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north of the Malaysian border. From Bangkok, the train heads through sprawling suburbs then into a vast landscape of rice fields. Major towns passed include Hua Hin, the old royal capital. Overnight on board the train. DAY 9 - After alighting for customs and immigration checks at Padang Besar, re-board the train and travel through an increasingly tropical landscape to Butterworth, a further three hours away. On arrival transfer by road across the impressive 8 mile long bridge to Penang Island Pearl of the Orient, a place of mysterious temples and palm-shrouded beaches. Stay for three nights at your beachside hotel. DAY 10 - Today, a three-quarter day sightseeing tour of the island is included. You will see traditional batik printing, view a spice estate and a Malay Kampung, where houses are built on stilts. You will also drive around the capital, Georgetown, see Fort Cornwallis, Little India, bustling Chinatown, majestic Khoo Kongsi and the Wat Chayamankalaram which houses one of the world's largest reclining Buddhas. You will then join the Penang Hill Railway, a funicular, up to the cooler temperatures of this hill station. DAY 11 - Free to relax or explore this wonderful island further on one of our optional excursions. DAY 12 - Morning drive to Ipoh for an included sightseeing tour and lunch. Continue to Kuala Lumpur and an included sightseeing tour of this bustling capital of Malaysia, home to one of the world's tallest buildings, the Petronas Towers. Colonial buildings nestle beside Chinese shops, both overshadowed by towering office blocks. Other highlights are the Jamek Mosque, Chinatown, the Royal Palace, beautiful Lake Gardens and the National Museum. Transfer to your hotel for a two night stay. DAY 13 - At leisure in Kuala Lumpur. DAY 14 - The final stage of your fascinating rail journey is on board the `Ekspres Sinaran Seletan',
in first-class air-conditioned seating. Refreshments will be available. Once clear of Kuala Lumpur you travel past oil palm plantations which gradually give way to tea plantations, before arriving at Johor Bahru, Malaysia's newest economic hub. Then across the causeway to arrive at Singapore Station. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for a two night stay. Afternoon and evening at leisure. DAY 15 - Today we have included a morning sightseeing tour of Singapore which was founded by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819. You will see Orchard Road, Mount Faber, Raffles Place, the waterfront and Little India then walk through Chinatown, and finally the Botanic Gardens. Singapore is the world's second busiest port, known as the `Garden City'. Singapore offers a fascinating insight into the dignity of the old colonial days, mixed with fast developing and futuristic commercial enterprise. It is famous for its astonishing selection of shops, markets and bazaars, all with amazing duty free prices. The city itself is quite compact, and you can explore the narrow streets with their delightful open-air food stalls, stroll through the quiet squares or watch the chaotic and frenzied activity of the harbour area. DAY 16 - Most of the day at leisure until your transfer to the airport for the return flight to the UK. DAY 17 - Arrival in the UK.
ADD-ON
Bintan
3 nights from only £199
Why not complete this marvellous holiday with a three night stay on the fascinating Indonesian island of Bintan, only 45 minutes from Singapore by fast ferry. Once a safe haven for the pirates who roamed the Straits of Malacca, Bintan now has some lovely resort hotels on the gorgeous beaches of the northern coast. The capital, Tanjung Pinang, is a busy town full of character, and various excursions and boat trips are available. You will transfer by ferry from Singapore to Bintan Island for a three night stay at the luxurious Bintan Lagoon Resort, situated on the beach with glorious views over the sea and the gentle Bintan hills. Hotel facilities include several restaurants, bars, tennis courts and fitness centre. All rooms have private facilities, TV, telephone, air conditioning, minibar and safe. Accommodation is on a bed and breakfast basis. For further details please contact one of our Holiday Advisors. For departure dates and prices and information on room upgrades see page 157.
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