Food, Culture & Romance in Singapore & Indonesia

(14 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Singapore, Nusa Dua or Jimbaran Bay, Sumba Island, Ubud

This ultimate private tour features the most interesting cultural and culinary highlights of Singapore and Bali with ample time to relax along the pristine beaches of Bali and Sumba islands. This tour can be fully customized to include wellness and spiritual experiences and activities, reservations at the best restaurants in Singapore and exclusive private dining experiences on Bali and Sumba.

Begin in the tropical city of Singapore. During private touring with an expert guide, experience unique cultural heritage in Little India, Chinatown, Kampong Glam, Joo Chiat and other dynamic neighborhoods. Browse bustling local food markets and the best food hawker centers, sample local culinary specialties, visit the most interesting Chinese and Hindu temples, and learn about Peranakan culture and cuisine. Explore amazing contemporary architecture and design highlights such as the Marina Bay Sands complex and Gardens by the Bay, a wonderland of theme gardens, waterways and "supertrees." Also see traditional shophouses and Chinese Baroque architecture, as well as British colonial-era black-and-white buildings in the Historic District.

Other options include visiting the beautiful Botanic Gardens and National Orchid Garden, touring Mandai Bird Paradise, or exploring the Southern Ridges, including the elevated forest walk and Henderson Waves, an architecturally striking pedestrian walkway that offers visitors amazing views of Singapore's skyline, parks and islands. For travelers interested in art, touring can also include Singapore's top art galleries and museums such as the National Gallery Singapore, Asian Civilisations Museum, Peranakan Museum, National Museum of Singapore or Museum of Contemporary Arts.

One day, enjoy a culinary tasting tour, and upon request, reservations for Asian-influenced afternoon tea at the legendary Raffles Hotel and meals at top restaurants around the city can be confirmed. Additional culinary experiences and activities can be arranged upon request.

Fly to Bali and stay in Jimbaran Bay or Nusa Dua. Enjoy flexible touring with a private guide and driver, including temples such as Pura Tanah Lot and Pura Taman Ayun, time to browse upscale boutiques in Seminyak, and other highlights such as a visit to a local turtle conservation center. Also enjoy time at leisure to relax at your resort. One evening, attend a Kecak dance performance at the cliffside temple of Pura Luhur Uluwatu.

Next, fly to Sumba, an island known for its beautiful landscapes and traditional culture, for a stay at the exclusive Nihi Sumba beach resort. During flexible private touring, learn about Sumbanese culture and customs, visit traditional villages, see megalithic burial sites, explore beautiful landscapes and browse crafts markets. Upon request, we can also arrange private cooking classes, philanthropic experiences and soft-adventure activities such as horseback riding, fishing, hiking and stand up paddleboarding. This tour also includes ample leisure time to enjoy Nihi Sumba's many facilities and on-site activities.

Conclude in Ubud, the cultural heart of Bali, and stay at one of Bali's top luxury resorts. With your private guide and driver, tour the region according to your interests: visit local artisan villages and the workshops of noted artists and craftsmen; peruse a local outdoor food market; visit the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary; see the incredible architecture at Green Village; explore Ubud's most interesting museums and art galleries; tour Balinese water palaces and important temples such as Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) and Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu; meet with a Balinese healer or spiritual leader; attend local festivals; and venture into the highlands to Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, Kintamani and villages along the slopes of Mount Batur. One evening, attend a Balinese dance performance at Ubud's royal palace.

During free time, enjoy the town's many cafes and boutiques, and take advantage of your private plunge pool and the resort spa. Artisans of Leisure can also arrange additional activities in the region, such as river rafting, hiking to beautiful waterfalls such as Sekumpul, biking through the countryside, local craft workshops and cooking classes.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrive Singapore VIP arrival assistance. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 3 nights Day 2 Singapore Full-day private cultural and culinary tour Day 3 Singapore Full-day private cultural and culinary tour Day 4 Singapore – Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia – Jimbaran Bay or Nusa Dua Private transfer to airport for VIP departure assistance and flight (not included) to Bali. VIP airport assistance upon arrival. Private arrival transfer to resort for 2 nights Day 5 Jimbaran Bay or Nusa Dua Morning flexible cultural touring. Afternoon at leisure at beach resort until evening Kecak dance performance and temple visit Day 6 Jimbaran Bay or Nusa Dua – Denpasar – Sumba Island Private airport transfer for flight to Sumba. Private arrival transfer to resort for 4 nights Day 7 Sumba Island Day at leisure to enjoy resort facilities Day 8 Sumba Island Day at leisure to enjoy resort facilities Day 9 Sumba Island Day at leisure to enjoy resort facilities Day 10 Sumba Island – Denpasar, Bali – Ubud Private airport transfer for flight to Bali. Private arrival transfer to resort for 4 nights, with touring en route Day 11 Ubud & environs Full-day private tour of Ubud and surrounding region Day 12 Ubud Morning market visit and private cooking lesson. Afternoon flexible touring Day 13 Ubud Morning cultural touring or activity such as meeting with a Balinese healer, hiking, whitewater rafting, biking or shopping. Afternoon at leisure Day 14 Ubud – Depart Denpasar Private airport transfer. VIP departure assistance

Hotels

Singapore: Raffles Hotel Singapore, Marina Bay Sands or Fullerton Bay Hotel Jimbaran Bay or Nusa Dua: Four Seasons Jimbaran Bay or The St. Regis Bali Sumba Island: Nihi Sumba Ubud: Mandapa Ritz Carlton or Capella Ubud

Cost

$32,795 Per person (double occupancy)