SingMaThai Delight

Tour Program Summary

Southeast Asia is a region of rich history, dynamic ethnic interaction, and charming landscape unparalleled in the world. Attentive visitors are immersed in a sea of visual and cultural experiences that will leave them with a deep impression. On this journey, you will visit Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. Each of the three countries teems with its own national identity as an energetic variation on the great theme of Asian civilization. You will be amazed at how cities and areas differ vastly yet express similar cultural values and ideas.

This journey begins in Singapore, a city-country that lies at the southern tip of the Malaysian peninsula in Southeast Asia. It’s been called the “Garden City” for its beautiful display of nature despite the abundance of concrete. On the flip side, Singapore is also known for its architecture and skyscrapers. It provides a beautiful modern scenery, especially when viewed across the water at night from the famous Merlion statue. With its irresistible mix of natural parks and man-made gardens, tropical and sunny climate, and amazing shopping opportunities, Singapore is the perfect destination for visitors of all ages.

Travel by luxury coach to Malacca, Malaysia, a place that takes travelers back 600 years. Parameswara, a Hindu Prince from Palembang who later converted to Islam in 1402, founded Melaka. The Portuguese, Dutch and English had also ruled Melaka. The ruins and buildings of these foreign powers can still be seen today, in the midst of the fast developing, but carefully planned urban city.

Travel by land again to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s national capital and most populous city with ordered skyscrapers, six-lane highways, colonial architecture and plenty of greenery. The city also bursts with diversity. Mosques and temples sit side-by-side with street markets and towering high-rises. If you need even more reason to love this place, the food is amazing. Kuala Lumpur has thousands of restaurants serving every imaginable type of food and suiting every budget.

Drive to Cameron Highlands, one of the most popular hill resort towns in the country. This highland paradise still retains much of the charm of an English village, and attracts those who want to escape the hot lowlands. You will find an abundance of vegetable farms, fruit farms, tea plantations, and beautiful flowers dotted all over the highlands. Located at about about 5000 ft above sea-level, the weather here remains in the 70s most of the time.

Travel by air to Chiang Mai, Thailand, for an exciting exploration that includes a memorable elephant camp experience. Chiang Mai is the second largest city in Thailand, yet only has a population of around 200,000. With exquisite temples, historic ruins, colorful hill tribes, and exotic local markets, it is easy to see why both locals and international visitors love to visit here.

The last stop on your tour is Bangkok, Thailand and enjoys privately guided tours to the royal palace, national monuments, temples and urban markets. Visit other important historic sites and interesting neighborhoods during your free day in the capital of Thailand. Bangkok is a city of contrasts with actions at every turn; marvel at the gleaming temples, catch a tuk-tuk alongside the bustling Chinatown or take a long tail boat through the floating markets. Food is another Bangkok highlight. From local dishes served at humble street stalls to haute cuisine at romantic rooftop restaurants, Bangkok has all the food you could imagine. You can also enjoy an excursion to Ayutthaya, the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Siam.

Fly back from Bangkok on your homebound flight.