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! 

Itinerary at a Glance

• 1 Depart USA
• 2 En route
• 3 Arrive Singapore
• 4 Singapore
• 5 Singapore
• Optional Excursion: Gardens by the Bay, $35
• 6 Singapore & Bali
• 7 Bali
• 8 Bali
• Optional Excursion: Eat, Pray and Love Day Tour, $225
• 9 Bali
• Optional Excursion: Half Day Balinese Cooking Class, $90
• 10 Depart Bali/Arrive USA

Nusa Dua Extension

• 10 Ubud/Nusa Dua
• 11 Nusa Dua
• 12 Nusa Dua
• 13 Depart Nusa Dua/Arrive USA

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Depart USA

• Your journey begins this evening as you check in for your flight to Singapore

Day 2 En route

• Cross the International Dateline and lose a day. (You will recover this day on the return leg of your trip.)

Day 3 Arrive Singapore

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

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay

Day 4 Singapore

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

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay Breakfast

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. Afterward, 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

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

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay Breakfast

Optional Excursion: Gardens by the Bay, $35

Featuring more than 1 million plants from more than 5,000 species, Gardens by the Bay is a must-see destination filled with wonders worldwide. Marvel at the indoor waterfall over 100 feet tall and stroll above the jungle canopy via aerial walkways at Cloud Forest. Flower Dome showcases exotic plants from 5 continents in 9 different gardens by replicating the cool and dry Mediterranean climate. 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 are excluded.

Costs $35 per person.

Day 6 Singapore & Bali

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

Komaneka at Bisma Breakfast

Day 7 Bali

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

Komaneka at Bisma Breakfast & lunch

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 over 3,900 feet 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 Bali around the Jatiluwih area. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the middle of a tranquil rainforest on the slopes of Batukaru Mountain, a relaxing setting for a traditional Balinese lunch. Afterward, 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.

Day 8 Bali

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

Komaneka at Bisma Breakfast

Optional Excursion: Eat, Pray and Love Day Tour, $225

Today you will get an authentic taste of the local culture, traditions, and lifestyles with this immersive Balinese experience. Pray: Receive a blessing from a pedanda or traditional Balinese priest, and 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 named after the Balinese word “Kayun,” which means “Heart.” While the locals prepare 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: Complete your experience with a relaxing 1-hour Balinese massage after lunch.

Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required to operate.

Day 9 Bali

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

Komaneka at Bisma Breakfast

Optional Excursion: Half Day Balinese Cooking Class, $90

Transfer from your hotel to a local restaurant or guesthouse, where the chef and staff will greet you. 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 you tour the market, walk to the restaurant to begin cooking. You’ll then meet in the kitchen, wearing aprons, and start your cooking. Not only will you discover the herbs, spices, and techniques of Balinese cuisine, 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 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:

Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required to operate.

Day 10 Depart Bali/Arrive USA

• Transfer to the airport for your return flight
• Arrive in the USA later today
• Some flights may arrive in the USA next day
• Or take advantage of your already included international airfare and join our optional extension to Nusa Dua.

Breakfast

Nusa Dua Extension

Day 10 Ubud/Nusa Dua

• Transfer to Nusa Dua with a private driver and English speaking guide
• Enjoy the balance of the day at leisure

Samabe Bali Suites & Villas Breakfast

Day 11 Nusa Dua

• Full day at leisure to enjoy the sights and sounds of Nusa Dua

Samabe Bali Suites & Villas Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Enjoy a day at leisure to relax, sight-see, or shop in one of Bali's most popular resort towns, Nusa Dua. Upscale shopping and world-class resorts are nestled between ancient temples and natural landmarks. Take time to pamper yourself at one of the numerous Balinese spas, or for the more adventurous traveler, Nusa Dua is a haven for water activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing, or taking a spin on a jet ski!

Or take time to see one of the many historical attractions, like Geger Temple, overlooking the ocean on a limestone cliff. While the temple gates are usually locked, as they reserve the space for meaningful ceremonies, it's still a worthwhile visit to witness the beautiful shrines and inner courtyards. Or wait until low tide and visit the section south of the temple walls, where a hidden shrine appears between the limestone crevasses.

Day 12 Nusa Dua

• Last full day at leisure to enjoy the sights and sounds of Nusa Dua

Samabe Bali Suites & Villas Breakfast

Day 13 Depart Nusa Dua/Arrive USA

• Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the US via Singapore Airlines

Breakfast

Hotels

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay

Superior First Class

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay, Singapore offers the best of both worlds: a central-city location and resort-style ambiance. The hotel is ideally located on the banks of the Singapore River, next to Clarke Quay Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station, and close to major places of interest including Chinatown, and the numerous bars and restaurants on the famous Clarke Quay and Boat Quay.

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Komaneka at Bisma

Deluxe

Komaneka at Bisma is about grand spaces, luxurious interiors, and a heart-lifting panorama over a valley of tropical rain forest - all just a 10-minute walk from Ubud's Main Street. The resort's iconic 33-meter lap pool is the jewel of this beautiful five-hectare resort. Nestled in the tropical gardens are the resort's own rice fields, a Spa Villa with adjacent semi-circular leisure pool, and a jogging path.

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Samabe Bali Suites & Villas

Deluxe

Located on the picturesque cliffs of southern Nusa Dua, The Samabe Bali Suites & Villas boasts magnificent uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. The Samabe Bali Suites & Villas is perfectly located only a minute walk from a secluded private beach, and 7 miles from the Ngurah Rai International Airport. 

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In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.

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Trip Details

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