Itinerary Expand all Day 1 Arrival - Kuala Lumpur Meet and greet at Kuala Lumpur International Airport upon arrival. Then transfer to the hotel for check in, with free time in the afternoon. Accommodation: Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel, 5 Stars (Superior) Day 2 Full Day Kuala Lumpur Walking Tour Take a closer look at the blends of cultures and history, old and new, that define the city on this Kuala Lumpur walking tour. Travel to Kampung Baru, a traditional neighbourhood located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, for the start of the walking tour. Sample Malaysia’s traditional breakfast dish, nasi lemak, at a local café.Continue to Kampung Baru’s daily fresh market. The guide will explain the various spices, fruits and vegetables on offer and share how they are used in Malaysian cuisines. After browsing all this tasty looking food, head to another local coffee house to sample curry laksa. This humble shop is located on Chow Kit Road, an area famous for its delicious laksa shops.Having refuelled, travel next across town by the Light Rail Train, one of the capital’s public transport systems, to the historic colonial centre of town. Walk along an impressive array of architectural wonders dating back to the late 1800s. The guide will explain the origins and influences that led to the development of the stunning facades.Wander onwards to Kuala Lumpur’s China Town area. Explore the eclectic mix of shops and stalls, houses and restaurants. Learn about Malaysia’s Chinese community and their influence on the country’s cuisine while tucking into a bowl of Hokkien Mee at a local restaurant that has been in open for over 100 years. There is also a chance to sample Chinese tea and learn from the local merchants about its health benefits.Having spent the day immersed in Kuala Lumpur’s diverse traditions and cultures, return to the hotel for a rest or continue exploring the city independently. Accommodation: Renaissance Kuala Lum-pur Hotel, 5 Stars (Superior) Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 Kuala Lumpur - Batu Caves - Cameron Highlands After breakfast, check out at 9am and depart for Cameron Highlands. Enroute, stop by at Batu Caves, a limestone outcrop just outside of the city. Hindu worshippers from across the world come to pay their respects at this unique site which features three main caves. Ascend the 272 stairs to view the icons and paintings dedicated to Lord Rama.Enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants before continuing to the Cameron Highlands. You will arrive mid-afternoon and check in to your hotel before spending the afternoon at leisure.This evening, sample produce from a local restaurant farm with a “steamboat” A must-have meal when in the highlands. Accommodation: The Lakehouse, 5 stars (Family Suite) Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 4 Cameron Highlands - Penang Start early to enjoy the crisp morning air and light streaming across the Cameron Highland. Visit the BOH tea plantation, which was established in 1929 by a British merchant. Here, guests will enjoy a tour of the plantation, learning about the processes of tea production before sampling the produce from an outdoor café with extensive views across the plantation.Travel down the winding range and onwards to Penang, a 4-4.5 hour journey, stopping en route at the historical mining town of Ipoh. Enjoy a local lunch before visiting the Perak Tong Cave Temple. Created in 1926 by a local Chinese couple, this beautiful temple features brightly coloured murals as well as a large standing Buddha - a serene experience.After, travel a further 2 hours to Georgetown, Penang. Arrive to Penang mid-afternoon and check in to the hotel. Penang has long been recorded on traders’ maps as a place of refuge to rest and restock when traversing the long route from India to China. Blessed with a natural harbour and bountiful fresh water, it came under British control in the mid 1700s. Today, UNESCO-listed Penang is still calling visitors to its shores, promising a distinctive cuisine and colonial charm. Accommodation: Four Points by Sheraton Penang, 3 Stars (Deluxe Oceanfront) Meals included: Breakfast Day 5 Full Day Penang City Tour Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. At 9am, depart for the tour of Georgetown city and its main attractions. Stop at the Thai Temple of the Reclining Buddha and at the Burmese Temple. Continue to visit the Khoo Kongsi, beautiful Chinese Clan House and visit the Baba & Nyonya Mansion, picturesque museum is located near Little India near the beautiful St. George's Anglican Church. The city tour will allow you to also visit the Kek Lok Si Temple, the biggest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. Accommodation: Four Points by Sheraton Penang, 3 Stars (Deluxe Oceanfront) Meals included: Breakfast Days 6-11 Relax in Langkawi Check out and transfer to Penang Ferry Terminal for a speedboat ride to Langkawi. Upon arrival, meet and greet our representative and transfer to the hotel for check in. Enjoy the next few days relaxing on the beach or by the pool. There are optional island-hopping and boat trips that can be done during your stay. Accommodation: Berjaya Langkawi Resort, 4 Stars (Family Chalet) Meals included: Breakfast Day 12 Langkawi - Kuala Lumpur Enjoy breakfast at the resort. You will have some free time until your departure transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Kuala Lumpur.Meet and greet at Kuala Lumpur International Airport upon arrival. Transfer to the hotel for check in and relax. Accommodation: Renaissance Kuala Lum-pur Hotel, 5 Stars (Superior) Meals included: Breakfast Day 13 Depart Kuala Lumpur Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Free time at leisure until your departure transfer to the airport for your onwards flight where your trips end. Accommodation: None Meals included: Breakfast
Malaysia A visa is not required for most nationalities including British, EU, US, Canada, Australia and NZ nationals. If you are unsure of the requirements please check with your nearest Malaysian embassy.
Malaysia There are no mandatory vaccination requirements. Recommended vaccinations are: Polio, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Typhoid, Hepatitis A. The risk of malaria is slight, but you may wish to consult your GP or travel health clinic for further advice. Dengue fever is a known risk in places visited. It is a tropical viral disease spread by daytime biting mosquitoes. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available for Dengue, and therefore the best form of prevention is to avoid being bitten. We recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Zika fever is a mosquito‐borne viral disease and a known risk in places visited on this trip. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available, we therefore strongly recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
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