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Overland Singapore Malaysia &
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Day 1 Arrive Singapore
As we arrive to this world famous metropolis, we are warmly greeted and
transferred to
our
hotel. The drive from the airport is in itself the beginning of the wonderful
experiences we will have with people, culture and scenery.
Overnight: Copthorn Orchid, Singapore (2 nights)
Day 2 Singapore
Morning tour of Singapore will include a drive through the very interesting and
busy Orchard Street followed by a tour of Indiatown, the Arabtown and the
Chinatown showing a multicultural background of Singaporeans. We take a glimpse
at the world famous Raffel Hotel. Afternoon is at leisure to explore Singapore
and take advantage of the bargains in the duty free city-state. (B)
Day 3 Singapore / Tampin / Malacca
Early morning we are transferred to the railway station for the 8:00 AM
departure for an interesting three hours train ride to Tampin (train timing
subject to change). Enjoy the rural scenery as the train passes through villages
and plantations. As we arrive our local guide meets us and we proceed to
Malacca. We tour the historic sites: Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the oldest
functioning Chinese temple in Malaysia (under renovation, we will see the front
of it), Kampung Kling Mosque, Jonker Street (Antique Row), Baba & Nyonya Museum,
Stadhuy's Building, Malacca Clock Tower, Christ Church and the famous Porta de
Santiago.
Overnight: Renaissance Hotel, Malacca (1 night) (B)
Day
4: Malacca / Kuala Lumpur
Depart by 8:30 AM for Kuala Lumpur. Upon arrival tour capital city of Malaysia:
a photo stop at the King's Palace, National Mosque & Railway Station, National
Monument, Independence Square, Sultan Abdul, photo stops at the famous Samad
building and the Selangor Club, St Mary's Church and the world tallest
free-standing flagpole. Continue to visit the Seri Mahamariaman Temple and the
colourful Chinatown for bargain hunting. We culminate the city tour with a visit
to the tallest Communication Tower in South East Asia for a panoramic view of
the City.
Overnight: Ming Court, Kuala Lumpur (2 nights) (B)
Day 5: Kuala Lumpur
Morning tour of the Countryside where we visit the Ambassadors Road, a pewter
factory, (Malaysia is one of the biggest producer of tin), Batu Caves, (except
during Thaipusam in January), the sacred cave temple for the Hindus and a batik
factory. Balance of the day at leisure to discover the good bargains, cafes and
restaurants of Kuala Lumpur. (B)
Day 6: Kuala Lumpur / Cameron Highlands
Morning we depart for the Cameron Highland, which is located at 1542 meters
above sea level and famed for its tea plantations and cool temperatures. En
route, we visit a basket weaving cottage industry, Lata Iskandar Waterfall and a
native settlement. Balance of the day at leisure to enjoy the cool, crisp air of
the Cameron Highlands.
Overnight: Strawberry Park, Cameron Highlands (1 night) (B)
Day 7: Cameron Highlands /
Penang
Morning
tour of the Cameron Highlands including the tea plantation, tea factory, market
place and the famous butterfly farm. Afternoon, we depart for Penang visiting
the Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple in Ipoh, the Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and
Istana Kenangan. We cross over to Penang using the fifth longest bridge in the
world
Overnight: Bayview Beach Resort, Penang (2 nights) (B)
Day 8: Penang
Morning is our tour of this interesting town and beach resort which includes the
3rd longest Reclining Buddha in the world, next is the Botanical Gardens which
offers lush green surroundings with a wide variety of tropical plants and bird
life. Visit the Kek Lok Si Temple built in 1904, the most beautiful and largest
Buddha Temple Complex in South East Asia and is known as the Temple of 1000
Buddhas and Fort Cornwallis where Captain Francis Light first landed. Continue
to the old part of Georgetown where the Khoo Kong Si Clan House is located.
Enjoy a breezy trishaw ride. Late evening, you can explore the nightlife along
Batu Ferringhi- the Penang style. (B)
Day 9: Penang / Butterworth / Thailand (Train)
Morning we are transferred to Butterworth to board the international train to
Bangkok, departing at 14:12 Hrs. Using the comfortable 2nd Class sleeping berth,
we cross the southern Thailand Peninsula arriving Bangkok, the capital city the
next day.
Overnight: on the Train (1 night) (B)
Day 10: Arrive Bangkok
Afternoon is at leisure. Evening we take an interesting cruise on the River Chao
Phraya. This journey is the most pleasant way to discover the many riches of the
city and pass through historical and religious monuments including the Royal
Barges which houses exquisite carvings of mythical figures.
Overnight: Amari Atrium, Bangkok (3 nights) (B)
Day 11: Bangkok
Morning we take a tour of the "city of smiles" and visit the magnificent Grand
Palace followed by the Emerald Buddha Temple and the popular Wat Pho - the
reclining Buddha. We drive around the city and witness the everyday activities
of the people residing along the banks of the Chao Phraya, the mighty "River of
Kings". Afternoon is free for taking optional tours. (B)
Day 12: Bangkok
Day at leisure. Bangkok is probably the world's best shopping paradise and you
would need the time for bargain hunting. (B)
Day 13: Depart Bangkok
After an interesting overland journey through these three countries, we bid
farewell as we are transferred to the airport for our departure flight. (B).
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