Railway Adventures · Escorted tour

Singapore to Siam

19-day escorted rail tour across Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand

Illustration of Singapore to Siam

Railway Adventures' Singapore to Siam is a 19-day, fully escorted tour across Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, travelling by rail, coach and boat from Singapore to Bangkok. A full-time Railway Adventures tour leader, Darrin Ford, and a full-time local guide accompany the group throughout. The route calls at Malacca, Kuala Lumpur, the Cameron Highlands, Penang, Khao Sok National Park, Hua Hin, Ayutthaya and Kanchanaburi. Along the way, the group rides the Death Railway near the Bridge over the River Kwai, reflects on its World War II history, cruises Cheow Lan Lake by long-tail boat, and visits the Maeklong Railway Market, where stallholders work beside an active rail line. The package includes premium hotels, mostly 5-star, local dining including a rooftop dinner in Bangkok, and private luggage transport on all train legs. One departure is listed, for November 2026, at AUD 13,985 per person. This trip suits travellers who want a fully guided, comfort-focused introduction to Southeast Asia's rail heritage.

What to know before you look closer

  • This tour combines rail with coach and boat travel; it is not an all-rail journey across Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand.
  • Railway Adventures publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm how the 19 days divide among the three countries before booking.
  • Only one departure is listed, for November 2026; confirm current availability with Railway Adventures.

Included

  • Premium hotels (mostly 5-star)
  • Local dining including a rooftop dinner in Bangkok
  • Full-time Railway Adventures tour leader
  • Full-time local guide
  • Private luggage transport on all train legs

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?
From A$13,985 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $10,031 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is the train travel included?
Yes, along with coach and boat travel; the tour rides the Death Railway near the Bridge over the River Kwai and visits the Maeklong Railway Market line.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes, with a full-time Railway Adventures tour leader, Darrin Ford, and a full-time local guide.
What hotels are included?
Premium hotels, mostly 5-star.
What else is included besides hotels and rail?
Local dining including a rooftop dinner in Bangkok, and private luggage transport on all train legs.
When does it run?
One departure is listed, for November 2026, at AUD 13,985 per person.

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