Singapore, Malaysia and Bangkok by Rail: A Tailor-Made Journey

9 days from $10,895

featuring the Eastern & Oriental Express

See Southeast Asia from a unique perspective aboard the legendary Eastern & Oriental Express, making your way from Singapore through Malaysia’s lush landscapes. Begin with three exhilarating days in Bangkok, exploring like a local by tuk-tuk and water taxi. Savor the renowned street food of Singapore on an expert led tour, then travel north toward Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi, discover rice fields, culturally rich towns, and pristine beaches.

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Highlights

Explore Bangkok like a local by tuk‑tuk and water taxi, visiting major landmarks including the Grand Palace and Wat Pho.
Dive into Singapore’s world‑renowned street‑food culture with an expert guide, sampling iconic dishes and signature drinks.
Board the elegant Eastern & Oriental Express for a three‑night journey through Malaysia, featuring afternoon tea, fine dining, and evening entertainment.
Choose from thoughtfully curated daily excursions—cultural, adventurous, or beach‑focused—tailored to your interests.

Sample Itinerary

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The following itinerary is a sampling of the experiences that we offer on a Tailor-Made Journey. Working with our country specialists, you can customize your itinerary to fit your timing, your budget, and your interests, including accommodations, activities, and the places you visit.

Day 1 — Bangkok, Thailand

Arrive in Thailand’s vibrant capital, where you are met by your private guide and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure, offering time to rest after your journey or begin soaking in the energy of Bangkok at your own pace.

The Peninsula Bangkok

Day 2 — Bangkok

Explore Bangkok using the same modes of transport favored by locals, from tuk‑tuks to water taxis along the Chao Phraya River. With your private guide, visit the Grand Palace, admire the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, and observe monks chanting within the temple grounds. The day concludes amid the lively bustle of Khao San Road, where Bangkok’s organized chaos comes vividly to life.(B)

The Peninsula Bangkok

Day 3 — Bangkok

With a deeper familiarity of the city’s transit options, enjoy today at leisure. You may wish to sample Bangkok’s renowned street food, browse ultramodern shopping centers, explore additional temples, or simply relax while watching river life unfold along the Chao Phraya from your hotel.(B)

The Peninsula Bangkok

Day 4 — Bangkok to Singapore

Transfer privately to the airport for your flight to Singapore. On arrival, meet your driver for the short transfer to your hotel. This evening, set out on an expert‑guided culinary walk through Singapore’s celebrated hawker centers. Sample iconic local dishes and drinks while exploring the city’s dynamic, Michelin‑recognized street‑food culture on foot and by public transport.(B)

The Fullerton Hotel

Day 5 — Singapore

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Singapore independently. Stroll through diverse neighborhoods, visit world‑class gardens or museums, or continue discovering the city’s food scene at your own pace.(B)

The Fullerton Hotel

Day 6 — Eastern & Oriental Express

Following a private transfer to the station, board the elegant Eastern & Oriental Express and settle into your cabin as the train begins its scenic journey through Malaysia’s lush landscapes. Enjoy afternoon tea on board before savoring a refined dinner and evening entertainment as the train glides north.(B,L,D)

Eastern & Oriental Express

Day 7 — Langkawi, Malaysia

Wake to views of rice paddies and tropical scenery. Today, choose from a selection of curated excursions, whether relaxing on the beaches of Langkawi, venturing into the dramatic landscapes of Perlis Geopark, or exploring local culture in the Perlis region. Return to the train for dinner, followed by lively piano‑bar celebrations as the train overnights in Butterworth.(B,L,D)

Eastern & Oriental Express

Day 8 — Penang and Kuala Lampur

Cross to Penang this morning for a choice of curated excursions. Options may include guided art and heritage tours, culinary experiences, or a self‑guided exploration by traditional trishaw. Rejoin the train for lunch, or enjoy an optional stroll through Ipoh before returning on board. This evening, celebrate your final night with gourmet dining and entertainment as the train continues toward Kuala Lumpur.(B,L,D)

Eastern & Oriental Express

Day 9 — Singapore / Return home

Enjoy breakfast on board while traveling through Johor’s rainforest‑lined landscapes before crossing back into Singapore. On arrival, you are met and transferred to the airport for your onward journey home.(B)

Included meals are denoted as follows: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Reception (R), Dinner (D)

The Grand Palace and the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok

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Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy, and do not include international air. Reduced pricing may be available for triple or quad accommodations, or for parties of six or more travelers.

Starting price reflects the itinerary shown here, and are intended as a broad indication of how much you should budget for your trip. We can tailor your trip to match your budget by adjusting the trip duration or departure date, and choosing accommodations and activities that suit your needs and interests.

Prices are based on rates of exchange, airfare & fuel (where applicable), tariffs, taxes, and other costs as of the tour publication date. We reserve the right to correct errors and to increase program prices to cover increased costs, tariffs, and taxes received after prices are published and to reflect currency fluctuations.

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Accommodations

The Peninsula Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand

The Peninsula Bangkok Hotel, with its wave-shaped design inspired by its location on the Chao Phraya River, is consistently rated one of the best hotels in the world by discriminating travelers. Tranquil, spacious guestrooms feature sensational views of both the river and city as well as luxury amenities and indulgent touches. Guests can enjoy a full range of leisure and fitness facilities, including swimming in the three-tiered pool surrounded by lush landscaping and visiting the colonial Thai Peninsula Spa for a chakra-balancing massage. Dining choices range from elegant and chic to fun and fusion. Guests at the Peninsula Bangkok are assured of legendary Thai service. Amenities include complimentary WiFi.

The Fullerton Hotel

The magnificent Fullerton Building is a grand neoclassical landmark built in 1928. Gazetted in December 2015 as a National Monument, it was once home to Singapore’s General Post Office, the Exchange, Chamber of Commerce, and the prestigious Singapore Club. For nearly a century, it played a pivotal role in Singapore’s rich history. Today, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore has been transformed into a stunning 400-room heritage hotel.

Gift Membership – Friends of Smithsonian

When you travel on a Tailor-Made Journey, you will receive a Friends of the Smithsonian Archivist Circle membership*. Benefits include:

An annual Smithsonian calendar with full-color images of exceptional art and artifacts, mailed in the fall.
Subscription to Smithsonian, the award-winning magazine of the arts, sciences, and history.
Invitations to four exclusive virtual programs for Friends of the Smithsonian members with Smithsonian experts.
Access to special members‑only hours at select Smithsonian venues.
10% discount in Smithsonian Museum Stores (good on purchases up to $200); 10% discount with the SmithsonianStore.com, and Folkways Recordings
Special member rate for tickets to the Smithsonian’s IMAX® theaters and Einstein Planetarium.
Free admission to the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.
A complimentary copy of the Smithsonian annual pocket guide profiling exhibitions and work across the Institution.
Invitation to a special welcome members-only tour at a Smithsonian Museum (offered one time to Archivists upon joining at this level).

*Offer only available for first-time Smithsonian members.

Travel Insurance

For the convenience of our travelers, Smithsonian Journeys includes a basic medical expense and evacuation plan through Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand, at no additional charge. This plan provides post-departure Medical and Dental coverage of $250,000 per person and Emergency Assistance and Transportation coverage of $1,000,000 per person (U.S. Residents Only). Note: For full details regarding these coverages please review the following Plan Documents here.

In addition, we recommend that travelers purchase a travel protection plan to help protect their travel investment from unforeseen events such as cancellation due to illness, flight delays due to adverse weather, baggage loss, and more. For your convenience, Smithsonian Journeys offers an optional Travel Protection Plan administered by Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand. For those interested, optional "Cancel for Any Reason" coverage is available for an additional charge. Note: Certain eligibility requirements apply and Cancel for Any Reason coverage is not available to New York residents. For full details regarding this coverage please review the following Plan Documents here.

To learn more about the Travel Protection Plan, you may visit https://www.generalipartner.com/smithsonianjourneys or call the administrator, Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand at (866) 501-3252.