Wild Asia in Style

Arrive by direct flight from London Heathrow into the tropical warmth of Singapore, a dynamic and multicultural city that holds much to appeal to the modern traveller. Settle into your comfortable surroundings at the iconic Raffles Hotel, a historic colonial-era property that comes with exceptional service. Enjoy afternoon tea in the Tiffin Room and don’t miss a classic Singapore Sling cocktail in the Long Bar.

Dose up on sunshine and fresh air to combat jet lag with a visit to Gardens in the Bay, colourful displays of flora, fauna and architecture. Feed your senses with a variety of tastes from street food in hawker centres, delectable Chinese food in Chinatown to three Michelin-starred dining at French restaurant Odette. Find designer shopping on Orchard Road or even head to the beach, in just twenty minutes by taxi be sunbathing on sandy shores.

Feel the thrill of excitement as you awake to mist-soaked jungle views passing by your window as you sip coffee in bed. As the scenery becomes increasingly wild, note the train gradually slow to a halt; alight to experience Taman Negara National Park first hand – a 130-million-year-old tropical rainforest.

With a guide, explore the living jungle, gushing rivers and greenery-clad mountains, teeming with wildlife such as water buffalo, macaques, tapirs, hornbills and the rare and reclusive Malayan tiger. Choose how you want to experience the thriving forest – be it through the lens of a conservation photographer, discovering remote caves by e-bike or forest bathing and meditation. Back on-board, share tales of the day with your fellow passengers over a cocktail accompanied by the tinkle of the piano before another delectable fine dining experience.

As the train draws closer to Singapore, your adventure is far from over. With a seamless door-to-door transfer, head for tropical paradise via a ferry and scenic flight, allowing a bird’s eye view over a string of picture-perfect islands – and your home for the next week. Welcome to Bawah Reserve – in our opinion – one of the most spectacular island retreats in the world. Blessed with exotic beauty and wrapped by 15 ravishing beaches, its charm lies in its rustic-luxe design paired with excellent service and a lavish desert-island lifestyle, into which you’ll happily slot into.

Start the day with a breakfast of tropical fruit before a hike around the island to a breathtaking look out point or snorkel Bawah’s clear-as-gin waters, awash with parrotfish, clownfish and turtles. Spa treatments are included in your stay, helping you slip further into total relaxation. The driftwood-chic bungalows are comfortable and private, coming with extras like beach bags, snorkel kits, sun hats and ponchos, meaning you don’t need to think of a thing, although a butler service takes care of any additional whims. Dining on the beach is a joy, featuring innovative takes on seafood as are sundowners at the summit hideaway bar, showcasing spectacular views – the perfect spot to reflect on the remarkable journey you’ve taken.