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South-East Asia Itinerary
September - December 2019
Contents
– Your First Semester
– Why South-East Asia?
– Visa Requirements
– Vaccinations
– Your Journey
– Chiang Mai, Thailand
– What To Do in Chiang Mai
– Road Trip: Chiang Mai to Da Nang
– Da Nang, Vietnam
– What To Do in Da Nang
– Road Trip: Da Nang to Kuala Lumpur
– Kuala Lumpur
– What to do in Kuala Lumpur
– Road Trip: Kuala Lumpur to Singapore
– Singapore
– What To Do in Singapore
– The Semester End
Wrapped in rainforests, edged by golden sands, crowned by
volcanoes, studded with ruins of lost civilisations; your Global
Grad experience will start in South-East Asia. The backpacking
trail through Southeast Asia is well worn and very backpacker
friendly making it the perfect place for first time travellers.
Your First Semester
Why South-East Asia?
Budget friendly:
A very budget friendly place to live and travel.
A budget that might only last one month back
home in Europe could stretch several months
here. When it’s cheaper to eat out than even
trying to cook, you can fully embrace and enjoy
your stay without worrying about your wallet.
The rich and diverse cultures:
Asia has rich and diverse cultures and immersing
yourself in them is a life-changing experience.
Whether it is architecture, art or food, Asian
cultures are always awe-inspiring. You won’t
run out of sights to see or an attraction to
experience in Asia, because you never know
what you might find on the next street corner.
Easy to travel:
One of the easiest places in the world to travel.
Scores of budget airlines and well established
bus and train networks make it easy to get
around. There is a strong infrastructure set
up to help foreign travellers book tickets
and get from one place to another.
WiFi everywhere:
A very technology friendly place with fast and
reliable WiFi offered nearly everywhere enabling
you to easily connect with your university tutors
and access your online studies without hassle.
Language skills:
Having the basic conversational skills in a more
exotic language makes a statement: you’re
willing and able to learn niche skills and develop
your portfolio creatively and ambitiously.
Deep history:
A place of deep history, this was the stomping
ground of some of the oldest civilizations
of the world, from the Angkor to the Javans
and the Champa. This region also has a lot
of modern history worth exploring; a very
rich culture with so many different traditions,
languages, lifestyles, fashions, beliefs and
customs to immerse yourself in and explore,
all within a relatively small geographic area.
The people:
Beaming smiles, bountiful waves
and the warmest of welcomes await
you. You will be spoilt by the region’s
unrivalled service and hospitality.
Visa Requirements
Vaccinations You are responsible for arranging any
vaccinations that you may require for your
travels. Global Grad advises you to visit
your local GP at least 6 weeks prior to
going away to check whether you need any
vaccinations and/or preventative measures
(e.g. Malaria Tablets) for your travels. Certain
Vaccinations are free on the NHS.
To find out more, please visit
Masta Travel Health Website
Link: www.masta-travel-health.com
** For most accurate and thorough
advice, please visit your local GP.
• For more information on Thailand
health advice please visit:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-
advice/thailand/health
• For more information on Vietnam
health advice please visit:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-
advice/vietnam/health
• For more information on Singapore
health advice please visit:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-
advice/singapore/health
Your passport should be valid for a minimum
period of 6 months from the date of entry
into all countries. You are responsible for
ensuring that you have the correct visa
to enter each country you plan to visit.
• The only visa you will need to organise prior to
your travels, is your visa for Vietnam. This is due
to your stay amounting to more than 15 days.
• British passport holders will need
to obtain the following visa:
Tourist - Single Entry - 30 Day - EVISA
• You can obtain this visa either directly from the
Embassy of Vietnam or via The Visa Machine:
Website: www.thevisamachine.com
Hanoi
VientianeChiang Mai
Da Nang
Nha Trang
Ho Chi Minh City
Mekong Delta
Siem Reap
Koh Rong
Surat ThaniKoh Samui
Chenderoh LakeCameron Highlands
Melaka
Khao Sok
George Town
Rangoon
Bangkok
Phnom Penh
Kuala Lumpur
Singapore
L A O S
M Y A N M A R( B U R M A )
C H I N A
C A M B O D I A
T H A I L A N D
M A L A Y S I A
I N D O N E S I A
V I E T N A M
G u l f o fT h a i l a n d
A n d a m a nS e a
S o u t hC h i n aS e a
Chiang Mai, Thailand --- > Da Nang, Vietnam
--> Kuala Lumpur, Malysia --- > Singapore
Your first semester is 15 weeks long, you will enjoy
living and studying in our four Global Grad study
hub locations, Chiang Mai in Thailand, Da Nang in
Vietnam, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia and Singapore, as
well as going on 2x 14 day Global Grad road trips.
Global Grad shall be hosting online webinars to answer
any questions you may have before your first semester.
Approximate start date of semester:
Sunday 1st September: Fly out of the UK and arrive in
Chiang Mai, Thailand on Monday 2nd September
It will be your responsibility to ensure you catch your
flight from the UK to Chiang Mai, there won’t be a Global
Grad member of staff flying with you. However, you
can arrange to meet up with the other Global Grads
and we will be waiting for you upon your arrival.
Your Journey
What To Do in Chiang Mai
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep:
Overlooking the city from its mountain
throne, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of
northern Thailand’s most sacred temples.
Elephant Nature sanctuary:
A beautiful place where rescued elephants
are taken great care of. You have the
opportunity to feed the gentle giants, bath
them in the mud, before washing them in
the river. An unforgettable experience!
Cooking classes:
The best place in the whole country to
do a cooking course. You’ll get to cook
traditional Thai dishes such as Tom Yam
soup with shrimps, the famous Pad Thai, a
yummy Panang curry and some sticky rice.
You’ll also learn how to set a wok on fire.
Spend the night in a Karen Hill tribe:
Before reaching the unique village, you’ll
be at one with nature as you enjoy an
adventurous trek for a good 5 hours
through the jungle. You can swim in the
river and see some incredible waterfalls!
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai is a city in mountainous northern Thailand.
It is a blissfully calm and laid-back place to relax and
enjoy life. Get involved in a vast array of activities, or
just stroll around the backstreets, and discover a city
that is still firmly Thai in its atmosphere and attitude.
On arrival you will be greeted at the airport
by your Location Managers; you will be driven
to your accomodation by shuttle bus.
You will be shown to your accommodation before having
a group meeting with your Location Managers. The
meeting will cover the semester itinerary in detail, answer
any questions and allow us to get to know each other.
You can settle into your accommodation, get to
know Chiang Mai and freshers week can begin.
The Location Managers will arrange various activities and
events for you and the other Global Grads to get involved
in during your first week. Optional group activities will
also be organised throughout your time in Chiang Mai.
For the following few weeks you will enjoy living, studying
and travelling around Chiang Mai before departing to
your next location on the first Global Grad road trip.
Chiang Mai Fact File
The currency used in
Thailand is Thai Baht.
£1 = 43 Thai Baht (August 2018)
Average costs in Chiang Mai:
Accommodation - £7 to £10 per night
Beer (0.5L) - £1.47
Dinner - £1.55
Coffee - £1.70
Coca Cola (0.3L) - 0.31p
Other exciting cities that are
easy to access from Chiang Mai:
• Pai, Thailand
• Chiang Rai, Thailand
• Bangkok, Thailand
• Naypyidaw, Myanmar
• Yangon, Myanmar
• Luang Prabang, Laos
• Vientiane, Laos
• Hanoi, Vietnam
• Kunming, China
Chiang Mai to Da Nang
Day 1 Day 2
Travelling through Cambodia- 14 Day Road Trip
Before departing, a group meeting will be held
with your Location Managers in preparation for
the road trip. There will be the option for you to
send the belongings that you don’t want to take
on the road trip, these will get safely transported
to Da Nang by our Global Grad Team. Your
belongings will be waiting for you upon arrival.
Thursday 26th September - Board
an overnight sleeper bus of 10 hours
from Chiang Mai to Bangkok.
Friday 27th September - Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, is a large city
known for ornate shrines and vibrant street
life. Like many other capital cities Bangkok
never goes to sleep, there is always a hive of
activity as people work around the clock in
their various professions. With eight million
inhabitants living within the city you will find
yourself encountering every walk of life.
Spend your day exploring the city and its sites.
Activities could include:
Visit Wat Pho to see the reclining buddha,
which stands at fifteen metres tall and
forty six metres long, the feet alone
are measured at over five meters.
Watch a Muay Thai fight, the national sport of
Thailand that is talked about everywhere.
Feel free to visit other sites of your choice.
Saturday 28th Sepember - Bangkok / Siem Reap
Enjoy another day exploring Bangkok.
Activities could include:
The Grand Palace is the most famous
attraction in Bangkok, it was the king’s home
as well as the place where the government
of Thailand carried out their work.
Take a stroll through Lumpini park, at over
500,000 sq. meters the park providers the
people of Bangkok with a much needed break
from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Leave the bustling metropolis of Bangkok and
board a late afternoon bus of 7 hours which will
cross the border into Cambodia, Siem Reap.
Day 3 Day 4 Day 5
Sunday 29th September - Siem Reap
Siem Reap is widely renowned as the gateway
to Angkor Wat millennium-old temple ruins
of the Khmer Empire. Set along the Siem
Reap River, this small provincial capital
boasts hundreds of sightseeing opportunities
such as well-preserved colonial buildings,
unique museums, traditional markets,
cultural performances, and verdant parks.
Spend your day exploring the city and its sites.
Activities could include:
Phnom Kulen National Park, located 45km
north of Siem Reap, is believed to be
the nation’s most sacred mountain.
Angkor National Museum, houses 1,000
artefacts from the ancient Khmer empire.
Tonle Sap Lake, the largest freshwater lake
in Southeast Asia and home to the Tonle
Sap floating village. While you visit floating
villages, observe traditional lifestyles as
you pass schools, markets, fishermen
and traders in their daily routines.
Monday 30th September - Siem Reap
Enjoy a guided tour of the Angkor
Wat temple complex.
Angkor Wat is the main reason most visitors
come to Siem Reap, boasting five lotus-like
towers that stand 65 metres tall, 12th century
Khmer architecture, and about 2,000 stone
carvings of Apsaras. Listed as a UNESCO World
Heritage site, Angkor Wat was constructed
to worship the Lord Vishnu (a Hindu deity)
and, according to scholars, served as a
funerary temple for King Suryavarman II.
Board a sleeper bus of 12 hours from
Siem Reap to Sihanoukville.
Tuesday 1st October - Koh Rong Island
Get a ferry from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong Island.
Koh Rong is an island known for its sandy coves
and coral reefs. Inland, there is dense jungle
terrain dotted with coconut palms and waterfalls.
This island is often described as an ‘island
paradise’ by visiting tourists. You can kick back
and relax or get involved in some fun activities.
Activities could include:
Snorkelling, there are many beautiful snorkeling
points around Koh Rong and lots of fish to discover.
Kayak to Koh Toch, the island consists
only of a pagoda, a couple of monks
and a small walking track.
Go for a night swim with the glowing
plankton, perhaps one of the coolest
things to do on the Island.
Day 6 Day 7 Day 8
Wednesday 2nd October - Koh Rong Island
Enjoy another full day on the
stunning Koh Rong Island.
Activities could include:
Jungle trekking, from the main beach (Koh
Toch) trek for 50 minutes through the dense
jungle and emerge onto a pristine, endless
beach. 7km of pure white sand and crystal clear
waters, enjoy having almost the entire beach
to yourself to laze on for the rest of the day.
Ziplines and highropes, clamber among
the treetops on ropewalks, ziplines, and
other height-related obstacles.
Thursday 3rd October - Koh Rong
Island / Phnom Penh
Enjoy your final day on Koh Rong island
before getting a ferry back to the
mainland (Sihanoukville), followed by a
four hour bus ride to Phnom Penh.
Phnom Penh, the biggest city in Cambodia and
also its wealthiest, is the cultural, commercial
and political centre of the country. The city offers
extensive cultural and historical attractions,
including temples, museums, the Royal Palace.
Phnom Penh also features good dining facilities
as well as a vibrant and varied nightlife.
Spend your day exploring the city and its sites.
Activities could include:
Enjoy a cycle tour to see the city from a
street-level perspective and soak up the
real city vibe. Pass the post office and Van's
restaurant, both stunning colonial buildings,
go along the riverside road and take in the
atmospheric cafes that line the street.
The Royal Palace, is a complex of
buildings which serves as the royal
residence of the King of Cambodia.
Friday 4th October - Phnom Penh
Learn about the dark side of Cambodian history.
Activities could include:
Visit Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison), the
notorious Khmer Rouge prison where thousands
of Cambodians perished. Tuol Sleng Genocide
Museum was formerly Tuol Svay Pray High School
before it was turned into an interrogation, torture
and execution centre by the Khmer Rouge regime.
The Killing fields, a number of sites in
Cambodia where collectively more than a
million people were killed and buried by the
Khmer Rouge regime, it is a bone-chilling
reminder of Cambodia’s tragic history.
Day 9 Day 10 Day 11
Saturday 5th October - Phnom
Penh / Ho Chi Minh City
Bus ride with border crossing from Cambodia
to Vietnam, 6 hours and 30 minutes.
Many of the best attractions in Ho Chi Minh
(Saigon) centre around the events of 20th
century war and conquest. There are some truly
fascinating historical activities, from classic French
architecture to perfectly maintained American war
planes. Walking around Ho Chi Minh is like seeing
the past come to life with so many famous places
of interest scattered throughout the city. Of course,
as Vietnam’s biggest city and business capital,
times are changing and modern skyscrapers
are starting to punctuate the sky combining the
new and old in a uniquely Vietnamese way.
Activities could include:
The War Remnants Museum, a sobering
and unforgettable museum which details
the effects of the 30 year long war
between America and Vietnam.
The Cu Chi tunnels, this marvellous tourist
attraction lets visitors experience what it
must have been like for soldiers who used
an extensive network of tunnels to move
around undetected by their enemies.
Sunday 6th October - Ho Chi
Minh City / Mekong Delta
Day trip to Mekong Delta.
The Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam is
a vast maze of rivers, swamps and islands,
home to floating markets, Khmer pagodas
and villages surrounded by rice paddies.
Travel by private vehicle from Ho Chi Minh City
to Mekong Delta, 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Board a small boat and navigate through narrow
canals witnessing local living, villages, islands,
and markets, and visit traditional candy factories.
Stop to see cottage industries and their products
for which the area is famous for: delicious,
chewy coconut candy and rice cakes.
After enjoying a day in the Mekong Delta,
travel back to Ho Chi Minh City in time to
spend your evening around the city.
Monday 7th October - Ho Chi Minh City
Enjoy another day exploring Ho Chi Minh City.
Board the overnight sleeper bus
of 9 hours to Nha Trang.
Day 12 Day 13 Day 14
Tuesday 8th October - Nha Trang
Arrive in Nha Trang in the morning.
Nha Trang attractions are set against a
stunning backdrop of white sandy beaches,
verdant mountains, and untouched islands.
Nha Trang is home to remnants of the Champa
Kingdom, Buddhist temples, and gothic-style
Catholic churches while natural hot springs,
salt fields, and unique waterfalls offer a myriad
of sightseeing and recreational activities.
Spend your day exploring the city and its sites.
Activities could include:
Cycle the coastal route of Nha Trang, pass
beautiful beaches and friendly villages.
Po Nagar, a 3 story hilltop temple with 2 church
towers offering historical exhibits and photos.
Dam market, the cities main market, this
busy 3-story building is densely packed
with food & souvenir markets.
Long Son Pagoda, a modern Buddhist pagoda
featuring a large concrete Buddha statue
atop a hill, offering stunning city views.
Wednesday 9th October - Nha Trang
Enjoy a day to relax by the crystal-clear water
or continue exploring the city and its sites.
Activities could include:
Vinpearl amusement park, situated on
an island across the bay from Nha Trang
beach is the large scale theme park.
Thap Ba hot springs, a great place to relax and
rejuvenate after a day of exploring Da Nang.
Board an overnight sleeper bus of 10
hours from Nha Trang to Da Nang.
Thursday 10th October - Da Nang
Arrive in Da Nang in the morning.
You will be shown to your accommodation before
having a group meeting with your Location
Managers. The meeting will cover the semester
itinerary in detail and answer any questions.
You can then settle into your accommodation
and get to know Da Nang. The Location
Managers will organise various optional group
activities for you and other Global Grads to
get involved in during your time in Da Nang.
What To Do in Vietnam
The Marble Mountains:
A cluster of marble and limestone hills
just 7km from the city. The mountains
are full of caves, tunnels and Buddhist
shrines waiting to be explored!
Son Tra Peninsula:
A beautiful rainforest at a size of over 4000
hectares. Rent a scooter to ride along the
newly-built road and check out the nature
reserve, stop off to visit one of the most
important religious sights in the area.
Non Nuoc Beach:
When people think of Vietnam, surfing is
not something that immediately springs to
mind. But still, it is possible to go surfing in
Vietnam! There is a growing surf community
here who take advantage of the consistent
and fun beach breaks along My Khe Beach.
See the Dragon:
Da Nang is the most impressive at night.
One of the biggest attractions in the city
centre is the Dragon Bridge, which not only
is beautifully lit during the night, but also
spits fire every Saturday and Sunday at 9pm.
Da Nang, Vietnam
For the following few weeks you will enjoy living, studying
and travelling around Da Nang before departing to your
next location on the second Global Grad road trip.
Da Nang is one of the fastest growing cities in Vietnam,
conveniently located and rich with history and amazing
sites. With close proximity to the mountains, and long
stretches of beaches on either side of the city. The
city itself is a colorful burst of energy between its
fast modernisation and charms of the old town.
Da Nang Fact File
The currency used in Vietnam
is Vietnamese Dong.
£1 = 29854.34 Vietnamese
Dong (August 2018)
Average costs in Da Nang:
Accommodation - £5 to £7 per night
Beer (0.5L) - 0.82p
Dinner - £2.34
Coffee - 0.75p
Coca Cola (0.3L) - 0.38p
Other exciting cities that are
easy to access from Da Nang:
• Hoi An, Vietnam
• Nha Trang, Vietnam
• Hanoi, Vietnam
• Haikou, China
• Zhanjiang, China
• Vientiane, Laos
• Siem Reap, Cambodia
• Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Da Nang to Kuala Lumpur
Day 1 Day 2
Travelling through Malaysia - 11 Day Road Trip
Before departing, a group meeting will be held
with your Location Managers in preparation for
the road trip. There will be the option for you to
send the belongings that you don’t want to take
on the road trip, these will get safely transported
to Kuala Lumpur by our Global Grad Team. Your
belongings will be waiting for you on your arrival.
Thursday 31st October - Bangkok
Take a short haul morning flight of 1 hour
and 45 minutes from Da Nang to Bangkok,
where your road trip will begin.
Spend your day exploring the city and its sites.
Activities could include:
Khao San Road, the popular book ‘The Beach’
famously described Khao San Road as “the centre
of the backpacking universe”. Judging by the
truth-seeking travellers who converge here it’s
a phrase that sums it up pretty much perfectly.
Wat Arun, easily one of the most stunning temples
in Bangkok, not only because of its riverside
location, but also because the design is very
different to the other temples in Thailand.
Check out the cities Klongs by boat, this is a
fantastic way to get a glimpse into the timeless
charm of the city, as well as witnessing the
role Bangkok’s many waterways have played
in its past right up to the present day.
Friday 1st November - Bangkok / Surat Thani
Enjoy another day exploring the city of
Bangkok before boarding an overnight
sleeper train of 12 hours to Surat Thani.
Day 3 Day 4 Day 5
Satursday 2nd November - Surat Thani / Khao Sok
Once arriving in Surat Thani, you will
travel to lush Khao Sok National Park.
Khao Sok is a nature reserve in southern
Thailand containing dense virgin jungle,
towerlike limestone karst formations and the
man-made Cheow Lan Lake. It’s home to rare
species such as the giant parasitic Rafflesia
flower, hornbill birds, gibbons and tigers.
Spend your day exploring the national park.
Activities could include:
River activities, jump in a canoe or a tube
and experience the jungle from this unique
perspective. You can see monkeys playing
in bamboos, brightly coloured kingfishers
and snakes snoozing in the trees above.
Hiking or swimming in Khao Sok National Park.
Sunday 3rd November - Khao Sok / Koh Samui
You will get a morning bus back to
Surat Thani before taking a ferry to
the beautiful Koh Samui Island.
Koh Samui is Thailand’s second largest island
and one of the first Thai islands to be ‘discovered’
by international travellers. Koh Samui is known
for its palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves
and dense, mountainous rainforest. From the
crowded bars and restaurants of Chaweng to
beautiful, undeveloped beaches on the island’s
southern coastline, Koh Samui offers a range
of experiences. Spend your day exploring
Koh Samui beaches and vibrant nightlife.
Activities could include:
The famous Big Buddha shrine, Samui’s most
well known landmark, the 12-metre high golden
Buddha can be seen from several kilometres away.
Ang Thong National Marine Park, a pristine
archipelago of 42 islands with towering
limestone mountains, thick jungle, white-
sand beaches, fertile mangroves, waterfalls
and hidden coves and lakes to explore.
Snorkelling and scuba diving, Koh Tao – meaning
‘Turtle Island’ – lives up to its name, being the
scuba diving destination of choice in Thailand.
Monday 4th November - Koh Samui
Enjoy another day to relax on the
beach and soak up the sun or explore
more of Koh Samui adventures.
Activities could include:
Wat Plai Laem, located near the Big Buddha
in the north of the island, Wat Plai Laem is a
colourful and interesting Buddhist Temple.
Na Muang waterfalls, the two Na Muang waterfalls
are probably the most picturesque in Koh Samui.
The name Na Muang refers to the massive purple
rocks at the waterfalls, rocks and tree roots form
a natural staircase that leads to the base and
a large natural pool sits under the waterfall.
Fisherman’s Village Samui, a historical part
of Bophut, with rustic-style buildings housing
boutique stores, trendy restaurants and a small
selection of hotels lining the narrow Beach Road.
Day 6 Day 7 Day 8
Tuesday 5th November - Koh
Samui / George Town
You will get a ferry back to the mainland (Surat
Thani) and continue by bus to cross the border
into Malaysia and on to George Town, Penang,
the “Pearl of the Orient”. A 7 hour bus journey.
Penang is a state in northwest Malaysia with
the freshest aspects of modern culture as well
as an exceptional art scene and home to many
free-spirited carnivals, all fed by an infectious
local enthusiasm for Penang’s long history and
kaleidoscope of cultures. Every year, thousands
of visitors come here to experience the unique
cultural heritage and scenery. It is also a
very cosmopolitan city, perhaps the second
busiest in the country after Kuala Lumpur.
Activities could include:
Embark on a culinary marathon, Penang
is consistently ranked as one of the best
food paradises in the world and it would
take a brave soul to argue against that.
Hop on a trishaw for a city tour, apart from
cars and buses, there are bicycles and…
trishaws. It’s a fun and traditional way to
get from point A to B in the city or simply
for a breezy tour around Georgetown.
Wednesday 6th November - George Town
Enjoy another day exploring George Town, Penang.
Activities could include:
Penang National Park, the smallest national
park in the world. That being said, its 2.5
hectare area contains a rich diversity of
habitats. You can find beautiful lakes, wetlands,
mangrove plantations, coral reefs and even
turtle nesting beaches at the stunning park.
In league with the likes of Miami and Berlin,
Penang is a recognized street art capital of the
world, making strolling through Georgetown’s
streets just a little bit more exciting.
End your day by watching the sunset at the
beach, pristine sandy beaches and array of water
activities keep visitors coming back for more.
Thursday 7th November - George
Town / Chenderoh Lake
In the morning, you will take a 2 hour bus ride
from George Town to Chenderoh Lake.
The Chenderoh Lake is a natural lake in Kuala
Kangsar District, Perak, Malaysia. The lake
was built in the 1920s, during the colonial era
when intense development was happening
in Malaysia. The Chenderoh Dam generated
much-needed hydro-electric power to feed the
hungry town of Ipoh and its attendant tin mines.
You have the opportunity to enjoy some real
local living for the night, travel to a local island
homestay in the middle of the scenic lake. Spend
the evening connecting with the locals and taking
in the beautiful scenery. This is a great experience!
Day 9 Day 10 Day 11
Friday 8th November - Chenderoh
Lake / Cameron Highlands
From Chenderoh Lake you will take a 3 hour
bus ride to arrive in Cameron Highlands.
Cameron Highlands is the most popular of the
highland retreats in Malaysia. Located at almost
2,000 meters at its highest point. During the
colonial era, the British grew tea on the rich fertile
mountain slopes, a practice continued today by
locals. Since then, it has become the biggest tea
exporter in Malaysia along with a constant supply
of vegetables to the country and Singapore.
Activities could include:
Be dazzled by green at a tea plantation, as well
as being able to marvel at the views, most offer
tea tasting opportunities and the chance to learn
more about the local tea-growing industry.
The higher elevations and cooler temperatures
of Cameron Highlands make it relatively
easy for farmers to grow strawberries.
Indeed, it’s the only place around Malaysia
where strawberries are grown.
Camping, a popular Cameron Highlands
activity so you’ll find plenty of travellers
pitching tents along the main range after a
strenuous hike to enjoy the cool mountain air.
Saturday 9th November - Cameron
Highlands / Kuala Lumpur
You will take a 3 hour bus ride to Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia, its a very
diverse area that includes Tamil, Chinese, Malay,
and indigenous inhabitants. A city packed with
historic monuments, steel-clad skyscrapers,
lush parks, mega sized shopping malls, bustling
street markets and lively nightspots.
Activities could include:
The Petronas twin towers, one of the most iconic
sights in the world. Visitors flock here to walk
over the sky bridge that joins the two towers
together, you can admire the breathtaking views
that stretch across the city of Kuala Lumpur.
The Central Market, includes different sections
to reflect the various influences and ethnic
backgrounds present in Malaysia such as
Malay, Indian, and Chinese areas selling local
products like souvenirs and arts and crafts.
Sunday 10th November - Kuala Lumpur
Enjoy another day exploring Kuala Lumpur.
Activities could include:
Sri Mahamariamman Temple, famous for
being the oldest Hindu temple in all of Kuala
Lumpur. This temple is well worth a visit for
those wanting to learn about the diverse
cultures and religions that make up this city.
Easily spotted down below from the Petronas
Towers Sky Bridge, no trip to Kuala Lumpur is
complete without a visit to KL Park, a specially
designed area of Kuala Lumpur that provides
the city with some much needed green space.
What To Do in Kuala Lumpur
Batu Caves:
Batu Caves is a 400 million-year old limestone
hill with a 100-year old temple incorporated
within it, best known as the focal point of
the annual Hindu festival of Thaipusam.
Petronas Towers:
Anchoring the sprawling Kuala Lumpur City
Centre, are the iconic Petronas Twin Towers.
Hailed as the Twin Jewels of Kuala Lumpur,
a visit to KL just is not complete unless you
have visited these incredible structures.
Central Market:
The focus for the city’s artistic community,
Central Market is a KL cultural landmark. It
was built in 1928 and used to be a simple
wet market, until the early 1980s when it
was revamped into a handicrafts outlet.
Perdana Botanical Gardens:
The Perdana Botanical Gardens boast the
largest collection of flower gardens and animal
parks in Kuala Lumpur city centre. One of its
standout features is the Orchid Garden, which
is fitted with walking paths and manmade
fountains, as well as a semi-circle pergola and
rock garden that house 800 species of orchids.
Kuala lumpur
For the next few weeks, you shall be enjoying living,
studying and travelling around Kuala Lumpur
Kuala lumpur should be included in any travellers
itinerary. It comprises the city's most iconic landmarks,
both natural and manmade. The Malaysian capital is
known for its multicultural community, which mainly
consists of Malay, Indian, and Chinese residents. As a
result, you’ll find vibrant events and festivities celebrated
throughout the year, while local markets and religious
sites offer a glimpse into the local culture and lifestyle.
Kuala Lumpur Fact File
The currency used in Kuala
Lumpur is Malaysian Ringgit.
£1 = 5.39 Malaysian Ringgit
(November 2018)
Average costs in Kuala Lumpur:
Accommodation - £10
Beer (0.5L) - £3.09
Dinner - £2.14
Coffee - £3.06
Coca Cola - 0.47p
Other exciting cities that are
easy to access from Kuala Lumpur:
•Langkawi, Malaysia
• Ipoh, Malaysia
• Medan Sumatra, Indonesia
• Johor Bahru, Malaysia
• Pekanbaru Sumatra, Indonesia
Kuala Lumpur to Singapore
Day 2 Day 3
Day 1
Wednesday 27th November
From Kuala Lumpur you will take
a 2-hour bus to Melaka.
Melaka, a quaint coastal city with an abundance
of breath-taking sights and rich heritage. Rich
with heritage buildings, ancient landmarks and
colonial structures. It was here that colonial
forces first made contact with Malaysia,
which eventually shaped the country into its
current economic and political system.
Activities could include:
Jonker Walk is best visited during the
weekends as it is a commonly known fact
that visitors worldwide flock to this particular
street in Melaka for its vibrant night market.
Christ Church was built by the Dutch when
they took possession of Melaka from the
Portuguese and today, it stands as one
of Melaka’s most defining structures.
Thursday 28th November
Enjoy another day exploring Melaka.
Activities could include:
Chinatown, one of those places where
every day you and something new and
interesting. It can be a unique cafe or
restaurant, a temple or quaint boutique.
Visit Melaka’s floating gold domed mosque, it
is especially beautiful when the sun is rising
or setting. The mosque’s grand archways
are panelled with stained glass. When
water levels are high, it appears to oat.
Friday 29th november
Board a morning bus of 3 hours that will take
you across the border into Singapore.
Arrive in Singapore early afternoon.
You will be shown to your accommodation before
having a group meeting with your Location
Managers. The meeting will cover the semester
itinerary in detail and answer any questions.
What To Do in Singapore
Marina Bay:
Singapore’s famed Marina Bay is the place
to go to see the city’s most spectacular
things to do. With the fast development
of this cosmopolitan city-state, the
whole Marina Bay area has undergone
a transformation of epic proportions.
Clarke Quay:
This delightful riverside development is
packed full of bustling bars and restaurants,
boutique shops and pumping nightclubs,
attracting a steady stream of tourists
alongside Singapore’s party animals.
Gardens by the Bay:
Gardens by the Bay is a huge, colourful,
futuristic park in the bay area of Singapore;
and has been crowned World Building of the
year at the world Architecture Festival 2012.
Sentosa:
Sentosa is a purpose built island off the
southern tip of Singapore which was
built with leisure and relaxation in mind.
A collection of beaches, theme parks,
golf, shopping, dining and more are all
available on this strip of reclaimed land
that can be reached by road or cable car.
Singapore
For the following couple of weeks, you will enjoy
living, studying and travelling around Singapore
before completing your first Global Grad semester.
Singapore, an island city-state off Southern Malaysia.
Capitalising on its melting pot of cultures, Singapore is
fast becoming one of Asia’s hit-list destinations. There’s
a lot to do here from incredible tropical parks by the
Malaysian border, delicious and cheap Chinese and Indian
food, shopping, fun theme parks and beautiful beaches.
Singapore Fact File
The currency used in Singapore
is Singapore Dollars.
£1 = 1.78 Singapore Dollar (August 2018)
Average costs in Singapore:
Accommodation - £12 to £18
Beer (0.5L) - £6.84
Dinner - £4.56
Coffee - £3.09
Coca Cola - 0.77p
Other exciting cities that are
easy to access from Singapore:
• Johor Bahru, Malaysia
• Malacca, Malaysia
• Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Penang, Malaysia
• Pekanbaru Sumatra, Indonesia
• Jakarta, Indonesia
• Ko Lipe, Thailand
• Ko Lanta, Thailand
Monday 16th December.
Sadly the first Global Grad semester comes to an end after 15
amazing weeks of getting to know this fascinating part of the world.
Your Location Managers will ensure you get to the airport
safely before you board your flight back to the UK. It is your
responsibility to arrive safely back in the UK as there won’t
be a Global Grad staff member on your returning flight.
We hope you enjoyed South-East Asia and hope to see you
next time on the second Global Grad semester where you
can let Europe take you on your educational journey.
The Semester End
Contact
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Telephone – 01636 894210 / Whatsapp - 07843 475641
Global Grad Limited
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Newark, Notts NG23 7NB, UK