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Singapore & Malaysia: Tapestry of Cultures

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 Trip Length
11 Days
 Trip Starts
Singapore
 Trip Finishes
Kuala Lumpur
11 Day Singapore & Malaysia: Tapestry of Cultures Itinerary (Abercrombie & Kent)
Countries Explored: Singapore, Malaysia
Trip Operator
No Reviews
Trip Style
Marco Polo
Departures
Accommodation
5 Star
Max. Group Size
18
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
AKSMTC

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Abercrombie & Kent's 11 Day Singapore & Malaysia: Tapestry of Cultures. Immerse yourself in two sumptuous destinations, each with diverse cultures, that have been at the crossroads of international trade for centuries, getting to know their many peoples and cuisines on a unique journey that reveals the rich contrast between the soaring architecture of major cities and the tropical beauty of highland landscapes.

Itinerary

Arrive in Singapore, where you are met and transferred to your legendary hotel. Check-in and relax, with an authentic, complimentary Singapore Sling in hand. Stay: Raffles Hotel Singapore

Begin exploring Singapore with a walking tour of the Chijmes, a historic building complex and former convent. Continue to the city's lush Botanical Gardens, including its renowned National Orchid Garden. Enjoy lunch at hawker-filled Newton Food Centre before proceeding to spectacular Gardens by the Bay, observing the resident flora and fauna and experiencing the futuristic Supertree Observatory. Discover Singapore's Chinatown and learn about the city's legacy as a centre for the spice trade on a visit to Ang Siang Hill. Return to your hotel, where later this evening you enjoy a welcome dinner. Stay: Raffles Hotel Singapore (B/L/D)

After a morning at leisure, fly to the island state of Penang, checking into your hotel on arrival. This evening, seek out culinary treasures on a foodie tour of the Gurney Drive Hawker Centre, the city's go-to hub for mouth-watering street food. Stay: Eastern & Oriental Hotel (B/D)

Today, Ride Like a Local by rickshaw through UNESCO-listed colonial Georgetown, a multicultural enclave. Visit Pinang Peranakan Mansion, a museum devoted to preserving the culture of the Peranakans. Then, proceed to the Cheong Fatt Sze Mansion (the Blue Mansion) to take in its distinctive architectural features. After lunch, enjoy a lesson from a master in the game of mahjong, on an A&K-exclusive experience. Later at your hotel, gather for a proper afternoon tea. Stay: Eastern & Oriental Hotel (B/L)

Experience the natural splendours of Tropical Spice Garden, a rainforest home to hundreds of species. Take a break from exploring for a Malay cooking class, helping a local chef concoct the dishes you enjoy for lunch on a Chef's Table experience. Visit Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve, home to soaring tropical trees and over 100 species of birds, taking a funicular to the summit of the hill. Stay: Eastern & Oriental Hotel (B/L/D)

Drive to Kuala Kangsar, nestled in a lush valley and once home to the Sultan of Perak. Take the opportunity to learn about the history of these royal rulers before continuing to the rolling, green Cameron Highlands and your colonial bungalow-inspired resort hotel, where you enjoy dinner. Stay: Cameron Highlands Resort (B/L/D)

Set out for Boh Tea Plantation, where you try your hand at picking tea leaves, observe the artful work of processing tea and sip a freshly brewed cup yourself. This afternoon, choose to explore this scenic area during a hike through a cloud forest, or relax at your hotel, savouring a traditional high tea. Stay: Cameron Highlands Resort (B/L/D)

Descend from the highlands and see Sam Poh Tong Temple, hewn into a cave at the foot of a limestone pinnacle. Then, journey overland to the nation's dazzlingly modern capital city, Kuala Lumpur. On arrival, check in to your luxurious hotel, where you partake in a Scenic Sundowner overlooking the city's dazzling skyline before dinner at a local restaurant. Stay: Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur (B/D)

Start your exploration of the city from an incredible vantage point: the skybridge of the soaring Petronas Twin Towers. Next, discover another facet of Malaysia's cultural mix with a visit to the Islamic Arts Museum, the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia. Peruse the city's Central Market, where local artists and craftsmen sell their goods. After lunch at a local restaurant, your afternoon is at leisure for relaxing or exploring. Stay: Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur (B/L)

Venture to historic Malacca, a city whose architecture reflects a mix of Chinese, Dutch and Portuguese colonial influences. Privately cruise the Malacca River to visit St. Paul's Church, the Sultanate Palace, Stadthuys (city hall) and Old Town. After lunch at a local restaurant, return to Kuala Lumpur. Tonight at your hotel, gather for a farewell dinner. Stay: Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur (B/L/D)

After breakfast, transfer to the Kuala Lumpur airport for your departing flight. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Experience Singapore and Malaysia's rich culinary diversity with lunch at the famed Newton Food Centre, a Malay cooking lesson, and a traditional English afternoon tea
  • Wander the colonial streets of Penang and learn to play mahjong with an expert in the city's historic Blue Mansion, a location featured in Crazy Rich Asians
  • Explore two highly diverse cities, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, from the Gardens of the Bay to the Petronas Towers
  • Marvel at the former royal town of Kuala Kangsar and try your hand at picking tea leaves in the picturesque Cameron Highlands

  • English-Speaking Resident Tour Director and Local Guides
  • Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations (Where Available)
  • Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
  • Travelling Bell Boy Luggage Handling
  • Breakfast in Bed on Select Days
  • Full Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners
  • Traveller's Valet Laundry Service
  • Internet Access (Where Available)
  • Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
  • 24/7 A&K On-Call Support
  • Guaranteed Departures with Just Two Guests

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Disruptions to itinerary may occur.
  • Internal air included: Singapore/Penang
  • This journey contains some active elements
  • Minimum age is 10 years
  • First group event: welcome briefing at 8:00am on Day 2
  • Last group event: farewell dinner at 7:00pm on Day 10
  • Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests
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