Bangkok to Singapore Adventure

The heat and hustle of Thailand’s capital will hit you the moment you land in this high energy city. Aer checking into our
hotel you’re free to do some DIY exploring, treat your muscles to a soothing massage or just lie by the pool soaking up the
first rays of that sweet Thai sunshine. Later we’ll rendezvous as a group back at base so you can hear what’s in store for the
trip, then the night is yours to take to the streets for some authentic Pad thai and nightlife on Khao San road.

Bangkok
If you’re looking for ways to fill your free time today, the Royal Palace with it’s 61 acres of incredible buildings is one to add to the list. The Palace is one of the symbols of Thailand, with its golden temples gleaming in the sunshine and giving you a peep into Thailand’s Royal past. You can take it all in with a local guide leading the charge. Or if local history ain’t your thing, you’re free to gear up for some shopping, grab a massage, or indulge in some local street eats this afternoon.

Overnight Train to Surat Thani
The word’s ‘one night in Bangkok’ ring true, and what a night it was. We make tracks south today to Surat Thani via our comfy overnight train – where you’ll wake up in our next destination and ready to explore it all.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight Train to Surat Thani
Good morning train goers! While you were catching up on your beauty sleep, we were transporting you to Surat Thani, less than 2 hours from the paradise that is Khao Sok. Grab some breakfast before we hit the road – you’re going to need the fuel for the fun and frolics that lay ahead.

Khao Sok National Park
Lush accommodation set amidst the jungle of Khao Sok – don’t mind if we do! After you’ve settled into this dreamy new life, the day is yours to explore the lush Khao Sok National Park. Swim, take a canoe tour or just max relax under a canopy of swaying trees. It’s a tough life.

NOTE: Your Khao Sok visit may start at Cheow Larn Lake before the township. All activities are still included – just in a different order. Final details will be in your travel docs.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Included Experiences: Canoe or Ra Ride on Sok River

Khao Sok National Park
Hopefully the birds wake you nice and early this morning – we’ve got a solid day of exploring coming up. First on the agenda is a long tail boat ride across Cheow Larn Lake where we’ll lose ourselves in the beauty of the limestone cliffs and surrounding wilderness. After lunch we’ll stay on the watercraft theme, hopping on a bamboo raft that will take us to the
incredible views of Pakarang Caves. Later you can choose to go kayaking, hiking or swimming then we’ll seal off the day with a squad dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Included Experiences:

• Sail Lake Cheow Lan
• Stay in a Jungle Ra

Khao Sok National Park
Today we transit from one paradise found to another. Waving goodbye to our jungle setting, we head off in search of the ocean-side village of Krabi.

Krabi
By early afternoon we’ll be slipping into the island lifestyle of Krabi. For some of us, cocktails and coconuts poolside will be high priority; for others, a poke around the markets and a swim in the ocean overlooking Thailand’s iconic vista of islands will be the call of the day. No matter how you choose to kick it, the good times are guaranteed.

Meals: Breakfast

Smiles will be broad over breakfast this morning as we sele in for another day in Krabi. A half day cruise of the islands and Rai Lei beach is up for grabs, if you can drag yourself away from pool hangs at our hotel. Either way, a bit of swimsuit action and water submersion is prey much a given.

Meals: Breakfast

Krabi
In any usual situation, saying goodbye to Krabi would be quite a tear jerker. But not today. Not when we have Malaysia on the agenda. Country hopping – squeal!!

Langkawi
Hello gorgeous, this is a place of postcards and dreams, an untapped paradise for us lucky wanderlust folk to uncover.

Meals: Breakfast

Ocean… palm trees… mountain backdrops… is this the prettiest travel destination ever? This morning, you’ll have the chance to kick back and enjoy the sun in your own way. Tonight, there’s an optional sunset dinner cruise too (think of it as the cherry on top of a wonderful day).

Meals: Breakfast

Langkawi
Laters Langkawi! Us hungry travellers must kick on and see what the rest of Malaysia has to offer – next stop, Penang.

Penang
Check in and throw down the bags, but no time to stop, because today we’re heading to the vibrant suburb and UNESCOlisted Georgetown where we’ll be whisked into a world of temples and street art. When we’re done with Georgetown, we’ll head back to Penang for some spicy street eats and exploring this evening.

Meals: Breakfast

Included Experiences: Georgetown Temple and Street Art Tour

Today we have a whole day in Penang, with the chance to explore this enchanting village by bike. A haven for the senses, this town is a plethora of delicious street eats, blending Malaysian and Indian influences. Need a recommendation on where to head? Don’t stress, just ask your Trip Manager (and make sure you’re hungry).

Penang
So long, Penang! We’re heading to Kuala Lumpur today, with a stop-off at Ipoh along the way.

Ipoh
Welcome to Ipoh. Awash with boutique cafes, street art and a rich heritage trail, you’ll have a splendid time breathing in the fresh highland air before we take to the city vibes of Kuala Lumpur.

Kuala Lumpur
We arrive to a complete change of scene as we head to the Malaysian capital city for some big city vibes, epic sights and a visit to the world famous Batu Caves.

Meals: Breakfast

Included Experiences: Visit Batu Caves

Today we’ll have a full day in Kuala Lumpur where you’ll experience the biggest and best aspects of the city. You and your fellow travellers are free to explore the streets of KL however you like. Tonight, you have the option to hop on a Vespa and hit the streets to check out this wonderful city’s night markets. Think delish food, local culture and sick ride.

Meals: Breakfast

Kuala Lumpur
We came, we saw, we did it all. KL you’ve been a dream but we’ve got one last big city in our sights, this time, Singapore! We’ll hop on a quick flight and before we know it, we have arrived.

Singapore
After landing in our final destination, spirits will be at an all time high over the last few days of seeing and doing it all. Team, let’s go out with a bang.

Meals: Breakfast

Asia is under our belts and the squad is next level tight. We’ll say our sad goodbyes before going our separate ways – big plans to reunite somewhere special.

Meals: Breakfast

• TRAVELLERS WITH A MIDDLE NAME MUST PROVIDE THIS TO CONTIKI, AS SERVICES CANNOT BE BOOKED WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION. Trip starts in Bangkok at 6:00pm and ends in Singapore at 9:00am. Full Passport Information (inclusive of middle name) is required at time of booking as services cannot be booked without this information. Single and twin chargeable arrival transfers are available for flights arriving into Bangkok (BKK Airport Only). Twin transfers can only be booked when two passengers are traveling together on the same reference number and same arrival flight. Departure transfers are not available. Full Flight Information must be provided if transfers are required to be booked. Please note that during the Contiki Special Stay in Khao Sok National Park travellers will be accommodated in shared rooming (single supplement does not apply on these nights). Travellers are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of the trip. This trip is operated by Contiki Holidays Asia Limited & you have one of our awesome Trip Managers on board. In South East Asia we contract our Ground services through a local Destination Management Company, called Trails of Indochina & EXO Travel. Their local guides & our Trip Manager will look after you through-out the trip.-

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