A stylish stopover in a city that boasts an effortless fusion of Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan cultures that have infused the local cuisine and traditions.

Then head over to visit blissful beaches, expansive rice fields, ancient temples, even imposing volcanoes --Bali has it alll. A melting pot of spirituality and culture, there are so many different aspects of this beautiful country to be discovered.

Highlights:

• Explore Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay and Hawker Food Centers
• Visit Singapore’s Botanical Gardens 
• Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites Taman Ayun Temple and Jatiluwih rice terrace in Bali

Dates of Travel: Does not include +1 day departing or arriving into San Francisco. Some members may decide to go down one day early, or stay one day later.

Pricing is based on Double Occupancy.  Roommate Matching is offered on this tour. If you want to be matched with another member, please enter “Roommate Requested” in the notes to the Organizer. Also, please note roommate matching does not take place until after 75% of the cost of the package is paid. If a roommate is not able to be assigned, your final invoice will be adjusted to add on the single supplemental fee. Single Occupancy is available at an additional cost. Hotels will be as advertised or equivalent based on final numbers of participants. 

If we do not meet the minimum number of travelers for the group rate, trip will be modified to fit as much of the original itinerary into the regular rate (but participants will not pay any additional costs). 

This leisurely-paced, independent tour requires minimal walking and is suitable for most levels of physical fitness. Expect 3-4 hours of walking each day. 

Traveling abroad requires a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates. For this trip, your passport should expire after May 6, 2020. 

As of February 15th, our early bird pricing will end, so now is the chance to save big! 

Optional Excursions can be added at a later date. Must be added at least 90 days prior to departure. 

Please be sure to read the Terms and Conditions and FAQ's located on our website to familiarize yourself with the way we operate our trips. 

Note:  A Minimum of 2 people is needed to operate any tour. Some tours have a max of 15 people, so groups may be split up in two small groups to accommodate anyone interested. Excursions can be added later; but must be added NLT 90 prior to departure (subject to availability).

Singapore After Dark--(Art N Soul Theme Night)

Singapore knows how to party after dark. Discover the local secrets on this four-hour nightlife walking tour. Grab dinner from an authentic hawker stall at the Telok Ayer Market. With a satisfied belly, visit a rooftop club, a cocktail bar, an entire street dedicated to nightlife, and a speakeasy. End at a pub with live music and dance the night away after the tour, if you’re in the mood. Included.

Gardens By The Bay--

Visit Gardens by the Bay in Singapore with this admission ticket that includes convenient transport from your hotel (return transportation is not included).  Home to more than 250,000 plants, as well as pavilions, waterways and the spectacular Super Trees, Gardens by the Bay is one of Singapore’s most beautiful outdoor attractions, where you can stroll leisurely through various landscapes that represent diverse ecosystems. See one of the world’s tallest indoor waterfalls in the Cloud Forest conservatory, and admire views of Marina Bay from the Flower Dome conservatory. Included.

City Tour Of Singapore--

Orient yourself during a morning tour with popular districts like Chinatown, Little India and Marina Bay. A great activity for the start of your trip, this half-day tour introduces you to top attractions like the Merlion, colonial landmarks like City Hall and cultural sites like Thian Hock Keng Temple. A stop at the UNESCO-listed botanical gardens is also included along the way. Included.

Night Safari--

Catch sight of animals like giraffes, rhinos, and more on a ride through Singapore’s Night Safari, which bills itself as the world’s first nocturnal safari experience. A guided tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off for easy transportation, handles the tickets, and makes sure that you get in the right line for the tram, in addition to providing valuable insight into Singapore. Optional.

Half Day Balinese Cooking Class--

Transfer from your hotel to a local restaurant or guesthouse, where you will greeted by your chef and staff.  Take a short walk to the vegetable market where you will browse the stalls with your guide- learning about the fresh spices, herbs and vegetables on sale. After your tour of the market, walk to the restaurant to commence the cooking. You’ll then meet in the kitchen, wearing aprons, and begin your cooking. Not only will you discover the herbs, spices and techniques of Balinese cooking but you will also learn about the ceremonial and cultural significance of food in Balinese society. The menu changes daily and after preparing the lavish feast, sit down to enjoy the meal together with a glass or two of local rice wine or homemade hibiscus tea. This tour is offered on a join-in basis and may include other participants. Optional.

Bali Tour -- Based on the movie Eat, Pray, Love.  

Eat: You will experience the family techniques and learn more about the fresh produce, herbs spices and local Balinese cooking methods at the Kayun house, a  neighborhood natural organic restaurant, it is named after a Balinese word “Kayun” which means, “Heart”. While the locals are preparing your dish, take a walk around the village compound to learn about the local architecture and layout of rural villages. Return to the house to dine on your tasty cuisine. 

Pray: Receive a blessing by a pedanda, a traditional Balinese priest, meet an astrologer who uses ancient methods handed down from generation to generation to read your fortune. 

Love: After lunch, complete your experience with a relaxing 1-hour Balinese massage. Optional.

Jungle Swing--

This tour includes use of 9-12 swings, 6 birds-nests, and entrance to a river beach with swimming pool and waterfalls. All your needs, including buffet lunch and drinks, are taken care of by your tour guide. Included.

Bali Quad Bike --

For those that may be scare of heights and don't want to do the jungle swing, the quad bike adventure may be for you.  Ride off the beaten track during your Bali vacation aboard your own all-terrain vehicle (ATV). Climb onto a quad bike and follow an experienced guide along a challenging track, suitable for all skill levels. Motor past a picturesque landscape of rice fields, bamboo forest and lush riverside flanked by traditional Balinese villages. Showers, lunch, refreshments and round-trip hotel transport included. Optional.

NOTE --If you decide to do one of the Purification Rituals or Eat, Pray, Love Type tours, keep in mind that Balinese custom does not allow Women menstruating to enter temple & bathe.

Most tours require a minimum of 2 people; otherwise they will charge you up to IDR 250K

Singapore

U.S. citizens must have a passport which is valid for at least 90 days after your return date, though we strongly recommend at least six months.

U.S. passport holders do not need a visa to enter Singapore for stays up to 90 days. See the U.S. Dept. of State website for more information.

Bali

You will need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your arrival in Indonesia.  Your passport must also have two blank pages, not including endorsement pages.

U.S. passport holders may apply for visa exemption. This is a stamp you receive in your passport when you arrive at the airport.  There is no fee.  If your purpose of travel is purely for tourism and you are certain that you will depart after 30 days, consider requesting Visa Exemption.  U.S. citizens who enter Indonesia under Visa Exemption must depart after 30 days; no extension is allowed and no adjustment to another visa status is permitted.  See the U.S. Dept. of State website for more information.

All payments to Art N Soul Escapes are non-refundable and non-transferable. Art N Soul Escapes has contractual agreements with hotels, airlines and other vendors that will not allow us to obtain any refunds (unless you have purchased travel insurance). This way we can keep our package prices competitive and allow you to make monthly payments on your vacation. Deposits are always non-refundable. 

Due to the vendor relationships that Art N Soul Escapes has with it's vendors, we try to keep from modifying or cancelling  our contractual agreements. Cancellations affect the entire group traveling.  Therefore, any member who cancels, cannot book another trip with us for 6 months from the cancellation date of a booked trip. There may be some exceptions (medical, death in the family, etc.) and will be determined by an ANSE Organizer on a case-by-case basis. If allowed to re-book another trip before the 6 month expiration, a minimum of 50% down will be required to book. 

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Find your way to San Francisco. Our flight doesn't leave until 12:55 am on Tuesday morning. So, some of you may choose to go down the day before. Others may come after work. Please try to be at the airport 3 hours prior to flight. 

Depart SFO on your early morning flight to Singapore.  

Please make sure you arrive 3 hours early to the airport (2 hours early at the bare minimum). 

There has been a revised schedule to your booking:

Flight : SFO - SIN

Revised flight and timing : SQ1 29 Oct 2019, 00:50/12:00 (+1)

*Group seats cannot be selected early*

Luggage:  2 pieces (23kg each)

Arrive in Singapore at 1200, and transfer to your 4* hotel -(Included)

30 Bencoolen 

30 Bencoolen Street, 189621, Singapore, Singapore. 

Roommates will be done in the order you signed up for the trip, and/or with your guest:

Nikki/Edwina

Destyne/Devonne

Della/Kristen

Belinda/Carna

Spend the rest of the day at leisure. 

Later this evening, meet in the lobby at 6:05pm for our 6:15pm departure time to Gardens by the Bay.  While exploring the Gardens exhibits, including the Cloud Forest and the Flower Dome conservatory, you’ll wander among more than one million plants showcasing 19,000 species. Nine gardens mimic ecosystems from Africa, America, Asia, Australia, and Europe. You’ll also see lakes, giant art sculptures, pavilions, skyways, and one of the world’s tallest indoor waterfalls Please note that the light and sound show takes place twice daily in the evening, weather permitting. 

Return transfers not included.

Breakfast.

• Morning tour of Singapore
• Afternoon and evening at leisure for independent sightseeing

Your morning tour of Singapore features a drive around the Civic District, passing by the Padang, Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall. Next, stop at Merlion Park and enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay. Then visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of the oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples in Singapore. Afterwards, make a stop at a local handicraft market. Finally, proceed to the National Orchid Garden within the Singapore Botanic Gardens, which boasts 60,000 orchid plants. 

Breakfast.

• Full day at leisure to explore Singapore 
• Art N Soul Theme Night - Black Attire (colored accessories or shoes ok)

Suggestion:  Nearly every neighborhood in Singapore is home to hawker food centers, colorful eateries that make some of the islands best—and most inexpensive—meals. During your day of leisure, immerse yourself in the vibrant Singapore hawker center cuisines while exploring the surrounding neighborhood. Or discover the bustling metropolis of Singapore - without breaking a sweat - on an electric scooter. Rentals start at $15/hr. 

In the evening, we will meet up around 6:30pm to check out what happens in Singapore After Dark.  Experience the best of Singapore's nightlife in a fun and sociable environment and save a ton of money while at it.  Party at busy and bustling bars and nightclubs right in the center of Singapore’s nightlife! If you are new to Singapore, just visiting or live here and want a cheaper way of hitting the town then look no further.

Breakfast

Flight - SQ  942 - SIN 09:05 to DPS 11:50

• Early morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Bali (included) . Please wear your Art N Soul T-Shirt (included); black leggings/black tennis shoes/black sandals preferred but . 
• Upon arrival in Bali, transfer to Villa Andaman (included)- Jl. Tegal Cupek No.69, Kerobokan, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia 
• Spend a few hours settling in grabbing a bite to eat before being picked up for our first excursion
• At approximately 4pm, go on this private half-day cultural tour of the Uluwatu Temple in Kuta with a guide. You will get to experience a spectacular sunset from where the temple is located and also a Kecak fire dance performance that will introduce you to the culture of Bali. Dinner will be available at your own expense and you will be able to eat the best and fresh seafood. 
• Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Highlights:

Uluwatu Temple Stop: 120 minutes - Admission included

Kecak and Fire Dance Stop: 120 minutes - Admission included

Jimbaran Bay Stop: 60 minutes

Jimbaran Beach Stop: 60 minutes

*Seafood Dinner is at Jimbaran Beach*

Breakfast -

Visit the popular Gates of Heaven in eastern Bali during this private day trip. Explore the temple that has stolen the hearts of locals and tourists alike before heading to Tirta Gangga Water Garden to get another glimpse of Balinese culture. After lunch head to Tukad Cepung Waterfall.  These waterfalls will give you such an unforgettable experience swimming spot and great pictures (don't forget your swimsuit). *Entrance fees to temples are not included. Check out a coffee plantation and then soar high over the jungle on your choice of 13 swings, reaching heights between 33 feet (10 meters) and 256 feet (78 meters) above ground, or pose for shots in the adorable nests (for those that are scared of heights). 

I would advise to wear something cute for the many photo ops during the day.

Highlights:

1. Gate of Heaven (Lempuyang Temple)
2. Water Palace (Tirta Gangga)
3. lunch at ( TBD) - Price of lunch is not included
4. Tukad Cepung Waterfall
5. Coffee Plantation
6. Rice Terrace and Swing

Breakfast.

• Spend the at leisure to explore the wonders of Bali on your own or join an optional tour. Price of tours below are not included. 

Optional Tours:

Beginners Scuba Diving ($40) - Learn the basics of scuba diving with professional scuba diving masters and experience the spectacular underwater world of Bali. Ideal for less-confident swimmers, the activity begins with a safety briefing on how to properly use your gear, monitor your oxygen tank level, and communicate underwater with your group and instructors. Once the scuba diving master ensured that you are familiar with your gears, they will take you to the scenic underworld landscape of Tanjung Benoa and its resident marine species. You'll be surprised how easy and comfortable it is to breathe underwater! For your convenience, all necessary equipments and hotel transfers in select southern Bali hotels are included in this package.

Itinerary:

• 9:00am-9:30am pick up from hotel to Tanjung Benoa Beach, Nusa Dua
• Briefing with instructor
• Diving trial at the pool
• Dive at ocean
• Shower
• 12:00pm-12:30pm return to accomodation

Flying Dress Photoshoot ($250pp and up) - SOLD OUT

$250pp Package:  

2 hours of photo-session

Rent 1 dress 

10 photos with magazine retouching

100 photos with color processing

+ $40 Makeup (optional)

Eat, Pray, Love Tour ($68.15) - Leave all your troubles behind and embark on a spiritual conquest for self-discovery in Bali! The journey to find healing doesn’t need to be contained in the pages of books or in big screens, have your own Eat Pray Love experience on the island of the gods when you take on a full day adventure to some of the most divine places in town. Start your quest with a trip to the Mengening Water Temple where you will bathe in cool spring waters as a holy bathing ritual to purify your body and soul. Explore this national cultural heritage site and witness exquisite architecture dating from the old Balinese kingdom. If you’re looking to find answers to your life’s most intriguing questions then a visit to a Balinese healer may help you see the answers on a different perspective, open your heart to new possibilities, and heal some of the ailments you’ve been experiencing whether it be spiritually or physically. After a one-of-a-kind sacred ritual with the healer, cap off your tour by heading over to the Tegalalang Rice Terraces and basking in the breathtaking beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have a hassle free whole day tour with round trip transfer services available in selected Bali areas for your ultimate convenience! And of course, always remember to eat, pray, and give lots of love on this tour.

Itinerary:

• 07:00am hotel pick up
• 08:00am arrive at the holy water temple
• 08:30am holy bathing ritual at spring water temple
• 09:30am explore the temple
• 11:00am lunch at a local restaurant (own expenses)
• 12:00pm visit Balinese healer
• 03:00 pm explore Tegalalang Rice Terraces
• 05:00 pm return to hotel

COOKING CLASS:

Breakfast

Semi-Formal Dinner 

Before we head back home....our trip would not be complete without the infamous Bali floral bath. 

A spa representative will meet you in your hotel/villa around 8:30 am.

A Professional driver will take you to your spa location.
When we arrive at our location we will have a welcome drink;  Herbal, lemon, and
ginger teas are natural medicines. They relax or stimulate, soothe and energize, rejuvenate and revitalize.
Then we will be ready to start the 2 hour luxury spa experience:
* Thalaso Foot Wash
* Balinese Massage (60 minute)
*Body Scrub (30 minute)
* Yogurt Moisturizer (15 minute)
* Flower Bath (15 minute)
When everyone is done, the driver will bring you back to your hotel/villa around 11:30 am.

Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure. 

At 4:00pm put on your semi-formal attire in the color you have chosen for the evening, and get ready to head to a special dinner in Nusa Dua as a thank-you by your travel agent.  Dinner will commence at 6pm. *Please bring a pair of sandals or flip flops in case of un-even terrain*

Breakfast.

Flight - SQ  943 DPS 13:00 to SIN 15:40

Flight - SQ  2 SIN 18:30 to HKG 22:15

                             HKG 23:40 to SFO 19:40

• Transfer to the airport for your return flight
• Arrive in the USA later today