Forget everything you know about conventional New Year's Eve celebrations and join the Eastern & Oriental Express to say goodbye to 2024 in style!
Start in Singapore and coast through the stunning landscapes of Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Penang - all while enjoying luxury accommodations and extraordinary cuisine.
Included in this 3-night New Year journey on the Eastern & Oriental Express:
* Three nights' accommodation on board the E&O Express with a New Year's Eve celebration
* Dedicated 24-hour steward service
* Daily four-course dinner: Seasonal table d'hôte menu, including tea, coffee and petits fours
* Breakfast served in your cabin or the restaurant
* Daily three-course lunch and afternoon tea
* Excursion to Langkawi's Pulau Payar Marine Park with picnic and wellness activities
* Excursion to Penang Island, with a choice of tours
* New Year's Eve celebration with champagne, 5-star cuisine and traditional entertainment
* Wines, spirits and local beers are included. Premium drinks will incur an extra charge
Your journey begins at Singapore's Woodland Station. Marvel at the gleaming green exterior of the Eastern & Oriental Express as it pulls into the platform. When you step foot on the train, take the time to admire its magical festive makeover.
Your steward will then show you to your air-conditioned cabin - complete with cherrywood panelling, Thai silks and exquisite Malaysian embroidery. As you settle in and admire the scenery outside your window, the kitchen will be preparing a sumptuous afternoon tea for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own cabin.
As the sun begins to set, it's time to get yourself ready for your first onboard dinner. Enjoy locally sourced, traditional Southeast Asian dishes (with a Belmond twist) followed by vibrant entertainment in the bar car.
As the train coasts past the villages and rice paddies of Malaysia, enjoy a leisurely breakfast, either in your cabin or the restaurant car. This morning is the perfect time to really relax and enjoy the journey.
After lunch, it's time to disembark the train at Alor Setar Station for an exciting boat trip to Pulau Payar Marine Park. The underwater areas surrounding the island are best known for their varied and colourful marine life; from moray eels and groupers to angel and parrot fish! During your time here, you will be treated to a luxurious picnic with a wide variety of delicious options to choose from. After lunch, you will have the opportunity to unwind with a choice of wellness activities such as tai chi, meditation and massage. You can also choose to explore the marine park with a snorkelling activity, try out paddle boarding or simply take a stroll around the island. The choice is yours!
After an unforgettable day with the friendly locals, a seafront bar and decadent barbeque, it's time to head back to the train and dress for tonight's dinner.
The last day of 2024 will be spent in Penang - a vibrant and culturally diverse island located northwest of Peninsular Malaysia.
You will be given the choice of three excursions in Georgetown: A trip to the market followed by a traditional Peranakan cooking class, a guided tour of the old town including temples, an opera house, a puppet show and much more, or you can choose to explore at your own pace - equipped with a map, a tri-shaw and a driver!
After an adventurous morning, it's time to re-board the train at Butterworth for lunch. Take this time to relax and reserve your energy for the evening celebrations.
Welcome the new year with champagne, delicious cuisine and lively entertainment. At midnight, marvel at the Petronas Twin Towers firework display in Kuala Lumpur and toast to a brand new year.
Day Four - Johor to Singapore
Start the first day of the new year with a delicious breakfast as the train glides through the gorgeous state of Johor - famous for its perfect beaches and lush rainforests. After some time, you will be back in Singapore, where your journey will come to an end.
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