Real Bangkok to Singapore for 18–35s – 15 Days
Thailand’s islands, Penang, the Cameron Highlands and Kuala Lumpur for travellers aged 18 to 35.
Tour overview
This 15-day adventure for travellers aged 18 to 35 travels overland from Bangkok through southern Thailand and Malaysia to Singapore. A local leader travels with the group, which numbers no more than sixteen, by sleeper train, bus and ferry. You stay fourteen nights in hotels, guesthouses, a resort on Ko Samui, a village homestay and a night on the train.
From Bangkok an overnight train and ferry bring you to Ko Samui for two nights by the beach. You then spend a night with a family in Phrom Lok, cycling through the village, before two nights at Ao Nang among Krabi’s limestone cliffs.
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Crossing into Malaysia, you explore the street art and hawker food of Georgetown on Penang, a World Heritage city, then head up to the cool tea plantations of the Cameron Highlands. Two nights in Kuala Lumpur leave time for the Petronas Towers and Batu Caves before a bus takes you to Singapore.
The physical rating is medium. This trip suits sociable travellers aged 18 to 35 who want to cross three countries overland on a budget.
Trip highlights
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A sleeper train south (Day 2)
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Ko Samui (Days 3–4)
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A Phrom Lok homestay (Day 5)
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Georgetown, Penang (Day 9)
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The Cameron Highlands (Days 10–11)
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Kuala Lumpur (Days 12–13)
Your route
10 stops from Bangkok to Singapore
- Bangkok Days 1–2
- Surat Thani Day 3
- Ko Samui Days 3–4
- Phrom Lok Day 5
- Ao Nang Days 6–7
- George Town (Penang) Days 8–9
- Ipoh Day 10
- Cameron Highlands Days 10–11
- Kuala Lumpur Days 12–13
- Singapore Day 14
Why choose this tour
Three countries overland with a group your own age. Islands, a homestay and Malaysia’s highlights.
Best suited to
- Travellers aged 18 to 35
- Travellers on a budget
- Solo travellers
- Independent-minded travellers
Day-by-day itinerary
15 days from Bangkok, Thailand to Singapore
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Day 1 · Bangkok Bangkok
A welcome meeting.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 2 · Bangkok Bangkok
The night train south.
- Hotel
- Overnight sleeper train
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Day 3 · Surat Thani, Ko Samui Ko Samui
To the island.
- Hotel
- Resort
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Day 4 · Ko Samui Ko Samui
A free day.
- Hotel
- Resort
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Day 5 · Phrom Lok Phrom Lok
A village homestay.
- Hotel
- Homestay
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 · Phrom Lok, Ao Nang Ao Nang
Cycling and the coast.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 7 · Ao Nang Ao Nang
A free beach day.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 8 · Penang Penang
Into Malaysia.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 9 · Georgetown Penang
A heritage walk.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 10 · Georgetown, Cameron Highlands Cameron Highlands
To the tea country.
- Hotel
- Guesthouse
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Day 11 · Cameron Highlands Cameron Highlands
A free day.
- Hotel
- Guesthouse
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 12 · Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur
The capital.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 13 · Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur
A free day.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 14 · Singapore Singapore
By bus to Singapore.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 15 · Singapore Singapore
The trip ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Bangkok (1 night) Hotel
- Overnight train (1 night) Sleeper train
- Ko Samui (2 nights) Resort
- Phrom Lok (1 night) Homestay
- Ao Nang (2 nights) Hotel
- Penang (2 nights) Hotel
- Cameron Highlands (2 nights) Guesthouse
- Kuala Lumpur (2 nights) Hotel
- Singapore (1 night) Hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 14 nights, including a train and a homestay
- Meals 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners
- Sleeper train, ferries and buses
- Phrom Lok homestay with cycling
- Penang orientation walk
- Local leader throughout
Not included
- Flights
- Meals not included 8 breakfasts, 11 lunches and 12 dinners
- Optional activities
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You are over 35
- You want comfortable hotels throughout
- You want most meals included
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
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Departures & prices
From £816 per person, twin share, tour only. 47 upcoming departures.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
What ages is this trip for?
Travellers aged 18 to 35.
Do I need a visa for Malaysia?
UK citizens don’t need a visa for Malaysia for tourist stays, but must complete the digital arrival card.
Do I need visas for Thailand and Singapore?
UK citizens don’t need visas for short stays in either.
What is the homestay like?
A simple room with a local family, for one night.
Can I have my own room?
A single supplement is available, except on the train and at the homestay.
How many people travel together?
No more than sixteen travellers, with a local leader.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary