Day 1: Arrival in Singapore, Airport pick-up, Night Safari
Amazing Night View of Singapore Welcome to take this Singapore Malaysia Thailand tour! Upon your arrival, your experienced driver will pick you up at the airport and send you to the carefully selected hotel. The afternoon will be free on your own. You can stroll around or take a rest at the hotel. In the evening, we will head to Singapore Night Safari, an exciting and special place where you will have a close contact with the night animals. Free Time Suggestion: Singapore, with an area of 728.6 square kilometers, is one of the world's smallest countries. For the free afternoon, you can head to some downtown spots, such as the National Gallery Singapore and the ArtScince Museum, easily by taxi, which takes less than 20 minutes. Accommodation: Mercure Singapore Bugis (4 stars)
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Day 2: Singapore City Highlights
After breakfast today, you will be escorted to visit the Suntec City, which is the biggest shopping mall in Singapore. Outside the shopping mall is the Fountain of Wealth, which is a landmark building of Singapore. Around the fountain carved the 12 zodiac signs on the ground and it's said walking around the fountain for three times could bring wealth. Then we will drive for around 10 minutes to the Orchard Road, which is a 2.2 kilometers (1.4 miles) shopping strip with over a dozen large shopping malls, from the top luxury goods to the public designer clothes. You can either shop here or stroll along the street to admire the fine windows and famous artworks. Afterwards, you will be guided to the Little India, which is like a microcosm of India. Here, you can see several Hindu temples and mosques, enjoy a cup of rich Teh Tarik or buy some Indian ornaments or curries. The next stop will be Chinatown, which is a lively place where you could taste various Chinese snacks and admire many buildings and temples with Chinese characteristics. The last stop in the morning will be the Merlion Park and the Merlion statues inside are very famous. This afternoon, we'll head to visit the Jurong Bird Park, which is the largest bird park in the world and the most spectacular "bird paradise" in Southeast Asia. Built against the Jurong Mountain, it covers 20.2 hectares (49.9 acres) and is home to more than 5,000 birds. After finishing the visit, you will be transferred back to the hotel. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mercure Singapore Bugis (4 stars)
Merlion Park
Temple at Little India
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Day 3: One Day Singapore Exploration with Sentosa
In the morning, you will be guided to visit Singapore Botanic Garden, which is Singapore's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you will admire countless exotic and precious subtropical and tropical flowers and trees, including many endangered species. Orchids are one of the most distinctive and attractive plants here, so the Orchid Garden can’t be missed. After that, we will set out to Sentosa, which is the top resort in Singapore. In Sentosa, you will be accompanied to visit the S.E.A. Aquarium. Here, you can stand in front of the aquarium viewing window, which is 36 meters (39 yards) long and 8.3 meters (9 yards) high, watching various kinds of fish swimming and you will be definitely amazed by the mysterious and colorful sea wonderland. In addition, you could also enjoy the Wings of Time performance here. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mercure Singapore Bugis (4 stars)
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Day 4: Fly to Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur City Sightseeing
Independence Square, Kuala Lumpur On the fourth day, you will leave Singapore and head to Kuala Lumpur by flight. Upon arrival, your English speaking driver will pick you up with a placard and take you to visit Kuala Lumpur City. The first stop will be the Independence Square, which is one of the largest squares in the world. At the south end of the square stands a 100-foot-high flagpole and the Malaysian flag was raised here for the first time on Aug 31, 1957, marking the country's independence from British rule. Here you can also appreciate the appearance of Sultan Abdul Samad Building and St Mary’s Church. Lunch will be on your own, and your driver will be glad to recommend some restaurants based on your preference. In the afternoon, we will go to the National Mosque, which can hold 8,000 people praying at the same time. The most striking feature here is the cascading umbrella-like roof, which is well worth a visit. On the way there, your driver will introduce it to you and after arrival, you will go inside by yourself. After that, we will head to appreciate the appearance of the King's Palace and you will have some free time to take photos here. Finally, we'll go to the Petronas Towers to overlook the whole Kuala Lumpur city on the Sky Bridge on the 41st floor (The ticket to the observation deck is included). Kindly Note: 1. In Malaysia, you will have a professional English-speaking driver. Your driver will accompany you and introduce the attractions to you during the journey. While for the scenic spots which have in-house tour guides, you will be accompanied by them and your driver will not follow you. 2. Visitors should dress properly and take off their shoes when entering the National Mosque and women also need to wear headscarves, which will be specially offered freely. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur (5 stars)
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Day 5: Private Transfer to Malacca, Half-day Malacca City Trip
Today we will drive for 2 hours to Malacca, which is the oldest city in Malaysia. Upon arrival, we will first head to explore Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in Malaysia. The wood carvings in the temple are exquisite, which are worthy of careful appreciation. Then we will come to the Stadthuys (Dutch Red Square), which is a red Dutch style architecture built in the 17th century. It was once a church and the city hall and now is the Malacca Museum, which houses numerous historical artifacts from Malaysia, Portuguese, Dutch and British. After that, we will walk through St. Paul Church and Fortress Porta de Santiago, which were both built by Portuguese, situated on the top and at the foot of St. Paul's Hill separately. After climbing St. Paul's Hill, it's also nice to look out over the Strait of Malacca. Then you can try some local snacks at Jonker Street nearby. After the visit, your driver will send you back to Kuala Lumpur. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur (5 stars)
Dutch Red Square
St. Paul's Church
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Day 6: Tour to Batu Caves and Kuantan Fireflies Park
This morning will be free on your own arrangement. In the afternoon, your driver will pick you up at the appointed time and then drive you out of the city to the famous Hindu shrine, the Batu Caves, which is also one of the most mysterious caves in the world. In late January and early February each year, you will see as many as 300,000 pilgrims carrying idols and singing religious hymns as they march into the caves. Then, we will head to the highest point of Kuala Selangor to overlook the fort, which manages the ferries and cruises running between the Strait of Malacca and the Selangor River. Here you will also have a chance to see the Silver Leaf Monkeys. In the late afternoon, you will enjoy dinner while appreciating the stunning sunset over the Selangor River. Then you will be driven to today's last stop, Kampung Kuantan Fireflies Park, which is the biggest firefly habitat in the world. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to row a boat to appreciate the incredible shining fireflies. After that, we will go back to Kuala Lumpur at around 21:30. Free Time Suggestion:After you get enough sleep today, you can go to Jalan Alor or Petaling Street, where you could enjoy some leisure time to experience the local lifestyle as well as find delicious food for lunch. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur (5 stars)
Batu Caves
Jalan Alor Street
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Day 7: Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok
Today we will send you to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, your driver in Bangkok will pick you up, send you to the hotel and assist you with the check-in procesure. The rest of the day will be free for you. You could take a good rest to get ready for the following Thailand journey. Free Time Suggestion:After a good rest at the hotel, you can take a leisure walk along the Menam River. Here, you could also take Chao Phraya Express Boat to appreciate the city view, Wat Arun, the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew on the boat. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Movenpick Bangkok Sukhumvit 15 (4 stars)
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Day 8: Bangkok City Highlights
After breakfast at the hotel, we will first go to visit the Grand Palace, which is the symbol of Bangkok dynasty located in the heart of Bangkok. At the northeast corner of the palace sit Wat Phra Kaew, which houses the presicous jade Buddha statue, is the highlight that you shouldn't miss. Then we will come to Wat Pho, also known as the "Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple", ranks first among Buddhist temples in Bangkok in terms of size, number of pagodas and Buddha statues. There is a giant Buddha lying on the altar inside, which is one of the largest reclining Buddha statue in the world, measuring 46 meters (50 yards) long and 15 meters (16 yards) high. In the afternoon, you will be escorted to take a boat across Chao Phraya River to Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, which is opposite to the Grand Palace. The Temple of Dawn houses 5 similar pagodas, one big and four small. The big one is 79-meter (259-feet) high, on the top of which is the best location to overlook the whole Bangkok city and appreciate the sunset view. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Movenpick Bangkok Sukhumvit 15 (4 stars)
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Day 9: Drive to Pattaya, Enjoy Some Leisure Time
After breakfast, we'll drive for around 2.5 hours to Pattaya, known as the "Oriental Hawaii". Upon arrival, check into the hotel and the rest of the time will be free for you to enjoy the sunshine, beach and seafood. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mercure Pattaya Hotel (4 stars)
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Day 10: Pattaya Full-day Beach Tour to Koh Larn
Today your guide will accompany you to take the speedboat for about half an hour to reach Coral Island, also named Koh Larn. You can swim, enjoy the sunbath on the beach, or experience some water entertainments at your own expense. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Mercure Pattaya Hotel (4 stars)
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Day 11: Departure from Bangkok, Airport See-off
Today will be the last day of your vacation. At the appointed time, you will be escorted to the airport for your departure flight. Kindly Note:In Malaysia, you will have a professional English-speaking driver. Your driver will accompany you and introduce the attractions to you during the journey. While for the scenic spots which have in-house tour guides, you will be accompanied by them and your driver will not follow you. Meals: Breakfast
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