Malaysia Grand Tour

27 days

Indicative cost incl. flights:

A typical 4* holiday costs from
£6,950 per person

(Based on two people travelling. Low season can be a lot cheaper, and peak season or 5* hotels can be substantially more expensive.)

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Belum Rainforest

Cameron Highlands & Ipoh

Kota Bharu

Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Terengganu & Redang Island

Malacca

Perhentian Islands

Taman Negara National Park

Tioman Island

Day 1

Fly overnight to Malaysia - traveling via Kuala Lumpur or Singapore to arrive to Malacca

Day 2

Upon arrival in Malacca you will be met by your local guide and head to your hotel to check in. This afternoon cruise the river to start exploring Malacca at a leisurely pace.

Day 3

A classic city tour of Malacca is the perfect start to your trip - learn about Malaysia's rich history, great food and melting pot of cultures, which are more evident here than anywhere else in the country.

Day 4

Travel to Mersing Jetty for your speedboat to Tioman Island. A jungle clad island surrounded by white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, Tioman is our favourite hideaway on the east coast!

Day 5

The day is yours to enjoy relaxation

Day 6

Another day relaxing in paradise...

Day 7

Arrive to Kuala Lumur today. Spend the afternoon at leisure before an exciting evening tour of the vibrant city nightlife - dine amongst the stars and enjoy the KLCC Lake Symphony

Day 8

Visit the impressive cave temples in the towering limestone hills outside Kuala Lumpur - the Batu Caves. The rest of the day is free to explore at your own pace.

Day 9

Head deep into the ancient rainforest of Taman Negara where you will stay amongst the resident wildlife - nature trails can be enjoyed, as well as canopy walks.

Day 10

Home to Malayan tiger, Malayan gaur (seladang) and Asian elephant Taman Negara is a wildlife hot spot so head out into the canopy or cruise the Tahan River

Day 11

Continue overland to Cameron Highlands. On arrival you are free to relax, enjoy a high tea or head to the spa for some well deserved pampering!

Day 12

Trek the Montane Rainforest in the highlands before a visit to the tea plantations and a local tea factory.

Day 13

Journey onwards to Penang where you will visit Penang Hill and The Habitat and ride on the Funicular railway back down towards Penang's heritage town.

Day 14

Time for a beach break! Catch a boat across to the tropical paradise of Langkawi

Day 15

Full day free on the beach

Day 16

Another day of leisure in Langkawi or add on some local sightseeing

Day 17

Full day free on the beach

Day 18

Another day of leisure in Langkawi or add on some local sightseeing

Day 19

Check out and continue back to Penang where the afternoon is free to explore Georgetown or walk the heritage trails.

Day 20

Belum Rainforest is the next destination - a place where visits to remote villages, hidden waterfalls and an array of wildlife (include wild elephants) can all be enjoyed

Day 21

Tour Lake Banding and Belum State Park on a private tour. Keep your eyes peeled for hornbill around the waters edge.

Day 22

Travel onwards to Kuala Terengganu through the countryside, keeping your eyes peeled for wildlife along the way. On arrival you may be lucky enough to see turtles nesting or hatching on the beach

Day 23

A countryside tour is an ideal way to start the day, followed by a visit to a batik workshop. The afternoon is free to relax.

Day 24

Continue to Kota Bharu. Arrive to the jetty and travel by boat to the pristine Perhentian Islands - await the WOW on arrival...

Day 25

Free day to enjoy total relaxation

Day 26

Another day in paradise with nothing planned...

Day 27

Travel back to the mainland by boat and onwards to the airport for your departure flight....to make this the Ultimate Malaysian holiday add on a short tour of Borneo

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Everything we do is tailor-made; our itineraries are just suggestions to give you an idea of what is possible. Please contact us so we can tailor the perfect holiday exclusively for you.

Looking to cover all of peninsular Malaysia’s best sights in one trip? Then this is the ideal holiday. A mix of city, rainforest and beach this 4 week itinerary will allow you to experience all that Malaysia has to offer with plenty of downtime built in along the way. Short stops are limited so you can enjoy at least 2-3 nights in each location, with a 5 night beach break built in mid way, as well as a final beach stop to end the trip. For those looking for the Ultimate adventure combine this with one of our Borneo itineraries for an unforgettable holiday!

This holiday can be fully tailored and for such a long trip we recommend speaking to our specialist to ensure that you have the right destinations, best hotels to suit your needs and the right balance of sightseeing and leisure time throughout. We’re experts at what we do, so can certainly help in planning a perfect holiday.

2 nights Malacca – 3 nights Tioman Island – 2 nights Kuala Lumpur – 2 nights Taman Negara – 2 nights Cameron Highlands – 1 night Penang – 5 nights Langkawi – 1 night Penang – 2 nights Belum Rainforest – 2 nights Terengganu – 3 nights Perhentian Islands

When to go:

Year-round

Weather:

Average Temp. 29C
Rainfall 180mm/month (tropical climate)
Water Temp. 29C

Flight time:

13hrs from London

Testimonials:

“We had an amazing time, thank you so much for all your input and arranging it for us. Nothing could have been better. I’m trying to think of anything to tell you to improve it but I really know that you had it all covered.”
Mrs Robertson