Complete Malaysia

Arrive in Kuala Lumpur

On arrival in Malaysia, you'll be met by your private guide, who will drive you to your hotel in KL. The rest of your day will be at leisure to explore the city.

‘Old & New’ city tour

Journey through Kuala Lumpur’s contrasting neighbourhoods, from historic streets to modern high-rises. Stop at one of the city’s oldest and largest wet markets in Chow Kit district, soaking up the sights and sounds of day-to-day local life. Continue to foodie hot-spot Kampung Baru, where 19th century timber houses are dwarfed by surrounding high-rise buildings in a protected heritage area, and try some of the best Nasi Lemak in the city. Stroll through Bangsar, a cosmopolitan area, dotted with cafes, restaurants and bars, as your guide explains about the area’s exciting urban regeneration. Having seen first-hand how traditional neighbourhoods co-exist alongside the modern, your final stop is at the Traders Hotel 33rd floor SkyBar, which boasts amazing views of the Petronas Twin Towers, to end the day enjoying a leisurely drink with spectacular panoramic views.

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Your day will be at leisure to see KL’s highlights under your own steam, until early evening when you’ll make your way to the Petronas Twin Towers. You’ll have the chance to look out from the Observation Deck on level 86, and walk across the Skybridge that connects the two towers at level 41, a dizzying 557 feet above ground - don't forget to bring your head for heights! Take in the panoramic views and watch the sunset over the city.

Drive to Cameron Highlands via Batu Caves

Travel north to the ancient Batu Cave complex. Pass the giant, gold statue of Hindu deity Murugan at the foot the limestone hill, and climb 272 steps up the outcrop to explore the sacred series of caverns and Hindu temples, and perhaps see a few cheeky macaques scampering over the rocks. Continue north, and after a winding ascent you’ll reach the temperate hill station in the Cameron Highlands, to be greeted by rolling hills and a very welcome drop in humidity.

Embark on a Falls & Farms Discovery walk. This moderate 2-3 hour trek follows a winding, undulating jungle trail to the picturesque Robinson Falls, before passing through the Bertam Valley, one of the main vegetable growing areas of the Cameron Highlands, dotted with farms. Visit one of the region’s famous tea plantations to learn about the traditional techniques, seeing the processes from cultivation to marination and drying, before sampling three of the plantation’s different teas as you overlook the vast terraces below.

Head off early for Penang, leaving the Malay Peninsula as you cross one of the world's longest bridges to Penang Island. The rest of your day will be at leisure to start soaking up Georgetown’s rich heritage.

Tour Penang’s key sights, and graze at the town’s famous foodie hotspots. Make a beeline for the ornate Sri Mahamariamman Temple, pausing for a few Indian-style snacks along the way. Visit the Khoo Kongsi clanhouse, the Pinang Peranakan Mansion museum and historic Fort Cornwallis, then lunch on spicy Penang Laksa rice-noodle soup and coconut-sweet chendol. See Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram’s grand reclining Buddha; visit the Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist temples; and head to Bangkok Lane to try the famous Mee Rebus and Mee Goreng noodles that reflect the area’s Thai and Burmese influences. Your last stop of the day will be the famous Kek Lok Si Buddhist temple: an expansive complex of prayer halls, pagodas and bell towers surrounding a seven storey pagoda and bronze statue of the Goddess of Mercy. After a sight-filled day, the rest of the afternoon will be at leisure to soak up the city’s sights and sounds.

Drive to Belum-Temengor Rainforest

Cross over the Penang Bridge, and head east to the Belum-Temengor Rainforest. Check into the stylish Belum Rainforest Resort and the rest of your day will be at leisure to relax in your serene surroundings.

Rainforest boat trip, village visit, waterfall trek

Set out, first by boat then on foot, in search of the unique Rafflesias: huge plants with broad, other-worldly looking flowers that, rather unsettlingly, smell like rotting flesh (hence its alternative name of 'corpse flower'). Go on the Orang Asli Village to observe the lifestyle of the Jahai tribe, and buy locally-made souvenirs such as blow pipes, bracelets and necklaces made from materials sustainably sourced in the rainforest. Continue to the wet salt lick at Sg. Jenut, where you can see forest animals such as tapirs, deers and even tigers, come to gather essential minerals and nutrients. The final stop of the day is at the Sg.Ruok waterfalls to take a dip in the cool pools.

Drive to Tanjong Jara Resort

After breakfast depart for Kuala Terengganu on the east coast (approximate journey time is 6 hours.) It’s a relatively long drive but there will be the opportunity to stop en-route to stretch your legs. Your destination is the Tanjong Jara Resort: this unmistakably Malay property enjoys an idyllic setting within 17 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens, facing the South China Sea. The resort offers excellent facilities and an award winning spa, perhaps the ideal way to unwind after a long journey. Arrive around 3pm, check in, and the remainder of your day is at leisure. Overnight at Tanjong Jara Resort.

Your day will be at leisure to relax on the beach and make the most of the resort's facilities.

Leave Tanjong Jara bright and early to travel south along the coast, past small villages and traditional wooden homes. Hop aboard the ferry at the Mersing jetty to cross to Tioman Island, where the rest of your day will be at leisure.

At leisure on Tioman Island

Your day will be at leisure to relax on Tioman’s pristine sands, making the most of your resort’s gorgeous surroundings and facilities, being as active or chilled out as you wish.

Boat & car to Malacca, city tour

Catch a scheduled boat to Mersing on the mainland, and meet your driver for the two-hour journey west to Malacca. Enjoy a tour of this historic city, originally founded by a Hindu prince at the turn of the 15th Century, and later a key trading hotspot for Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial forces. Stop at the Porta de Santiago fortress, also known as Famosa Fort; the ruins of St. Paul’s Church; and Cheng Hoon Teng temple’s ancient walls.

Depart Kuala Lumpur

Enjoy a morning at leisure until it’s time to head to Kuala Lumpur for your onward flight.