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Between skylines and jungle paths – Diepresse.com

Between skylines and jungle paths – Diepresse.com


Singapore, Borneo and Kuala Lumpur. A journey through Southeast Asia that combines urban dynamics, tropical wilderness and cultural depth into a multifaceted experience between contrast and harmony.

A journey through Southeast Asia combines contrasts and culture: in Singapore, modern architecture and colonial legacy meet, accompanied by first -class cuisine. Unique animal encounters and traditional cultures in the midst of spectacular nature are waiting for Borneo. The conclusion is Kuala Lumpur with historical sites and colorful markets.

Travel course

Day 1: You fly from Vienna via Abu Dhabi to Singapore.

Day 2: After your arrival in Singapore, explore the first highlights like Little India, Chinatown and Merlion Park. After visiting the Botanic Gardens, you enjoy lunch and check in at the Swissôtel The Stamford. The day ends with an exclusive dinner in the star restaurant Jaan with a view of Marina Bay.

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The Singapore skyline with the striking Marina Bay Sands stands for futuristic architecture and urban shine.Dreamstime

Day 3: An eventful day in Singapore leads from a visit to the market and a tea ceremony to Dim Sum to lunch to Marina Bay Sands Skypark and the « Garden by the Bay ». A Singapore Sling in the Raffles Hotel and a boat trip on the Singapore River round off the program.

Day 4: At lunchtime they continue to Sandakan on Borneo, a coastal city with a relaxed atmosphere and ideal starting point for animal and nature observations. After arriving in the evening you will be greeted by your tour guide and brought to the hotel.

Day 5: After breakfast, visit the Sepilok orangutan Center and watch the apes in their natural environment. Then you will get to know the endangered sun bears in the Sun Bear Conservation Center. After lunch, walk through the Rainforest Discovery Center. The day ends with dinner in a local restaurant.

Day 6: Today visit the Labuk Bay Sanctuary and watch the unique nose monkeys in the mangrove forests. Then drive through rural Sabah to Sukau Rainforest Lodge on the Kinabatangan River. In the afternoon you take a first boat safari through the species -rich rainforest.

The colorful rhino bird is one of the most symbolic bird species Borneos. Shutter stick

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The colorful rhino bird is one of the most symbolic bird species Borneos.Shutter stick

Day 7: Early in the morning they break up on another boat tour on the Kinabatangan River and the Kelenanap Lake-a paradise for animal and bird observations. After a short jungle hike, return to the lodge for breakfast. The day is free, another boat trip awaits you in the evening.

Day 8: Today she takes you to the highlands in Ranau. On the way you will experience a traditional fish massage in the river in campaign. In the afternoon you can reach your hotel and enjoy peace in the middle of gentle hilly landscape.

Day 9: At the foot of Mount Kinabalu, an impressive flora awaits you in the national park. After a stop at the Nabalu market you can reach Kota Kinabalu, where you relax with sea views in the stylish Hyatt Regency.

Day 10: A boat takes you to the tropical island of Manukan with white beaches, clear water and colorful underwater world – perfect for snorkeling, bathing or relaxing. After a barbecue by the sea, we go back to Kota Kinabalu in the afternoon.

The cultural village gives a lively insight into the traditions of the indigenous peoples of Sarawak. Dreamstime

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The cultural village gives a lively insight into the traditions of the indigenous peoples of Sarawak.Dreamstime

Day 11: Embedded in the rainforest, move into your room in the Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa. In the afternoon you explore the impressive long and deer caves. With a little luck, you will experience the spectacular excursion of the bats at the sunset.

Day 12: After a boat tour to the caves of the Mulu national park, enjoy a picnic on the river and visit the Penan village of Batu Bungan. The day ends relaxed in the resort.

Day 13: You go to Kuching by flight, the charming capital of Sarawak with colonial flair and multicultural life. After a first tour of the city, you can enjoy a joint seafood dinner in the evening.

Day 14: After breakfast, set off by boat to the Bako National Park, where you can discover nasal monkeys, warana and exotic plants on a hike through diverse landscapes. After a simple lunch in the park, you go back to the hotel in the afternoon.

Day 15: In the morning you visit the Orangutan Center in Semenggoh and the Sarawak Cultural Village with traditional music, dance and craft. Then return to the hotel.

Kuala Lumpur is a city full of contrasts in which modern towers, colorful markets and temples are harmonious. Shutter stick

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Kuala Lumpur is a city full of contrasts in which modern towers, colorful markets and temples are harmonious.Shutter stick

Day 16: They fly to Kuala Lumpur, a city full of contrasts between modernity and tradition. After check-in in the stylish Hotel The Ruma with Rooftop pool and Spa, the rest of the day is at your disposal.

Day 17: You start the day with a visit to the Batu Caves before discovering Highlights on a city tour of Kuala Lumpurs-from the Sultan Abdul-Samad building to the Petronas Towers. The end is an atmospheric farewell dinner.

Day 18: The last day is free. Thanks to late check-out, enjoy the comfort of the hotel until the evening airport transfer.

Day 19: Arrival in Vienna.

Travel date and prices p. P.

19.09. – 07.10.2025
DZ from 7790 euros*
EZ from 9990,- Euro **

With « press » club discount
* DZ from 7590 euros
** EZ from 9790 euros

Including services

  • Flights from/to Vienna via Abu Dhabi to Singapore and Retour by Kuala Lumpur
  • Flights Singapore – Sandakan, Kota Kinabalu – Mulu – Kuching – Kuala Lumpur
  • 2 nights in the 5* Swissôtel The Stamford in Singapore
  • 11 nights in hot or upscale hotels, 1 night in the 3* hotel on Borneo
  • 2 nights in the 5* The Ruma Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur including late check-out on the day of departure
  • 10 lunch and 9 dinner

Highlights of your trip

  • Multicultural metropolises Singapore and Kuala Lumpur
  • Borneo’s animal world up close
  • Gigantic cave systems in the Mulu National Park
  • River safaris on the Kinabatangan
  • Gourmet dinner in the 2-star restaurant « Jaan by Kirk Westaway »

Info & booking

Every trip begins with a good conversation. Personal advice to the Reisecke specialists from Columbus Reisen at the University Ring 8 in Vienna or on Tel. 0800 560 080, by email to Service@Reisethek.at or on reisethek.at

Organizer: Columbus Reisen GmbH & Co KG, Universitätsring 8, 1010 Vienna, GISA number 25378955. Deposit 20 % (at the earliest 11 months before the end of the trip), remaining payment 20 days before the start of the trip. Insolvency protection: Bank guarantee at Raiffeisen Bank International AG (Am Stadtpark 9, 1030 Vienna, Tel.: 01/71707-0), handling: AWP P&C SA, branch for Austria, Pottendorferstraße 23–25, 1120 Vienna, Tel.: +43 1 52503-0, Service@Allianz assistance.at). Claims are to be made to the handling within 8 weeks. The general travel conditions (ARB 1992) of the specialist association of the travel agency IDG F., taking into account the package travel law (PRG; if individual clauses of the Arb are in contradiction, are in contrast, those of the PRG are) and ours http://www.reisethek.at/datenschutz available data protection declaration. Subject to printing and sentence errors.



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