacca’s history with a town of the Old Town, visiting the Street of Harmony and stopping at a local craft museum. After lunch, drive to Tampin Station and board the train to Kuala Lumpur. On arrival, check into the hotel before an evening street food tour.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 6: Batu Cave and Kuala Lumpur
Hop on the metro and head to the Batu Caves, the one of the country’s most important Hindu Temples. Return to Kuala Lumpur and see some of the city’s landmarks including the Sultan Abdul Samad Clock Tower, the River of Life, and the Central Market. Finish the tour with a trip to the KL tower where you can enjoy brilliant views from the Skydeck.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 7: Cameron Highlands
Spend the morning at leisure before board the train to Tapah Road. Enjoy lunch before driving into the Cameron Highlands, with a stop at the Lata Iskandar Waterfall and an indigenous Orang Asli roadside shop. Continue to your hotel, arriving before dinner.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 8: Mossy Forest and Penang
This morning, take a relaxed hike to see the Mossy Forest, home to exotic plants such as ferns and pitcher plants. Afterwards, drive to a tea plantation to learn about local tea production. Later on, drive down to Ipoh, where you’ll board the train to Penang, which takes you through picturesque countryside and over Bukit Merah Lake. On arrival, transfer to your hotel in Georgetown.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 9: Georgetown and Penang Hill
Spend the morning exploring Georgetown, visiting the Penang Peranakan Mansion. After lunch, head to Penang Hill and ride the funicular train to the top. Stop en-route for refreshments at the restaurant before continuing to the Habitat, reaching a canopy walkway through the edge of the rainforest.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 10: Phuket
Enjoy a morning at leisure before transfer to the airport for a flight to Phuket. On arrival, enjoy time at leisure to relax or explore on your own.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 11: Phang Nga Bay
Hop on a speedboat and head to Phang Nga Bay, home to some of Thailand’s most spectacular scenery. Stop at Panak Island and canoe into its mysterious caves before heading back onto the speedboat for a trip around Koh Tapu. Return to the hotel in Phuket.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 12: Elephant Sanctuary & Street Food Tour
This morning, take part in ethical tourism with an unforgettable visit to the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary. Watch elephants roam freely in their lush jungle environment, help feed them, and discover the unique stories behind each one. Later, return to Phuket and set out on a flavorful street food tour, tasting the vibrant cuisine of Southern Thailand. As evening settles in, immerse yourself in the lively energy of a bustling night market.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 13: Village Life
Drive to Bang Rong Community for an immersive cultural experience. Take part in hands-on activities like pineapple harvesting, rubber tapping and coconut picking. After lunch, take a relaxing kayaking journey through the mangroves. Continue to Surat Thani.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 14: Surat Thani to Hua Hin
Transfer across the peninsula from Khao Sok to Surat Thani train station. Connect with a day train to Hua Hin. A lunch box with a sandwich, seasonal fruit and drinking water will be provided. The train takes around 5.5 hours but offers excellent views as it meanders up the coast to the seaside town of Hua Hin. Transfer to your hotel and relax until dinner.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 15: Hua Hin & Train to Bangkok
Enjoy a morning at leisure in Hua Hin before boarding a train to Bangkok in the afternoon.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 16: Death Railway
Take a day trip to Kanchanaburi to explore the history of the Thai-Burma ‘Death Railway,’ built under brutal conditions during WWII by Allied POWs and Asian laborers. Visit the Railway Museum, Allied War Cemetery, and Hellfire Pass, then ride the historic Death Railway across the iconic Bridge on the River Kwai. Return to Bangkok in the early evening for dinner at a local restaurant before heading back to your hotel.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 17: Bangkok City Tour
Discover Bangkok’s highlights on a morning city tour. Visit the Grand Palace and the revered Temple of the Emerald Buddha, then explore Wat Pho, home to over 1,000 Buddha images and the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. Stop at the amulet market to learn about Buddhist charms before lunch. Enjoy a free afternoon to relax or explore, followed by a farewell dinner to conclude your tour.
(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Day 18: Departure
Transfer to the airport for your flight home
(Breakfast)

• International flights
• 16nts in 3 & 4* accommodation
• All meals: 17 breakfasts, 18 lunches and 17 dinners
• Domestic transport
• Touring with guides and entrance fees

Classic
See the classic sights in the company of expert guides so you can really understand the history and culture of the destination. Everything is taken care of, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. The tours are fully inclusive with all meals and a comprehensive touring programme.

This tour has a maximum group size of 18 people per group

This tour has a physical rating of 1. A reasonable level of fitness is required, and you should expect to be on your feet for much of the day. You’ll be getting on and off coaches, trains or boats and walking around the sights, often including steps, plus occasional longer walks.

Important Information: Prices are available on request and will include all mandatory charges, taxes, and fees applicable to your booking. Some destinations may have local taxes or resort fees payable on arrival; these will be clearly confirmed in your personalised quote.