7-Days Best of Malaysia

4.4
(9 reviews)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

7 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

See the best of Malaysia on a 7-day coach tour, traveling round-trip from Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy accommodations at popular resorts in five fantastic locations — Cameron Highlands, Penang, Kota Bharu, Kuala Terengganu and Kuantan — where you’ll discover natural and cultural highlights with your informative guide. Visit the Islamic Civilization Park, tour a tea plantation, and ride a trishaw around Georgetown, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Hotel pickup and drop-off is included, with the additional option to transfer to the Kuala Lumpur airport on Day 7.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
6 nights’ accommodation in 3- to 5-star hotels
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Breakfast (Optional[6])
Breakfast
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Compulsory Malaysia Tourism Tax, RM10 per room/night, collected and payable directly to hotel.
Compulsory Kota Bharu City Fee, RM3 per room/night, collected and payable directly at staying hotel.
Compulsory Penang Local Fee, RM3 per room/night, collected and payable directly at staying hotel.
Compulsory Pahang Sustainability Fee, RM3 per room/night, collected and payable directly to hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Meet at hotel lobby/concierge for pick-up.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Kuala Lumpur - Cameron Highlands

    1 stop
  • 1
    Cameron Highlands

    After breakfast, drive North towards Cameron Highland stopping en-route at Lata Iskandar Waterfall and orang asli. Tour the Highlands visiting the tea plantation, tea factory (factory operation is closed on Mon & public holidays), marketplace and cactus garden.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Cameron Highlands - Ipoh - Kuala Kangsar - Penang

    3 stops
  • 2
    Ipoh

    Set off early to Penang. En-route stop in Ipoh and the Royal town of Kuala Kangsar. Discover Ipoh Oldtown. Brief tour of the colonial Ipoh town, including the “Taj Mahal of Ipoh” – the Moorish-style Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Town Hall. Walk along Concubine Lane- formerly was a residential area to many rich Chinese magnate and British officers. Today, the pre-war shophouses that line the street have been restored to their former glory.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Drive around Bukit Chandan. View Malaysia’s unique architecture of the exterior of Masjid Ubudiah, Istana Iskandariah, and Istana Kenangan (Royal Gallery), with photo stop. Continue to visit the Labu Sayong Center where unique shaped pots are made with deft hands and creative inspirations mostly by womenfolk.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    George Town

    Cross over to Penang, the “Pearl of the Orient” via one of the longest bridges in the world.

  • Day 3

    Penang: Georgetown City & Heritage Tour

    1 stop
  • 5
    George Town

    Today visit the 3rd longest reclining Buddha figure in the world followed by Kek Lok Si Temple, the Temple of 1000 Buddhas. Visit Fort Cornwallis (photo stop), the water village of The Clan Jetties at Weld Quay and “The Street of Harmony” where churches, Chinese temples, mosques, and Hindu temples harmonious exist side by side. Be amazed by the intricate Khoo Kong Si clan’s house. Enjoy a breezy trishaw ride. Afternoon is at leisure.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Penang - Kota Bharu

    2 stops
  • 6

    Today, travel from the west to the east of Peninsular Malaysia through the main mountain range, take in breathtaking views of the dense tropical rain forest. En route, rest at Banding Island with its scenic view of Temenggor Lake.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Continue drive to Kota Bharu, Kelantan, a friendly small town. Check-in and overnight.

  • Day 5

    Kota Bharu - Kuala Terengganu

    2 stops
  • 8

    This morning visits to the famous and colourful famous wet market of Kota Bharu. Witness the traditional lifestyle of villagers such as silver handicraft, and the traditional Wau (kite) making.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Enjoy the scenic drive along the coastline southward towards Kuala Terengganu. Enjoy some delectable local chips made of fish or prawn. Explore the Islamic Civilization showcasing twenty replicas of great Islamic monuments of the world. The rest of the afternoon is free to spend at leisure.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Kuala Terengganu - Kuantan

    1 stop
  • 10

    Drive further South towards Kuantan. En-route visit to the Batik Gallery, Malaysia’s famous art textile made from wax, using hand-drawn or hand-blocked technique. Taste the popular Malay delicacy of this region, “lemang”, rice cooked with coconut milk in bamboo. Visit scenic coastal fishing villages and a turtle information Centre (closed on Friday & Saturday). Enjoy a local tea break.

    6 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 7

    Kuantan - Kuala Lumpur

    2 stops
  • 11

    Early set off to Kuala Lumpur. En-route stop at the quaint historic town of Sungai Lembing situated North–West from Kuantan. Stop at a hanging bridge for a scenic view of the surroundings. Visit Sungai Lembing Museum, dedicated to the memories of the heydays of Sungai Lembing as the town with the largest, longest, and deepest subterranean tin mine in the world

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Kuala Lumpur

    Drop-off in Kuala Lumpur, or Kuala Lumpur International Airport (flight departure to be after 2000hrs).

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • During the fasting month of Ramadhan, Islamic Civilization Park is closed. We will then replace it with a visit to Losong Museum
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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