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Splendour Of Asia - Chiang Mai to Bangkok to Singapore
13 Days / 12 Nights from US$ 5,720



A classic journey through the heart of South East Asia aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express, from Chiang Mai to glittering Bangkok, travelling through Malaysia en route to completing the journey in elegant Singapore.


Departure Dates

2009
November 22

Holiday Prices

Prices

HotelsPrice
Chiang MaiBangkokSingapore
Dhara DheviMandarin OrientalRafflesfrom US$ 6,805
Dhara DheviThe PeninsulaMandarin Orientalfrom US$ 6,155

Prices are quoted per person and may vary according to season.

Eastern & Oriental State Compartment Upgrade: US$ 1,210


Hotel Options

The prices in the table above are based on a selection of hotels. However, when you book online you may choose from any combination of the hotels listed below and the holiday price will be calculated according to your choice.

Chiang Mai
Dhara Dhevi

Bangkok
The Peninsula
Mandarin Oriental Bangkok

Singapore
Mandarin Oriental Singapore
Raffles Hotel

What's Included

All prices shown are per person based on sharing and include:
  • Pullman accommodation on the E&O
  • Accommodation and breakfast in a regular room at your chosen hotel
  • All transfers throughout your holiday
  • Sightseeing as shown in the itinerary

Itinerary

Sunday: Chiang Mai

Three nights stay Chiang Mai in the Colonial Suite at Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi.

(Breakfast included).


Monday: Chiang Mai

Half-day city and temples tour with Doi Suthep on a day of your choice.

(Breakfast included).


Tuesday: Chiang Mai

Tuesday, further optional sightseeing available on request.

(Breakfast included).


Wednesday: Eastern & Oriental Express to Bangkok

Board the Eastern & Oriental Express for lunch and travel to Khao Yai. Here visit local vineyards and have the opportunity to taste “new latitude wines”. Rejoin the train in the early evening in time for dinner.

(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included. Overnight on board).


Thursday: Eastern & Oriental Express - Bangkok

The train arrives this morning in Sawankhaloke, where you visit Si Satchanalai, part of the northernmost citadel of the ancient Khmer empire. Explore the impressive 13th-century Buddhist temples. Return to the train at Sila At for lunch as your journey continues. Mid afternoon disembark at Lampang for a horse-drawn carriage ride to Baan Sao Nok – “the house of many pillars”. Enjoy tea as you tour the house, built in traditional Lana style. Return to the train to prepare for dinner and a final night on board.

(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included).


Friday: Bangkok

Two nights Bangkok in the Superior River Wing room at The Mandarin Oriental or Deluxe room at The Peninsula.

(Breakfast included).


Saturday: Bangkok

Half Day car and guide at disposal.

(Breakfast included).


Sunday to Tuesday: Eastern & Oriental Express to Singapore

Sunday depart from Bangkok’s Hualampong station early evening. After being welcomed on board the gold and green liveried carriages, settle into your compartment. Dinner is served as the train leaves the city behind and travels into the Thai countryside. Retire to your compartment, now transformed into a bedroom by your personal steward.

(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included).


Monday: Eastern & Oriental Express to Singapore

Monday for early risers there is the excitement of the train making its way on the trestle viaduct from Wang Po. Later arrive at the River Kwai Bridge station, where you disembark for a cruise on the river on board a local raft. During the cruise a local historian provides a brief overview of the history of the Thailand-Burma railway and the bridge. Disembark for a visit to the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre and, for those who wish, the Don-Rak War cemetery. Rejoin the train for lunch, a relaxing afternoon, dinner and a further night on board.

(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included).


Tuesday: Eastern & Oriental Express to Singapore

Tuesday brunch is served before arriving in Butterworth, where you cross by coach on the local ferry to Penang Island. Your visit includes a trip to the Kho Kongsi clan house, a trishaw ride and a drink at the charming “E&O” Hotel. Return to the train and perhaps visit the observation car, before dinner and a final night on board.

(Breakfast, brunch and dinner included).



Wednesday

Wednesday arrive in Singapore late morning. Two nights Singapore, Courtyard suite at Raffles Hotel or Deluxe room at Mandarin Oriental Singapore.

(Breakfast included).



Thursday

Half-day city orientation tour with your private guide.

(Breakfast included).



Friday

Your own onward arrangements.

(Breakfast included).



All itineraries can be tailored to your own personal needs. We can tailor make an itinerary to suit your plans. Simply email us with your requirements.

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