Singapore-Bangkok New Years Eve
(4 nights special itinerary)

Prices

	2013

Pullman Superior/Single	US$3,940
State Cabin	US$5,510
Presidential Suite	US$7,740

Prices are per person based on sharing accommodation (except for single cabin) and include: All table d'hôte meals on board, with complimentary tea and coffee in your cabin, and sightseeing tours as described.

Departure Dates

2013
December 29

Itinerary

Day 1 – Singapore

Depart from Singapore in the afternoon and settle into your private cabin as the Eastern & Oriental Express journey begins.
The train sets off through the city, over the causeway into Malaysia and out into the countryside.
An indulgent afternoon tea is served; after you can spend time exploring the train and chatting with fellow guests.
Enjoy dinner in one of the opulent dining cars whilst the resident pianist plays in the Bar Car.
Retire to your cabin which has now converted into a cosy bedroom.

Day 2 – Penang (Butterworth)

Breakfast is served in your cabin before the day’s adventures begin.
Disembark at Butterworth, Penang, ready to explore the fragrant Tropical Spice Garden, which boasts over 500 varieties of herbs, spices and other flora in a hillside setting.
Enjoy a tour of Georgetown, which includes Khoo Kongsi, the grandest clan temple complex in Malaysia, and the ornate Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
A trishaw ride through Georgetown’s old streets is part of the tour, as is a sumptuous Tiffin lunch at the E&O Hotel.
On return to the train, you are served afternoon tea and later an elegant dinner as the train makes its way towards Thailand.

Day 3 – Surat Thani & Hua Yai

Enjoy breakfast in your cabin before leaving the train for a private visit to the Monkey Training College at Surat Thani, in Southern Thailand.
Here, the monkeys are taught to harvest coconuts, so they can help the local farmers pick the ripe ones without causing damage.
After your visit, lunch is served on board, the afternoon is at your leisure.
In the evening, dress up as a sublime New Year’s Dinner with a special celebratory menu is served on the train.
After dinner guests are invited to change into their favorite beach outfit and head down to the beach for a New Years celebration party, with live music, champagne, fireworks and much more.

Day 4 – Kanchanaburi & Wang Po

Begin the New Year with an indulgent and leisurely morning on board.
The E&O will cross the historic Bridge over the River Kwai in the early morning and travels towards Wang Po where we continue along the famous trestles at the Tham Kasae viaduct – one the railway’s most scenic stretches.
A champagne brunch is served to welcome in 2013 before your arrival at Kanchanaburi.
Those who wish can enjoy an afternoon tour that includes a cruise along the river, a visit to the Thailand-Burma Railway Museum and the Don Rak War Cemetery.
Back on board, there is time to enjoy an aperitif in the bar before a sumptuous dinner is served.

Day 5 – Bangkok

Arrive at 09:30am and disembark in Bangkok for your onward journey.

Timetable		Arrive	Depart

Day 1	Depart from Singapore Afternoon Tea and Dinner	-	15:00
Day 2	Arrive Penang Day tour of Georgetown including Lunch Afternoon Tea and Dinner	08:30	16:30
Day 3	Arrive Surat Thani Monkey Training College New Year's Eve Beach Party Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Dinner	08:30	23:30
Day 4	Kanchanaburi & River Kwai Optional tour to Bridge over the River Kwai, Cemetery & Museum Champagne Brunch and Farewell Dinner	15:00	17:00
Day 5	Arrive in Bangkok	09:30	-

Please note: All timings shown are for your guidance only. Confirmed timings will be supplied with your travel documents.

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Singapore-Bangkok New Years Eve(4 nights special itinerary)

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Singapore-Bangkok New Years Eve
(4 nights special itinerary)