Malaysia trip 9 days: Discoveries of Tropical Jungles

Let's embark on Asia King Travel's Malaysia trip 9 days: Discoveries of Tropical Jungles, immersing yourself in the vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes of Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Cameron Highlands, and Penang.

9 days 8 nights

Malaysia

Off the beaten track

Attractions

Kuala Lumpur - Malacca - Cameron Highlands

Duration

9 days 8 nights

Code

MJG9

Overview

Malaysia's biodiversity is incredible and the country has many tropical jungles. Trekking and nature lovers, come and discover the suspension bridges in the Malaysian jungle where you will have the opportunity to admire the endemic fauna and flora as well as its superb tea plantations.
You will begin your trip with a visit to Malacca, a former Portuguese, British, Dutch, and Japanese colony listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008. You will then go to Kuala Lumpur, one of the two capitals of Malaysia and the industrial, financial, and cultural heart of the country. Then, you will have the chance to explore the magnificent Taman Negara National Park by taking several jungle excursions, crossing several suspension bridges, and discovering the Berkoh Falls. You will then go to see the Cameron Highlands to visit one of the magnificent tea plantations. You will end your journey on the island of Penang to visit its most famous city, Georgetown. This UNESCO World Heritage city has many iconic monuments such as Fort Cornwallis, Street Harmony, the Chinese temple of Kuan Yin…

Strong points :

Discovery of the magnificent and world-famous Petronas Towers as well as the Chinese and Indian districts.
Exploration of the Batu Caves, a Hindu sanctuary and place of pilgrimage.
Meeting with the Orang Asli tribes.
Night safari to observe wildlife and listen to the sounds of the forest in Taman Negara National Park.
Rafting and descent in the rapids of Berkoh Falls.
Visit to Georgetown, capital of Penang listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can visit Fort Cornwallis, Saint-George Church, the Kuan Yin Chinese temple...

Itinerary

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Arrival at Kuala Lumpur airport, reception, transfer, and installation at your hotel in Malacca, approximately 2 hours away. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore Malacca on your own.

Departure for a day visit to Malacca, a former Portuguese, British, Dutch, and Japanese colony. Since 2008, it has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit the Dutch Square with its brick-colored "stadthuys" or town hall, Christ Church, the clock tower and the Queen Victoria fountain, the oldest Chinese temple in Malaysia "Cheng Hoon Teng, built in 1645 and ruins of Portuguese colonization, the "Porta de Santiago" and the ancient fortress "A Famosa".

Road to Kuala Lumpur, check-in at your hotel, free evening.

Night in Kuala Lumpur.

Morning dedicated to a city tour of Kuala Lumpur: the Royal Palace, the National Museum, the National Monument, Independence Square, the oldest Mosque in Kuala Lumpur, photo stop in front of the superb Petronas Towers... You have the afternoon free to continue your discovery or make some purchases.

Night in Kuala Lumpur.

Departure from your hotel towards Kuala Tembeling (4.5 hours drive).
On arrival, board a motorized canoe to reach the heart of the National Park (2h30). Arrival and installation at your hotel in the heart of the forest of primary trees. Rest of the day to relax. Possibility of taking a first orientation tour in the park or a night safari to observe the wildlife and listen to the sounds of the forest.

Free day, possibility of doing different excursions departing from your hotel: jungle trekking, crossing suspension bridges with more than 30 meters underfoot, boat to the Berkoh Falls, descent into the rapids, rafting, meeting tribes of orang asli…

Departure from your hotel, motor canoe to reach Kuala Tembeling (2h30), then drive to the Cameron highlands (3h30). Stop en route to visit one of the magnificent tea plantations.
Arrival and installation at your hotel, free evening.

Early departure for a visit to fruit and vegetable crops in the region, then drive to Penang. Stop in Ipoh to discover the Kek Lok Tong temple built in the rock and Kuala Kangsar for the Ubudiah Mosque and the Royal Palace.
Arrival and installation at your hotel in Penang.

Half-day tour of Georgetown, capital of Penang and city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site: Fort Cornwallis, Masjid Kapitan Keling Street, better known as "Street Harmony", where the 4 main religions meet rub shoulders. Indeed, you will find the Saint George Church there, followed by the Chinese temple of Kuan Yin (the oldest temple in Penang), the Queen Street Mariamman Hindu temple and the Kapitan Keling Mosque. Visit the State Museum, built in 1821 (collection of old photographs, maps and other historical relics), then the Chayamangkalaram pagoda of Burmese influence.

Departure from your hotel, transfer to Penang airport then flight to Kuala Lumpur. Departure flight connection.

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Trip notes

Tour includes:

English-speaking guide
All transfers by private air-conditioned car
Accommodation in a double/twin room in the hotels mentioned
Excursions and visits mentioned
Other cruises like the program
Meals mentioned. (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
Taxes and service charges

Tour excludes:

International and domestic flights
Alcoholic drinks, bottled water, beverages other than those included with meals.
Telephone call charges.
Laundry and laundry.
Travel insurance
Personal purchases such as souvenirs, cigarettes, etc.
Tips for guides, drivers, baggage handlers.