For detailed departures, itineraries and prices please visit our website114Thailand / malaysia / singaporeItineraryBangkok to Singapore Overland 14 daysAn awesome way to sample the true diversity of South East Asia.Sample the true diversity of South East Asia, on this wonderful two week trip through southern Thailand and along the Malay Peninsula to Singapore. Enjoy tranquil beaches, jungle treks, secluded fishing villages, colonial hill stations and a whole lot more.Trip InfoDeparture DatesDay 1-2 / Bangkok No activities are planned on Day 1, so you may arrive at any time. The next morning we enjoy a tour of the city, including Wat Pho, the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha. The rest of the day is free to explore before boarding the overnight sleeper train to Surat Thani.Day 3-4 / Khao Sok National Park - Koh Panyi We canoe into the wildlife-rich rainforest at Khao Sok National Park, before boarding a long-tail boat at Phang Nga. After travelling through the narrow waterways and towering limestone caves, we arrive at Koh Panyi, where we spend a night as guests of a local family.Day 5-6 / Ao Nang The next stage of our adventure unfolds at beautiful Ao Nang near Krabi. Choose between cave exploring, sea kayaking, diving, rock climbing, swimming or just some good old-fashioned 'R&R' in this hidden tropical paradise.Day 7-8 / Penang We make an early start for the journey to Malaysia, where our first destination is the island state of Penang. The following day we enjoy a walking tour of Georgetown, discovering the colourful markets, old temples and winding streets of the island's main city.Day 9-10 / Cameron Highlands Leaving the hot coastal lowlands, we head south to the Cameron Highlands and the hill station of Tanah Rata. Explore the surrounding mountain trails and visit lush green tea plantations.Day 11 / Kuala Lumpur A mixture of the old and new, KL has strong Indian, Malay and Chinese influences, and contains some of the finest markets and restaurants in South East Asia. Our leader will share his local knowledge on a walking tour of the city.Day 12 / Malaca The Portuguese, Dutch and British have all left their mark on this historic town. We can walk, cycle or sit back in a rickshaw to explore the intriguing Chinese side streets dotted with reminders of a rich colonial past.Day 13-14 / Singapore We head to the Straits of Johore and cross to the island nation of Singapore. The day is ours to sample the amazing contrasts found in this very modern Asian city - don't forget to sample the famed chilli crab before our epic trip draws to a close.Group size: Maximum 16.Grade: Culture Easy.Transport: Aircon bus, Canoe, Ferry, Local bus, Long-tail boat, Mini-van, Sleeper train, Songthaew, Taxi, Tuk-tuk.Accommodation: 1 night sleeper train, 6 nights guesthouse.Meals: 3 breakfasts.Start Day: Monday End Day: SundayTour code: GTBSStart FinishStart Finish201110-Jan 23-Jan07-Feb 20-Feb07-Mar 20-Mar04-Apr 17-Apr02-May 15-May30-May 12-Jun27-Jun 10-Jul25-Jul 07-Aug22-Aug 04-Sep19-Sep 02-Oct17-Oct 30-Oct14-Nov 27-Nov12-Dec 25-Dec201209-Jan 22-Jan06-Feb 19-Feb05-Mar 18-Mar02-Apr 15-Apr30-Apr 13-May28-May 10-Jun25-Jun 08-Jul

BOOK NOW at www.imaginative-traveller.com or CALL 0845 287 0769Tadhiln / alos / abcdimo / Vaeimnt115ItineraryDay 1-2 / Bangkok No activities are planned for Day 1, so you may arrive at any time and start your adventure! The following day we explore some of Bangkok's highlights before boarding a northbound overnight sleeper train for Chiang Mai.Day 3 / Chiang Mai Chiang Mai is an ancient walled city dotted with temples and markets and here we have a free day to explore. In the evening we head to the famous Night Bazaar for a bowl of delicious tom yum before trying your hand at bargaining for some great buys.Day 4-5 / Huay Xai - Mekong River - Pakbeng We cross the border into Laos, spending the evening in a sleepy Laotian riverside town. The following day we meander down the mighty Mekong on a boat. In the late afternoon we arrive in Pakbeng where we stay overnight in a rustic guesthouse.Day 6-7 / Luang Prabang Another slow boat takes us on a ride down river to Luang Prabang. On the way, we visit the Buddhist temple caves at Pak Ou. In Luang Prabang the many beautiful temples and French architecture make for great photographic opportunities.Day 8-11 / Vang Vieng - Vientiane Beautiful Vang Vieng, located on the banks of the Nam Song River and surrounded by stunning limestone cliffs, is our next stop. Continuing south, we reach Vientiane. Take a walking tour of the capital and some of the Buddhist temples.Day 12-14 / Siem Reap - Angkor We fly to Siem Reap in Cambodia, where we explore the town before driving out to the Angkor Wat complex to watch the sunset from Phnom Bakheng. We then have two days to explore the Angkor temples - the first day with a local guide, the following day, free.Day 15-16 / Phnom Penh We explore the former Tuol Sleng Prison and the Killing Fields, both sobering reminders of the Khmer Rouge era. After visiting these sites, there is free time to visit the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda and the temple of Wat Phnom.Day 17 / Chambok Homestay We travel to Chambok Homestay on the outskirts of Kirirom National Park. Here we walk on a jungle trail, visit a bat cave, enjoy bird-watching and swim at a waterfall. Stay as a guest of the local villagers and enjoy a performance of Khmer dancing.Day 18-19 / Sihanoukvile The beach awaits us at the coastal town of Sihanoukville, where we enjoy time off to relax and enjoy a swim in the warm waters.Day 20-21 / Phnom Penh We return by road to Phnom Penh, where we spend a night in this lively city. Our adventure finishes after breakfast on Day 21.Bangkok to Phnom Penh 21 daysA great trip taking in four magnificent countries.An awesome trip over the land and along the rivers of Thailand, Laos and Cambodia. Head out from bustling Bangkok through the highlights of Laos and Cambodia including the spectacular temples of Angkor.Trip InfoDeparture DatesGroup size: Maximum 16.Grade: Walking Moderate.Transport: Aircon bus, Local bus, Mekong slow boat, Mini-van, Overnight train, Pirogue (narrow canoe), Riverboat, Songthaew, Taxi, Tuk-tuk.Accommodation: 1 night sleeper train, 11 nights guesthouse, 1 night homestay, 7 nights hotel.Meals: 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner.Start Day: Wednesday End Day: TuesdayTour code: GTBPStart FinishStart Finish201105-Jan 25-Jan12-Jan 01-Feb19-Jan 08-Feb26-Jan 15-Feb02-Feb 22-Feb09-Feb 01-Mar16-Feb 08-Mar23-Feb 15-Mar02-Mar 22-Mar09-Mar 29-Mar16-Mar 05-Apr23-Mar 12-Apr30-Mar 19-Apr06-Apr 26-Apr13-Apr 03-May20-Apr 10-May27-Apr 17-May04-May 24-May18-May 07-Jun01-Jun 21-Jun15-Jun 05-Jul29-Jun 19-Jul13-Jul 02-Aug27-Jul 16-Aug10-Aug 30-Aug24-Aug 13-Sep07-Sep 27-Sep21-Sep 11-Oct05-Oct 25-Oct12-Oct 01-Nov19-Oct 08-Nov26-Oct 15-Nov02-Nov 22-Nov09-Nov 29-Nov16-Nov 06-Dec23-Nov 13-Dec30-Nov 20-Dec07-Dec 27-Dec14-Dec 03-Jan21-Dec 10-Jan28-Dec 17-JanSee website for 2012 departures