Eastern & Oriental Express Rail Journey & the Singapore Grand Prix

On arrival, your private transfer whisks you to The Ritz‑Carlton Millenia—an oasis of art, architecture and sweeping city panoramas. Settle into your elegant Elevated Kallang Room and enjoy a leisurely afternoon, easing into Singapore’s sophisticated rhythm before your Grand Prix weekend begins. This really is a city of many faces, from the ultra-modern Supertrees in the Gardens by the Bay to the cultural hotspots of China Town and Little India. Be sure to head to one of the city's famed hawker markets for a taste of a city known to have one of the most vibrant and varied food scenes in Asia.

Stay: Ritz-Carlton Millenia

Your Grand Prix experience unfolds in true style with exclusive access to Lounge@Turn 3. This fully air‑conditioned hospitality suite offers gourmet cuisine, complimentary wines, beers and soft drinks, plus live race feeds and a private bar for relaxed viewing between track moments. Just steps away, your dedicated Turn 3 Premier Grandstand seats offer superb views of the critical overtaking zone as cars brake to 90 km/h before accelerating down Republic Boulevard. Wider seating, executive washrooms and effortless movement between lounge and track elevate your comfort throughout the event. You'll also enjoy full access to all Marina Bay Street Circuit zones—including the Padang Stage concerts.

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Stay: Ritz-Carlton Millenia

After a free morning to explore Singapore at your own pace, a private transfer escorts you to the station to join the iconic green‑and‑cream carriages of the Eastern & Oriental Express. Settle into your chic Pullman Cabin as the train glides through the Malaysian countryside. Enjoy afternoon tea against a backdrop of emerald landscapes before a gourmet dinner and elegant evening entertainment in the Dining Car.

You wake to breakfast served as the train travels along the enchanting Jungle Railway, revealing some of Malaysia’s most untouched wilderness. After lunch, you disembark at Merapoh for explorations in Taman Negara, a 130‑million‑year‑old rainforest rich in wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Here, you choose the experience that resonates with you: tracking the habitat of the critically endangered Malayan tiger with expert conservationists; joining a nature photographer for a creative immersion into the rainforest’s hidden details; cycling by e‑bike through striking cave systems; or embracing a restorative wellness journey of forest bathing, sunrise yoga and sound meditation. Later, you return to the train for lunch and a serene afternoon, followed by another exquisite dinner.

After breakfast, you cross to Penang Island for a day that celebrates Malaysia’s cultural richness. Art enthusiasts can explore George Town’s Old Quarter on the back of a Vespa, meeting local artists in their studios and uncovering the district’s vibrant architectural history. Food lovers may prefer a culinary adventure, beginning with market visits to procure spices and ingredients before learning to prepare distinctive Peranakan dishes. Alternatively, you may explore independently, using a tri‑shaw, driver and map to wander through the city’s colourful streets at your own pace.

You return to the train at Butterworth for lunch and a restful afternoon, perhaps with a pampering session at the Dior Spa, before continuing to Ipoh. There, you may enjoy a stroll through the city’s charming colonial avenues and contemporary art scene before returning to the train for a celebratory final evening of exceptional cuisine and entertainment.

Your final morning aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express begins with a leisurely breakfast as the train glides through the green landscapes of Johor. Soon, you cross the strait back into Singapore, where you'll arrive at around 10:20am. A private transfer will then see you to the airport for your journey home, bringing your remarkable adventure—filled with thrilling racing moments, wild landscapes and refined luxury—to a close.