14 Days | Singapore Delights | Royal Caribbean: Quantum of the Seas

Day 1: Arrive Singapore Welcome to Singapore. Today is an arrival day and a chance to relax after your flight from home. We will meet at 6pm for a Welcome meeting before heading out for dinner

Day 2: Singapore – Singapore Mon 19 Oct 2020 | Depart 5:00 PM

Singapore After breakfast, check out of your hotel and have the morning to explore Singapore. We will meet in the hotel lobby at 1.30pm for our coach transfer to Quantum of the Seas.

The Singapore Cruise Centre sits near famous Sentosa Island, an entertainment complex that includes high end restaurants and well-manicured beaches, so you might consider arriving an hour two early to enjoy some time here before your cruise from Singapore.

The cruise port is about 10 minutes from the city centre.

Whilst on the cruise you will be entertained by Damian Mullin (performance dates and times to be confirmed).

Singapore Harbour

Day 3: Malacca – Malaysia Tue 20 Oct 2020 | 7:00 AM To 6:00 PM

Malaysia Step into the fascinating and historical world of Malacca. Influenced by the Portuguese, Dutch and British, Malacca has an unmistakable Old-World vibe. Experience the mouth-watering cuisine and unique heritage of Malacca firsthand.

Malacca rich with heritage buildings & ancient landmarks.

Day 4: Penang – Malaysia Wed 21 Oct 2020 | 10:00 AM To 8:00 PM

Malaysia Penang's British-founded capital is a multicultural mosaic and home to vibrant neighbourhoods, heritage architecture and excellent food. Go beyond Georgetown to see the scenic coastline, countryside, traditional villages and beaches.

Massive and opulent, the mansion is truly something to marvel at.

Day 5: Cruising Thu 22 Oct 2020

Whether you seek an adrenaline rush or total tranquillity, our ships have it all. Try rock climbing, bumper cars and flying without having to leave the ship in our

skydiving simulator. Melt away land-based stress with a spa massage, build a scrapbook of memories or simply relax by the side of the pool.

Day 6: Phuket – Thailand Fri 23 Oct 2020 | Arrive 8:00 AM

Thailand Gorgeous beaches, dramatic coastline, thriving reefs and luxury resorts are the biggest attractions on Thailand’s largest island.

Daily hiking tours through the Khao Phra Taew National Park, a lush jungle.

Day 7: Phuket – Thailand Sat 24 Oct 2020 | Depart 7:00 PM

Thailand In the culture-rich capital, new galleries, shops and cafés are bringing new life to historic buildings.

Day 8: Cruising Sun 25 Oct 2020

Onboard, dining is about more than just food. Think ambience, variety and the flexibility to decide when and what you savour.

Day 9: Cruising Mon 26 Oct 2020

When our ships hit the high seas, the excitement of Casino Royale® kicks off. Try your hand at our card tables, spin to win at roulette and hit it big time with the pull of a poker machine.

Day 10: Port Klang – Malaysia Tue 27 Oct 2020 | 8:00 AM To 5:00 PM

Malaysia Kuala Lumpur is a bustling hub for business, media and the arts. There are luxury hotels, mega-shopping centres and skyscrapers as well as heritage architecture and multicultural ambiance in districts like Merdeka Square, Chinatown and Little India.

Visit the Petronas Tower, second tallest in the world, Kuala Lumpur Philharmonic and more.

Day 11: Singapore – Singapore Wed 28 Oct 2020 | Arrive 6:00 AM

Singapore Morning at leisure. In the afternoon, we will embark on a city including Singapore Cricket Club, Parliament House, National Gallery Singapore and the Merlion Park with impressive views of Marina Bay.

Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, and Chinatown. Proceed to the Singapore Botanic Gardens including the National Orchid Garden. Let your senses come alive at Little India. Our tour will end at Gardens by the Bay where you will have time to visit the many displays and see the amazing Sound and Light show.

Filled with glittering skyscrapers, Singapore practically hums with business and trade. You'll also find multi-ethnic culture, great cuisine and attractions that include modern malls, traditional shops, colonial buildings and historic temples.

Thain Hock Keng, The 'Temple of Heavenly Bliss' is one of the oldest Chinese temples in Singapore.

Day 12: Singapore – Singapore Thu 29 Oct 2020

Full Day Round Island Tour including lunch.

Today we head out of the city and visit Singapore’s highest pedestrian bridge – Henderson Waves. Then onto Mount Faber and Telok Blangah Hill. We’ll continue west to Haw Par Villa. Journey north to Kranji War Memorial to pay respects to World War II heroes. Lunch at a local restaurant before proceeding to Bright Hill Temple. View the Selarang Barracks – where the infamous Barracks Square incident occurred during WWII. Drive past Changi Air Base towards Changi Village. If time permits, we may drive past and view the Johore Battery Monster Gun and visit the Changi War Memorial (subject to reopening after restoration).

Day 13: Singapore – Singapore Fri 30 Oct 2020 Day at Leisure

In the evening, an included dinner along the Singapore River while dining on a Bento dinner of local fare. Take in the most breathtaking views of the Singapore skyline as we cruise along the historic Singapore River. Our last stop this evening will be at the historic Long Bar at Raffles for a taste of Singapore’s very own concoction, ‘the Singapore Sling’.

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