Highlights of Peninsular Malaysia

Itinerary

• Day 1: Kuala Lumpur, Arrival

  Fly into Malaysia's metropolitan capital of Kuala Lumpur, and transfer to your comfortable hotel to check in. The remainder of today is yours to relax and recover from jet lag.

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• Day 2: Kuala Lumpur, Essential Sights

  The half-day introductory city tour of Kuala Lumpur takes you through some essential sights, starting from the remarkable King's Palace in Islamic style. An insightful visit to the National Museum afterward promises the chance to delve into the country's major historical events and cultural activities. Move on to the National Monument commemorating those who died in Malaysia's struggle for freedom, before roaming around the historically rich Independence Square for superb heritage buildings.

  Before retiring to your hotel, stop by the famed Petronas Twin Towers and almost fairytale Moorish-style railway station to capture amazing Instagram photos. You'll have the rest of today to do some further exploration independently.

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• Day 3: Historical Malacca Day Trip from Kuala Lumpur

  Today is a big day of exploring multicultural heritage around this UNESCO-recognized Malacca, a 2-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur. Your guide will lead you to spot the colonial remains at the red-colored Dutch building called Stadthuys and the Portuguese-built St Paul's Church, followed by a slow yet enjoyable trishaw ride passing by old Dutch buildings, Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple, Kampong Kling Mosque, and Cheng Hoon Teng. After lunch at a local restaurant, hop aboard a riverboat to take in the fantastic riverscape along the Melaka River. As the tour concludes, return to your hotel in Kuala Lumpur.

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• Day 4: Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara

  After breakfast, continue your onward journey to Taman Negara National Park, overland past the pristine landscapes at Jerantut. Once reaching there, take a leisurely cruise along the meandering river deep into the enclosed area, only accessible by boat. Disembark and head over to your hotel. You are then free to relax for a few hours before venturing on a night jungle walk around 8:30 pm to spot nocturnal wildlife

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• Day 5: Taman Negara

  Today, start by exploring the park's pristine natural beauty with a morning jungle trek to Bukit Teresek. Walk along scenic trails through a canopy of trees and colorful flora, and you will then expect to see an array of indigenous wildlife on your next 45-minute hike to the Canopy Walkway (closed on Friday). Then, challenge yourself with a walk through a series of rope bridges over 400 meters long, while enjoying a panoramic view of the surroundings. Return to your hotel for lunch, and embark on an exciting afternoon excursion to Lata Berkoh. Hop aboard a boat to reach the cascading rapids on Sungai Tahan, which invites you to take a refreshing dip in the clear pools or relax by the riverbank to recuperate after one day's adventure.

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• Day 6: Taman Negara - Cameron Highlands

  Say goodbye to the jungle this morning and set off on a 5- to 6-hour scenic drive to Cameron Highlands, commonly known as the Giant Green Carpet of Malaysia. At an altitude of about 1,542 meters above sea level, you will see sweeping tea plantations tucked in the lush hilly mountainscape. Head for a tea plantation and processing factory to learn about the tea-making process, before continuing to some fruit farms and the lively local night market. After that, the vehicle and driver will be at your disposal to explore the highlands at your own pace, with this evening at leisure.

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• Day 7: Cameron Highlands

  Continue your exploration of Cameron highlands today with an excursion to the Mossy Forest of Gunung Brinchang. Hop into a Land Rover through rolling tea plantations up to 2030 meters above sea level to Gunung Brinchang. While enjoying breathtaking views, partake in an interactive "tea talk" with your guide to get a deeper understanding of Malaysian tea culture. Next, take an interpretive walk with your guide into the age-old Mossy forest to identify exotic plants such as moss, ferns, spices, and orchids. If weather permits, drive up to the highest mountain and you will have the reward of magnificent vistas.

  A short drive afterward will take you to the Sungai Palas "BOH" Tea Factory, with a great chance to learn about tea processing and taste various teas. For the rest of the day, the vehicle and driver will be at your disposal to do further exploration.

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• Day 8: Cameron Highlands - Penang

  Leave Cameron Highlands behind as you drive onward to Penang. En route, stop by charming Ipoh to explore its major sights, including St Michael's Institution, Old Railway Station, and Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple.

  Upon arriving in Penang, settle into your hotel and spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure. You might like to spot local favorite eateries from open-air night markets to street food stalls.

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• Day 9: Penang

  Focus this morning on an informative city tour of Penang. Start off to the Batik Factory, where intricate cloth-making skills - indigenous to Malaysia - are on display. Proceed to discover local spirituality and religious culture at two remarkable Buddhist temples, including the Thai-style Wat Chayamangskalaram and Kek Lo Si with Chinese, Thai, and Burmese features, and magnificent Khoo Kongsi, together with a magnificent Chinese clan house of Khoo Kongsi.

  The rest of today is on your own to further explore the city, sample delicacies at traditional coffee shops and eateries, or relax on the beach.

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• Day 10: Penang, Tropical Spice Garden with Cooking Class

  Another wonderful day unfolds as you head out to the Tropical Spice Garden, which boasts over 500 species of herb, spice, and tropical plants tucked within a jungle valley. Wander around the garden and get to know some of the ingredients to be used in the cooking class, before trying your hands at making authentic local dishes under the guidance of professional chefs. After cooking, enjoy your own creations for lunch.

  For the rest of the day, enjoy some leisure time ahead of dinner and spend the evening strolling around either Gurney Drive or Queen Street for all kinds of Malaysian street food.

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• Day 11: Penang, Departure

  Spend your final morning at leisure, and transfer to the airport in time for the next leg of your journey, either home or to your next destination.

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