Bangkok to Singapore

Intrepid Travel · 15 days
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
Bangkok to Singapore
15 Days
From AUD $4350
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

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 (19 reviews)

Bangkok to Singapore

Bangkok to Singapore

Intrepid Travel · 15 days
4.6
19 Reviews
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Duration

15 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Moderate

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Travel from Bangkok to Singapore, soaking up the multiculturalism and history of these gorgeous cities and revelling in the flavours of the region.

Highlights

  • Dive into a nature lover’s paradise at Khao Sok National Park, exploring, hiking, relaxing and cruising by longtail boat on a limestone cliff-circled lake.
  • Taste Thai tradition in the village of Mod Tanoy with a group lunch full of authentic flavours. Made by your friendly homestay hosts, you’ll learn about their secret recipes and learn a little about their daily lives.
  • Encounter the fusion of cultures that gives Penang its atmosphere – where historic buildings, tumble-down shops and hawker-filled alleyways meld with cool street art. Then, explore Melaka’s heritage streets to learn about the mixed cultures and how they thrive together.
  • Find a slice of paradise on a sea-kayaking trip through the stunning inlets, caves and hidden lagoons of the Baan Bor Tor mangrove forests.
  • Soak up a free day in Ao Nang – a resort town in Krabi. Laze in the sun, go swimming and snorkelling in the sea or take a daytrip to island hop, hike or go for more sea-kayaking.

Trip Details

Duration

15 days

Transportation

Taxi,Private minivan,Longtail boat,Songteaw,Public bus,Train,Subway,Overnight train

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Bangkok, Malaysia

Finishes

Singapore, Malaysia

Accommodations

Moderate

Travel Style

Explorer

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Bangkok
Sa-wat dee! Welcome to Thailand. Your adventure begins in Thailand's bustling capital – Bangkok, famous for its tuk-tuks, Khlong boats and street vendors serving up delicious Thai food. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight to meet your fellow travellers and local leader. If you arrive early (and it’s recommended that you do), why not take a riverboat to Chinatown and explore the crowded streets, see the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, wander down Khao San Road or indulge in a Thai massage. After the meeting, maybe join your group and tuck into some into some street food.

Optional Activities:

  • Bangkok - Tuk Tuk Experience Urban Adventure (2500 THB)
  • Bangkok - Chinatown Sights and Bites Urban Adventure (1960 THB)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Bangkok - Overnight train
Begin the day with a river cruise down the Chao Phraya River to explore the khlongs (canals). Life along these canals seems a world away from the chaotic streets of the capital. Visit Wat Pho – one of the Bangkok temples with a 46-m-long gold-plated Buddha reclining inside. Even the feet of this statue are incredible, at 3 m long and intricately decorated with mother of pearl. The temple grounds are filled with beautifully decorated stupas, halls and shrines. Tonight, you’ll take an overnight train journey to Surat Thani.

Included Activities:

  • Bangkok - Khlong boat canal tour
  • Bangkok - Wat Pho

Optional Activities:

  • Bangkok - Thai Massage (300 THB)
  • Bangkok - Grand Palace (500 THB)
  • Bangkok - Jim Thompson's House (200 THB)

Accommodation:

  • Overnight sleeper train (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Khao Sok
Arrive at Surat Thani in the morning, then travel by minivan to Khao Sok. Set amid hectares of thick jungle, waterfalls, limestone cliffs and an island-studded lake, the national park of Khao Sok is a nature lover's paradise. Here, you’ll have free time to explore one of the oldest rainforests in the world. Walk along the dirt trails that snake through the quiet park, looking out for wildlife as you head for rivers and waterfalls. Look out for the rare Rafflesia Kerri – one of the world’s largest flowers, only found in Thailand. Spend the night in a rustic hut within the ancient trees of the rainforest.

Accommodation:

  • Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Khao Sok
Travel through jungle, rubber and oil plantations before boarding a long tail boat for a ride across Cheow Lan Lake. With limestone karsts rising almost 1000 m out of the green waters, this area is incredibly picturesque. You’ll trek to an island cave to see the eerie stalactites and bats hanging from the ceiling, with subterranean streams at your feet. Have lunch in a local raft-house before soaking up some free time to relax, swim or kayak around the lake to search for wildlife – the water is clear and teems with aquatic life, and you can also look out for hornbills, langurs, macaques and gibbons.

Included Activities:

  • Khao Sok - Cheow Lan Lake tour
  • Khao Sok - Rafthouse lunch

Accommodation:

  • Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Ao Nang
Head to Ao Nang in a private minivan, stopping at Baan Bor Tor along the way. When you arrive, embark on a sea kayaking journey. About halfway along the coast between Than Bok Khoranee and Krabi town is a bay of mangroves that might just be the most beautiful bay in Thailand. Surrounded by towering karst formations and many small offshore islands, these waterways will be your pathway as you move slowly through the bays and canyons, through the inlets, caves and hidden lagoons. Look out for the birds overhead and the monkeys in the trees – if you do see a monkey, make sure you secure your belongings and any food! Arrive at Ao Nang late in the afternoon, where you’ll have a free evening.

Included Activities:

  • Ao Nang - Baan Bor Tor sea kayaking
  • Ao Nang - sea kayaking lunch

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Ao Nang
If you’re a nature lover, Krabi might just be your favourite spot. Today is a free day to soak up everything this island has to offer. Maybe head to the water for a diving adventure or take a daytrip to explore Phi Phi and Khai Nok – these islands are surrounded by white sandy beaches, perfect for swimming and snorkelling. The area around Krabi is also home to some of the best climbing routes. Whether you're a novice or a pro, being securely tied high up a limestone cliff-face looking down on jungle and is an unforgettable experience! Tonight, maybe watch the sunset light up the sky and indulge in some local seafood at a beachside restaurant.

Optional Activities:

  • Ao Nang - Rock Climbing (1800 THB)
  • Ao Nang - Phi Phi Island Day Tour (1600 THB)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
7
Day 7: Trang
This morning, you’ll head on to the small village of Baan Mod Tanoy. When you arrive, you’ll go on a walk around the village and gain some insight into the locals’ day to day life. Then, time to enjoy the great food and hospitality of the village. Get your hands dirty with some Batik handkerchief dyeing and learn a few tricks from the local craftsman at a workshop showcasing this traditional art. Your accommodation tonight is in a local resort in the village.

Included Activities:

  • Trang - Mod Tanoy village walking tour
  • Trang - Mod Tanoy village community activities
  • Trang - Mod Tanoy village community lunch

Accommodation:

  • Resort (Number of Nights: 1)
8
Day 8: Penang
Say goodbye to Thailand this morning – you're off to Malaysia! The island of Penang was the first destination of the colonial British in 1786 and they invited the Chinese (as well as others from all over Asia) to live on this island in the tropics. Today, this fusion of cultures still exists, and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Georgetown shows the fascinating mix in its range of places of worship. When you arrive, you’ll take an orientation walk around the tumble-down shops and hawker-filled alleyways to get your bearings. The food here might just be the best in Malaysia, so you’ll seek out some hawker food stalls with your leader and get a taste for the local cuisine. Sample some local specialties such as nasi kandar, Penang laksa and char kway teow.

Included Activities:

  • Penang - Hawker food experience

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
9
Day 9: Penang
Take a half-day sightseeing walking tour around Penang and Georgetown, soaking up the relaxed pace of life and the mix of cultures. See the original 19th century shophouses, the street markets, and the strong cultural and religious identity still on display in each neighbourhood – Little India, Chinatown or the Muslim Quarter. Check out the street art and stop by a clan jetty – clans were formed by 19th century immigrants who banded together based on the area of China that they came from, and they built rival waterfront societies on wooden jetties. Visit Thai and Burmese temples like Kek Lok Si – the largest Buddhist temple in South East Asia. You’ll have this afternoon free top explore at your own pace. Maybe see the clan house of Khoo Kongsi and check out the ornate carvings on the walls, roof and pillars. Maybe see more Chinese architecture in the blue Courtyard House of Cheong Fatt Tze – a wealthy merchant.

Included Activities:

  • Penang - Walking tour, including Clan Jetty & Kek Lok Si Temple

Optional Activities:

  • Penang - Khoo Kongsi (15 MYR)
  • Penang - Funicular Railway (Fast Lane) (80 MYR)
  • Penang - Teluk Bahang National Park (50 MYR)
  • Penang - Trishaw Ride (50 MYR)
  • Penang - Chong Fat Tze Museum (The Blue Mansion) (25 MYR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
10
Day 10: Kuala Lumpur
Continue south to Kuala Lumpur – the cosmopolitan capital of Malaysia, affectionately known as KL by the locals. Communities of Indian, Chinese and ethnic Malay people mingle peacefully, allowing travellers to get the best of all three worlds. KL has grown from a sleepy little village to a skyscraper-lined multi-million-peopled metropolis. The city can seem vast, but the focus is the traditional core of the Old Town (the former colonial centre), the luxury hotel and shopping mall district of the Golden Triangle, and bustling Chinatown and Little India. Follow your leader on an orientation walk near the hotel and tonight, follow the Bukit Bintang Walkway and see the Petronas Twin Towers lit at night. From simple-street side fare that attracts queues of customers eager to high-calibre, world-class cuisine, you’ll have no problem finding a good dinner spot.

Included Activities:

  • Kuala Lumpur - Orientation Walk - leader led

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
11
Day 11: Kuala Lumpur
Enjoy a free day today for your own exploration! Perhaps visit the National Monument (commemorating those who died in Malaysia's struggle for freedom and based on the Iwo Jima Memorial in the USA), the vast National Mosque featuring a bold and modern design, or the Istana Negara (National Palace). You might like stroll Dataran Merdeka (Independence Square), or shop in Suria KLCC (one of Malaysia’s premier shopping destinations) and then head up to the Skybridge & Observation Deck of the iconic Petronas Towers to get another view of the city. Lake Gardens is home to a number of sights, including the National Planetarium and the Islamic Arts Museum. Or if you’re seeking something active, you might like to join a bike tour.

Optional Activities:

  • Kuala Lumpur - KL Tower (Observation Deck) (80 MYR)
  • Kuala Lumpur - KL Tower (Sky Decks) (140 MYR)
  • Kuala Lumpur - Planetarium (12 MYR)
  • Kuala Lumpur - Islamic Arts Museum (14 MYR)
  • Kuala Lumpur – Bike Tour (215 MYR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
12
Day 12: Melaka
Transfer by local bus to the old port town of Melaka – once the most important trading port in Malaysia, attracting Chinese, Indian, Dutch, Portuguese and British traders. These visitors sought wealth or an opportunity to control the Straits of Malacca, a vital trading route between the Indian and Pacific oceans, which lead to 400 years of colonial rule. Today, Melaka's wealth of historical sites reminds visitors of times gone by, and its multicultural past is revealed in its distinctive cuisine. Like Georgetown, the Melaka was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, and like its Penang sibling, the city is a harmonic mix of cultures. When you arrive, you’ll have a free afternoon and evening to explore.

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
13
Day 13: Melaka
Today, you’ll get to know this port city better with a trishaw tour along the narrow winding streets. You’ll admire Chinatown's unique Peranakan architecture, get a taste of old Melaka and learn about the ancient spice trade. Take in sites such as Harmony Street and stop by a mosque, Chinese Buddhist Temples, and a traditional Muslim house-museum. In your free time this afternoon there are plenty of historic sites and museums to check out. Maybe jump on two wheels for an eco bike tour around the city or see Melaka from a different perspective with a boat tour along the river.

Included Activities:

  • Melaka - Trishaw sightseeing tour

Optional Activities:

  • Melaka - Stadhuys (10 MYR)
  • Melaka - Taming Sari Tower (23 MYR)
  • Melaka - Cheng Ho Museum (20 MYR)
  • Melaka - Eco Bike Tour (120 MYR)
  • Melaka - Museum Of Enduring Beauty (1 MYR)
  • Melaka - River Tour (38 MYR)
  • Melaka - Half day cycling tour (200 MYR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
14
Day 14: Singapore
Travel by local bus to the last stop of the journey – Singapore. Singapore has few areas untouched by modernisation, but wandering the streets of Little India and Chinatown is a great way to see the old parts of the city. To explore further, check out the renowned shopping precinct of Orchard Road, or stop by Raffles to experience the old-world charm of a Singapore Sling. An evening in Singapore is not complete without a stroll along Clarke Quay, or even a river cruise to learn more about the fascinating history of this city. Your accommodation tonight is a centrally located hotel, perfect for easy exploring. Whatever you choose today, maybe gather together your fellow travellers for a celebratory drink or meal as your Bangkok to Singapore adventure comes to an end.

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
15
Day 15: Singapore
There are no activities planned for today and you can depart the accommodation at any time. If you’d like to extend your stay in Singapore and explore the sites, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time.
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $4,350
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 15 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

Travel from Bangkok to Singapore, soaking up the multiculturalism and history of these gorgeous cities and revelling in the flavours of the region.

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 03 Jan 2027

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Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
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Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
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Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
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Tour Operator
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Food
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4.5
Romina
Traveled, March 2024

04/07/2024

Nice itinerary, nice group, nice group leader :) Advice for future travellers: dont pay 1600 bhats for the 4 islands boat tour (you can find it in the city center for 1000 bhats or less).

4.5
Anne
Traveled, March 2024

03/22/2024

Get away from the tourist hubs and try an off the beaten track adventure.

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