Take in the awe of Kuala Lumpur, the beauty of the Cameron Highlands, leisurely pastimes in Penang, and the scenic delights of Langkawi. This 12 day itinerary offers travellers fabulous diversity, with city sightseeing, tea tours in the lush highlands, through to blissful days on the beach with the possibility of various leisure activities and even scaling lofty heights in a cable car to take in panoramic views from a sky bridge.
Experience the great variety of Malaysia with its super modern cities, highlands and tea estates, historic old towns and tropical islands
Relax in style at the Ritz Carlton Langkawi, on a bay of golden sands and surrounded by rainforest
Explore Penang, with its lively food scene, historic fort and well preserved streets with a street art trail.
Escape to the cool Cameron Highlands, and walk in verdant hills to lush tea estates
On arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to the city for a 2 night stay at the Shangri La-Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. An urban sanctuary surrounded by gardens, the hotel is a perfect base for exploring the city, with luxury amenities including a resort-style pool plus health club and spa.
In the morning you will take a half day private city tour, unveiling the beauty and charm of the old and new Kuala Lumpur. View the contrast of the magnificent skyscrapers alongside buildings of a bygone colonial era. Highlights of the tour include stops at the Petronas Twin Towers, King’s Palace, National Monument, Museum and Mosque plus the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. You will have plenty of photo opportunities along the way. The afternoon is then free to spend at leisure, perhaps shopping, relaxing or heading out on further explorations.
This morning, journey north for a 2 night stay at Cameron Highlands Resort. En route you will arrive at Tapah town, in the foothills, before winding an impressive 5,000 feet above sea level to the BOH Tea Factory, stopping off at Iskandar waterfalls. Experience a Tea Appreciation Tour, with a tea bush walk and factory tour offering first hand insight into how Malaysian teas are made. Sip afternoon tea while overlooking the flourishing plantation and undulating hills, before venturing off on your tour of Cameron Highlands. You will then arrive at the hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Today is free to spend enjoying the resort’s activities and amenities. Unwind in the picturesque surroundings, try a relaxing treatment in the Spa Village or venture out on a guided trek, rambling through lush jungle trails.
Depart the hotel for your scenic road journey to the island of Penang. Descend the winding road to Simpang Pulai and then cross the Penang Bridge, measuring an impressive 8.5 miles, before arriving onto Penang where you will spend 2 nights at the historic Eastern & Oriental Hotel.
Today is free to spend at leisure. Stroll out of the hotel and explore Georgetown with its vibrant foodie scene, street art and cosmopolitan history. Or take a trip into the islands lush interior and highlands, including the botanic gardens.
You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the airport for a short flight to Langkawi. On arrival you will be met and driven to The Ritz Carlton Langkawi for a 5 night stay.
While away your days on this tropical island. Enjoy the hotel’s fabulous beachfront setting, nestled between the rainforest and the ocean shores. Take a nature walk to discover local flora and fauna, go on a mangrove tour or kayak the Kubang Badak River. Be sure to take the cable car, ascending 700 metres above sea level, and cross the sky bridge to experience the most incredible treetop views of the island.
Today you will be collected from the hotel and transferred back to Langkawi Airport for your return flight to the UK, via Kuala Lumpur.