In the wealthy capital, Kuala Lumpur, huge skyscrapers sit next to remnants of traditional Malay villages. In Malaysia’s smaller towns such as Terengganu, you’ll find a more typical mix of colonial architecture, amazing temples and mosques and sunny beaches, all packaged up with an intrinsically Chinese, Indian and Malay flavour. In contrast, the Cameron Highlands, in the centre of Peninsular, a series of hill stations at high altitudes and the centre of Malaysia's tea industry, couldn’t be more rural and is a great escape from the heat of the city or the superb beaches.
Experiences
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Northern Peninsula
From the stunning beaches of the islands of Langkawi to the cool temperatures and beautiful scenery of the Cameron Highlands, the Northern Peninsula has it all.
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Southern Peninsula
Kuala Lumpur, strewn with markets, temples, historic mosques and elegant colonial buildings is juxtaposed to the pristine beaches and waters of the East coast.
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Flavours of Asia
DAY 1 – 3 Bangkok/Chiang Mai
Fly to Bangkok. Spend two days in the city, visiting the Royal Palace, Floating Markets, Wat Phra Kaeo, Emerald Buddha & National Museum. Then take the Orient-Express train to Chiang Mai to visit the Meo, Lisu & Yao hilltribes. See the temples, working elephant centres & markets in the beautiful countryside
DAY 4 – 6 Kuala Lumpur/Cameron Highlands
Fly onwards to Kuala Lumpur, dine at the revolving KL tower restaurant & walk the skybridge at the Petronas Towers. See the Masjid Jamek Mosque & elegant Merdeka Square & explore Chinatown. Enjoy the scenic drive to the Cameron Highlands & trek through the stunning countryside, tea plantations, hill stations, mountains & Robinson & Parit Falls
DAY 7 – 9 Langkawi
Fly to Langkawi for a relaxing few days at Datai Bay with its golden sand, corals & tropical fish. Explore Seven Wells, a jungle stream cascading through a series of pools & see the wildlife in the virgin rainforest. Sail among the islands or dive at Pulau Payar coral island marine park
DAY 10 – 12 Bali
Fly to Bali & drive inland to the amazing cultural heartland of Ubud. See artisans at the colourful markets, visit Tegalland for the woodcarvings or Celuk for jewellery & other local villages. Trek among the sacred shrines & mango, coffee & clove farms in the Ayung Valley or pay a visit to the Sacred Monkey Forest
DAY 13 – 15 Lombok
Fly to Lombok.Visit the stunning Gili Islands. Walk up Mount Rinjani, said to be home to the Goddess Anjani, & enjoy the views over the island & crater lake. Trek to the waterfalls, visit
Lombok’s beaches, see the potters at work at Masbagik Village or tour the Mayura Water Palace. Fly home via Singapore
Prices start from £3,090 including flights.
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Highlands & Islands
DAY 1 – 3 Kuala Lumpur
Fly to Kuala Lumpur, visit the KL & Petronas Towers, Masjid Jamek Mosque & elegant Merdeka Square & explore Chinatown
DAY 4 – 6 Cameron Highlands
Travel onwards into the unspoilt natural beauty of the Cameron Highlands. Trek through tea plantations, mountains & waterfalls & try some local strawberries
DAY 7 – 9 Langkawi
Fly from KL to Langkawi & stay in the rainforest. Visit some of the local islands & explore the caves & wildlife on the islands
DAY 10 – 12 Terengganu
Fly to Terengganu & visit the national park or local markets or just relax on the perfect beach
Prices start from £1,590 including flights.
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