Experience overview
This unique extended program allows travelers to experience the full spectrum of the magic of the Ring of Fire: the islands of Indonesia and Malaysia, with time for the excitements of Singapore. Start in the island nation of Singapore, where you will tour the varied temples and many diverse ethnic neighborhoods of this unique nation. Fly to Kuching, for touring of the city and exploration of the many natural and cultural attractions nearby. Fly to Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by magnificent national parks. Fly to Sandakan, from where you will explore Sepilok. Fly to Singapore, then on to Medan, Sumatra, for touring of Bukit Lawang Orangutan Reserve, and the extraordinary Batak culture of Samosir Island. Next, fly to Yogyakarta, for touring of the city, and the nearby Hindu and Buddhist temples of Prambanan and Borobodur. Drive to Mt Bromo, to experience the splendor of sunrise from this dramatic site. Drive to Bali, for a week amidst the beaches, volcanoes and luminous fields of this blessed isle. Fly to Lombok for two nights, then finish your sojourn with two final nights on one of Bali's glorious southern beaches.
Highlights
- Discover Maeklong Railway Market & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- Chef’s Table at Blue Elephant
- Northern Thai Style Cooking Class at Baan Book Pratana
- nteract with Elephants at Patara
- Explore Phi Phi Island & Bamboo Island by private speed boat
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket
Culinary highlights
Beach holidays
Exotic islands
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Singapore, transfer to hotel for 3 nts;
Day 2: Footsteps of Raffles tour, afternoon at leisure;
Day 3: Zoo & Gardens, optional dinner program;
Day 4: Fly to Kuching;
Day 5: City tour;
Day 6: Bidayuh Longhouse full day tour;
Day 7: Bako National Park day trip;
Day 8: Fly to Kota Kinabalu;
Day 9: Kota Kinabalu day tour;
Day 10: Kinabalu National park;
Day 11: Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park;
Day 12: Fly to Sandakan, tour Sepilok;
Day 12: Return to KK, fly to Sin for overnight;
Day 13: Fly to Medan, transfer to Bukit Lawang;
Day 14: Full day tour Bukit Lawang;
Day 15: Transfer to Samosir Island via Parapat;
Day 16: Tour Samosir Island;
Day 17: Fly to Yogyakarta;
Days 18 & 19: Tour city and surrounding attractions;
Day 20: Drive to Sarangan via Solo with touring en route;
Day 21: Drive to Mt. Bromo with touring en route;
Day 22: Climb Mt. Bromo for sunrise, travel to Bali, drive to Pemuteran for 2 nts;
Day 23: Full day snorkeling at Menjangan;
Day 24: Drive to Ubud for 4 nts via Kintamani;
Day 25: Morning arts tour, evening dance performance;
Day 26: Day at leisure;
Day 27: Off the Beaten Track tour;
Day 28: Fly to Lombok, Sasak cultural tour;
Day 29: Full day snorkeling on Gilis;
Day 30: Fly to Bali, transfer to beach property for 2 nts;
Day 31: Day at leisure (optional touring)
Day 32: Depart Bali