Eastern & Oriental Express Asia Classic
Eastern & Oriental Express - Bangkok to Singapore by rail
Experience the uniqueness of South East Asia in the utmost comfort and luxury, on board the elegant and timeless Eastern & Oriental Express. Departing from Bangkok you will pass the famous River Kwai before heading into Malaysia, past colonial Georgetown and Fort Cornwallis, over the Straits of Johor before arriving into the vibrant heart of Singapore.
Itinerary - 4 Days / 3 Nights
Day 1 - Bangkok
The Eastern & Oriental Express departs Bangkok in the early evening. Having been welcomed onboard the gleaming carriages, settle into your comfortable cabin. Dinner is served as the train travels from city into the countryside with its rice-fields, villages and water buffalo. Retire to your cabin, transformed into a cosy bedroom by your steward.
Day 2 - Wang Po & River Kwai
Awake early in order not to miss the excitement of the train making its way from Wang Po along the wooden trestle viaduct beside a towering cliff.
On arrival at the River Kwai Bridge station, the E&O stops to allow you to disembark. Guides escort you on the short walk down to the jetty to board a local raft for a cruise along the lush greenery of the picturesque Kwai Yai river, passing under the Bridge. On board, a local historian provides a brief overview of the history of the Thailand-Burma railway and the bridge. At the E&O landing point you board a motor coach for a brief trip past the North Temple and Chinese Cemetery to the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre. As you explore the informative museum, the historian is available to answer questions. There is time to visit the Don Rak War Cemetery adjacent to the museum if you wish.
Rejoin the coach for the short ride to the Kanchanaburi railway station to board the Eastern & Oriental Express. Later reflect on the day’s sights over dinner and relax with a drink in the Bar Car before retiring for the night.
Day 3 - Penang
After brunch the train arrives into Butterworth. Here coaches take you across to colonial Georgetown, capital of Penang, on the local ferry. Enjoy a guided introductory tour with pre-World War II mosques, elaborately-roofed temples, churches, bazaars and colourful shophouses.
Take the short ride back to Butterworth and rejoin the Eastern & Oriental Express. Spend the afternoon watching the passing scenery from one of the lounge cars or from the open deck of the Observation Car. Dine again in one of the opulent dining cars and then spend a relaxing evening in the Bar Car with its resident pianist. Spend your last night on board.
Day 4 - Singapore
After breakfast, soon it’s time to leave the train, having crossed the Straits of Johor into Singapore.
Reverse itinerary is also available. Sinagpore to Bangkok, 3 days / 2 nights
2012 prices and schedule
Eastern & Oriental Express Classic, Bangkok to Singapore
Prices from £1,440 per person, twin share in a Pullman Superior cabin.
Prince includes: all meals on board, complimentary tea and coffee in cabin and sightseeing excursions.
Departure dates 2012: from Bangkok on February 12,19, March 4,11,18, April 1, 24, May 16, June 25, July 23, August 27, September 23, October 6, 21, November 6,18,27 and December 23
Book by 31st October 2012.
Terms & Conditions: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin cabin; prices are subject to availability and change; booking conditions apply.
To book, call 0845 643 6561
To book this travel offer, call one of our tailor-made travel experts now, quoting reference WEX101826.
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