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A feast for the senses awaits in Singapore - a fantasyland of skyscrapers, lush gardens and an intoxicating mix of cultures and cuisines, from India to China. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Later meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception with local appetisers.
Tread in the footsteps of Sir Stamford Raffles, launching your city tour on the spot where it all began for colonial Singapore – Raffles Landing Site. Stroll along the Singapore River through the Colonial District and see the landmarks that remain to this day, including the former Parliament House, the Victoria Theatre and the Old Supreme Court Building. Dive Into Culture and explore the contrasts of Singapore, from the red and gold façades of Chinatown to the intoxicating spice and vibrant flower garland vendors in Little India. Later, visit the UNESCO-listed Singapore Botanic Gardens and enjoy a leisurely stroll through its exquisite National Orchid Garden before spending the afternoon at leisure. This evening, a Local Specialist demonstrates the delicate craft of Chinese Calligraphy before dinner at a local Chinese restaurant. Stroll through the narrow lanes of the Night Market and take a trishaw ride before returning to your hotel.
There are few things more important to the local Singaporeans than food and you’ll discover this as you Dive Into Culture and spend the morning sampling the city’s culinary delights that reflect its multi-cultural influences, including Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan. Rub shoulders with the locals at Geylang Serai market, which lies at the heart of the Malay community. Here you can indulge in all-time Singaporean favourites like Roti Prata and Thosai taken with a frothy glass of Teh Tarik. Continue to the Joo Chiat and Katong enclave where you will visit a Peranakan-style shophouse showcasing a display of local delicacies as well as artefacts, nyonya attire, bags and beaded slippers. The shop is run by family members who are committed to preserving the Peranakan heritage through their culinary and handicraft skills. This evening consider joining our ‘Night Out at Marina Bay’ Optional Experience to enjoy the Rhapsody of Lights Show at Gardens by the Bay and views of Singapore from the Marina Bay Sands Skypark Observation Deck.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Night Out at The Marina - Group Trip by Coach
The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars.
Adult Price: S$68.00
Optional Experience
Night Out at The Marina - With Private Vehicle and Guide
The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars.
Adult Price: S$214.00
Day 4
Journey to Malacca
Leave the cityscape of Singapore behind bound for Malaysia, where your journey begins with a visit to Kampung Cantik village. Here you’ll Connect With Locals and join a family for a Be My Guest lunch before a walk around the village with a Local Specialist. Admire the distinct Malacca kampong stilt houses and discover the scents and flavours of local fruits, herbs and spices that infuse the delicious regional cuisine. Immerse yourself in the local culture and participate in some of the villagers’ favourite pastimes such as top spinning and silat, a Malaysian art of self-defence. Then, continue to your hotel in Malacca and check-in for a relaxing evening.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Casa del Rio
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest
Day 5
Uncover Historic Malacca
This morning, your Local Specialist reveals the seamless fusion of Portuguese, Dutch, British and Malay influences that have shaped the UNESCO-listed historic city of Malacca. Embark on an informative walking tour past Dutch Square with its Stadhuys and clock tower, reflecting the multi-cultural heritage of this once vibrant trading port. Ascend to the top of Malacca Hill, then stroll along the river to Kampung Kuli where you’ll discover colourful shopfronts displaying traditional crafts. This afternoon, board a leisurely cruise along the Malacca River, sailing past historic buildings, old godowns (warehouses), churches and villages. After a day of exploration enjoy dinner at one of the local restaurants.
The commercial and culinary hub of Malaysia awaits – its skyscrapers and colourful street vendors yours to explore over the next two days. You’ll visit Independence Square and view the grand 19th century Sultan Abdul Samad Building, with a final stop to see the city’s landmarks from the Sky Bridge observation deck perched between the imposing 88-storey-high Petronas Twin Towers that tower over Kuala Lumpur. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to explore Kuala Lumpur on your terms.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Melia Kuala Lumpur
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 7
Experience Vibrant Kuala Lumpur
We venture into the countryside this morning for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience visit to a village inhabited by the Orang Asli, an ethnic group widely regarded as being Malaysia's original inhabitants. We’ll delve into their history and traditions during a visit to the Orang Asli Museum, then stroll around the village with a Local Specialist, observing first-hand local traditions such as bamboo cooking and weaving. We return to Kuala Lumpur, where we’ll visit Chow Kit Market and watch how the locals haggle to get the best deals. Our next stop is the central Kuala Lumpur enclave of Kampung Baru, where the ethnic Malay lifestyle has been preserved. Sample traditional Malay sweets and cakes at the local food stalls before returning to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Chinatown by Night with Dinner
Wander through the bustling night market in Chinatown where you can test your bargaining skills with the vendors for a wide variety of merchandise spread across the street. Visit the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple located in the heart of Chinatown which was founded in 1873 and is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur. The smell of burning jasmine, incessant chanting of the Hindu priest, and the mystical aura combine to give you a lasting spiritual impression. Afterwards a delicious Malay dinner is served in a local restaurant. The price shown is in Malaysian Ringgit.
Adult Price: RM335.00
Optional Experience
Premier Snorkel Sail with Lunch
For those that love adventure and a great BBQ, this is definitely the trip for you and your family. The day starts with delicious Kona coffee, tropical juices and a continental breakfast. You will experience two premier snorkel destinations (seasonal) as our helpful crew takes care of all your needs. After dropping the anchor to snorkel, we fire up the grill and prepare a delicious BBQ meal for you right on the boat! We then open up the bar and enjoy an invigorating trade wind sail (seasonal) back to Ka’anapali. Total duration approximately 4.5 hours. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: $159.00
Optional Experience
Sunrise Haleakala
Set your alarm and get ready to dress warmly as we prepare to make the 38 mile trip up to the summit of the dormant volcano known as Haleakala. The temperature stays around 20 degrees Fahrenheit, but the sight of the sun rising from 10,000 ft above sea level will soon warm you up. Breakfast Included. Total duration approximatley 6 hours. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: $215.00
Optional Experience
Whalewatch Lahaina with Transportation to Lahaina (November - March)
Informative and fun, each two-hour classic whalewatch is led by a team of Pacific Whale Foundation's certified Marine Naturalists, who explain and interpret the social behavior of humpback whales. Listen to whale songs through underwater hydrophones, watch mothers and calves interact and see males compete for females. Every trip is different; you never know what you will experience! Total duration approximately 3 hours. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: $82.00
Day 8
Onwards to the Cameron Highlands
Journey deep into the Malaysian countryside, stopping briefly at the Selangor Pewter factory before continuing to Batu Caves, one of Malaysia's most iconic sights and a popular Hindu shrine. En route to the Cameron Highlands, enjoy a quick photo stop at the Lata Iskandar Waterfall, then continue to Tanah Rata for a Trafalgar highlight - afternoon tea and scones with cream and locally produced jam. Discover the region's strawberry farming heritage during a visit to a strawberry farm, then continue to your hotel for dinner.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Strawberry Park Resort
Lush valleys and tea plantations provide a tranquil backdrop for today's drive through the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia's most extensive hill station. Snap a photo of the area's emerald landscape before driving to Perak Cave Temple, an extensive cave complex in Ipoh. Venture into the cave temple and see its beautifully painted murals and golden sitting Buddha statue, which dominates the temple. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour of the charasmatic town of Ipoh and admire the colonial-style buildings which were once home to wealthy tin miners and today house trendy cafés and shops. Walk through the old town's narrow laneways and admire the street art that adorn its façades. Spend the rest of your evening relaxing or consider visiting the night bazaar for some retail therapy.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Weil
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 10
Continue to Georgetown
Our journey to Penang this morning takes us past the royal town of Kuala Kangsar where we’ll visit the majestic Ubudiah Mosque, ranked as one of Malaysia’s most beautiful mosques with its white marble and massive golden dome. Afterwards we’ll visit the workshop of a traditional keris maker for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to learn about how these elaborately carved daggers are made and hear all about their spiritual meaning to the local people who believe that they possess magical powers. Later we'll drive over one of the longest bridges in Southeast Asia before arriving in Penang, which we’ll have an opportunity to explore at leisure after checking in to our hotel. This afternoon consider joining an Optional Experience to visit the majestic Kek Lok Si Temple and ascend Penang Hill by funicular railway. Our accommodation tonight is one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories - a traditional heritage hotel that originally housed shop-houses.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Penaga/Areca Hotel Penang
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 11
Explore Historical Georgetown
Immerse yourself in the Asia of yesteryear as you embark on a historical tour of Georgetown. Begin your journey back in time with a quick photo stop at Fort Cornwallis, where Captain Francis Light, the founder of the British colony in Penang, first landed in 1786. Continue with a visit to the small home of the local joss stick maker, a Local Specialist who will demonstrate the almost-forgotten craft of making handmade joss sticks. Your next stop is to the intricately carved Chinese clan house of Khoo Kongsi, where Chinese families of the same surname gather together to worship their ancestors. Later, see the city’s splendid colonial architecture and famous street art from the comfort of a traditional trishaw, followed by an afternoon at leisure. Your epic journey across Singapore and Malaysia almost at its end, you’ll join your travel companions for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the highlights of your trip.
Transfer to Batu Ferringhi for your stay at the stunning beach-side hotel; the Golden Sands Resort, Penang. The hotel features three outdoor pools in beautifully landscaped gardens and is within walking distance of the local night market. Enjoy the afternoon and evening at leisure.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Golden Sands by Shangri-la
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 13
Beachside in Batu Ferringhi
Today is completely at leisure. Relax and enjoy the amenities at the hotel and perhaps do some last minute shopping in Batu Ferringhi.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 14
Farewell Penang
Transfer to Penang International Airport for your onward flight.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
Book with your travel director when you travel
Available on day 3
Night Out at The Marina - Group Trip by Coach
The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars.
Adult Price: S$68.00
Available on day 3
Night Out at The Marina - With Private Vehicle and Guide
The tour starts with a visit to Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s vision of creating a City in a Garden. This multi-award-winning horticultural marvel offers breath-taking waterfront views spanning over 101 hectares of reclaimed land. As dusk falls, the Marina Bay skyline emerges and the iconic tree-like vertical gardens - Supertree Grove, design with large canopies that provide shade in the day, comes alive with a display of light and sound in their Garden Rhapsody Show. Later visit the Marina Sands Skypark Observation Deck and enjoy a birds-eye view of the city below. It is a roof like no other, perched 200 metres in the air with the observation deck in the clouds. No better way to end the evening than cruising the Singapore River on a bumboat, passing historical bridges and buildings built more than a century ago. The price shown is in Singapore Dollars.
Adult Price: S$214.00
Available on day 7
Chinatown by Night with Dinner
Wander through the bustling night market in Chinatown where you can test your bargaining skills with the vendors for a wide variety of merchandise spread across the street. Visit the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple located in the heart of Chinatown which was founded in 1873 and is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur. The smell of burning jasmine, incessant chanting of the Hindu priest, and the mystical aura combine to give you a lasting spiritual impression. Afterwards a delicious Malay dinner is served in a local restaurant. The price shown is in Malaysian Ringgit.
Adult Price: RM335.00
Available on day 7
Premier Snorkel Sail with Lunch
For those that love adventure and a great BBQ, this is definitely the trip for you and your family. The day starts with delicious Kona coffee, tropical juices and a continental breakfast. You will experience two premier snorkel destinations (seasonal) as our helpful crew takes care of all your needs. After dropping the anchor to snorkel, we fire up the grill and prepare a delicious BBQ meal for you right on the boat! We then open up the bar and enjoy an invigorating trade wind sail (seasonal) back to Ka’anapali. Total duration approximately 4.5 hours. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: $159.00
Available on day 7
Sunrise Haleakala
Set your alarm and get ready to dress warmly as we prepare to make the 38 mile trip up to the summit of the dormant volcano known as Haleakala. The temperature stays around 20 degrees Fahrenheit, but the sight of the sun rising from 10,000 ft above sea level will soon warm you up. Breakfast Included. Total duration approximatley 6 hours. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: $215.00
Available on day 7
Whalewatch Lahaina with Transportation to Lahaina (November - March)
Informative and fun, each two-hour classic whalewatch is led by a team of Pacific Whale Foundation's certified Marine Naturalists, who explain and interpret the social behavior of humpback whales. Listen to whale songs through underwater hydrophones, watch mothers and calves interact and see males compete for females. Every trip is different; you never know what you will experience! Total duration approximately 3 hours. (No Minimum)
Adult Price: $82.00
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
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About this trip
About this trip
What's included
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13 nights
Accommodation
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19 Meals
1 Welcome Reception, 1 Be My Guest, 1 Farewell Dinner, 2 Regional Dinners, 13 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
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On-trip Transport
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The Trafalgar difference
Connect with Locals
Enjoy lunch with a local family in the village of Kampung Cantik, Malacca.
Stays with Stories
In Georgetown, stay in a stunning heritage hotel that was built in the 1920s and originally housed traditional shop-houses.
Dive into Culture
Sample Singapore's culinary delights on a walking tour.
Dive into Culture
Visit Singapore's Chinatown to learn about Chinese immigrants history.
Dive into Culture
Visit Singapore's Little India to have an insight of Indian culture and tradition.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
Visit a village inhabited by the Orang Asli ethnic group.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
Visit a traditional keris maker.
Sightseeing highlights
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Explore Singapore, Malacca and Kuala Lumpur
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Visit the Botanic Gardens in Singapore, Dutch Square in Malacca, the Petronas Twin Tower Sky Bridge and the Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur, the Cameron Highlands, the Perak Cave Temple near Ipoh and the Ubudiah Mosque in Kuala Kangsar
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View the King's Palace and Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Optional Experiences and free time
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We were kept well-informed at all times and everything went off as scheduled.
Except for the reception at the airport, we were informed and treated well during the entire trip. Excellent facilities and great sight-seeing. It took us an hour to find someone at the airport to take us to our first hotel!
Our tour guide, Michael, was wonderful. Wealth of knowledge, very personable and willing to help in any way he could. Great itinerary and hotel selections.
Fairly nice rooms that got better throughout the trip. 'Was not completely enamored with communication via our trip director, e.g. lacking info on meeting sights and times. For instance I relt we left in a lurch at the Arizona Memorial. He should have stayed closer by and more obvious, so we could ask questions.
The itinerary buildup, specifically the farm dinner and tour of the Honolulu Palace and government center, was greater than the actual experience. The dinner servings were smaller than expected, and the buildings were not open to tourists.
We both had a good time on the Hawaiian trip. The director was a master of logistics, directing us through the several tour activities, the meal venues, the airport screening procedures, and the short flights between the islands. He also provided us with some Hawaiian cultural insights. The only changes we would suggest are to include the whale watch option as part of the regular activities, and to shorten the volcano visit to two stops with more time off of the bus.
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What is an Active Trip? This is an "Active" lifestyle itinerary, with walks and hikes most days. Hikes will range from easy/moderate to strenuous. No technical climbing skills are required but a reasonable level of fitness is required to make the trip more enjoyable. Understanding that not all people want to hike at the same pace or even on the same trail we will, where possible, host map orientation and then let everyone disperse to enjoy the trails best suited to them.
What to Pack Guests should bring lightweight hiking shoes or boots, broad brimmed sun hats, sunglasses, layered clothing, reusable water bottle(s), a hiking day pack and hiking poles (optional)
Weather & Altitude While the itinerary is laid out below, we are at the mercy of the weather and so reserve the right to adjust the program as necessary. Please keep in mind that the higher elevations and possible variations in weather and temperature can increase the perceived level of difficulty of our activities. Elevation ranges up to 9,000 feet for Utah’s Mighty Five and up to 11,000 feet for California High Country Adventure.
Everyone reacts differently to altitude and so if you do have any health issues you should check with your doctor that this trip is suitable for you.