Epic Roundtrip Train Journey from Jakarta to Saudi Arabia

Day 1: Jakarta Departure

Jakarta, Indonesia on May 9, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Gado Gado Boplo

Start your day with an authentic Indonesian breakfast featuring gado gado, a fresh vegetable salad with peanut sauce, available from 7:00am at this popular local eatery.
IDR50000, 0h45m

9:00am

Board train to Surabaya

Begin your train journey heading east towards Surabaya. The trip takes around 12 hours offering scenic views of Java island.
IDR300000, 12h0m

9:00pm

Dinner at Tunjungan Plaza Food Court

Enjoy a variety of Indonesian and international cuisines at Surabaya's popular shopping complex food court, open until 10:00pm.
IDR70000, 1h0m
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Day 2: Surabaya to Singapore

Surabaya, Indonesia / Singapore on May 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Lontong Balap Garuda

Try the famous Surabaya lontong balap, a rice cake dish with tofu and bean sprouts, starting at 7:00am before your departure.
IDR40000, 0h45m

9:00am

Surabaya to Singapore flight (cannot travel by train directly)

As there is no direct train crossing sea to Singapore, take a short 1.5-hour flight from Surabaya airport to Singapore to continue your journey.
SGD150, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Maxwell Food Centre, Singapore

Taste iconic Singaporean dishes like chicken rice or laksa within this vibrant, open-air hawker center open from 11:00am.
SGD10, 1h0m

2:00pm

Board train to Kuala Lumpur

Take the KTM train from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, a comfortable journey through Malaysia lasting about 7 hours.
MYR50, 7h0m

9:00pm

Dinner at Jalan Alor Night Market

Indulge in diverse Malaysian street food at one of Kuala Lumpur's famed night markets, open until midnight.
MYR20, 1h30m
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Day 3: Explore Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Village Park Restaurant

Savor the famous nasi lemak, Malaysia's national dish, available from 7:00am at this popular spot.
MYR15, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Petronas Twin Towers

Experience the iconic twin towers with ticketed observation deck visits generally open 9:00am–9:00pm. Pre-book tickets to secure entry.
MYR80, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Madam Kwan’s

Enjoy authentic Malaysian flavors like rendang or curry dishes in a comfy indoor setting.
MYR40, 1h15m

2:00pm

Board train to Bangkok

Take an overnight train from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok (this segment may require change trains in Hat Yai), encompassing diverse Southeast Asian landscapes.
THB900, 12h0m

7:30pm

Dinner on board or station food

Taste local Thai snacks at the train station or enjoy simple meals on board, typically available throughout the journey.
THB100, variable
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Day 4: Bangkok Highlights

Bangkok, Thailand on May 12, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at On Lok Yun

Classic Thai breakfast consisting of toast, soft-boiled eggs, and coffee, served starting 6:30am at this heritage cafe.
THB60, 0h45m

8:30am

Visit The Grand Palace

Explore one of Bangkok’s most famous landmarks, open 8:30am–3:30pm, showcasing exquisite architecture and history.
THB500, 2h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Thip Samai Pad Thai

Taste arguably the best Pad Thai in Thailand, well-known among locals and tourists alike.
THB100, 1h0m

2:00pm

Board train to Vientiane

Take an afternoon train or train-bus combo heading north towards Laos’ capital, Vientiane. This is a long journey that may span overnight.
USD35, 14h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Local Market

Grab dinner at a local market where you can try Lao specialties, open until late.
USD5, 1h0m
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