Groups & Charters
Embrace the Eastern spirit with an exotic event
The Eastern & Oriental Express is the ultimate venue for a private party or function. Create a truly unforgettable experience for loved ones, friends or business partners. With a minimum of 12 guests, you can travel as a group aboard any of our scheduled itineraries departing from Singapore or Bangkok. Or charter the whole train and customise your journey with tailored activities. Whichever you choose, you’re in for a magical journey.
Embrace the Eastern spirit with an exotic event
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An Event to Remember
Celebrations
An Event to Remember
Celebrate a birthday in pampered luxury, or an anniversary in romantic old-world elegance. Start your well-deserved retirement as you mean to go on with the ultimate Southeast Asian adventure. Memorable milestones become unforgettable occasions aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express.
We are masters in the art of the party, after all.
Example Itinerary
Day 1
Step aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express early evening
The train departs from Hualumphong Station in Bangkok
Savour welcome drinks in the Observation Car
Marvel at a lively performance in the Bar Car
A celebratory dinner is served
Arrive at the River Kwai Bridge Station
A live band awaits on platform for a special performance
Admire an enchanting candle display on the bridge
An Enchanting Escape
Example Itinerary
Day 1
Depart from Singapore late afternoon
A delicious afternoon tea is served
Relax on board as the train travels north
Dinner is served in our exquisite dining cars
Spend the night on board as the train passes through Kuala Lumpur
Day 2
Your steward serves breakfast in your cabin
Arrive in Kuala Kangsar for an exciting tour
The train departs and lunch is served on board
Arrive at the Padang Besar border early afternoon
Afternoon tea is served after the border has been crossed
Savour a sumptuous dinner on board
Example Itinerary
Day 3
A delicious breakfast is served in your cabin
Arrive in the town of Kanchanaburi
Disembark for a tour of the iconic River Kwai
Return to the train and depart for beautiful Bang Sue
Dinner is served on board
Day 4
Savour breakfast served to your cabin
Arrive in Lampang
Enjoy a tour of Lampang’s towering temples
Lunch is served back on board the train
Arrive in your final destination, Chiang Mai
Leave the Office Behind
Corporate Events
Leave the Office Behind
Rejuvenate your team with an inspiring escape in Southeast Asia. You’ll find the enchanting landscapes and luxurious surrounds do wonders for corporate creativity. Routine meetings become memorable events in our choice of on board venues, from the evocative Reading Room, to the exquisite Observation Car. With unique activities and excursions, your team exercise will become a shared adventure.
Example Itinerary
Day 1
Check-in at Bangkok’s Hualumphong Station
Marvel at a traditional Khon Dance on the platform
Savour refreshing welcome drinks in your cabin
The Eastern & Oriental Express departs
A delightful afternoon tea is served
Arrive in Kanchanaburi early evening
Head to Mueang Sing Historical Park to admire ancient Khmer temples
Enjoy welcome drinks and a speech in the lantern-lit park
A delicious Thai dinner is served followed by traditional performances
Return to the train for a night on board
Example Itinerary
Day 2
Savour breakfast in bed this morning
We arrive at Petchaburi for a choice of tours
Join a tree planting project at the Mangrove Development Station
Or choose a Tuk-Tuk tour to the local market and the Ban Puen royal palace
The train departs from Petchaburi
Lunch is served in our beautiful dining cars
Enjoy a Thai massage, meet our astrologer or spend the afternoon at leisure
Disembark at Huai Yang for the NishaVille Resort & Spa
Celebrate with a drinks reception and beach BBQ followed by games and music
The evening ends with a sparkling fireworks display
Spend the night on board the train
Example Itinerary
Day 3
A delicious breakfast is served in your cabin
Relax with the morning at leisure on board
The Observation Car hosts a perfume presentation
Enjoy an exotic fruits presentation in the Bar Car
A sumptuous lunch is served as we cross the border at Pedang Besar
Indulge in a Thai massage or games on board
We arrive in Padang Rengus early evening
Step onto the platform to marvel at an authentic Dragon Dance
Malaysian dancers and a saxophonist perform on board
A final dinner is served tonight