Malaysia
12 Days / 11 Nights (Highlights of Malaysia)
Itinerary Route Map
Highlights
Explore the modern and historic cityscape of Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy the hilly and lush landscape of the Cameron Highlands. Visit Georgetown, the vibrant and diverse UNESCO-listed capital of Penang. Relax on the pristine and laid-back beaches of Langkawi.
Itinerary Summary
DAY
01
Arrival in Kuala Lumpur
Private transfer from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to your booked accommodation by shared air-conditioned vehicle. The airport is located approximately 55 km from downtown Kuala Lumpur, so the duration of a transfer will be around 50-60 minutes, depending on the traffic.
- Overnight accommodation in Kuala Lumpur included.
DAY
02
Batu Caves Cultural Exploration and Urban Charm Food Tour (Shared)
At 9 am, take the monorail up above the bustling streets of Kuala Lumpur to begin your day at the Sam Kow Tong Temple. Discover the secrets of the ‘Temple of Three Teachings’ and marvel at its location, squatting amongst skyscrapers, before enjoying a light breakfast in a local coffee shop.
Reach the KL Sentral station to catch a train out of the city to the Batu Caves. One of Malaysia’s most important Hindu Temples lies within an impressive cave system where your expert guide will help you understand the religious roots of this diverse nation.
After working up your appetite in the temples, it is time to hit the streets once more to find the nation’s favourite lunch — served on a banana leaf! Walk through one of the city’s busiest streets, Jalan Masjid India, lined with an array of colourful goods and food, before sitting down to your feast. Since this tour doesn’t include a hotel transfer, feel free to arrange transport back to your hotel at your convenience.
Meet your guide again at 5 pm at Parkroyal Collection opposite Sungei Wang Plaza before setting off on a gastronomic adventure through Kuala Lumpur. Visit the iconic Lot 10 Hutong food court, whose restaurants are run by multi-generational families. This is our first stop to savour Malaysia’s quintessential dessert, Cendol—a pandan jellyinfused treat topped with coconut milk and palm sugar.
Travel to Sri Maha Temple via MRT, where you will learn about the temple’s significance within the city’s Indian community.
Itinerary Summary
At a local restaurant, try roti canai—a flavourful Indianinfluenced flatbread served with curry and soup. Further along, sample succulent beef meatballs in hot soup from a 70-year-old establishment.
For the main course, this journey continues to a charcoalfired eatery renowned for its Claypot Chicken Rice, an iconic Malaysian-Chinese dish. After relishing all the good food, visit a hidden café to enjoy meticulously crafted teas that aid digestion.
We conclude this adventure by exploring an alley adorned with lanterns. At the end of the tour, clients can return to Bukit Bintang MRT station by train or choose to immerse themselves further in Chinatown’s nightlife at their leisure.
- Overnight accommodation in Kuala Lumpur included.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Free Day in Kuala Lumpur DAY
As Malaysia’s modern and ever-growing capital, Kuala Lumpur retains a distinctive charm among a plethora of other places that are popular with travellers. Possibly one of the most multicultural cities in Southeast Asia, a majority of Kuala Lumpur’s residents hail from Malay, Chinese, or Indian lineage — making its culture and cuisine a vibrant mix of varied sensibilities and flavours, attracting visitors from all over the world.
You could choose this day to experience this dynamic city in your own way or opt for the Malacca River Cruise and Historical Tour with Lunch, at an additional cost, to explore fortresses, churches, temples, mosques, and museums in this UNESCO World Heritage city.
This excursion also includes a boat ride to take in scenic vistas of bridges and shophouses in Malacca.
- Overnight accommodation in Kuala Lumpur included.
- Breakfast is included at the hotel.
Itinerary Summary
DAY
04
Kuala Lumpur – Cameron Highlands
At 9 am, check out of your hotel and take a three-hour transfer to Cameron Highlands, a breathtaking hilly region boasting lush tea plantations, waterfalls, and pleasant weather all year round. On our way, we make a brief photo stop at Iskandar Waterfall, to relax amid nature and take in the gorgeous sight of water cascading over numerous tiers before culminating in a small pool.
If luck favours, we may have a chance to meet members of the local indigenous community along the way and visit their village and participate in traditional blowpipe demonstrations to see how they are used for hunting and self-defence.
The trip will continue to Kea Farm, where you can purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, before checking into your hotel and spending the rest of your day at leisure.
- Overnight accommodation in Cameron Highlands included. - Breakfast is included at the hotel.
DAY
05
Cameron Highlands - Mossy Forest and Tea Plantation (Private)
Depart at 8 am and do a short trek to the top of the hill while observing the fragile and precious exotic plants such as moss, ferns, and pitcher plants before getting rewarded by a beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding landscape on the hilltop.
A short drive down from the mountain will bring you to the Sungai Palas ‘BOH’ Tea Plantation. In this scenic spot, your expert local guide will explain the tea-making process from cultivation to harvesting and processing to create the final product.
- Overnight accommodation in Cameron Highlands included.
- Breakfast is included at the hotel.
- Entrance fee to Mossy Forest is not included.
Itinerary Summary
DAY
Cameron Highlands – Penang
After checking out of your hotel in the afternoon, enjoy a local lunch (at your own cost) before we take a scenic fourhour drive from Cameron Highlands to our accommodation in George Town. The journey will take approximately four hours. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in the UNESCO World Heritage town exploring its unique culture and diverse sights and scenes.
- Overnight accommodation in Penang included.
- Breakfast is included at the hotel.
Penang Hill and Temple Exploration and Best of Penang’s Street Food Tour (Shared) DAY
Meet your local guide at 9 am and set off to explore Kek Lok Si Temple, one of Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist temples, featuring the impressive 7-tier Pagoda of 10,000 Buddha – showcasing architectural influences from Thai, Burmese, and Chinese styles. Admire the beautiful Bronze Statue of the Goddess of Mercy overlooking the temple before going on a funicular ride up Penang Hill, reaching an elevation of 833 metres above sea level. Enjoy a panoramic view of Georgetown while experiencing the diverse flora and fauna of the region.
Penang Hill Ticket is not included as part of the tour. Depending on the queue on the day, you can decide if you would like to purchase a ticket on the spot.
In the evening, we set off on a leisurely Beca trishaw ride to experience the architectural and gourmet wonders of Georgetown. Pass by historical sites like Kapitan Keling Mosque and Kuan Yin Teng Temple before concluding the nostalgic ride with a stop at Red Garden Food Paradise, a popular night market offering a variety of local and international delights.
- Overnight accommodation in Penang included.
- Breakfast and dinner included.
Itinerary Summary
DAY
08
Free Day in Penang
Spend the day at leisure exploring Penang’s capital, the multicultural and cosmopolitan Georgetown, or opt for our Private Street Art Exploration Tour at an additional cost.
This half-day excursion is led by a local guide, and it highlights the city’s impressive diversity and creative spirit. Witness colourful murals, like ‘Little Boy with Pet Dinosaur’ and ‘Children on a Bicycle’, along with masterpieces like ‘This Old Man’.
After the artistic exploration, unwind at a traditional Chinese coffee shop, where you can enjoy delectable local treats like Char Koay Teow, Lor Bak, and Penang Laksa, followed by coffee and dessert.
- Overnight accommodation in Penang included.
- Breakfast is included at the hotel.
DAY
09
Penang – Langkawi
Meet your designated driver at your hotel lobby (pickup time will be confirmed beforehand) for a transfer to Penang Airport for your short 45-minute flight to Langkawi.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our representative at the airport and enjoy a hassle-free transfer to your accommodation. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
- Transfers to/from airports included.
- Domestic flights from Penang to Langkawi included.
- Overnight accommodation in Langkawi included.
- Breakfast is included at the hotel.
Itinerary Summary
Free Days in Langkawi
The archipelago of Langkawi is the ultimate place to spend the last few days of your Malaysian vacation, relaxing on its serene beaches, enjoying water sports like scuba diving, snorkelling and more (at an additional cost), or exploring the lush natural landscape that is sure to take your breath away.
- Overnight accommodation in Langkawi included.
- Breakfast is included at the hotel.
Departure from Langkawi DAY
12
After breakfast and check out, meet our representative at the hotel lobby and get transferred to the airport for a domestic connection or international flight to your final destination.
- Breakfast is included at the hotel.
Hotels and Destinations
* Overnight addresses are subject to change based on availability on the booking date. We reserve the right to offer/book suitable alternative accommodation if the mentioned overnight address is unavailable. Alternative accomodation will be sourced at the same or a higher standard at Discova’s expense.
Trip Inclusions
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Airport transfers, sightseeing, and day tours as specified in the itinerary.
Overnight stay based on twin share in stated accommodation or similar. Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Service charges and any government taxes.
• Learn more about the destination here: Malaysia Fast Facts For more information on the tour or for extending your stay, speak to us about our range of pre and post accommodation options, just email our team: agents@discova.com or visit www.discova.com