Eastern & Oriental Express Train - 2 Nights

Singapore - Bangkok

Journey on board the Eastern & Oriental Express train from the elegance of Singapore to the excitement of Bangkok through the heart of South East Asia, with visits to colonial Georgetown, Fort Cornwallis and the infamous River Kwai.

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Itinerary

Day 1:  Singapore
The Eastern & Oriental Express departs Singapore’s Keppel Road station in the morning. Having been welcomed on board the gleaming carriages, settle into your compartment. Enjoy the passing scenery as the train crosses to Malaysia via the causeway of the Straits of Johor. Lunch is served in one of the opulent dining cars. Dress for dinner and then spend a relaxing evening in the Bar Car in the company of our resident pianist. During the evening, the train pauses at Kuala Lumpur’s magnificent Moorish-style station where you may disembark for a stroll.  Retire to your compartment, which has been transformed into a cozy bedroom. Overnight on train.

Day 2:  Penang
Enjoy breakfast in your compartment before arriving in Butterworth. Disembark the train and visit colonial Georgetown, capital of Penang, on the local ferry. Enjoy a guided introductory tour with pre-World War II mosques, elaborately-roofed temples, churches, bazaars and colorful shops and houses. Reboard the waiting coaches for the short ferry ride back to Butterworth and the Eastern & Oriental Express for lunch. As the train crosses into Thailand, spend the afternoon watching the changing scenery from the open deck of the observation car or relax in the comfort of the Saloon Car. Overnight on train.

Day 3:  Kwai/Bangkok
After breakfast arrive at the River Kwai Bridge station where the train stops to allow you to disembark. Go on a short walk with your guide down to the jetty to board a local craft for a cruise along the lush greenery of the picturesque Kwai Yai river. 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 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 transfer to Kanchanaburi railway station from where your E&O journey continues with lunch. Arrive into Bangkok in the afternoon and disembark.

Rates

Per Person Rates 2010 (Based on double occupancy)

Pullman Compartment: $2210
State Compartment: $3140
Presidential Compartment: $4420

Single Supplement Pullman: $1110
Single Supplement State: $1570
Single Supplement Presidential: $2210

Rates Include

• 2 nights accommodation on board the train
• All meals on board the train
• Complimentary tea and coffee in your compartment
• All sightseeing tours as described in the itinerary

Rates Do Not Include

• International Airfare 
• Visa fees
• Tips
• Expenses of a personal nature

2010 Departures
August 14
September 2, 30
October 21
November 4, 11, 18
December 20, 27

2011 Departures
January 27
February 10, 17
March 3, 10, 17
April 3
May 8
June 5
July 3
August 7
September 8
October 20, 27
November 17, 24
December 20, 27

Other Eastern & Orient Train Journeys

• Bangkok to Singapore - 2 nights
• Chiang Mai to Bangkok - 2 nights
  
• Bangkok to Chiang Mai to Bangkok (Thai Explorer) - 3 nights
  
• Chiang Mai to Bangkok to Singapore - 7 nights

To Book This Tour

Please call us toll free at 1-877-362-2793 and let us know that you would like to book this tour. Then follow these instructions:

1. Download, print, and fill out the Reservation Form for each person.
2. Fax the form to us at 206-529-4803, or mail it to:
   
   Red Lantern Journeys
   1000 N. Northlake Way, Suite H
   Seattle, WA 98103

3. Pay a non-refundable $500 per person deposit and we will initiate your reservations.
4. Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure.

If your reservation is made less than 75 days prior to departure, the non-refundable deposit will allow us to initiate reservations. Full payment will be due immediately upon confirmation of all hotels and transportation services. If the services quoted cannot be confirmed, alternate accommodation or transportation will be arranged and the price will be adjusted accordingly.

Payments can be made by personal check, bank wire transfer, or credit card. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will initiate your reservations and send you a statement showing your payment. Approximately 4 weeks prior to your departure, we will send you a final confirmation package containing your itinerary and detailed information on the logistics of your trip.
 
Forms to Download (pdf file)
Reservation Form with Complete Terms and Conditions

Cancellation/Refund Policies

- Cancel more than 60 days prior to departure - forfeit your deposit.

- Cancel between 30 and 60 days prior to departure - forfeit 50% of the tour cost.

- Cancel less than 30 days prior to departure - NO REFUND of tour cost.

- Cancellations must be made in writing and sent via mail, fax, or email to Red Lantern Journeys.

- Refunds will be processed within 30 days of receipt of your written request.

- No refunds are available for unused services or tours during your trip.