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Explore jungles, cities and beaches from Bangkok to Singapore

Jungle escapades, city expeditions, swimming, swimming and more swimming. Sound good? Duh! From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the jungle of Khao Sok, sleep on a raft, kick back at Krabi and eat your way through Penang and Singapore. If this trip was a dish it would taste like Singapore’s chilli crab – full of spice and flavour, with plenty of time by the sea. Take a 14-day overland adventure to some of South East Asia’s highlights.

This trip is for 18 to 29-year-olds

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Start
Bangkok, Thailand
Finish
Singapore, Singapore
Destinations
Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand
Style
Basix
Theme
18 to 29s
Code
TTYB
Physical rating
Ages
Min 18, Max 29
Group size
Min 1, Max 16

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Why you'll love this trip

  • Khao Sok National Park is like stepping into another world. Cruise along the Cheow Lan Lake and spend a night on the banks in a rafthouse.

  • Take some time out in Ao Nang to recharge and relax. You’ll also get the opportunity to share a meal and chat with a local family in their home!

  • How about jumping on a long tail boat and heading into the spectacular limestone cove of Railay Beach? It’s only accessible by water, but is definitely worth the trip.

  • Kuala Lumpur is a fantastic urban centre to dig your teeth into. Master the metro, tackle the Petronas towers and explore the colourful Batu Caves.

  • Eat on the roadside in Bangkok and Penang and get a taste of everything delicious in one of Singapore’s hawker centres.

Is this trip right for you?

  • Your overnight sleeper train from Bangkok to Surat Thani is an adventure for sure. Be prepared for basic conditions though – bunk beds and shared facilities.

  • There's one full day of travelling involved (from Ao Nang across the border into Malaysia, then down to Penang). Some travel is on public buses. This is, of course, a great way to mingle with the locals and experience how they travel. And it keeps your carbon footprint down.

  • Go free and explore! As there are not a heap of inclusions, the resulting free time means flexibility and space for making your own discoveries. This is a great way to travel independently while drawing on the knowledge of local leaders, and keeping your costs down.

Group of travellers standing in front of colourful steps, Batu Caves, Malaysia
Travellers on boat ride in Khao Sok national park admiring the limestone cliffs, Ao Nang, Thailand
A plate of Pad Kra Prao, a traditional street food dish in Bangkok, Thailand
Raft house stay in Khao Sok NP in Ao Nang, Thailand
Visiting a local community and partaking in a cooking class in Ao Nang, Thailand
The view of the Singapore skyline at night from Marina Bay Sands

Itinerary
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Sawasdee! Welcome to Bangkok. Thailand’s capital is a chaotic hub of markets, shops, and scooters. So many scooters. It’s a colourful place full of things to do and see, so we recommend you arrive a day or two early to experience it all. Your South East Asian adventure starts with an important welcome meeting at 6pm but if you arrive early, why not take a walk around Chinatown and explore the crowded streets, wander down the tourist mecca of Khao San Road or indulge in a Thai massage?
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities
  • Bangkok - Bangkok Temple & River of Kings Urban Adventure - THB2900
  • Bangkok - Bangkok Tuk Tuk Experience Urban Adventure - THB2500
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.
Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

Wake up ready to explore Bangkok's oldest neighbourhoods on a walking tour with your leader. Begin after breakfast and hop on a public boat. This is a good chance to take some beautiful pictures of the curves of the Chao Phraya River. After, take a short walk around Talad Noi, with more than 200 years of history and plenty of opportunities to spot the hidden street art. Then head to Wat Tri Mit temple – the site of the world’s largest solid gold seated Buddha from the Sukhothai era, measuring nearly 5 metres tall and weighing 5.5 tonnes. Along the way, you’ll be able to stop by some food stalls on Sukorn Alley for some snacks. Onto the Odien Circle intersection and the Chinese Temple, and finishing with a walk through the bustling daytime Sampeng wholesale market. You’ll have an included lunch at the famous Labour Egg Noodle (or similar), so tuck into some Fish Ball Noodles or Tom Yam Pork Noodles. This afternoon is all yours to explore as you wish. Perhaps pass by Wat Pho and stop in to see who can spot the most images of Buddha (rumour has it there are up to 1000). Tonight, board your overnight train to Surat Thani.
Accommodation
  • Overnight sleeper train (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Bangkok - Chinatown walking tour
  • Bangkok - Talad Noi Market
  • Bangkok - Wat Traimit
Optional Activities
  • Bangkok - Thai Massage - THB250
  • Bangkok - Wat Pho - THB200
Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
Special Information
Tonight's overnight train journey is approximately 13 hours. The train is basic but comfortable: bunk beds, shared facilities and air conditioning.

Arrive in Surat Thani early in the morning, then transfer by private minivan to Khao Sok National Park. It's an amazing environment, so colourful and vivid it almost looks like it's fake! When you reach Ratchaprabha Lake Pier, hop on to a long tail boat for another hour to reach a raft house on Cheow Lan Lake, where lunch will be served. These dense rainforests are humming with exotic animals and plants, and some walking trails lead to awesome waterfalls alongside the huge Cheow Lan Lake. Cruise along it and see the limestone cliffs set against the jungle backdrop. Then, you'll enjoy a walk with your group leader to a nearby cave or waterfall. Afterwards, take an evening safari on the lake, when the animals are most active - keep your eye peeled for animals like elephants and Gibbons. In the evening, enjoy a traditional southern Thai dinner, and stay in a simple raft house, which is literally on the lake. Wait till you see the view when you wake up!
Accommodation
  • Raft House (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Khao Sok National Park – Longtail Boat Wildlife Safari
  • Khao Sok National Park – Waterfall Hike
Meals Included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Special Information
Today's journey to Khao Sok National Park is approximately 4 hours.

Your raft house will be basic and situated above the water, with wooden walkways connecting the huts and the land. There are simple shared bathroom facilities on the land. Be sure to bring your mosquito repellent, and a net if you prefer, and your sense of adventure.

There are two seasons in Khao Sok National Park – dry and rainy. The dry season runs from January to March, and the rainy season from April to December. During the rainy season, walking trails will be muddy and slippery and harmless leeches are everywhere, but the scenery is lush and green. Be sure to bring closed, waterproof shoes with a good grip.

This morning, get up bright and early for one final safari on the longtail boat - after last night's adventure, it's time to check out the early morning risers in the animal kingdom. After time for breakfast and a little relaxation, it's time to head back to the pier and then travel to Ao Nang in Krabi province in a private minivan. Home to sweet white-sand beaches and limestone karsts jutting out of cerulean waters, Krabi is a picture-perfect paradise. The main street of this lively beachside town has heaps of bars and restaurants to enjoy. As the sun begins to set, take a quick 15-minute trip out of Ao Nang to a local Thai family’s home. Sit down to the table and share a dinner, along with laughs, and a heart-warming evening experience.
Accommodation
  • Guesthouse (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Ao Nang - Home-cooked Dinner & Demonstration
  • Khao Sok National Park – Longtail Boat Wildlife Safari
  • Ao Nang – Baan Na Teen Community Visit
Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Special Information
Today's total travel time is approximately 3.5 hours.

That's the trouble with paradise – there's too many ways to enjoy it. Today is free for you to explore, so that means time to kayak or climb the karst rock formations that surround this place. Your group leader will recommend a trip to Railay Beach, which is definitely a must when visiting Krabi. This bay is only accessible by a short 15-minute long tail boat trip because of the limestone cliffs that surround the bay. It’s an extraordinary sight to see, and a perfect place for a relax and a swim. Otherwise, you might like to take an optional kayaking trip to Ao Thalane and paddle through mangrove forests, coves and narrow karst-walled canyons, keeping an eye out for kingfishers, herons and crab-eating macaque monkeys.
Accommodation
  • Guesthouse (1 night)
Optional Activities
  • Ao Nang - Sea kayaking - THB1800
  • Ao Nang - Rock Climbing - THB1800
  • Ao Nang - Transport to Railay Beach (round trip) - THB200
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.

Today is yours. You're free as a bird. An island-hopping day trip is a great way to get a real sense of just how amazing this part of Thailand is. You can take a longtail boat out to stunning islands like Phi Phi, where the swimming is great and the views are even better. You'll never tire of looking up at those karsts towering above the turquoise waters. The real adventure types might opt to go scuba diving. Either way, you approach it, paradise is paradise.
Accommodation
  • Guesthouse (1 night)
Optional Activities
  • Ao Nang - Scuba Diving (3 dives) - THB4000
  • Ao Nang - Phi Phi Island Day Tour - THB1600
  • Ao Nang - Thai Cooking Class - THB1300
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.

Today is a long travel day by private vehicle. Sit back, relax and let Thailand disappear in the rear-view mirror. Next stop – Malaysia! Penang is Malaysia's prized island. You may have heard that people from Penang are serious about their food, and it is delicious, but there is so much more to this place, such as a gorgeous coastline and a colonial heritage that thrives amid the skyscrapers over Georgetown. The Georgetown area is a cool (and World Heritage-listed) blend of religious sites of worship. Now, what time is it? Street food time! Head with your leader on a tour of the best local haunts, and pick up some delicious specialties on offer. Obviously, things change from day to day, but you might snag an ice kacang (a dessert made with crushed ice, syrup, and a mixture of jellies, nuts and sweet beans), a hearty nasi kandar (steamed rice accompanied by curries, fried chicken, seafood or vegetables) or the popular char kway teow (stir-fried rice noodles)! Afterward, perhaps head out for an optional bar crawl with your leader and the gang – they’ll take you to their favourite spots.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Penang - Hawker food experience
Meals Included
  • Dinner

Today your group leader will take you on an orientation walk through the Georgetown area to check out the shophouses, Penang Museum, street art, and clan jetties. Once you've become old friends with this place, the rest of the day is yours. You might like to get your heart rate up with a testing hike up Penang Hill, where the views are oh-so-worth the effort. Or, perhaps check out Kek Lok Si (the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia), Khoo Kongsi (amazingly ornate and one of the oldest clan houses in Malaysia), or Cheong Fat Tze Museum (fascinating if you have an interest in Feng Shui), then go looking for delicious food. This place is famous for its cuisine, as you would’ve worked out from yesterday’s delicious outing, and it’s all thanks to many cultures that have lived side-by-side here for ages.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Penang - leader led orientation walk
Optional Activities
  • Penang - Kek Lok Si Temple - MYR8
  • Penang - Khoo Kongsi - MYR10
  • Penang - Funicular Railway - MYR55
  • Penang - Teluk Bahang National Park - MYR9
  • Penang - Trishaw Ride - MYR50
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.

You'll enjoy a free morning before setting off for Malaysia’s capital today. A short taxi ride will take you to the ferry terminal and then you will take the ferry to Butterworth and from there, you'll take the train to Kuala Lumpur. You'll arrive in the country's capital in the evening and if you're still feeling up for a little adventure, you might like to head out to a bar with a view and take in the city’s lights over a cocktail. Be sure to try and find one with a view of the mighty Petronas Towers, which come to life under lights at night.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.
Special Information
Today's ferry to Butterworth takes approximately 20 minutes. Today's train ride to Kuala Lumpur is approximately 4 hours.

Today, you’ll take the train, just like one of the locals, and head out of the city to the famous Batu Caves. Check out the tall Murugan statue and the colourful steps that lead up to the limestone karsts. Be careful of the mischievous monkeys though! If you’re hungry, your leader can show you a place that makes some of the best roti in Kuala Lumpur right near the caves. After some time here, the afternoon will be yours to explore Kuala Lumpur as you wish, make sure you get a map and venture out on some walking adventures. You can hit Bukit Bintang (for restaurants and bars), the Golden Triangle (for shopping), or Menara Tower (entry fee applies). Kuala Lumpur also has some great nightlife - your locally based leader will be sure to know the best spots.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Kuala Lumpur - Batu Cave
Optional Activities
  • Kuala Lumpur - Batik Day Course - MYR30
  • Kuala Lumpur - KL Tower - MYR49
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.

Today is another free day to explore this bustling city. You might like to get up early and grab your tickets to see two of the world's tallest buildings, the Petronas Towers. Be sure to ask your leader how the system works, as probably the best thing to do is book your tickets the day before to make sure you’ll get up the towers. The evening is best spent at the night market sampling the different cuisines on offer and bargain-hunting among the stalls of the famous Petaling Street.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities
  • Kuala Lumpur - Petronas Towers Skybridge & Observation Deck - MYR86
  • Kuala Lumpur - Islamic Arts Museum - MYR14
  • Kuala Lumpur - National Mosque - Free
  • Kuala Lumpur - Batik Day Course - MYR30
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.

An intriguing blend of Malay, Indian, Chinese and Portuguese cultures, Melaka has a wealth of interesting architecture, distinctive food and proud cultural heritage. You'll take a public bus there and enjoy a free afternoon. Once the most important trading port of Malaysia, Melaka attracted Chinese, Indian, Dutch, Portuguese and British traders, and you'll notice how this diversity is reflected in its overall vibe. Check out Harmony Street where these communities have their places of worship, with a church, mosque, and a couple of different temples.
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities
  • Melaka - Museum Of Enduring Beauty - MYR1
  • Melaka - Baba Nonya Heritage Museum - MYR16
  • Melaka - River Tour - MYR30
  • Melaka - Eco Bike Tour - MYR120
  • Melaka - Trishaw sightseeing tour - MYR50
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.
Special Information
Today's total travel time is approximately 3 hours.

Today, a public bus journey will take you to Singapore. Your leader will take you on a walk to give you an introduction to this ever-evolving city. There will be time to take in the retail hot spots like Orchard Road and the 'booming cross-cultural culinary scene' before enjoying an evening with your fellow travellers. You might like to hit up one of Singapore’s famous hawker centres (Newton, Lau Pa Sat and Tiong Bahru, to name a few) or take the chance to get up top of the mother of all buildings, Marina Bay Sands. The Sky Bar at Marina Bay Sands boasts sweeping views of the Singaporean port and skyline, perhaps grab a couple of drinks here with the gang. The 360-degree views across the city also give a great bird’s eye view of Gardens By The Bay. While you’re up in the clouds, you might catch its light show!
Accommodation
  • Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
  • Singapore - Leader Led Orientation Walk
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.
Special Information
Today's total travel time is approximately 5 hours.

We stay in centrally located accommodation in Singapore, but some rooms tonight are small in size and may not have windows. Couples may also be allocated twin rooms due to a limited number of doubles.

With no activities planned for today, you’re free to leave at any time. However, we recommend spending a couple more days in Singapore to check out all the British, Indian and Malaysian influences.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast
Special Information
This trip has limited time in Singapore at the end of your adventure. Should you wish to extend your stay to explore all this country has to offer, we'll be happy to help book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).
Want to tailor this itinerary?

Meals

3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

Boat, Overnight sleeper train, Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi

Accommodation

Guesthouse (3 nights), Hotel (8 nights), Overnight Sleeper Train (1 night), Rafthouse (1 night)

Included activities

  • Bangkok - Chinatown walking tour
  • Bangkok - Talad Noi Market
  • Bangkok - Wat Traimit
  • Khao Sok National Park – Longtail Boat Wildlife Safari
  • Khao Sok National Park – Waterfall Hike
  • Ao Nang - Home-cooked Dinner & Demonstration
  • Ao Nang – Baan Na Teen Community Visit
  • Penang - Hawker food experience
  • Penang - leader led orientation walk
  • Kuala Lumpur - Batu Cave
  • Singapore - Leader Led Orientation Walk

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 2 (Overnight sleeper train), Day 3 (Raft House) and Days 4, 5, 6 (Guesthouse) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. Please note that some room configurations have two single beds, although a double bed will always be requested.
2. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for train tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.

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