The Soul of Southeast Asia Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand

Your journey begins as Southeast Asia comes into focus. Move between cultures, flavors, and daily life across Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. From city streets to coastal landscapes, each stop opens a new perspective – and this first step sets the tone for everything ahead.

Arrive in Singapore, where cultures, flavors, and traditions meet at every turn. As arrival times vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing this afternoon. Settle in and head out when ready — whether that means tracking down a hawker stall or getting your first look at the city on your own.

This morning, get your bearings on a city tour as you see icons like Raffles Hotel, Marina Bay, and Tiong Bahru’s art deco blocks. Pause at a neighborhood coffee shop for kopi or teh and watch the morning unfold. In Chinatown, taste local favorites before dinner in a traditional Peranakan house, where your host shares personal stories of local life and the fading Baba Malay language.

Head into Joo Chiat, where stories live in rows of colorful shophouses. Step into a hands-on cooking experience and make popiah – a fresh spring roll filled with turnip, egg, and sweet sauce. Sit down for an Impact Moment at Dignity Kitchen, where meaningful employment creates opportunity and connection. Learn simple sign language to order your meal. This evening, it’s your choice! Sip a Singapore Sling at the iconic Raffles Hotel Long Bar -OR- explore the illuminated conservatories of Gardens by the Bay as they come to life after dark.