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Road Scholar World Academy Semester 2: West from Asia to Europe
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Large Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Experience an unforgettable voyage from Singapore to England along the famed Suez Canal route.
  • Explore wonders including the temples of Bali, the rock-cut city of Petra and Pompeii.
  • For the first time, Road Scholar World Academy takes place aboard Holland America Line’s elegant ms Rotterdam.

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise, Around The World

What travelers are saying

"When I signed up for the Wonders of Costa Rica at a slower pace. The hotel listed in the itinerary for day 8&9 was a 4 star hotel on the beach called the Punta Leona. I'm not sure when but Road Scholar changed the Punta Leona hotel for the 3 star Villa Lapis Jungle hotel. I was shocked when we drove up to this dump. Others in the group wanted to leave and find another hotel. I had black bugs under that shower mat and the shower did not drain, Spiders on the wall and roaches coming out of the cracked in the bathroom. The bed was a thin mattress on a board and was hard as a rock. The food they put out was covered with a wrap but 15 minutes after the plastic wrap was removed it was covered with fruit flies. I passed on the open food bowls. The walls were real thin and the neighbors were real noisy until 11:30 pm. Others in the group complained about the late night noise, spiders and toilet seat being broken. I'm not sure where this place gets 3 stars. After I saw the roaches, I give it a 1 star. Road Scholar put us up in beautiful hotels and then they take us here. You can do better than this Road Scholar. The end the story, Road Scholar customer service called me about my concern and said they have never used the Punta Leona, (I sent her my itinerary that said PUNTA LEONA). She also said they haven't had any complaints about this Villa Lapis dump. After her call, I'm not sure if I'll ever travel with Road Scholar again. Enough said...."

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The Mekong, Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia 2026
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Hanoi, Luang Prabang, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • A thoughtful journey back in time to the days of ancient Indochinese civilizations linked by the life-giving Mekong River... ...where multi-night stays in Hanoi
  • Luang Prabang
  • Siem Reap
  • Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City promise in-depth exploration of historic sites
  • hands-on opportunities to do as the locals do and the luxury of immersing in cultural traditions and treasures from gracious grand hotels. A new day is dawning in the countries of Indochina
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"My husband and I booked the Yellowstone tour with Tauck expecting so much more with the accommodations, food, and tour director based on the price point. We were sadly disappointed but still tried to enjoy the experience. Rooms were dirty, food were often buffets and other group dinners with some food inedible. We noticed other tours staying in our hotels and paying much less for their tours. One positive was we never touched our luggage which was nice but my small suitcase was damaged during one transfer. Word to the wise… read their emails thoroughly as the email we received a few weeks before our trip reads like a disclaimer for poor service and accommodations."

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Bangkok to Singapore Adventure
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit Kuala Lumpur, Surat Thani and Bangkok
  • Experience the nature beauty by visiting Cameron Highlands
  • Discover Penang and Malacca
  • Visit historical places like Langkawi
  • Experience the boat ride in Cheow Lan Lake

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Singles Travel, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"I recently took a trip to Kenya and I cannot imagine any other tour operator doing a better job. Let's start at the beginning. My flight from the US landed first in London and then a second flight was to have gone to Kenya. The airline nightmare began with AA being two hours late causing me to miss my next flight on British Air. BA had given my flight away before I got off the plan and had no acceptable replacement. I spent three days and nights at Heathrow airport forcing me to miss those days of my tour. I stood in lines hours long at the airport and my second replacement flight never left the ground after being held hostage in the plane for hours. I was ready to go home. My phone would not work much of the time in the airport, but I was finally able to contact Best Singles Travel. They figured out a way to arrange for a driver to meet me at the Nairobi airport three days after my trip began and take me to Samburu, a five hour drive where the group was then located. If it had not been for this effort in figuring out a way for me to meet my group then this trip would have been lost for me. And what a shame that would have been because once I finally arrived it was magical. I saw every animal as well as much of the countryside driving all over even with missing three days. The lodges were picturesque with monkeys playing on expansive grounds, wild birds and animals, beautiful colored geckos, mountains and streams in the background where the sun met a landscape expanding as far as the eye could see producing sunsets like those seen in National Geographics. Oh, did I mention the food? No US chemicals. Just organically grown and delicious. If anyone reading this decides to travel to Kenya then I hope you stop to see David Sheldrick's rescued baby elephants. I am grateful that Best Singles Travel and Patrick, our knowledgeable considerate tour guide, took the time, effort and resources to make the remainder of this trip happen for me because now I cannot imagine having missed it. This trip was organized, included lovely memorable hotels/lodges and attentive to our needs."

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Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Untamed Borneo
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking

What travelers are saying

"Very good company"

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Borneo Heritage by Bicycle
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking

What travelers are saying

"Very good company"

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Perhentian Eco-Education Project
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Vacation / Holiday Package
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Volunteering for the Young and Old If you are a family wanting to do something meaningful on your holiday, this project is perfect for you. The local school children love it when there are new children to play with! Also for those who are only briefly on the island, we can arrange volunteering stays for a week or even shorter!

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Education / Learning, National Parks, Volunteering & Community Service, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"My experience in Malaysia with Ecoteer has been so incredibly positive. I got the opportunity to work with Community house as a photographer also I worked in Merapoh for two weeks. This experience inspired me to take more responsibility for my own actions as a citizen of the Earth and to help educate and inspire others to do the same . One of the best experience in my life ! Great organization and Nice People"

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Perhentian Marine Research Station
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Vacation / Holiday Package
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • 2019 Project Evolution
  • Immersed in Local Malay Culture

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Education / Learning, National Parks, Scuba Diving, Volunteering & Community Service, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"My experience in Malaysia with Ecoteer has been so incredibly positive. I got the opportunity to work with Community house as a photographer also I worked in Merapoh for two weeks. This experience inspired me to take more responsibility for my own actions as a citizen of the Earth and to help educate and inspire others to do the same . One of the best experience in my life ! Great organization and Nice People"

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Marvelous Singapore & Malaysia
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Discover Singapore with all its diversity and spectacular modern architecture
  • Visit the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore, Thian Hock Kheng
  • Explore the world’s largest orchid gardens, Singapore Botanic Gardens
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage city of Malacca
  • Visit Malaysia’s spectacular capital Kuala Lumpur
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What travelers are saying

"BUYER BEWARE!!! This company has a policy that if THEY cancel your trip…THEY get to keep your money and you get a credit the company. They cancelled my first trip..found out the hard way about their policy. Booked a trip…then had left over money so booked another…which they cancelled…again. Surprisingly…this time they offered a refund, but only gave me back the money I had put down…not what was left of “my credit”. So now I am forced to do business with a company I no longer wish to, that picks and chooses when to follow their own policy!! There are plenty of other travel agencies with similar tours…don’t give these guys your hard earned money for them to keep."

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Malaysia Reviews & Ratings

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Aug 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Excellent wildlife

A fantastic trip to a beautiful country. My main purpose was to see orang utans in the wild, although I was prepared to be disappointed. However expectations wer...

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Anonymous

Aug 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Great trip to Borneo

I've been on plenty of Exodus hiking holidays, but this was my first wildlife trip. I was a bit nervous in case my fellow travellers were a bit serious about both...

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Anonymous

Aug 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Awesome adventure

If you want to see the best of Borneo this trip's for you. Beautiful country, great food, lovely friendly people and oh boy did we see wildlife! So many highlights...

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Anonymous

Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Wildlife and More

We knew December was the wettest month, but hearts sank when our first wildlife trip had to be abandoned as the river was too high for safety to take us there. Ho...

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

borneo

Very enjoyable well organised trip to a fabulous country. Orang-utans and proboscis monkeys. Ronnie was super. Be prepared to experience high humidity - book ext...

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Malaysia Tour Selection Trips

  • Malaysia is a majority Muslim country, so pack some modest clothing. 
  • If the island of Borneo stirs your wanderlust, keep in mind that the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak are located there. 
  • The heavily Chinese city-state of Singapore is situated at the bottom of peninsular Malaysia and makes for a nice change of pace stop.  
  • Be prepared for the hot and humid weather in Malaysia. No matter what time you tour Southeast Asia and Malaysia, you will encounter an equatorial tropical climate. Pack lightweight clothing, while being sure to include some scarves, light pants or long skirts to wear into places of worship. Learn more about weather and the best time to visit Malaysia here. 
  • Consider what you want to do most on your Malaysia vacation. Look for tours to Rawa Island and Langkawi for the best beach stays. Opt for visits to Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru for a more urban setting or cultural immersion. Consider tours that combine the beaches and culture of Malaysia and explore ways to combine a Malaysia trip with other Southeast Asian destinations. 
  • Even if you’re not a water sports enthusiast, consider taking a half-day or full-day snorkeling or diving tour in Langkawi or elsewhere in Malaysia. The stunningly turquoise sea and abundant marine life are worth exploring for several hours, if not days. 
  • Before you embark on your guided tour of Malaysia, take the time to learn a few Malay words and phrases. English is the country’s other official language, so you’ll hear it quite a bit, but the local residents will appreciate the effort you have put in to learning their language. 
  • Don’t expect raucous nightlife and party-til-the-wee-hours spots in Malaysia. As opposed to some other Southeast Asia destinations - Thailand, Bali, etc. - Malaysia is slightly more sedate. Of course, there are plenty of clubs and rooftop bars, but alcohol is more expensive and they’re not open as late as in Thailand. 
  • Come to Malaysia ready to eat. Even if you’re not on a Southeast Asia culinary-focused tour, you’ll want to indulge in the huge variety of relatively inexpensive and incredibly tasty cuisine found throughout Malaysia. There are typical Malay dishes like Nasi Lemak, Satay and Roti Canai, as well as food influenced by India, China, Singapore and Indonesia.

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Upon arrival, visitors must undergo a 14-day quarantine.

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When to Travel to Malaysia 

When to travel to Malaysia depends a lot on where in the country you’re staying. The seasons vary from one side of the country to the other, but generally. For the islands on the west side, for example, Penang and Langkawi, the best time to visit Malaysia is from December through February.

If you’re visiting Malaysia's eastern coast, perhaps Perhentians and Tioman Island, aim for traveling from June through August. Most of Malaysia is hot and humid year-round. Prepare to encounter some rainfall, no matter where you visit. The Cameron Highlands are particularly damp and can be colder than other parts of the peninsula. 

Expect tropical weather in Kuala Lumpur with ample rain in the forecast. The driest months during which to tour Kuala Lumpur are June, July and August, with July being the driest. If you’re taking a vacation in Penang, the best time to stay is between December and March, with January and February being the hottest.

Trips to Malaysian Borneo, or East Malaysia, are best timed from June through August, but again, be prepared for rainfall. The popular Perhentian Islands are best visited between June and August. And Langkawi, one of the most-visited destinations in Malaysia, it’s best to time your tour for the high season of December, January or February. 

Do You Need a Visa to Travel to Malaysia 

To enter Malaysia for a vacation or guided tour, American citizens must have a passport valid for at least six months. A Malaysian visa is not required for any business or pleasure trip of 90 days or less.

Hold onto your passport at all times when traveling throughout Malaysia as it will be needed between peninsula Malaysia and eastern Malaysia and between Sabah and Sarawak on Borneo. 

What Language Is Spoken in Malaysia 

Throughout your guided tour of Malaysia, you will hear Malay, the national language and one of two official languages - the other is English. You may also hear Chinese dialects, including Mandarin and Hokkien, as well as Tamil. 

Malaysia Packing Suggestions

You’ll experience your fair share of heat and humidity on your vacation in Malaysia, so pack smart, pack lightweight and be prepared for a bit of dampness and you can’t go wrong. Here are a few must-have items for a well-planned Malaysia tour: 

  • Slip-on shoes or sandals
  • A collapsible, reusable water bottle
  • Lightweight pants (as opposed to denim or heavy travel pants)
  • Merino wool t-shirts for wicking sweat (it’s humid in Malaysia!)
  • Insect spray
  • Sunscreen
  • A lightweight long-sleeve layer
  • Daypack
  • Dual USB travel adaptor
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunhat 

With the humidity and the generally casual ambience of Malaysia, the things you won’t want to bother packing for your tour include:

  • Jeans or a lot of pants 
  • Lots of socks
  • Dressy clothing
  • Hiking boots

What should you pack if you happen to be touring Malaysia during monsoon season (April to October on the west coast and November to February on the east coast)? Be sure to pack: 

  • A breathable, lightweight rain jacket 
  • A travel umbrella
  • A dry bag for electronics

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