50/50 - anniversary destinations
Two destinations are celebrating 50 years of independence from the United Kingdom in 2013 - Singapore and Zanzibar.
Singapore is often seen as either a launching pad for a tour of South East Asia travelling up through the fascinating countries of Malaysia, Thailand and on into Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and now Burma, or the final destination of a southbound trip before either heading home or continuing on to the gorgeous islands of Indonesia. Take a look at our Hey Hey Malay tour taking in the jungles of Thailand's Khao Sok National Park, the tropical beaches near Krabi, the tea plantations of Malaysia's Cameron Highlands and the cultural melting pot of Malacca before crossing the Straits of Johore to both the modern and ancient delights of Singapore.
Zanzibar - the famous Spice Island - offers a rich cultural heritage including both the spice and slave trade history as well as lush scenery, idyllic beaches, mouth-watering food, dhow sailing expeditions and even swimming with dolphin options. The perfect contrast to your East African safari experience. A number of our African tours include several days on this colourful island but how about the enticingly named Road to Zanzibar which combines wildlife safaris in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, hiking in the secluded Usambara Mountains, community interaction at Mto Wa Mbu village and a glorious four days enjoying Zanzibar's Stone Town, spice plantations and Indian Ocean beaches.
