Explore Malaysia by train with Veuve Clicquot and Belmond

Embrace the allure of the rails on an indulgent itinerary that delves into the soul of Malaysia.

On this exclusive journey, Champagne house Veuve Clicquot brings a distinctive savoir-faire to the rails with a series of tastings, events, and special inclusions along the way.

The Train

Eastern & Oriental Express, A Belmond Train, invites guests to explore the wonders of Asia on alluring grand adventures. Guests discover cultural marvels, unseen landscapes, and dynamic cities as they glide through epic Malaysian landscapes. The train echoes the grand journeys of a bygone era, when richly opulent interiors set the scene for luxuriously slow adventures.

The Journey

DAY 1 | Singapore

Enjoy a champagne brunch at the CÉ LA VI rooftop bar in Singapore before boarding the Eastern & Oriental Express, where your cabin awaits. As the evening draws nearer, gather for a sunset aperitif with Veuve Clicquot Cellar Master Didier Mariotti, and live music as we enter Malaysia.

DAY 2 | Taman Negara National Park

Rise early for a jungle sunrise experience on board, with a Champagne breakfast and live music. On Day 2 disembark for extraordinary experiences in Taman Negara, with its dense jungle, lush mountains, and diverse wildlife. Here, you choose from three extraordinary tours: tiger conservation, nature photography or a cave tour.

Sip champagne in this amazing environment, then return to the train for an elegant lunch. Pass the afternoon with board games like mahjong and Surakarta, sample traditional teas, or simply admire the passing scenery.

In the evening join a Veuve cuvée champagne tasting in the piano bar, before a dinner focused on Garden Gastronomy.

DAY 3 | Penang

Enjoy breakfast in your cabin and explore the train's vintage carriages, perhaps joining in for a reserve wine tasting and quiz.

After a traditional lunch, guests disembark at Penang Island. There's a choice of excursions here that make the most of Malaysia’s cultural melting pot, with different options for art lovers in Georgetown Old Quarter, food aficionados with a cookery class, or a tri-shaw and driver for independent travellers.

In the evening gather for a spectacular finale gala dinner with live music and a DJ. Later, passing by the bright lights of Kuala Lumpur.

DAY 4 | Singapore

Rise early for one final farewell breakfast, complete with Champagne, eggs, caviar and pastries. All too soon guests arrive back in Singapore, where they depart the Eastern & Oriental Express with a lifetime of memories.

Veuve Clicquot style

Onboard gala menus signed by Chef André Chiang and iconic Veuve Clicquot cuvées served on board. Taste the elegant Yellow Label and Brut Rosé, the unique Extra Brut Extra Old and the Vintage series (2002, 2008, and the Rosé 2012, 2015). Discover the prestigious La Grande Dame editions (2008, 2012, 2015 and the Rosé 2004, 2012, 2015) and an exclusive selection of The Cave Privée series (1989, 1990, 1995 and the Rosé 1989, 1996).

Sunset aperitifs at CÉ LA VI SkyBar, exceptional champagne vintage tastings with acclaimed Veuve Clicquot Cellar Master Didier Mariotti

Reserve your space

Travel dates for this Belmond and Veuve Clicquot journey are 22-25 April 2024.

The Apex Travel team would love to work with you to design your trip to Malaysia including your stay in Singapore and train journey on the Eastern Oriental Express with Veuve Clicquot. Click contact us below to connect with our experienced luxury travel team