A luxurious train journey through Southeast Asia, offering elegant 5-star service, gourmet dining, and breathtaking landscapes from Singapore to Malaysia and Thailand.

Ride Details

  • Ride Type: Luxury, Scenic, Historic, Overnight
  • Duration:
    • Wild Malaysia – 4 days / 3 nights
    • Essence of Malaysia – 3 days / 2 nights
  • Distance: Varies by route (~800 to 1,500 miles)
  • Operating Season & Hours:
    • Operates from February to December
    • Departure times vary by itinerary, typically midday departures
  • Pricing:
    • Prices start from $3,500 per person for entry-level cabins
    • Grand Suites and exclusive experiences can cost $10,000+ per person

Accommodation & Cabins

1. Presidential Cabin

  • Largest and most luxurious cabin
  • Spacious bedroom with king-sized bed
  • Private sitting area
  • En-suite bathroom with shower
  • Personalized steward service
  • Fresh flowers and fruit
  • Complimentary in-cabin bar

2. State Cabin

  • Twin or double bedding configurations
  • Large windows with plush seating area
  • En-suite bathroom (shower, toilet, vanity)
  • Climate control
  • Personal safe, wardrobe, writing desk

3. Pullman Cabin

  • Most compact cabin option
  • Day configuration: banquette seat
  • Night: upper and lower bunk beds
  • En-suite bathroom (shower, toilet, vanity)
  • Air-conditioning, storage, vanity mirror

All cabins include:

  • 24-hour steward service
  • Turn-down and daily housekeeping
  • Luxury bath amenities
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer, reading lights, power outlets

Dining & Cuisine

  • Two Elegant Dining Cars:
    • Decor inspired by 1930s art deco and colonial aesthetics
  • Fine Southeast Asian Cuisine with French flair
    • Menus inspired by the regions traveled (Thai, Malay, Singaporean)
  • Multi-course gourmet meals – breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Afternoon tea
  • All-Inclusive dining for all guests
  • Special dietary requirements accommodated with advance notice

Bar & Lounge Cars

  • Bar Car – Open late into the evening
    • Serves wine, beer, cocktails, premium spirits
    • Live piano music in the evenings
    • Snacks and light bites available
  • Observation Car (end of train)
    • Outdoor veranda for scenic views and photography
    • Indoor lounge seating
    • Smoking allowed in this car only

 Services & Additional Amenities

✅ Accepts Credit Cards – Yes
❌ Allows Pets – No
❌ Car Parking – No; guests must arrive via station or transfer
✅ Kid Friendly – Children allowed (best suited for older children)
✅ Outdoor Seating – Yes, on open-air observation deck
✅ Reservations Needed – Yes, advance booking required
✅ Smoking Allowed – Only in the Observation Car outdoor area
❌ Wheelchair Accessible – Not fully accessible; narrow hallways and steps onboard
❌ WiFi – No WiFi onboard (encourages disconnection and immersion)

 Off-Train Excursions (Included)

  • Guided cultural and sightseeing excursions based on itinerary:
    • River cruises, temple visits, market tours
    • Cooking classes, traditional dance shows
    • Nature walks and historic site visits
  • Multilingual guides may be available (English standard)

Countries & Routes

The Eastern & Oriental Express runs through Southeast Asia, primarily:

  • 🇸🇬 Singapore
  • 🇲🇾 Malaysia
  • 🇹🇭 Thailand

Sample Routes:

  • Essence of Malaysia (Singapore → Kuala Lumpur → Penang → Langkawi → Singapore)
  • Wild Malaysia (Jungle-focused, includes Taman Negara and cultural stops)
  • Thai journeys are expected to resume in future itineraries

Languages

  • Primary onboard language: English
  • Staff and guides are fluent in English
  • Some guides and crew may speak Malay, Thai, Mandarin, or other languages
  • Multilingual excursion guides available upon request when booking