From Bangkok to Singapore in two weeks, taking in beaches, national parks, exotic local food and gorgeous temples, as you journey down the western edge of Thailand and Malaysia.
Bangkokovernight train to Surat ThaniKhao Sok National ParkCheow Lan Lake boat tourvillage homestay and Thai cooking demonstration in Krabi ProvinceAo Nang with half day sea kayaking tripPenangGeorgetownKuala LumpurMelaka and trishaw tourSingapore
Responsible Travel was built out of a love of solo travel, and we want to share the joy of it with you.
Vacation information
Small group tour, ideal for solos & couples:
Small group travel is not large group travel scaled down. It is modeled on independent travel – but with the advantage of a group leader to take care of the itinerary, accommodation and tickets, and dealing with the language. It’s easy to tick off the big sights independently – but finding those one-off experiences, local festivals, traveling markets and secret viewpoints is almost impossible for someone without the insider knowledge gained from years in the field. For those with limited time, a small group tour will save valuable time in planning, and on vacation.
Reviews
2 Reviews of Bangkok to Singapore small group vacation
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Reviewed on 06 Feb 2023 by Robert Helwick
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Terrific itinerary. Lots of variety and a delightful tour guide.
2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Pack light
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
It benefitted local people and effort was made to reduce environmental impacts by using public transportation and other means.
4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
It was a great experience.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2023 by Patricia (Pat) Ruble
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
An island tour of Phi Phi Island and several other islands in Ao Nang - fabulous swimmining and snorkeling!
2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Too short of a time in Singapore - plan on spending another day or day to see the magnificient Gardens by the Bay.
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes - we visited a Muslim operated farm and prepared food and ate dinner with local people.
4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Excellent - I would probably have cut a day in Khao Sok or Mekale to add the time in Singapore.
Responsible Travel
As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) vacation so that you can travel knowing we've worked to maximise the benefits of your vacation to local people and places, and minimise any negative impacts.
Planet
As a global operator, we take our role in the tourism industry very seriously. We recognise the impact that tourism has on local communities and the environment, and we plan and operate all our tours with this front of our minds. We believe that every tour operator must be responsible in the way they conduct their business, to ensure the welfare of all people and the conservation of the environment.
We are committed to operating in a responsible manner, incorporating the principles of sustainable development in the way we provide our travelers with real life experiences. We believe that responsible travel is about the attitude you take with you and the choices you make when traveling - to respect and benefit local people, their cultures, economy and the environment. For example on trips like this one through South East Asia where dress standards are conservative, particularly outside of the major cities, we recommend our travelers (both female and male) wear loose, lightweight clothing so as not to offend, particularly when visiting religious sites.
Traveling through Thailand, Malaysia and on into Singapore reveals very diverse countries, each with its own individual landscape and culture. This trip has been designed to pass through these regions as considerately as possible, while maximising the experience of our group. We use local transport where ever possible, from an overnight sleeper train to tuk tuks, songthaews (adapted picked up trucks with bench seating) to public buses.
People
We stay in small, locally owned properties reflective of the local flavour, utilising both hotels and guesthouses and we support cottage industry staying with local hosts at a village homestay in southern Thailand.
All produce used throughout the trip is sourced locally en route. We eat at local restaurants, encourage our travelers to only purchase souvenirs from local artisans and recruit our on the ground team (including the group leader) from the local communities that we travel through. All these elements not only give a fantastic insight into the country and a snap shot of day to day life, but also puts valuable financial resources back into the local economy, creating jobs and supporting local businesses.
As a company our responsibilities don’t stop when our tours end. Our own in house foundation has been in operation for over 10 years; a not-for-profit fund that has distributed over AU$3 million to more than 70 non-government organisations since 2002, from health care, education, human rights, child welfare, sustainable development and in environmental and wildlife protection. Donations come from our travelers and are then matched by us dollar for dollar.
Projects in Thailand directly assisted by the foundation (and thus by our travelers to the region), include Friends of the Asian Elephant, which aims to protect and conserve the welfare of elephants - both domesticated and wild, providing free medical care and transportation when required and. Baan Unrak (House of Happiness), an orphanage and community relief center for children and destitute women. Providing shelter, food, clothing, education, employment, love and support for those in need.
