Singapore and Malaysia overview
Overview
Overview
This multi-country tour combines of cultural excursion and natural excursion. Spend 3 days in Singapore to discover the highlighted site of city such as Singapore Botanic Garden, National Orchid Garden, Merlion Park, Chinatown, Marina Bay Sands, SkyPark, head to ancient Pulau Ubin with its quite countryside and stunning natural landscapes and the world's first wildlife park for nightlife of Night Safari. Then transfer to magnificent Malaysia to explore Kuala Lumpur where is the capital city of Malaysia, boasting gleaming skyscrapers, colonial architecture, charming locals, and a myriad of natural attractions continue to the World’s Heritage city of Malacca. Last but not least, escape the crowded city to enjoy the fresh air, breathtaking landscape in Cameron Highlands.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit the highlighted site of city such as Singapore Botanic Garden, National Orchid Garden, Merlion Park, Chinatown, Marina Bay Sands, SkyPark
- Discover ancient Pulau Ubin with its quite countryside and stunning natural landscapes.
- Pay a visit to the world's first wildlife park for nightlife of Night Safari
- Explore Kuala Lumpur where is the capital city of Malaysia, boasting gleaming skyscrapers, colonial architecture, charming locals, and a myriad of natural attractions.
- Learn more about history and culture of the World’s Heritage city of Malacca.
- Escape the crowded city to enjoy the fresh air, breathtaking landscape in Cameron Highlands
Itinerary in brief
Day 1: Singapore Arrival Day 2: Singapore City Tour (B) Day 3: Singapore – Pulau Ubin – Night Safari – Singapore (B) Day 4: Singapore – Malaysia – Malacca (B) Day 5: Malacca – Kuala Lumpur City Tour (B) Day 6: Kuala Lumpur – Batu Caves – Cameron Highlands (B) Day 7: Cameron Highlands (B, L) Day 8: Cameron Highlands – Kuala Lumpur Departure (B) |
Itinerary
Accommodation: At the hotel in Singapore
Meal: None
Then we make our way to Singapore Botanic Garden, which will give you a better view of the world for this country. Singapore Botanic Gardens is the country's first UNESCO heritage. This place gives you time to rest away from the bustle of the city, this is the epitome of the park on this tropical island. Stretching over 52 hectares of land and close to the city center, the garden features a number of unique plant collections. There is also the National Orchid Garden, considered as the largest orchid display in the world with over 60,000 species of plants and 700 different orchids and more than 3,000 kinds of hybrid orchids. You can find and enjoy the rare species of orchid, the collection is very splendid display.
Then we take a light walking along the Singapore river before pay a visit to Merlion Park. Merlion is a symbol of Singapore with the image of a lion head, the fish is riding on the waves. The head represents the legend of the process of exploring Singapore, whereas the tail represents the humble beginnings of Singapore from a coastal fishing village. The park has two statues of Merlion. The one larger is about 8.6m tall and weighing 70 tons. Behind is the smaller Merlion Cub with a height of 2 meters and weighing 3 tons. Pump systems are installed so that these two can spray water throughout the day. From the outside, the statue Merlion Cub standing back to the mother – representing unity, love and rely on each other. It is also the image of love, solidarity and mutual support of the people of Singapore.
We continue the journey to Chinatown, a unique neighborhood blending many of the architectural and cultural diversity. Nowadays, Chinatown still remains many ancient stalls, which sold the same goods in several decades such as silk, traditional handicrafts, jade or gold jewelry. It also sells many Chinese products such as tea, herbs, food and household items. People say that visiting Chinatown during the Lunar New Year is the best time, as the food market becomes bustle with a wide range of activities, from dances to concerts. These festivals make the market more lively, offering stalls for candles, calligraphy, masks, fashion items and festive season specialties. Although it is called Chinatown, architecture here is British colonial identity, no balcony on the upper floor, but the large windows.
Have a lunch with various local cuisines of the famous street foods before dipping into the complex of Marina Bay Sands. This is a complex of beautiful locations suitable for leisure travel as well as entertainment when traveling to Singapore. Along with the development of the whole island nation, this place is becoming the center of development of the whole city with a complex of beautiful landscapes make it up the paradise. The most out-standing architecture of the complex is SkyPark, looking like an alien surfboard or a spacecraft anchored on a tripod. No matter where your imagination leads you, SkyPark is truly the pinnacle of engineering that makes people admire. Inspired by the visionary Moshe Safdie, SkyPark is at the top of the three towering Marina Bay Sands hotel towers. Here, you can buy tickets to Sands SkyPark Observatory for panoramic 360 degrees views of the Singapore skyline.
We will finish the wonderful journey today with a short trip on the river Singapore, dating back to the ancient town built in the last century.
Return to the hotel and take your time to relax.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Singapore
Meal : Breakfast
Upon arrival in Pulau Ubin, we take a bike for our cycling trip. We pass through sea landscape with the amazing fauna and flora before heading to the most attractive site: Chek Jawa. Chek Jawa is not only a great place for nature lovers to discover, but also a priceless treasure for scientific researchers as it is home to thousands of students, since it homes to marine life with extremely diverse ecosystems. Here, you will discover a natural world completely wild and natural. A 1 km long wooden walkway along the coast protrudes the waters leads to the 21m high tower, creating a natural landscape close to visitors. At the top of the tower, visitors will have the opportunity to view the wildlife of the birds, including the Collared Kingfisher and the rare Straw-headed Bulbul.
We back to the center of Pulau Ubin to have a seafood lunch before return to the mainland.
The afternoon is scheduled for you to be free until we make our way to visit Night Safari. Being opened in 1994 and located next to Singapore Zoo, Night Safari is the world's first wildlife park for nightlife. But this is where the wildlife reproduces more vividly than any other park. Your eyes will take a while to get used to the dense darkness here, but once you get used to it you will be welcomed by more than 2,500 live animals of more than 130 species - including many native mammals, Asian elephant, Malayan frog and Malayan tiger are endangered. The animals now live in 35 hectares of dense rainforest. In addition to friendly animals like deer, wandering freely in the zoo, there are also more fierce species such as leopards, raised after barricades.
Return to the hotel for overnight.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Singapore
Meal : Breakfast
Today, we will take a whole day to vist Malacca - such a gorgeous and historic city in Malaysia and it was recognized as a World’s Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The first destination is Saint Peter’s Church - the oldest functioning Roman Catholic Church in Malaysia. It is the combination in structure between eastern and western. The church was built in 1710, after the occupation of Portuguese to Malacca. Under the occupation of Portuguese, churches were destroyed and Catholics were not permitted to have their cemeteries or even pray in their own homes. It was not until Dutch succeeded in the war that St. Peter’s church was constructed.
The next destination is A Famosa Fortress - one of the symbol of the old Malacca city. It is also an unforgettable milestone of Malaysian culture 600 years ago. Located in St. Paul Hill, the fortress is the oldest remainder remnant of European architecture in Asia. A Famosa was built in 1551 by Portuguese, destroyed when Dutch occupied Malacca, now there is just a wall remnant left. Nearby A Famosa Fortress is Saint Paul’s Church - a place that you can’t miss when you visit Malacca. The St Paul’s church lies at the top of St. Paul hill, built in 1521 by Portuguese and stick to revolutions of Malacca city. Located right at the center of city, the church was constructed in European unique architecture: red-painted like many other churches in Europe. The church was burned all of the top, now is just an empty building, still be a historic place of Malacca. We continue to visit Christ Church, which is outstanding on Jalan Gereja street with its red-painted wall and a huge white cross on the top. This is the heritage built by Dutch in 1753 to celebrate their occupation to Malaysia as well as to make room for praying. When English colonist came to Malaysia, they turn Christ Church from Protestantism to English denomination. The church is not huge, but there is a colorful garden outside it.
You will have a chance to give a try to many authentic tasty cuisines before visit Cheng Hoon Teng Temple - the Chinese oldest temple in Southeast Asia. The temple is located nearby Jalan Emas Tukang street, where is contributed place of 3 different religions: Kling Mosque, Sri Poyyatha Moothri Indian temple, and Cheng Hoon Teng Chinese temple. Built in 1645 by two Chinese general under the period of Portuguese occupation, the temple was recognized as historic cultural heritage by UNESCO due to its special and unique architecture, being the witness of the oldest Chinese movements in Malacca and in Malaysia.
Then, we take a stroll along Malacca’s Jonker Street to the Malacca river, boarding a boat to wander around this UNESCO heritage city.
Check-in the hotel in Malacca and you are free.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Malacca
Meal: Breakfast
The first destination is Petronas Twin Tower - considered as the symbol of Malaysia. Petronas Twin Tower, pair of skyscraper office buildings, is one of the highest tower in the world with 88 storeys and 403m in height. This is the landmark of Kuala Lumpur, officially opened in 1999.
We continue to visit Jamek Mosque, located in the confluence of 2 main streams in Malaysia: Sungai Klang and Sungai Gombak. This is the oldest mosque in the city, built in 1900 and opened in 1909, being the main praying place of the city until National Mosque opened in 1965. The mosque’s design was inspired from Mughal architecture of North India.
Keep going on the tour and we visit The National Museum, which brings you knowledge about Malaysia history as well as cultures and customs of Malaysian from the past to present. Moreover, the museum exhibits various valuable artifacts, such as traditional weapon, musical instruments, ceramic or pottery handicrafts, …
The last destination today is Thean Hou temple - one of the largest temples in Southeast Asia. Completed in 1987 by the Selangor and Federarl Territory Hanan Association, the temple is known as the temple of Heaven God. It is famous for its combination in architecture, between traditional and modern architectural technique. Thean Hou temple features a Chinese herb garden and a tortoise pond accompanied with a well; beside it is a sacred Boddhi tree.
The rest time of the day is on your own to explore Kuala Lumpur by night yourself.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Kuala Lumpur (B)
Meal: Breakfast
Have a lunch then we continue our way to Cameron Highlands. En route, we across Tapah Town, where has such a must-visit place Iskandar Waterfalls. This is a waterfall along the road from Tapah to Cameron Highlands. The waterfall cascades over several tiers of granite slopes, with the last drop at 25 meters high flowing into a small pool below, before resuming its journey as a narrow stream.
Checking-in your hotel and then the rest time of day is on your own.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Cameron Highlands
Meal: Breakfast
We have lunch before continue visiting Kok Lim Strawberry Farm. Kok Lim is one of the largest strawberry farm in Cameron Highlands. Besides fresh strawberries available for sale daily, you can also pick your own load by weight at the farm on hill slopes behind. There are also a vegetable market, shopping gallery, vintage cafe and pastry corner within the complex.
Lying in Kok Lim Strawberry Farm, Time Tunnel is considered as one of the earliest museum in Cameron Highlands. The museum is full of artifacts reflecting Malaysian life under the period of Japanese occupation.
Return to the hotel and you are free to enjoy the fresh air and atmosphere on Highlands.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Cameron Highlands
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Not available
Meal: Breakfast
Trip notes
Tour includes:
- Accommodation in a double or twin share room with daily breakfast
- Private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Experienced English speaking guide during all tours and transfers
- Lunch or dinner as specified in the itinerary
- Local private boat cruise in Inle Lake
- Water & cool towels
- Government taxes & service charge
Tour excludes:
- Singapore, Malaysia Visa stamp fee
- International airfare and departure taxes
- Meals, if not specified in the itinerary
- Early check in/ late check out
- Domestic flights and domestic airport taxes
- Compulsory Gala dinner on 24th and 31st December
- Surcharged for Public holidays
- Drinks and meal not mentioned
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, drinks … etc.
- Personal travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance).
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