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SUMMARY:Singapore to Bali
DESCRIPTION:Discover the eclectic vibrancy of Singapore\, the extraordinary biodiversity of Borneo and the compelling cultural mosaic of Indonesia’s spectacular archipelago. Travel with alumni and friends from May 2 to 18\, 2027 on this exciting adventure. \nBegin by spending two nights in Singapore before boarding the deluxe small ship\, Le Jacques Cartier\, for a 9-night cruise. Wrap up with a two-night stay in Bali. In lush rainforests\, witness an amazing array of wildlife\, including endangered species. Enjoy a guided walking safari of UNESCO-designated Komodo National Park\, home to the largest lizard on Earth\, the Komodo dragon. Explore Borneo’s unforgettable Tanjung Puting National Park from a river surrounded by tropical rainforest; look out for orangutans and proboscis monkeys in their natural habitat. Tour the bustling cities of Singapore and Denpasar\, and small villages where you’ll experience local culture\, learn about batik\, see acclaimed Balinese dancers and root for your favorites in a buffalo race! \nShared with travelers from cosponsoring associations\, please contact the Georgetown Travel Society at 866-525-8664 or GeorgetownTravelSociety@Georgetown.edu for more details and to confirm while choice accommodations are available\, or Request A Reservation online today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDates and Rates: \nDate Range: May 2 – 18\, 2027 \nDestination(s): Singapore\, Indonesia \nPrice Range: \nFrom $12\,795 – $21\,795 per person based on double occupancy. \nTraveling Solo? Single accommodations are available in select categories at 160% of the per person cabin fare plus taxes\, with limited availability. Single rates for all other categories are at 200% of the cabin fare\, plus taxes. Early Booking Savings still apply. (Cabin fare is the standard rate less taxes.) \nPort taxes are included in the above prices. Deck plans available upon request. \nDeposit: $2\,000 per person (https://www.gohagantravel.com/terms for complete terms and conditions) \nTrip Type: Cruise \nTrip Status:  Open for reservations –  Request a Reservation Today! \n  \nProgram Highlights: \n\nTravel to more remote spots in Indonesia’s archipelago\, featuring distinctive animals and wildlife\, on the exclusively chartered\, deluxe Le Jacques\n2-night hotel stay in Singapore\, 9-night cruise from Singapore to Bali\, and 2-night hotel stay in Bali\nExplore lush rainforests and witness an amazing array of wildlife\, including some endangered species.\nVisit UNESCO World Heritage site Komodo National Park\, Komodo\, Indonesia\, and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Tanjung Puting National Park\, Borneo\, Indonesia.\nIncluded meals | 4 receptions\, 13 breakfasts\, 10 lunches and 9 dinners.\n\n  \nProgram Itinerary* \nDay 1 | Depart Home City \nDepart your home city for Singapore. \nDay 2 | Cross the International Date Line \nFlights cross the International Date Line. \nDay 3 | Arrive in Singapore \nArrive at Singapore Changi International Airport in Singapore. Proceed through the immigration checkpoint to the baggage claim area and retrieve your luggage. After completing a customs screening\, Transfer to the deluxe St. Regis Singapore\, and check in. \nSettle in to the hotel. Make your own plans for lunch and spend the afternoon at your leisure. The Gohagan Travel Hospitality Desk stands ready with dining and sightseeing suggestions. \nJoin your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception at the hotel this evening\, then make your own plans for dinner. \nDay 4 | Singapore \nThis morning\, take a guided walking tour to discover Singapore’s old and new world\, where diverse cultures meld together and come alive. The city’s skyline is a mesmerizing sight\, a symphony of glass and steel towers that shimmer in the sunlight. Juxtaposed with modern Singapore\, the city-state’s colonial architecture\, prevalent from the early 19th century through the mid-20th century\, pays homage to the country’s rich heritage. Its captivating blend of European and Asian influences reflects its history as a British colony. Stately facades\, wrought-iron balconies and columns are a few of the features that distinguish the colonial buildings. \nEthnic neighborhoods\, including Kampong Glam (the Muslim quarter)\, Little India and Chinatown\, attest to Singapore’s multicultural heritage. Stroll to Kampong Glam and stop to admire the quiet majesty of Sultan Mosque\, also known as Masjid Sultan\, one of Singapore’s most prominent and historically significant mosques. The mosque’s architectural style is an exquisite blend of Islamic\, Malay and Moorish design. The large\, stunning golden dome\, adorned with crescent moons\, is visible from a distance and adds to the mosque’s grandeur. Two tall minarets provide aesthetic interest and serve as call-to-prayer towers. Explore the quarter’s colorful food eateries and shops selling batiks\, carpets\, baskets and perfumes. \nNext\, immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of Little India\, where sari shops overflow with textiles and the air is filled with the scent of aromatic spices and fresh flowers. Explore Tekka Centre\, a bustling microcosm of Indian culture\, with its market brimming with vendors selling fresh produce\, authentic Indian cuisine\, textiles and fabrics\, jewelry\, Indian music and art. Peruse the stalls and sample authentic foods. In Chinatown\, see the vivid decor of vibrant reds and golds\, intricate architectural details and lanterns hanging overhead\, creating a captivating atmosphere. Wander among ornate temples\, traditional teahouses and street markets selling oriental arts\, crafts\, antiques\, foodstuffs and Chinese medicinal herbs. \nEnjoy lunch on your own and free time to continue exploring this afternoon. Please consult the Gohagan Travel Hospitality Desk for inspiration and ideas. Make your own plans for dinner tonight. \nDay 5 | Singapore | Embark \nAfter breakfast this morning\, enjoy leisure time in Singapore at your own pace. For your comfort and convenience\, late check-out has been arranged\, allowing you to remain in your rooms until the afternoon transfer for embarkation. You will be provided with a dining credit to use at a hotel restaurant of your choice for lunch. Then transfer to the Singapore Pier and embark the deluxe Ponant Le Jacques Cartier and settle in. \nOnce on board\, attend a Gohagan & Company welcome briefing and lifeboat drill. \nWelcome Reception: Join your fellow travelers for the Welcome Reception and Dinner on board this evening. Raise a glass to your amazing adventure! \nDay 6 | Day at Sea \nWake this morning to breakfast and stunning views as you spend a day cruising. Relax and enjoy some of the ship’s many luxury amenities as we sail east to the Java Sea toward Borneo\, Indonesia. \nDay 7 | Day at Sea \nAnother day of pampered luxury and gorgeous views. Maybe you’d like to work out in the gym or take a dip in the pool? Enjoy a lecture and three delicious meals today. \nDay 8 | Tanjung Puting National Park\, Borneo Indonesia \nToday you will have a five-hour excursion in Tanjung Puting National Park\, either during the morning or afternoon. \nPrepare to see orangutans\, and possibly long-nosed proboscis monkeys\, as you explore the Tanjung Puting National Park\, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Board a Zodiac boat that will carry you through the river jungle. This renowned and biodiverse national park is celebrated for its stunning rainforests\, unique wildlife and conservation efforts\, particularly for the critically endangered Bornean orangutans. Float through the tropical rainforest to see these fascinating primates for a truly thrilling and memorable experience. \nYou will have both lunch and dinner on board today. \nDay 9 | Pulau Bawean \nAfter breakfast on board\, disembark for today’s excursion. \n  \nPulau Bawean. Discover the tiny Indonesian island of Bawean\, off the coast of Java. Venture to Lake Kastoba\, a caldera lake featuring clear water and beautiful views. Look out for Bawean deer\, a species only found on this island. \nReturn to the ship and enjoy a tasty lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing on board. \nDay 10 | Probolinggo \nAfter breakfast on board\, disembark for an excursion in Probolinggo. \nMt. Bromo. Travel to one of the most active volcanoes in Indonesia and an important pilgrimage site for Hindus. Mt. Bromo and its volcanic complex was created some 820\,000 years ago. Towering at more than 7\,641 feet and surrounded by a sea of sand\, the volcano is located within Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. On-site\, learn about the geological development of the area and its cultural and spiritual significance. \nReturn to the ship and tuck in to a delicious lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing on board. \nDay 11 | Day at Sea \nWake this morning to breakfast and stunning views as you spend a day cruising. Relax and enjoy some of the ship’s many luxury amenities as we sail toward Komodo Island. \nDay 12 | Loh Liang & Pulau Padar\, Komodo Island \nThis morning after an early breakfast\, disembark for a walking safari. \nVisit the Komodo National Park\, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a protected area\, for an illuminating walking safari with a park ranger and naturalist guide. The park encompasses several islands and is celebrated for its stunning landscapes\, diverse marine life\, terrestrial biodiversity\, and its most famous residents\, the Komodo dragons. These formidable reptiles\, known as ora in the local language\, are Earth’s largest lizard — growing up to 10 feet in length and weighing up to 300 pounds — and they are the top predators in their ecosystem. Komodo National Park is home to various other wildlife\, including deer\, wild boars\, water buffaloes\, macaques and a rich bird population. Marine life is equally diverse\, with numerous fish\, turtles and dolphins in the waters. Walk the beach\, looking for sightings of the stealthy Komodo dragon in its only natural habitat in the world. \nReturn to the ship and enjoy a tasty lunch as the ship sails to Pulau Padar. \nPulau Padar. This afternoon\, discover the third-largest island within the Komodo National Park. Famous for its breathtaking vistas\, Padar is the only island in the world with white\, black and pink sand beaches. On a guided walk\, take in the rugged hills and learn about the island’s unique flora and fauna. \nPlease note\, the order of today’s excursions may change\, with a visit to Pulau Padar in the morning and Komodo National Park in the afternoon. \nDay 13 | Badas\, Sumbawa \nThis morning after breakfast\, disembark for an excursion in Sumbawa. \n  \nTravel to Pamulung village by motorcoach for an exclusive cultural experience. After the head of the local village welcomes you\, you will observe local traditions in action. Watch villagers in the act of rice pounding\, often done using large wooden or stone mortars and pestles. The rice is placed in the mortar\, and a heavy wooden or stone pestle is used to crush the grains. This pounding action helps remove the remaining husks and bran layers from the rice. Also observe the traditional textile art of weaving that has been practiced for centuries. Each region in Indonesia has its unique weaving techniques\, patterns and motifs. Then\, experience the thrill of an exciting Sumbawa buffalo race\, also known as Pacu Jawi\, a centuries-old tradition that is deeply ingrained in the culture of the Sumbawanese people. In the unique and exhilarating cultural spectacle\, pairs of water buffalo are harnessed together and guided by jockeys who ride on small wooden sleds. The jockeys use their bare hands and feet to balance on the wooden sleds as the charging buffaloes pull them. Buffalo racing is not just a sporting event but a cultural celebration. \nReturn to the ship for lunch and a relaxing afternoon on board. \nJoin your fellow travelers for a Farewell Reception and Dinner on board the ship this evening. \nDay 14 | Benoa\, Bali Indonesia | Disembark | Bali \nFollowing breakfast\, disembark in Bali. Head off on this morning’s excursion as your luggage is transported to the hotel. \nDenpasar Tour: Tour the bustling capital and gateway city to the Indonesian province of Bali. Stop to visit the Bali Museum\, also known as the Museum Negeri Propinsi Bali\, one of the island’s primary repositories of Balinese art\,culture and history. Built in the style of temples and pagodas\, it houses thousands of artifacts\, masks and weaponry dating from the Mesolithic Age. Next\, visit Jagatnatha Temple\, the largest Hindu temple in the city and a spiritually significant symbol of Bali’s deep-rooted Hindu traditions. Take note of the grand entrance gate\, adorned with intricate stone carvings depicting scenes from Hindu epics; the tiered pagodas\, or merus\, that showcase Balinese temple architecture and craftsmanship; the pristine\, white sand courtyard evoking purity and serenity; and the many sacred statues of Hindu deities. \nStop at Tohpati village\, where you can observe traditional Balinese hand weaving and batik making\, tour galleries and purchase some textile crafts. \nTransfer to the deluxe Ritz-Carlton Bali and check in. Lunch is included today at the hotel. \nFree Time: Spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. Make your own plans for dinner tonight. \nDay 15 | Bali \nAfter breakfast at the hotel this morning\, spend your last day in Bali exploring independently. Make your own plans for lunch and dinner\, and visit sights that appeal to you. The Gohagan Travel Hospitality Desk stands ready with dining and sightseeing recommendations. \nJoin your fellow travelers for a Farewell Reception at the hotel this evening. Bid Selamat Jalan (Have a nice journey!) to your newfound friends after your Southeast Asian adventure! \nDay 16 | Bali | Return to Home City \nThis morning\, breakfast is provided at the hotel. You will check out and transfer to the Denpasar International Airport for your return flight home. Check-out time is noon\, but if your flight departs later than that\, you can arrange to use hotel services during the day. Make your own plans for lunch today. More details about airport transfers will be forthcoming. \nDay 17 | Arrive in Home City \nWelcome Home! \nNot included:
 Airfare; Taxes; passport fees; visas and fees for obtaining visas; personal expenses such as laundry and telephone calls; accident/sickness\, trip cancellation\, and baggage insurance; gratuities to ship and hotel personnel; optional sightseeing excursions; excess baggage charges on aircraft; local departure air taxes; airfare and associated local taxes*\, airport facility taxes and federal inspection fees not listed in the “terms and conditions” at https://www.gohagantravel.com/terms/ ; transfers and baggage handling to/from airport/hotel on day(s) of arrival and/or departure if you are arriving earlier or later and/or departing earlier or later that scheduled group transfer(s); meals and and alcoholic beverages not listed as included; and all other services not specifically mentioned. \n*Current at time of publication. Itineraries are subject to change. Please check with us or our tour operator for any updates.
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