Itinerary - 6 Night Luxury Holiday by Rail

Day 1

Board the Eastern and Oriental Express

On arrival in Singapore, you are transferred to Singapore Woodlands Railway Station where boarding will take place.

A welcome drink is served as the train departs in the afternoon and travels through the city, into Malaysia and out into the countryside beyond. Once you have settled into your cabin, make your way to the Bar Car where there is a cocktail reception hosted by the Train Manager and the opportunity to meet other guests.

Enjoy dinner in one of the dining cars and listen to the resident pianist in the Bar Car before you retire to your State Cabin which has been transformed into a cosy bedroom.

Day 2

Kuala Lumpur and Overnight at Cameron Highlands

After breakfast, the Eastern & Oriental Express arrives at the impressive Mughal-style Kuala Lumpur Railway Station which was built in 1885. There are a choice of activities to help you immerse yourself in the bustling capital of Malaysia. These include a city tour, heritage walking tour or a visit to the National Museum.

You return to the Eastern & Oriental Express at midday and depart Kuala Lumpur. Lunch will be served onboard as the train climbs past rubber plantations towards Malaysia’s verdant uplands. After arriving at Tapah Station, you disembark the train and a coach awaits to transfer you to the luxurious Cameron Highlands Resort. Relax and enjoy the two hour scenic drive over the rolling hills and pass through dense jungle where you may spot settlements of the Orang Asli (indigenous people). Along the way, enjoy photo stops at tea plantations, strawberry farms and flower galleries.

On arrival, check in at the Cameron Highlands Resort for an overnight stay. Enjoy the fabulous views from Malaysia’s most celebrated hill retreat as you sip on a refreshing cocktail and have dinner.

Day 3

Cameron Highlands

After a leisurely breakfast at the resort, why not spend the morning taking part in one of the numerous tours and activities available? Spend the morning being pampered at the famed Spa Village or visit the Best of Highlands tea plantation for a guided walk through the fragrant tea gardens and a tour of the factory with the chance to sample a variety of aromatic brews.

Lunch is served in the resort before you travel to Ipoh to once again board the Eastern & Oriental Express. Relax with an aperitif in the Bar Car before enjoying a fabulous dinner as the train glides on through the night.

Day 4

Kuala Kangsa and Penang

Spend the morning taking a leisurely tour through the royal city of Kuala Kangsar, home to the Sultan of Perak. During this tour you visit the Victorian-era Royal Museum (the former Royal Palaces) and the impressive Ubudiah Mosque.

Return to the train for lunch as you travel across exquisite Bukit Merah Lake before heading to the western coast of Malaysia. Upon arrival at Butterworth Station you will be transferred to the island of Penang where you can choose to take part in a variety of excursions.

At sunset, gather at the Eastern & Oriental Express Hotel and sip cocktails on the seafront terrace before heading to your choice of specially selected venues to experience some of the best dining in Penang, an island known for its exceptional, regional cooking. After dinner, return to the train to continue your journey.

Day 5

Monkey Training College at Surat Thani

During the early hours of the morning the train crosses into Thailand. Relax and enjoy the views of southern Thailand from your cabin as you pass by paddy fields and golden temples. Lunch is served onboard before you arrive at Surat Thani.

This agricultural town is known for its many types of fruit and oysters. However, the highlight of this stop is a private tour of the Monkey Training College. It's skilful ‘students’ have traditionally been used in this region to help harvest coconuts. At this college they learn how to choose only ripe coconuts, and to bring them down without damaging them.

Following the tour, you return to the train and depart from Surat Thani. Dinner is served on board as the train travels through Thai countryside towards Bangkok.

Day 6

River Kwai and the Tham Kasae Viaduct

Breakfast is served on board as the train arrives at the River Kwai Bridge. On arrival you disembark for a cruise along the dramatic gorge on a local river barge. You also have some time to visit the Thailand-Burma Railway museum as well as the Don Rak War Cemetery.

You rejoin the train in the late morning and lunch will be served as you depart from Kanchanaburi Station. The train crosses the historic bridge at the River Kwai and continues towards Wang Po. You then get to experience one of the railway's most scenic stretches as you continue along the Tham Kasae viaduct.

After lunch, you can choose to take part in a variety of tours including a visit to an elephant camp, or an excursion to the memorial at the Hell Fire Pass Museum, a moving tribute to this region's turbulent history.

Return to the Eastern & Oriental Express to spend your final night on board. Join the Train Manager for a farewell cocktail reception followed by glamorous dinner on board.

Day 7

Bangkok

Arrive in Bangkok in the morning where you disembark the famous Eastern & Oriental Express. Wave goodbye to your fellow passengers and continue your journey with fantastic memories of your adventure.