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The Orient

HongKong  , Bangkok , Pattaya  ( Thailand ) -  Penang, Kualalumpur,

Melaka ( Malaysia )  Singapore,  Denpasar, ( Bali ) 

Image by Ian Ward

Highlights

 

Dinner on  Harbour Cruise with  light show,Temple  St. Night Market - Hongkong

 

Royal Grand Palace, Floating Market ,Bangkok, Pattaya  - Thailand

 

Batu Caves, Twin towers ,Putrajaya ,Penang , Melaka ,Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia

 

Vibrant  Bugis  Village, Gardens by the Bay , Chinatown , Little India - Singapore

 

Seafood  Dinner on Jimbaran  Beach , Shopping at Ubud Market ,Beaches - Bali

 

 

 

Day 1, Wed   Arrive  Hong Kong. Meet by representative Transfer to  Hotel. ( D )

 

Check in - Enjoy the day at leisure

 

 

Night Tour with Dinner Cruise and Symphony of  Lights &  Sound  Show.

In the late afternoon, pick up for a night tour. This tour provides you the chance to truly experience the beauty of Hong Kong in different perspective. You will get to see Hong Kong from Sky (Observation Wheel), Land (Temple Street Night Market) and Sea ( Dinner on Harbour Cruise ).

 

First, visit the 60m-high Observation Wheel to enjoy the great views of the spectacular Hong Kong harbour, follow by a visit to popular local bazaar, Temple Street where you can browse for a bargain and check out street theatre performances. Finish the day off by having an international buffet on a leisurely cruise –Enjoy the A Symphony of Lights multimedia light and sound show, which is best viewed from where you are – upon the harbour itself.

 

Overnight - The  Park  Hotel , Tsim  Sha Tsui, Hongkong

 

 

Day  2 - Thur Hong Kong (B/D)  

 

In the afternoon, pick up for afternoon Hong Kong Island tour.

 

This tour will provide you with a good orientation of Hong Kong Island. The tour circles the beautiful island with a panoramic Peak Tram ride up to the Victoria Peak and Sky Terrace 428 viewing platform, where the harbour and the city sprawl in front of you.

 

Tour continues to Aberdeen Fishing Village, home of “Boat People” whose lifestyle has not changed much since the early days of their settlement in Hong Kong (An optional sampan ride is also available at our guests’ own expense).

 

En route, you will be able to view the most popular beach in town, the Repulse Bay Beach, and pay a visit to an exquisite award jewellery factory - TSL, the recipient of the outstanding QTS Merchant Award for more than 10 years and counting, where the world’s famous jewelry-setting art is made. You will finish your tour of Hong Kong Island by visiting Stanley Market, where you can stroll through Stanley’s famous seaside village bazaar.

 

Enjoy the evening at your leisure. followed by dinner

 

Overnight -  The  Park Hotel, Tsim Sha Sui , Hongkong

 

Day  3- Fri Hong Kong Departure , Bangkok Arrival ( B,D )

 

Post breakfast Enjoy free time before your departure. Transfer to Hong Kong Airport to board your flight to Bangkok Met upon arrival at Bangkok Airport .Transfer to Hotel  for Check-in 

 

Evening -  Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise

 

Overnight  -  Royal  Orchid  Sheraton  Hotel , Bangkok    

 

 

 

Day 4  -Sat Bangkok - Full day City Tour with Shopping time  (B / L)

 

                         

Post breakfast. Visit famous Royal Grand Palace with the Emerald Buddha Temple. Later stroll through China town for a more local experience. Wat Po Massage ( at own expense )

Next, you will also pay a visit to the Mosques and see the colorful flower and vegetable markets with free shopping time 

   

Highlights

 

Emerald Buddha , Royal Grand Palace, Ton Son Mosque , Haroon Masjid

 

Chinatown,  Shopping time at  Phahurat Market ( Little India )

 

Overnight  - Royal  Orchid  Sheraton  Hotel  ,  Bangkok   

 

 

 

Day 5 - Sun Full  Day  Tour  with  Lunch ( B,L)

 

Visit  Highlights

 

Damneon  Saduak  Floating Market

 

Lunch at a fine restaurant en route

 

Erawan  Waterfalls , Tham Khao Bin Limestone Cave.

 

Drive to Pattaya

 

Overnight - Siam   Bayshore  Resort  and  Spa , Pattaya 

 

 

 

Day  6 -  Mon Pattaya  ( B / D ) 

                

Half  Day Pattaya City Tour

BBQ  Dinner  at  Hotel 

Evening -  Alcazar  Cabaret  Show  

 

Overnight -  Siam  Bayshore  Resort  and  Spa , Pattaya

 

 

 

Day 7 - Tue - Pattaya - Bangkok - Departure    Penang – Arrival  [ B / L ]

                         

 

am - At leisure  Check out . ( B / L )

 

Lunch at a fine restaurant before departure

 

Drive to  Bangkok Airport for departure flight  at 7.45pm

 

Met upon arrival .Transfer to Hotel

 

Overnight -  Eastern and Oriental  Hotel  Penang

 

 

 

Day  08 -  Wed Penang [ B/D ]

 

Breakfast is served at the hotel.

 

0900hrs, pick up from hotel and proceed for

 

Penang Highlights Discovery

 

Visit Penang’s Chowrast wet market, famous for its fresh seafood and wet floors as a result of a ton of melted ice that keeps the catch fresh. Adjoining the seafood market you can purchase exotic local fresh fruits and vegetables and drink fresh coconut and eat the infamous (and smelly!) durian fruit. Go bargain hunting at Lorong Thrift market where you’ll find a magical mix of everything, from kitchenware to clothes and everything in between! Strike it lucky by finding a small treasure, you’ll be sure to leave with lots of happy memories.

 

 

Besides the beach, the cultural and heritage rich streets, Penang boasts of a cool hill as well. Simply named Penang Hill, it is about 2750 feet above sea level and is the oldest hill resort in the country. A funicular train dating back to 1923, and has since been upgraded, functions to bring passengers to the top. The train ride is an experience in itself, coupled by colourful flora you’ll see. In case the train is under scheduled maintenance, the tour will be replacing by exploring the Botanical Garden as well as the Reclining Buddha. Followed by a visit to the KekLok Si temple and the tortoise pond.

 

After tour, transfer back to hotel for Dinner

 

Overnight -  Eastern  and  Oriental  Hotel  Penang

 

 

 

Day  09 - Thur Penang / Kuala Kangsar / Kuala Lumpur  [B/L]

 

Pick up : 1.30 pm  after check out

 

Check-out from hotel and overland short journey to Kuala Kangsar Town – The royal town of Perak, Malaysia. It is the main town in the administrative district of Kuala Kangsar. We make a brief visit to see the gilded dome of Ubudiah Mosque, the impressive Iskandariah Palace and the Istana Kenangan.

 

Lunch en route

 

Onwards continue overland journey to Kuala Lumpur

 

Overnight  - Mandarin Oriental Hotel , Kuala Lumpur

 

 

 

Day 10 - Fri Kuala Lumpur   ( B / L )

 

Post breakfast proceed for KL Countryside Discovery

 

 

Highlights:-

Time to make friends with folks out of the city at the Batik Factory and understand the intricacy of producing this Malaysian traditional cloth. Be enthralled with the works of nature at the Batu Caves limestone temple and the animals that inhabit it. The tour also includes a drive pass to Ambassadors Row and The Royal Selangor Pewter Factory & Visitors Centre.

                       

Enjoy  lunch  at a  fine  restaurant

 

Thereafter  proceed for  KL  City  Discovery

 

 

Highlights

See the influential structures of KL city in one quick trip as each monument has its story to share. Admire the architectural brilliance and landscapes. Hop on this tour that will take you to the National Monument, King’s Palace, National Museum, Independence Square, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur City Gallery and choose to have a snapshot at the Petronas Twin Towers or National Mosque.

 

                       

Overnight -   Mandarin  Oriental  Hotel ,  Kuala Lumpur

 

 

 

Day 11 - Sat Kuala Lumpur - At  Leisure               

 

Catch up on shopping, relaxation  etc

 

Evening  Dinner and  Cultural Show

 

At 1900hrs, pick up from hotel and transfer to a local rrestaurant, savour the taste of Malay cuisine inspired from traditional specialties accompanied by live Malaysian Cultural Dance performances. Transfer back to the hotel by 2200hrs after dinner, rest & relax.

 

 

Overnight  - Mandarin  Oriental  Hotel , Kuala Lumpur

 

 

 

Day 12  - Sun  -  Kuala Lumpur /  Malacca  (  B / D  )

 

 

Post  breakfast continue overland journey to Malacca

 

 

Highlights:- Putrajaya

 

Beyond KL City lies Putrajaya, the nation’s administrative capital. Dubbed the “Garden City, IntelligentCity”, Putrajaya is a self-sufficient township with much thought put into each building, resulting in contrasting architectural creations. A trip to Putrajaya takes you on a drive through the nature enriched boulevards, the Prime Minister’s Office and Official Residence. Plus, the cannot-be-missed majestic Putra Mosque and Putra Bridge, a popular backdrop for photography. Complete your visit with a memorable cruise trip down the serene Putrajaya Lake, an incredible man-made wonder spanning across 650 hectares of beautiful waters and exotic wetlands

 

Drive to Melaka for Dinner 

 

Overnight  -    Hotel  Casa  Del  Rio , Melaka

 

 

 

Day 13 -  Mon Malacca   [ B / L ]

 

 

After breakfast, check-out from hotel and proceed for Malacca City Tour

 

 

Highlights:

 

People constantly flock to the birthplace of Malaysia. Its strategic location led to an economic boom, great enough to cause nations to fight for ruling rights. It is through 600 years of various European influences that gave birth to a unique heritage, customs and lifestyle of the local folks, landing it the UNESCO Heritage site recognition. Malacca was also the state where Malaysia’s declaration of Independence was held. The tour highlights St Peter’s Church, Porta De Santiago and the ruins of St Paul’s Church, Dutch Administration office, Cheng HoonTeng Temple, Jonker Street & Baba Nyonya  Heritage  Museum.

 

                     

Nyonya  lunch is served at a local restaurant in the interval

 

Overnight -  Hotel Casa Del  Rio , Melaka

 

 

 

Day  14 -   Tues  Malacca /  Singapore   [B / D ]

 

Post breakfast, depart overland journey to Singapore via Johor Bahru 2nd Link

( land border in between Singapore & Malaysia )

        

Visit Sultan Abu Bakr Mosque in Johar Bahru

 

 

After the immigration and custom clearance, enter Singapore

 

 

Upon check in , we depart for our Singapore Night Out  with Dinner

 

Highlights

 

Wander along the narrow lanes of the Night Markets @ Chinatown

Enjoy Trishaw Ride along Vibrant  Bugis Village and Bustling Streets of

Little India .Cruise along the Singapore River on a Bumboat at Clarke Quay

 

 

Overnight  - Hotel   Merchant  Court  at  Clarks Quay , Singapore    

 

 

 

Day 15  -  Wed Singapore ( B,L )

 

Breakfast is served at the hotel. Morning at leisure

 

1.30pm  Meet at hotel lobby & proceed for Singapore City Tour

 

Highlights

 

Drive around the Civic District , Pass by the Padang, Singapore Cricket Club , Historic Parliament House and National Gallery which consists of former City Hall and Supreme Court

 

Stop at  Merlion  Park , Enjoy views of the Marina Bay ,Visit  Thian Hock Keng Temple, Drive past Chinatown , Walk past shops at Little India offering variety of orchid garlands

 

Proceed to Singapore Botanical Gardens , Unesco World Heritage Site and walk through the National Orchid Gardens.

 

 

Break  for Dinner

 

Proceed to the world's premier tropical waterfront Gardens by the Bay

 

Highlights

 

Admission to the Flower Dome, largest greenhouse in the World

Admission to Marina Bay Sands Skypark ( weather permitting )

Watch the Super Tree Grove come alive with display of light and sound

Overnight  -  Hotel  Merchant  Court  at  Clarks Quay , Singapore    

 

 

 

 

Day 16 Thurv- OPTION Singapore /  Bali  ( B / D )

 

Breakfast served at the Hotel.  Check-out from hotel and transfer to Singapore  Airport  for departure flight home or Take an Optional Trip to Bali                                                   

                    

                                    

                    

 

Upon arrival,  Meet and  Assist  at  Denpasar  Airport  Proceed to Hotel  for  check in     

 

Dinner at  Hotel. 

 

Overnight -  Hyatt  Regency Sanur  Beach , Bali

 

 

                         

Day  17  - Fri -  Bali   ( B / L )

 

Post Breakfast, Enjoy a Full  Day Tour of  Kintamani  Uluwatu  with  lunch

 

Highlights  Watch barong dan keris dance ,* tegalalang rice terrace .* kintamani for view mount batur .* uluwatu temple

                                       

Overnight  -  Hyatt  Regency  Sanur  Beach , Bali

 

 

 

 

Day 18  - Sat Bali   ( B / L )

 

Post  Breakfast  enjoy  a  Full  Day City Tour  of  Northern  Bali  with  lunch

 

Highlights - * Ulun danu beratan temple ,* wanagiri hidden hill banyumala waterfall ,* brahma vihara arama ,* banjar hot spring

              

Overnight -  Hyatt  Regency Sanur  Beach , Bali

 

Day 19   -Sun Bali  (  B / D )   

    

am  - Post breakfast enjoy a Half day tour of Ubud inc shopping

 

Highlights - Royal Palace , Celuk Village for Gold and Silver Art

Visit  Ubud  Market  for  shopping . Head back to the Hotel  

 

Enjoy a 2 hour Spa and Massage package

Evening , Enjoy a  Romantic Dinner on Jimbaran Beach

 

Overnight  - Hyatt  Regency  Sanur  Beach , Bali

 

                                          

 

Day 20 - Mon - Day  At  Leisure - ( B ) - Late check out

                                                 

Head to the Airport to board your flight for onward journey Or extend your stay in Bali, should you wish

                                   

 

 

 

Hotels Envisaged or Similar

 

 

Hongkong - Park  Hotel, Tsim Sha Sui

 

Bangkok -  Royal  Orchid  Sheraton

 

Pattaya -  Siam  Bayshore  Resort  and  Spa

 

Penang -  Eastern  and  Oriental  Hotel

 

Kuala  Lumpur  -  Hotel  Mandarin  Oriental                                       

 

Melaka  -  Hotel  Casa  Del   Rio

 

Singapore - Merchant  Court ,  Clark  Quay

 

Bali ( Option )  -   Hyatt  Regency , Sanur  Beach

 

 

Inclusions

 

Welcome and Assistance at Airports

Well  Appointed Hotels and Transfers

Transportation in an Air-Conditioned Deluxe Vehicle

Services of Professional English Speaking Guide

Entrance fees as specified in the Itinerary

All  breakfasts  and  Lunch  or Dinner Daily

 

 

Exclusions

International Flights 

Mandatory Travel Insurance

Tips to Tour Guides and Drivers 

Visas ( where and if applicable )

Tourism Fees at Hotels ( if applicable )

 Optional Tours within Cities

Drinks with Meals

Items of Personal nature

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