06 DAYS
ROMANCE ON THE ORIENT-EXPRESS
Trip code:
THD-DEX6
Departure date: Friday |
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Day 01 |
FRI :
ARRIVE BANGKOK |
Upon arrival, you
would be met and transferred to Oriental Hotel.
Today, we visit Wat Arun, the magical "Temple of Dawn" with its
striking pagoda, decorated with multicolored porcelain
fragments. Next visit the Royal Barges, used occasionally by the
King and the Royal family when traveled by river, followed by a
visit to the famous Grand Palace - a glittering array of spires
and statues as well as the most sacred Emerald Buddha and a
model of Angkor Wat. |
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Morning, visit the
bustling local market before touring Jim Thompson House - a Thai
style house built by Jim Thompson - a Thai Silk magnate who
disappeared mysteriously. The house has now become a museum and
the Jim Thompson shop also has some good buys.
The afternoon is free for shopping! If you are in Bangkok during
the weekend, do not miss out the Chatuchak market. This weekend
market is one of the most amazing in Asia. Just about anything
you can imagine is sold here - from tourist souvenirs to
clothing, from daily product to exotic animal pets….
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Day 03 |
SUN :
BANGKOK - E&O TRAIN (B,D) |
You have the day at
leisure in Bangkok before we transfer to the railway station in
the evening to board The Eastern & Oriental Express. Having been
welcomed onboard the gleaming carriages, settle into your
comfortable compartment. Dinner is served as the train travels
from city into the countryside with its rice-fields, villages
and water buffalo. Retire to your compartment, transformed into
a cosy bedroom by your steward. |
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Day 04 |
MON :
THAM KASAE / KWAI - E&O TRAIN (B,L,D) |
Awake early in order
not to miss the excitement of the train making its way from Wang
Po along the wooden trestle viaduct beside a towering cliff. On
arrival at the River Kwai Bridge station, board a local raft for
a cruise along the lush greenery of the picturesque Kwai Yai
river, passing under the Bridge. On board, a local historian
provides a brief overview of the history of the Thailand-Burma
railway and the bridge. At the E&O landing point you board a
motor coach for a brief trip past the North Temple and Chinese
Cemetery to the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre.
As you explore the informative museum, the historian is
available to answer questions. There is time to visit the Don
Rak War Cemetery adjacent to the museum if you wish. Rejoin the
coach for the short ride to the Kanchanaburi railway station to
board the train. Later reflect on the day’s sights over dinner
and relax with a drink in the Bar Car before retiring for the
night. |
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Day 05 |
TUE :
PENANG
(B,L,D)
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After breakfast the
train arrives into Butterworth. Enjoy a guided tour of colonial
Georgetown, Penang, which includes an introductory tour of this
historic town and Fort Cornwallis, and a trishaw ride through
the colourful narrow streets. Enjoy lunch at the E&O Hotel
before boarding the train. For dinner dine in one of the opulent
dining cars and then spend a relaxing evening in the Bar Car
with its resident pianist. Spend your last night on board.
Note: The train journey can also be taken in reverse order
with 2-night stay on the train and departing Singapore on
Thursday, arriving Bangkok on Saturday. |
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Day 06 |
WED :
SINGAPORE
(B)
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After breakfast, soon
it’s time to leave the train, having crossed the Straits of
Johor into Singapore. |
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PRICES PER PERSON:
These prices are
based on min. two persons traveling together sharing one room.
The prices
stated can only be indicative and may be adjusted once we know
your date of travel, number in your party and if you have any
other specific requirements.
The price
indicated below is valid for travel from 15 April to 20 Sept
2008.
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Recommended Hotels |
Tour
price |
| Oriental
Hotel in Bangkok E&O - Pullman compartment |
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COST INCLUDES:
2 Nights stay in
Oriental Hotel (on complimentary basis)
3 Nights on
board E&O with all meals, complimentary tea and coffee with
sightseeing tours
All transfers
and tours as indicated with English speaking guide in private
air-con vehicle and including all entrance fees
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COST EXCLUDES:
Airport tax,
war risk insurance, fuel surcharges;
Visa (if any)
Travel insurance
Wine and bar
drinks on E&O
Gratuities to
guide and driver
Personal & other
expenses not indicated
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HOTEL DESCRIPTIONS:
Oriental Hotel: Set on the river in a unique location,
surrounded by terraces, gardens, pools and the best shopping
areas, only 5 minutes from the business district, this is truly
an extraordinary hotel.
www.mandarinoriental.com/bangkok/
Eastern &
Oriental: All compartments are fully air-conditioned with an en
suite shower, washbasin and WC as well as impressive picture
windows to ensure you don’t miss a second of the magical world
unfurling outside. While you dine at night, your discreet and
friendly steward transforms your compartment from a living room
to a bedroom.
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