Malaysia Highlights 10 Days – Kuala Lumpur, Penang & Langkawi

Tour Overview

Experience the best of Malaysia on this comprehensive 10-day highlights tour, from the vibrant capital of Kuala Lumpur with its iconic Petronas Twin Towers to the UNESCO World Heritage cities of George Town (Penang) and Malacca, the beautiful island of Langkawi with its stunning beaches, the cool Cameron Highlands with its tea plantations, and the pristine rainforest of Taman Negara (the oldest rainforest in the world). Malaysia is a fascinating blend of cultures (Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous), cuisines, landscapes, and traditions, and this tour covers the very best of this beautiful country.

Itinerary Highlights

Day 1: Arrival in Kuala Lumpur

Arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Transfer to your hotel. Explore Kuala Lumpur: visit the iconic Petronas Twin Towers (the tallest twin towers in the world), the KL Tower, the Bukit Bintang shopping and entertainment district, and the beautiful city parks. Evening welcome dinner with Malaysian cuisine. Overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

Day 2: Kuala Lumpur – Culture, Food & Markets

Morning explore Kuala Lumpur: visit the Central Market (Pasar Seni), Petaling Street (Chinatown), Little India (Brickfields), the National Mosque, the Jamek Mosque, and the Batu Caves (with its iconic giant golden statue of Lord Murugan and its 272 steps). Afternoon food tour of Kuala Lumpur, visiting the famous hawker centers and food spots including Lot 10 Hutong, Jalan Alor, and Petaling Street. Sample nasi lemak, satay, char kway teow, laksa, roti canai, cendol, and more. Evening dinner with Malaysian cuisine. Overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

Day 3: Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands

Morning drive from Kuala Lumpur to the Cameron Highlands (approximately 3-4 hours), a beautiful hill station in the mountains of Pahang, at an altitude of 1,500 meters, famous for its cool climate, its beautiful tea plantations, its strawberry farms, its flower gardens, and its lush green scenery. Upon arrival, explore the Cameron Highlands: visit the famous tea plantations (including the Boh Tea Plantation, the largest tea plantation in Malaysia, with its beautiful rolling green hills and its tea factory), visit a strawberry farm (pick your own strawberries), visit the flower gardens and the various farms, and enjoy the beautiful cool climate and the stunning mountain scenery. Visit the nearby Mossy Forest (a beautiful cloud forest with its unique moss-covered trees and its unique flora and fauna), and the various hiking trails. Evening dinner with local cuisine. Overnight in Cameron Highlands.

Day 4: Cameron Highlands to Taman Negara

Morning drive from the Cameron Highlands to Taman Negara (approximately 4-5 hours), the oldest rainforest in the world (over 130 million years old), one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, with its lush rainforest, its diverse wildlife (including tigers, elephants, tapirs, leopards, and various species of monkeys, birds, and insects), its beautiful rivers, and its unique canopy walkway. Upon arrival, check into your resort or guesthouse. Afternoon explore Taman Negara: take a boat ride along the Tembeling River, enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery, and look for wildlife. Visit the famous Canopy Walkway (a suspension bridge through the rainforest canopy, at a height of 40 meters, with stunning views of the rainforest and the surrounding area). Visit the various hiking trails and look for wildlife including various species of birds, monkeys, and other animals. Evening night walk in the rainforest (a unique experience to look for nocturnal wildlife including various species of nocturnal birds, insects, and possibly other nocturnal animals). Dinner at the resort. Overnight in Taman Negara.

Day 5: Taman Negara to Malacca (Melaka)

Morning continue exploring Taman Negara: take an early morning boat ride or hike to look for wildlife (the early morning is one of the best times to see wildlife). Visit the nearby Orang Asli village (the indigenous people of Peninsular Malaysia, with their unique culture and traditional way of life). Learn about their culture, their traditional hunting and gathering methods, and their unique way of life in the rainforest. After lunch, drive from Taman Negara to Malacca (Melaka, approximately 4-5 hours), a historic UNESCO World Heritage city on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Upon arrival, check into your hotel. Explore Malacca: visit the famous Jonker Walk (the famous night market and street in the Chinatown of Malacca), the Stadthuys (the famous Dutch-era town hall), the Christ Church, the A Famosa (the Portuguese fortress), the St. Paul’s Hill (with the ruins of St. Paul’s Church), and the various museums including the Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum. Evening dinner with Malacca cuisine including chicken rice balls, nyonya laksa, satay celup, and cendol. Overnight in Malacca.

Day 6: Malacca to Penang (George Town)

Morning continue exploring Malacca, visiting any sites you may have missed. After breakfast, take a bus or taxi from Malacca to Penang (George Town, approximately 5-6 hours), or take a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Penang (with a transfer through Kuala Lumpur). Upon arrival in Penang, check into your hotel in George Town, the UNESCO World Heritage city and the food capital of Malaysia. Explore George Town: visit the historic core (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the famous street art (including the iconic murals by Ernest Zacharevic), the Clan Jetties (including the famous Chew Jetty), the Kapitan Keling Mosque, the Sri Mahamariamman Temple, the St. George’s Church, and the bustling markets and food streets. Evening food tour of Penang, visiting the famous food streets and hawker centers including Kimberley Street, Chulia Street, and the Gurney Drive Hawker Centre. Sample Penang char kway teow, Penang laksa (assam laksa), nasi kandar, hokkien mee, lor bak, oh chien, cendol, and more. Overnight in George Town, Penang.

Day 7: Penang – Food, Heritage & Hills

Morning continue the food adventure in Penang, visiting more food spots and hawker centers. Visit the Penang State Museum, the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (the Blue Mansion), and the various other historic sites. After lunch, visit the Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera, with its funicular railway, its stunning views, and its beautiful gardens). Visit the Kek Lok Si Temple (the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia, with its beautiful pagodas, its giant Buddha statue, and its stunning architecture). Visit the nearby town of Batu Ferringhi (a beautiful beach area with its stunning beaches, its beachfront restaurants and bars, and its vibrant night market). Visit the Batu Ferringhi Night Market. Evening farewell dinner with Penang cuisine. Overnight in George Town, Penang.

Day 8: Penang to Langkawi

Morning take a flight or ferry from Penang to Langkawi (approximately 1 hour by flight or 2.5-3 hours by ferry). Upon arrival in Langkawi, the largest island in the Langkawi archipelago, famous for its stunning beaches, its crystal-clear waters, its lush rainforests, its beautiful mangroves, and its duty-free shopping. Transfer to your hotel or resort on one of the beautiful beaches of Langkawi (such as Pantai Cenang or Pantai Tengah). Explore Langkawi: visit the beautiful Pantai Cenang (the most popular beach in Langkawi), the nearby Pantai Tengah (a quieter and more relaxed beach), and the bustling night market and various shops and restaurants. After lunch, visit the Langkawi Cable Car (one of the steepest cable cars in the world, taking you up to the top of Mount Mat Cincang, with its stunning views of Langkawi and the surrounding islands, its beautiful Sky Bridge (a stunning curved pedestrian bridge suspended between two mountains), and its beautiful rainforest scenery). Take the cable car to the top, walk across the Sky Bridge, and enjoy the stunning views. Visit the nearby Seven Wells Waterfall. Evening dinner with fresh seafood and Malaysian cuisine on the beach. Overnight in Langkawi.

Day 9: Langkawi – Island Hopping & Mangroves

Morning go on an island hopping tour around Langkawi, visiting the various beautiful islands in the archipelago. Visit the Dayang Bunting Island (the second-largest island in Langkawi, with its beautiful lake (Tasik Dayang Bunting, the Lake of the Pregnant Maiden), its crystal-clear water, and its beautiful setting). Visit the lake, go for a swim, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Visit the Singa Besar Island (a beautiful island with its beautiful beaches and its wildlife). Visit the Beras Basah Island (a beautiful small island with its stunning white sand beach, its crystal-clear water, and its beautiful setting). Visit the various other islands and enjoy the beautiful scenery. After the island hopping tour, visit the Kilim Karst Geoforest Park (a beautiful geoforest park with its stunning karst landscape, its beautiful mangrove forests, its caves, and its diverse wildlife, including eagles, monkeys, monitor lizards, otters, and various birds). Take a boat tour through the mangrove forests, visit the caves (including the famous Bat Cave and the Crocodile Cave), see the diverse wildlife, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Visit the famous eagle feeding spot. Evening dinner with fresh seafood. Overnight in Langkawi.

Day 10: Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur & Departure

Morning enjoy a final beach walk or swim in Langkawi. Do some last-minute duty-free shopping (Langkawi is a duty-free island, with great prices on alcohol, chocolate, perfume, cosmetics, and various other goods). Visit the various duty-free shops and shopping malls for souvenirs. After lunch, take a flight from Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur (approximately 1 hour). Upon arrival in Kuala Lumpur, depending on your flight schedule, do some last-minute shopping or visit the various attractions. Afterward, transfer to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for your departure flight. Concluding your 10-day Malaysia highlights comprehensive tour.

What’s Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Driver
• Fuel Cost, Parking Fee, Toll Fee
• Accommodation in selected hotels
• Daily breakfast

What’s Not Included

• Entrance fees to attractions
• Tour Guide
• Meal (lunch and dinner)
• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses