WHUR WORLD TOUR 2010
ITINERARY
Singapore and Bali

Experience two of Asia's finest destinations in this 9-day tour to Singapore and Bali. Absorb the great city lights and the bustle of fabulous Singapore and enjoy the opportunity to get a firsthand experience of a Barong Dance performance along with a Kintamani tour in Bali.

Tour Features Include:

• Round trip transpacific air on Singapore Airlines
• Intra-Asia airfare Singapore and Bali
• 03 nights accommodation at the Marina Mandarin Hotel in Singapore
• 04 nights accommodation at the Nusa Dua Beach Hotel in Bali
• Airport/hotel transfers
• Meals and sightseeing tours as specified in itinerary
• Hotel taxes and service charges

Deluxe hotel accommodations:

Singapore: Marina Mandarin Hotel
Bali: Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa

ITINERARY

Mar 12 (Fri) Washington, DC or Chicago to San Francisco

Mar 13 (Sat) San Francisco/Singapore
Singapore Airlines flight departs overnight from 12 Mar.

Mar 14 (Sun) Arrive in Singapore
Arrive in Singapore. Welcomed by our local representative at airport, you will be escorted to hotel for check-in. In the evening, Board a bumboat at The Fullerton for a ride along the Singapore River to Clarke Quay, where you will enjoy a Chili Crab dinner by the River. Enroute to the world’s largest fountain, take in the beautiful sight of the central business district via Benjamin Sheares Bridge. Next, advance to Bugis Street or other night bazaars during festive period, where our guide will take you for a stroll at the night market or ‘pasar malam’ where you may chance upon bargains you never imagine. Our last stop for the evening is at Raffles Hotel for a taste of Singapore’s very own concoction, ‘the Singapore Sling’. As the saying goes, ‘If you have not been to Raffles, you have not been to Singapore’. (D)

Mar 15 (Mon) Singapore
An orientation tour that begins with a drive around the Civic District past the Padang, Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall. Stop at the Merlion Park for great views of Marina Bay and a picture-taking opportunity with The Merlion, a mythological creature that is part lion and part fish. Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of Singapore’s oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, before driving past Chinatown to watch craftsmen at work at a local Handicraft Center.  Our final stop at Little India will entrance you with the scent of joss sticks, jasmine and spices. (AB)

Mar 16 (Tue) Singapore
Join us on a colorful journey into the history, lifestyle and unique character of the Peranakan Babas (the men) and Nonyas (the women). A walk through a Spice Garden, which sits on the original site of the first Botanic Gardens and uncovers the intricacies of spices and herbs that go into Peranakan cooking. A fascinating display of Peranakan costume, embroidery, beadwork, jewellery, porcelain, furniture, and craftwork provides insight into the captivating culture of the Peranakans. Wonder through the bustling enclaves of Katong & Joo Chiat that showcase the rich and baroque Peranakan architecture. Admire rows of colorful traditional shop houses that date back to the 1920s and 1930s. A sampling of Nonya Delicacies completes the tour. (AB)

Mar 17 (Wed) Singapore/Bali
Transfer to airport for our flight to Bali. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel for check-in. (AB)

Mar 18 (Thu) Bali

We begin our sightseeing experience in Bali with a full day tour covering the countryside of Bali. First, enjoy a traditional Balinese Barong and Kris Dance at the Batubulan Village. Then, drive through the scenic countryside to Celuk, the silversmith capital of Bali with its mile long street, lined with silver jewelry factories and shops. Stop at Mas, a village specializing in woodcarvings. Continue to Ubud, famous for its painter’s community. After lunch, visit the historic Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) and Holy Spring at Tampak Siring before returning to our hotel. (AB/L)

Mar 19 (Fri) Bali
Today is free to enjoy the island, the resort, and beach. (AB)

Mar 20 (Sat) Bali
A free day for further exploration or relaxation. Tonight, join us for a farewell dinner with Balinese Performance at the hotel’s Cultural Theatre. (AB/D)

Mar 21 (Sun) Bali/hometown
Transfer to airport for our flight home. (AB)

Call Advantage International at 1-877-238-6843 for more information.