Singapore & Bali Adventure

Overview

Explore Singapore, a city state at the crossroads of culture. Singapore warmly embraces the kaleidoscope of peoples that call the country home, and which you’ll discover in the cultural enclaves of Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam (Malay district). And this melting pot has left a lasting impact on the vibrant culinary scene, one of Southeast Asia’s best. In recent years, awe-inspiring, futuristic attractions like Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands have enhanced the city skyline. However, the country still retains its charming, historic neighborhoods crisscrossed by crowded side streets still teeming with traditional vendor stalls. Nicknamed, the “City in a Garden”, Singapore is covered in greenery and full of impressive gardens, such as the Singapore Botanic Garden which is home to the world’s largest orchid display. 

Then, continue your Asian adventure in Bali. Stay in artistic and wonderfully serene Ubud, the cultural epicenter of this lush and laid-back island. Hindu temples adorn the urban landscape while looming volcanoes and vibrant green rice terraces decorate the horizon. Ubud is the type of town where time takes a break, where days among the restaurants, cafes and artisan street stalls inadvertently turn to weeks. You’ll have a hard time leaving Ubud, and an even harder time forgetting it! 

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Detailed Itinerary

Notice: The Merlion Statue at Merlion Park is undergoing renovations from October through December 2018. The statue will not be available for photographing as scaffolding will be erected around it to facilitate the maintenance work.

Day 1: Check In

• Check in this evening at SFO for your international flight to Singapore departing SFO shortly after mid-night tonight.  

Day 2: Depart USA 

• Depart SFO on your flight to Singapore via Singapore Airlines

Day 3: Arrive Singapore

3 nights Rendezvous Hotel Singapore, Swissotel Merchant Court Singapore from Sep 2018 onward. Breakfast.

• Upon arrival in Singapore, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel

Day 4: Singapore

Breakfast.

• Morning tour of Singapore
• Afternoon at leisure for independent sightseeing

Full Day Itinerary: Your morning tour of Singapore features a drive around the Civic District, passing by the Padang, Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall. Next, stop at Merlion Park and enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay. Then visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of the oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples in Singapore. Afterwards, make a stop at a local handicraft market. Finally, proceed to the National Orchid Garden within the Singapore Botanic Gardens, which boasts 60,000 orchid plants. The balance of the day is at leisure where you can perhaps explore the Gardens by the Bay or taste your way through Singapore’s many Hawker Food Centers.

Day 5: Singapore

Breakfast.

• Full day at leisure to explore Singapore or join an optional excursion

Optional Excursion: Gardens by the Bay, $21. Featuring more than 1 million plants from more than 5,000 species, Gardens by the Bay is a must-see destination filled with wonders from around the world. Marvel at the indoor waterfall over 100 feet tall and stroll above the jungle canopy via aerial walkways at Cloud Forest. Replicating the cool and dry Mediterranean climate, Flower Dome showcases exotic plants from 5 continents in 9 different gardens. Watch as the Supertrees come alive with special effects at night. Hotel pick-up service is included, but visitors must make their own way back to their hotel. This is a regularly-scheduled, English-speaking bus tour and may have pick-up service from various hotels. Guide service within the park and entrance to the OCBD skyway excluded.

Day 6: Singapore & Bali

4 nights Komaneka at Bisma, Ubud. Breakfast.

• Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bali
• Upon arrival in Bali, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel

Day 7: Bali

Breakfast & lunch.

• Tour Taman Ayun Temple, a traditional market and Jatiluwih rice terraces

Full Day Itinerary: After breakfast this morning, set off through small villages and incredible landscapes. First stop at the UNESCO site, Taman Ayun Temple. It was built in 1634 to serve as the Royal family’s temple of the Mengwi dynasty. The temple is a truly stunning piece of historic architecture, surrounded by a moat and intricately carved wooden gates.

Continue through the beautiful countryside and little villages with an uphill drive to Bratan Lake. Located at 1200 meters above sea level, this volcanic lake is surrounded by spectacular views. Take a walk to the water to the famous Ulun Danu Temple which sits on a small island on the far shores of the lake. 

Next, explore the colorful market of Candikuning. Then, drive through some of the most beautiful rice terraces in all of Bali around Jatiluwih area. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant located in the middle of a tranquil rainforest on the slopes of Batukaru Mountain, a relaxing setting for a traditional Balinese lunch. Afterwards, explore some of the Jatiluwih rice terraces, where the guide will explain the incredible irrigation systems that allow the people to harvest rice up to four times a year. Finally, return to the hotel for the balance of the day at leisure. 

Days 8-9: Bali

Breakfast.

• 2 days at leisure to explore the wonders of Bali on your own or join an optional tour

Optional Excursion: Day 8 - Eat, Pray and Love Day Tour, $175. Today you will get a true taste of the local culture, traditions and lifestyles with this immersive Balinese experience. Pray: Receive a blessing by a pedanda, a traditional Balinese priest, meet an astrologer who uses ancient methods handed down from generation to generation to read your fortune. Eat: You will experience the family techniques and learn more about the fresh produce, herbs spices and local Balinese cooking methods at the Kayun house, a  neighborhood natural organic restaurant, it is named after a Balinese word “Kayun” which means, “Heart”. While the locals are preparing your dish, take a walk around the village compound to learn about the local architecture and layout of rural villages. Return to the house to dine on your tasty cuisine. Love: After lunch, complete your experience with a relaxing 1-hour Balinese massage. Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required to operate. 

Optional Excursion: Day 9 - Half Day Balinese Cooking Class, $75. Transfer from your hotel to a local restaurant or guesthouse, where you will greeted by your chef and staff.  Take a short walk to the vegetable market where you will browse the stalls with your guide- learning about the fresh spices, herbs and vegetables on sale. After your tour of the market, walk to the restaurant to commence the cooking. You’ll then meet in the kitchen, wearing aprons, and begin your cooking. Not only will you discover the herbs, spices and techniques of Balinese cooking but you will also learn about the ceremonial and cultural significance of food in Balinese society. The menu changes daily and after preparing the lavish feast, sit down to enjoy the meal together with a glass or two of local rice wine or homemade hibiscus tea. This tour is offered on a join-in basis and may include other participants. Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required to operate. 

Day 10: Depart Bali/Arrive USA

Breakfast.

• Transfer to the airport for your return flight
• Arrive in the USA later today
• Some flights may arrive in the USA next day

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Trip Details

• What should I know before I go? We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
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• Can I make changes to my trip? Want to upgrade your seats? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
• Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions? To book this package, you must be 21 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
• Should I purchase travel insurance? Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
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