Day 1 to 3 – Singapore
Touch down in Singapore and spend three nights in your chosen hotel. You can get around…
Eastern & Oriental Express + Thai Beach
15 day Luxury Rail Holiday – from £5590
With flights from £6645
Visit Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand in luxury with a multi centre and rail holiday. Experience the buzz of Singapore, ride the opulent Eastern & Oriental Express through Western Malaysia, then unwind on the secluded beaches of Khao Lak.
Highlights:
- Enjoy a Singapore Sling at Raffles and visit lively Clarke Quay
- Travel on the luxurious Eastern & Oriental Express through Western Malaysia
- Explore enchanting landscapes of Perlis and Langkawi
- Unwind on pristine, secluded Thai beaches
- Visit picturesque Khao Sok National Park
Your Itinerary
Expand AllYou can customise your Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand holiday by adding extra nights or destinations. Speak to one of our Asia Experts for ideas and inspiration.
Touch down in Singapore and spend three nights in your chosen hotel. You can get around easily, thanks to the efficient public transport system, so spend a couple of days exploring at your leisure.
Head to Singapore’s distinct districts: Chinatown, Bugis and Little India, allowing your taste buds to travel around the world. Perhaps visit Clarke Quay one evening, for incredible dining, entertainment and night life.
Explore Gardens by the Bay, wandering through the Supertrees and lush greenhouses by day, and watching an light and sound show by night. Or, stroll through the UNESCO-heritage Botanic Gardens.
Sample some local art at the Singapore National Gallery, or you may like to enjoy a Singapore Sling at the elegant Raffles Hotel. Head to Marina Bay Bar to take in magical panoramic views.
Mandarin Oriental Singapore or similar
Breakfast
Day 1 to 3
| Singapore
Touch down in Singapore and spend three nights in your chosen hotel. You can get around easily, thanks to the efficient public transport system, so spend a couple of days exploring at your leisure.
Head to Singapore’s distinct districts: Chinatown, Bugis and Little India, allowing your taste buds to travel around the world. Perhaps visit Clarke Quay one evening, for incredible dining, entertainment and night life.
Explore Gardens by the Bay, wandering through the Supertrees and lush greenhouses by day, and watching an light and sound show by night. Or, stroll through the UNESCO-heritage Botanic Gardens.
Sample some local art at the Singapore National Gallery, or you may like to enjoy a Singapore Sling at the elegant Raffles Hotel. Head to Marina Bay Bar to take in magical panoramic views.
Mandarin Oriental Singapore or similar
Breakfast
Day 4 – Board the Eastern & Oriental Express
From Woodlands Station, board Belmond’s Eastern & Oriental Express, for four days of luxury rail travel…
From Woodlands Station, board Belmond’s Eastern & Oriental Express, for four days of luxury rail travel on the Essence of Malaysia route.
Spend the first day settling into your choice of elegant cabin, and enjoy stunning vistas of Malaysia’s lush, green landscapes pass you buy. Enjoy afternoon tea, a gourmet dinner and evening entertainment on board.
Your chosen Eastern & Oriental Express cabin
Breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 4
| Board the Eastern & Oriental Express
From Woodlands Station, board Belmond’s Eastern & Oriental Express, for four days of luxury rail travel on the Essence of Malaysia route.
Spend the first day settling into your choice of elegant cabin, and enjoy stunning vistas of Malaysia’s lush, green landscapes pass you buy. Enjoy afternoon tea, a gourmet dinner and evening entertainment on board.
Your chosen Eastern & Oriental Express cabin
Breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 5 – Perlis
Day two will begin with a relaxed morning, as you travel past Western Malaysia’s rural villages…
Day two will begin with a relaxed morning, as you travel past Western Malaysia’s rural villages and rice paddies. That afternoon, enjoy a choice of excursions. Perhaps opt for a speed boat cruise to Langkawi’s beautiful beaches, spend the afternoon cycling through Perlis Geopark, or learn about Malaysia’s art and traditions.
Your chosen Eastern & Oriental Express cabin
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 5
| Perlis
Day two will begin with a relaxed morning, as you travel past Western Malaysia’s rural villages and rice paddies. That afternoon, enjoy a choice of excursions. Perhaps opt for a speed boat cruise to Langkawi’s beautiful beaches, spend the afternoon cycling through Perlis Geopark, or learn about Malaysia’s art and traditions.
Your chosen Eastern & Oriental Express cabin
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 6 – Penang Island
On day three, you will visit colourful Penang Island. Perhaps immerse yourself historic George Town’s art…
On day three, you will visit colourful Penang Island. Perhaps immerse yourself historic George Town’s art and architecture on a Vespa tour, maybe take a cooking lesson at the top of Penang Hill, or explore the town by trishaw.
Your chosen Eastern & Oriental Express cabin
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 6
| Penang Island
On day three, you will visit colourful Penang Island. Perhaps immerse yourself historic George Town’s art and architecture on a Vespa tour, maybe take a cooking lesson at the top of Penang Hill, or explore the town by trishaw.
Your chosen Eastern & Oriental Express cabin
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Day 7 – Return to Singapore
Your final day on board the Eastern & Oriental Express takes you back to Singapore, where…
Your final day on board the Eastern & Oriental Express takes you back to Singapore, where you will disembark. Enjoy a final breakfast with your fellow passengers, and enjoy spectacular views of Malaysia’s beaches and rainforests.
After disembarking, you will be transferred back to the Mandarin Oriental Singapore (or your choice of Singapore hotel), for a final night. Perhaps take in the striking skyline from the rooftop pool, or watch the sunset from the bar.
The Mandarin Oriental
Breakfast
Day 7
| Return to Singapore
Your final day on board the Eastern & Oriental Express takes you back to Singapore, where you will disembark. Enjoy a final breakfast with your fellow passengers, and enjoy spectacular views of Malaysia’s beaches and rainforests.
After disembarking, you will be transferred back to the Mandarin Oriental Singapore (or your choice of Singapore hotel), for a final night. Perhaps take in the striking skyline from the rooftop pool, or watch the sunset from the bar.
The Mandarin Oriental
Breakfast
Day 8 to 14 – Devasom Khao Lak
On day 8, head to the airport, where you will fly to Phuket, and be transferred…
On day 8, head to the airport, where you will fly to Phuket, and be transferred to your hotel in Khao Lak.
Enjoy a week luxuriating on Thailand’s pristine white-sand beaches, staying at the luxurious Devasom Khao Lak (or similar). Perched on the secluded sands of Khuk Khak Beach, and surrounded by coconut groves, the Devasom is a peaceful, intimate resort.
Enjoy gourmet dining at the resort’s Takola Restaurant, featured in the Michelin guide and serving Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, or take in panoramic sea views at the more relaxed Devasom Beach Grill. The resort also boasts a double storey spa, a beautiful outdoor pool and even a library. Take advantage of a variety of complimentary activities, including a bicycle tour of the village, yoga, or garland making classes.
Khao Lak’s surrounding coastline is littered with secluded beaches, or head in-land to picturesque Ton Chong Fa Waterfall. Khao Sok National Park boasts incredible biodiversity, and you can explore by trekking through the oldest evergreen rainforest in the world, kayaking or rafting down Sok River, taking a boat tour to breathtaking Cheow Larn Lake, or meeting Asian Elephants up close.
Devasom Khao Lak or similar
Breakfast
Day 8 to 14
| Devasom Khao Lak
On day 8, head to the airport, where you will fly to Phuket, and be transferred to your hotel in Khao Lak.
Enjoy a week luxuriating on Thailand’s pristine white-sand beaches, staying at the luxurious Devasom Khao Lak (or similar). Perched on the secluded sands of Khuk Khak Beach, and surrounded by coconut groves, the Devasom is a peaceful, intimate resort.
Enjoy gourmet dining at the resort’s Takola Restaurant, featured in the Michelin guide and serving Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, or take in panoramic sea views at the more relaxed Devasom Beach Grill. The resort also boasts a double storey spa, a beautiful outdoor pool and even a library. Take advantage of a variety of complimentary activities, including a bicycle tour of the village, yoga, or garland making classes.
Khao Lak’s surrounding coastline is littered with secluded beaches, or head in-land to picturesque Ton Chong Fa Waterfall. Khao Sok National Park boasts incredible biodiversity, and you can explore by trekking through the oldest evergreen rainforest in the world, kayaking or rafting down Sok River, taking a boat tour to breathtaking Cheow Larn Lake, or meeting Asian Elephants up close.
Devasom Khao Lak or similar
Breakfast
Day 15 – Farewell from Khao Lak
Your luxury rail and beach holiday draws to a close on day 15. Enjoy your last…
Your luxury rail and beach holiday draws to a close on day 15. Enjoy your last morning at the Devasom, before you will be transferred to Phuket airport for your flight home.
Breakfast
Day 15
| Farewell from Khao Lak
Your luxury rail and beach holiday draws to a close on day 15. Enjoy your last morning at the Devasom, before you will be transferred to Phuket airport for your flight home.
Breakfast
Choose Your Cabin
Choose your accommodation on the Eastern & Oriental Express.
Pullman Cabin
Pullman Cabins are comfortable and cosy, with vintage charm. They feature a banquette style sofa by…
Pullman Cabins are comfortable and cosy, with vintage charm. They feature a banquette style sofa by day, and an upper and a lower twin bed by night. Enjoy the views from two large windows.
Pullman Cabin
Pullman Cabins are comfortable and cosy, with vintage charm. They feature a banquette style sofa by day, and an upper and a lower twin bed by night. Enjoy the views from two large windows.
State Cabin
State Cabins are light and airy. Watch the world go by in the lounge layout, with…
State Cabins are light and airy. Watch the world go by in the lounge layout, with a banquette style sofa and armchairs, during the day. At night, the lounge transforms into comfortable twin beds.
State Cabin
State Cabins are light and airy. Watch the world go by in the lounge layout, with a banquette style sofa and armchairs, during the day. At night, the lounge transforms into comfortable twin beds.
Presidential Suite
Travel in luxury, in a spacious and elegant Presidential Suite. You will be welcomed on board…
Travel in luxury, in a spacious and elegant Presidential Suite. You will be welcomed on board with caviar, a fruit basket and flowers, and you have access to free-flowing Champagne.
During the day, relax and take in the views from the plush seating area, which then transforms into comfortable twin beds for the night. Enjoy your light and airy bathroom, with indulgent toiletries, and treat yourself to a complimentary treatment at the on-board spa.
With the Presidential Suite, you will receive private arrival and departure transfers, 24-hour onboard service and direct access to the General Manager to discuss your journey and excursions. Take advantage of the onboard WiFi, and choose your own music with the sound system.
Presidential Suite
Travel in luxury, in a spacious and elegant Presidential Suite. You will be welcomed on board with caviar, a fruit basket and flowers, and you have access to free-flowing Champagne.
During the day, relax and take in the views from the plush seating area, which then transforms into comfortable twin beds for the night. Enjoy your light and airy bathroom, with indulgent toiletries, and treat yourself to a complimentary treatment at the on-board spa.
With the Presidential Suite, you will receive private arrival and departure transfers, 24-hour onboard service and direct access to the General Manager to discuss your journey and excursions. Take advantage of the onboard WiFi, and choose your own music with the sound system.
This Holiday Includes
11 nights hotel accommodation
3 nights on Belmond’s Eastern & Oriental Express
Breakfast daily, and all meals on board the Eastern & Oriental Express
Choice of hot drinks, soft drinks, wines, beers and spirits on board the train
Experiences and activities as detailed in the itinerary
Airport and hotel transfers
Flights & More Options
Ask your FREEDOM Consultant to include Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for a complete ABTA and ATOL protected package.
They can also add extra nights and experiences in places you choose, to create the exact holiday you are looking for. Popular options include:
- Extra nights in Singapore or Khao Lak
- A guided tour of the Gardens by the Bay
Next Step
Please get in touch with our Asia Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.
Eastern & Oriental Express + Thai Beach
15 day Luxury Rail Holiday – from £5590
With flights from £6645
Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a double or twin room. Flights, hotels and tours are subject to availability and seasonal variations may apply. Please call Freedom Destinations for details.
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