Money-saving trips to Malaysia & Singapore from $1068

Southeast Asian treats with hotel stays, airfare & more

By ShermansTravel Staff

May 07, 2008 05:19 pm EDT

Book By: ASAP

Travel By: Various through fall 2008

Want to see lush jungles, lounge on gorgeous beaches, wander through buzzing streetscapes and visit age-old villages in one single trip? If this heady combo of urban and nature delights sounds appealing, we recommend a visit to two stunning Southeast Asian destinations – Singapore and Malaysia! We found a variety of well-priced trips to these fascinating spots, starting at just $1068 with airfare, hotels, and more.

See Malaysia’s best for just $1068
Looking for a package that combines a city and beach experience? GoBundle.com offers the perfect trip: spend two nights in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur and then head off the beaten path for a three-night stay in Malaysia’s Langkawi archipelago. Rich in folklore and legends, this cluster of 99 islands in the Andaman Sea provides an ideal tropical retreat. The price starts at $1068 for travel between August 21 and November 30 and covers air from Los Angeles or New York; airport transfers; and hotel stays with daily breakfast. Also thrown in are two excursions: a half-day sightseeing tour of Kuala Lumpur and a half-day island discovery tour in Langkawi.

Singapore & Borneo for only $2499
The best bet for an active holiday is the Globotours package to Borneo and Singapore. Priced at a low $2499, this eight-night adventure features air from your choice of three getaways (LA, SF or NY); airport transfers; midrange lodging; meals; and a variety of stellar tours. The trip explores urban delights of Singapore and the rustic highlights of Borneo, a captivating island off the coast of Malaysia. Activities include a visit to the extensive rainforest of Batang Ai National Park and cultural enrichment at the Ugat Sea Dayak Longhouses; the famous Sarawak Museum; and the beautiful Fort Margherita, a former residence of the White Rajah.

The Malay Peninsula from $2570
We also found a fabulous deal to the highlights of the Malay Peninsula, currently on offer by Pacific Holidays. This vacation package priced from $2570 includes 14 days and 11 nights of travel to Malaysia’s capital of Kuala Lumpur; the dynamic city state of Singapore; the island of Penang; and Thailand’s capital of Bangkok. This low price is valid for several fall departures in September and October. In addition to roundtrip airfare, it includes three-star hotel stays with daily breakfast; airport transfers; and a variety of sightseeing tours and activities. Those include a dinner cruise in Singapore and a Malay dinner and cultural show in Kuala Lumpur.