A Journey from Bangkok to Bali
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Overview
Highlights
- Traveling through sumptuous, ever-changing landscapes that showcase ancient histories and diverse cultures.
- Also see the Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences in the old trading port of Georgetown.
- Also discover an ancient temple, the Sacred Monkey Forest, and the artistic enclave of Ubud
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Trip includes
- Expertise of a Smithsonian Journeys Expert, Tour Manager, and local guides throughout the tour.
- All accommodations (based on double occupancy).
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary, including special welcome and farewell dinners
- All sightseeing and visits as noted in the itinerary.
- All on-tour transportation, unless otherwise noted.
- Baggage handling for one bag plus one carry-on bag per person.
Itinerary
Accommodation:
Depart the U.S. for Bangkok, Thailand. After crossing the International Dateline, arrive in Bangkok and transfer to the Peninsula Hotel, a Bangkok landmark and luxury hotel located on the Chao Phraya River with magnificent views of the city. After checking in, enjoy the many amenities of your hotel until the welcome reception.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
Today, learn about Thailand’s history, customs, arts, and more. See Bangkok’s river life as you cruise the Chao Phraya to see the famous Thonburi canals, a floating community with homes, temples, markets and more. As the cruise ends, continue y...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
Enjoy a leisurely cruise up the Chao Phraya River to visit Bang Pa-In, the extravagant royal Summer Palace, surrounded by manicured gardens. Another highlight this morning is the World Heritage site of Ayutthaya, the grand, ancient capital of S...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Begin your day with a cruise of the famous Thonburi klongs. This canal network forms a floating community, where people live and work. Then ponder the story of Jim Thompson, the mysterious American who brought Thai silk to int...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sip your morning coffee as the Eastern and Oriental Express departs from Wang Po along the wooden trestle viaduct beside a towering cliff. Board a boat at River Kwai Bridge station and learn about the Thailand-Burma railway fr...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
The Eastern and Oriental Express arrives in Butterworth. You'll then transfer to Georgetown, a World Heritage site, and stroll the narrow streets of this colonial town, the capital of Penang, Malaysia. See the Malay, Chinese, ...
Meals: Breakfast
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Arrive in Singapore this morning and during a city tour see the skyscraping Marina Bay Sands resort and Merlion Park. Drive through the Civic District past the Padang, Cricket Club, Parliament House, Supreme Court, City Hall, and more. Explore Th...
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation:
This morning, depart for the airport for your flight to Bali. Bali lies between two islands, Java and Lombok and two continents, Asia and Australia. It is one of more than 18,000 islands that make up the Indonesian Archipelago. Upon arrival, transfe...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
Go behind the scenes to learn about some of the many traditions of Bali. Meet a spiritual healer, visit with the students and teachers in a local school, and stop at a traditional Balinese housing compound to observe the local lifestyle and traditio...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today, head up into the hills of Bali. The morning begins with a visit to Pura Tirta Empul, a temple in Tampak Siring where the water from a bubbling spring is believed to have healing powers. The temple, built in 926, feature...
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for flights home to the U.S.
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Dates & Availability
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.
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Smithsonian Journeys marks its 45th anniversary in 2015! We, along with our travelers, continue to be inspired by the Smithsonian’s mission of “the increase and diffusion of knowledge.” This dedication to lifelong learning and passion for exploring the world drives us to develop authentic and exceptional cultural experiences.
Since 1970, our collection of diverse tours and cruises has grown to more than 150 destinations on all seven continents. From a stop at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama during a small-ship cruise to touring the sublime collections of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence when the museum is closed to the public from witnessing an infinite array of celestial phenomena during a hands-on telescope viewing at the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory in Arizona to exclusive meetings with top mystery writers in England. Smithsonian Journeys is the enduring leader in cultural and enrichment travel.
It is through our knowledgeable and charismatic Smithsonian Journeys Experts, our dedicated tour staff, and carefully selected travel partners, who combine their expertise, unflagging care, and detailed planning skills, that we are able to create such exceptional travel experiences, and memories to last a lifetime. We look forward to the years ahead and thank you for being part of our journey!
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- Room service and valet/laundry service.
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