Vacation Overview
Tour Details
What’s the best way to see two of the most effervescent cities in the world? A Globus Independent vacation, of course! Start your adventure in Bangkok with a boat ride through the city’s canals, or klongs, to see family homes and temples and you’ll discover why this beautiful city is called the “Venice of the East.” Visit Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of the Dawn, and the Grand Palace, which houses the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, then stop at the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok, featuring one of the largest Buddha statues in Thailand. You’ll also have free time to explore more of Bangkok and other nearby attractions, including Damnoen Saduak floating market and the ancient capital of Ayutthaya. Then fly to Singapore, one of the world’s greatest melting pots. Your guide will show you all the highlights taking you to visit the Gardens by the Bay, Chinatown, and Marina Bay, where you ascend to Sands Skypark to admire beautiful views of the city and its surroundings. The following day you’ll have some well-deserved free time to continue exploring Singapore on your own or book an optional excursion to Kampong Glam or a Malay village.
Daily Itinerary
Independent Singapore & Bangkok
Day 1: ARRIVE IN BANGKOK, THAILAND
Welcome to Thailand! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2: BANGKOK
Today’s private guided tour starts with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok’s famous canals. Next, stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, where its 260-foot-tall spire has become a symbol of Bangkok.
Continue to the Grand Palace, comprised of the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
Lastly, visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. The oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok, it houses more than 1,000 Buddha images, including the 49-foot-high and 151-foot-long massive Reclining Buddha.
(B,L)
Day 3: BANGKOK
Enjoy a full day at your leisure.
(B)
INSIDER PICKS
Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. You may consider a visit to the renowned Jim Thompson House, a dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River, or an excursion to the vibrant Damnoen Saduak floating market.
Day 4: BANGKOK–SINGAPORE
Today, fly to exciting Singapore.
(B)
Day 5: SINGAPORE
Today, your private guided sightseeing introduces you to Singapore’s highlights. Begin with a visit to the Gardens by the Bay a showpiece of horticulture and garden artistry. The gardens house flora from five continents and award-winning architectural design as well.
Enjoy lunch at historic Lau Pa Sat, one of Singapore’s most famous hawker centers, and take a scenic bumboat ride along the Singapore River for a different perspective of the city.
Your tour ends at Marina Bay, where you will ascend to the Sands Skypark’s gravity-defying rooftop for stunning views over the city.
(B,L)
Day 6: SINGAPORE
Enjoy a full day at your leisure.
(B)
INSIDER PICKS
Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Visit the National Orchid Garden, take an optional excursion to historic Kampong Glam, or explore Malay culture at Changi Village.
Day 7: SINGAPORE
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
(B)