Connoisseurs Experience

Dec 1, 2018 Ubud (B/L)
See more of Bali’s legendary natural beauty as we embark on a full-day
excursion to the “magical” northwest, where terraced rice fields and river-sculpted
valleys forge dramatic, unforgettable landscapes. First stop
at the 15th century UNESCO site of Taman Ayun, one of Bali’s most important
temples. Standing in the water surrounded by a moat, the temple
features incomparable historic architecture. Continue to Ulun Danu,
a major Hindu temple on the shores of volcanic Bratan Lake. Then enjoy
a feast for the senses at Candi Kuning market, where you see and sample
some of Bali’s exotic tropical fruits. This afternoon visit Jatiluwih Rice
Field Terraces, one of Bali’s most beautiful areas, a UNESCO Cultural
Landscape, and take an hour-long walk through the rice fields as you
learn about the time honored irrigation system practiced here.
Dec 2, 2018 Ubud (B/D)
Full day at leisure to pursue your own interest. You may want to visit
the Ubud Market on your own, or join one of the optional tours such as
Sunrise Trekking of Batur Volcano or Yoga - Awakening Inner Power at
Five Element to learn how to attain and maintain good health, and enjoy
a long and fulfilling life.
Tonight’s dinner features a traditional Balinese dance performance.
Dec 3, 2018 Ubud - Seminyak (B)
Depart from Ubud to Seminyak and visit Goa Gajah, or Elephant Cave,
a special and spiritual place for meditation. We will also meet Ida Bagus
Alit Kencana Putra, the most important a Balinese astrology to learn
about Pawukon calendar and Balinese astrology.
Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak or similar
Dec 4, 2018
All day at leisure.
Seminyak, Bali (B)
Dec 5, 2018 Bali - Singapore (B)
Transfer from your hotel in Seminyak to the airport and fly to Singapore.
On arrival, you are met and transferred to the hotel.
Orchard Hotel or similar
Dec 6, 2018 Singapore (B/L)
Start our day with a drive passing by the Padang, Singapore Cricket Club,
historic Parliament House and the National Gallery Singapore converted
from the former Supreme Court Building and the City Hall. Visit the
Merlion Park, enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay and Esplanade
Theatres from a distance. Walk towards the Raffles Landing Site and
learn about how Singapore become a vital trading centre for the Far East.
Discover the city’s colonial history as we walk past bronze sculptures
erected along the river. From Kucinta Cats to River Merchants, each
sculptures depict a scene of a long-gone era. On to the bustling enclaves
of Katong & Joo Chiat that showcases the rich and baroque Peranakan
architecture, visit a Peranakan store for a sampling of Nonya Delicacies.
Enjoy lunch at Lau Pa Sat, blends history, striking architecture and
scrumptious local food into one heady experience.
Afternoon, we tour the Little India and stroll along narrow pathways
where the air is filled with the scent of joss sticks, jasmine and spices.
Step into the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple, this iconic landmark in the
heart of Little India has fascinating stories to tell of colonial Singapore.
Conclude our day at the Raffles Hotel where you can taste Singapore’s
very own concoction, “the Singapore Sling” on own.
Dec 7, 2018 Singapore (B/L)
The art of fengshui or geomancy is alive
and thriving in modern Singapore,
where it has inspired life and architecture
over the years. Begin with a visit to
the Singapore River, where Singapore’s
early fortunes began to see how feng
shui principles were incorporated into
the building landscapes to activate the
auspicious qi (positive energies). Listen
as your guide explains concepts such as
the Azure Dragon and White Tiger and
their influence on major buildings, visit
a popular feng shui gallery to learn how
to strategically place items in your house
or office to help engender good health,
harmony, wealth and career success. Stop at Suntec City, home to the
largest fountain in the world and learn why water, or “shui,” symbolizes
wealth and fortune.
Afternoon is free for your to visit the National Orchid Garden, within the
Singapore Botanic Gardens, which boasts a colourful display of 60,000
orchid plants, with 400 species and more than 2,000 hybrids represented,
or Gardens by the Bay, a showpiece of horticulture and garden artistry
that presents the plant kingdom in a whole new way, with plants
seldom seen in this part of the world, ranging from species in cool, temperate
climates to tropical forests and habitats.
Dec 8, 2018 Singapore (B)
Transfer to the airport or cruise terminal for your onward journey.
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