Legendary Malaysia
Daily.
PRIVATE tour
- Breakfast & lunch. Dinner is also included on days 4-7.
- 4*Plus PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur; 4* Strawberry Park Resort, Cameron Highlands, 3* Tiger Rock Pangkor Island; Muntri Mews (unique), Penang; 4* Renai, Kota Bahru; 3* Primula Beach, Kuala Terengganu & 4* Swiss Garden Resort, Kuantan.
- The price shown is based on the best value travel dates in low season and includes international flights, transfers between the airport and your hotels, shared boat transfer to/from Pangkor Island, accommodation, services of an English speaking guide, sightseeing as stated and entrance fees.
- The tea plantation in the Cameron Highlands is closed on Mondays; In George Town some of the places are closed on Sundays and public holidays; some places on the east coast are closed on Fridays and during Ramadan.
- This holiday is 100% financially protected. ATOL protected 2713
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Day 1 Fly to Kuala Lumpur
On arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 Cameron Highlands
Depart Kuala Lumpur and travel by road to the Cameron Highlands, a former weekend retreat during the British colonial rule. Enroute, stop at the famous Batu Caves, enjoy lunch at Tapah and also see the Lata Iskandar Waterfall. On arrival this afternoon visit the tea plantation and vegetable markets before an evening visit to the township of Tanah Rata (approx 3 hours drive). Visit an Aboriginal settlement before stopping at the Sam Poh Tong Cave temple in Gunung Rapat.
Enjoy time to explore the temple and admire the various statues of Buddha which are set among the natural stalactites and stalagmites. After lunch, continue to Pangkor's jetty to transfer by ferry and onwards by road to your hotel (approx 4½ hours drive).
Days 3-5 Pangkor
Spend a full day relaxing before taking the ferry back to the mainland and continuing by road to Penang. En route stop at Kuala Kangsar, an attractive royal town for the chance to visit the Ubudiah Mosque and the Iskandariah Palace (royal palace). Arrive Penang late afternoon and this evening visit a traditional Nyonya restaurant where you will get to try a variety of dishes (approx 3 hours drive).
Days 6-8 Penang
Explore the delights of George Town. Wander through Little India, admire the Sri Mahamariamman Temple, and experience the hustle and bustle of the Spice Market. After lunch at a traditional banana leaf restaurant explore George Town's inner enclave beginning with the Kuan Yin Temple. Continue on to the Kapitan Kling Mosque, Cannon Square and Sun Yat Sen Museum.
As day slips into night board a trishaw and sit back whilst taking in the sights, smells and sounds of old George Town before ending the night at an outdoor hawker stand, eating as the locals do.
Day 9 Kota Bahru
Depart Penang for a scenic drive to Kota Bahru. The road cuts through mountain ranges and has breathtaking views of tropical rainforest, rubber and oil palm plantations plus a vast lake. There are photo stops along the way and lunch is at a local restaurant. Arrive Kota Bahru this afternoon (approx 5½ hours drive). Visit the Central Market for a stroll amidst the bustle and colourful stalls.
Day 10 Kuala Terengganu
Continue along the coastal roads towards Kuala Terengganu, stopping enroute to visit Pulau Rusa, a local fishing village. Travel onwards along Chinatown and view the Maziah Palace and State Mosque (approx 3 hours drive). Visit fishing villages, brassware and weaving cottage industries.
Days 11-12 Kuantan
On arrival in Kuantan the rest of the day is at leisure (approx 2¾ hours drive). Travel to Pekan stopping to view some of the exclusive residences of the royal family and the Summer Palace of the Sultan (external viewing only). Visit the Watercraft Gallery which houses traditional river crafts including dug-outs and bamboo houseboats. At the State Museum, trace the heritage line of the Sultan of Pahang. Finally, spend time at Pulau Keladi.
Day 13 Kuantan
Travel by road back to Kuala Lumpur for your onward journey (approx 3 hours drive).
Need to know
Departures
Daily.
Meals
Breakfast & lunch. Dinner is also included on days 4-7.
Accommodation
4*Plus PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur; 4* Strawberry Park Resort, Cameron Highlands, 3* Tiger Rock Pangkor Island; Muntri Mews (unique), Penang; 4* Renai, Kota Bahru; 3* Primula Beach, Kuala Terengganu & 4* Swiss Garden Resort, Kuantan.
Tour price
The price shown is based on the best value travel dates in low season and includes international flights, transfers between the airport and your hotels, shared boat transfer to/from Pangkor Island, accommodation, services of an English speaking guide, sightseeing as stated and entrance fees. Pay us: £4049 | Pay locally: £10
Notes
The tea plantation in the Cameron Highlands is closed on Mondays; In George Town some of the places are closed on Sundays and public holidays; some places on the east coast are closed on Fridays and during Ramadan.
Legendary Malaysia
Daily.
PRIVATE tour
Local fees
Pay us: £4049 | Pay locally: £10
