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7 Nights / 8 Days

Kuala Lumpur – Malacca – Kuala Lumpur – Penang

About this journey

A journey from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka and then to Penang offers a captivating exploration of Malaysia's diverse heritage. Start in Kuala Lumpur, where you can marvel at the Petronas Twin Towers and vibrant markets. A short drive to Melaka reveals a historical treasure trove with its Dutch colonial architecture and lively Jonker Street. Returning to Kuala Lumpur, you can immerse yourself in the city's cosmopolitan flair before heading to Penang. There, you'll delve into rich cultural experiences in George Town, renowned for its preserved colonial buildings and street art. This itinerary promises an ultimate blend of history, culture, and modernity.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Malacca

Arrive at Kuala Lumpur Airport and transfer to Malacca.

Day 2: Malacca (B)

Visit St. Paul's Hill, Porta de Santiago, Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum and Jonker Street.In the afternoon, you will be taken to the jetty and embark on a scenic Malacca River Cruise ( on shared basis), which takes you past traditional Malaccan houses and Kampung Morten.

Day 3: Malacca – Kuala Lumpur (B)

This morning, you rejoin the highway passing Seremban to Kuala Lumpur - the capital city of Malaysia. Afternoon is at leisure

Day 4: Kuala Lumpur (B)

Today, proceed to visit Petronas Towers, visit Skybridge & 86th Floor Observation Deck. Continue your tour to Batu Caves - a daunting cave where Hindus have erected a sacred shrine devoted to Lord Muruga. Take an orientation tour of the city covering the major historical landmarks - National Mosque, Merdeka Square, Central Market, Masjid jamek and Chinatown.

Day 5: Kuala Lumpur – Penang (B)

Drive to Penang enroute stopping at the famous Cave Temple & Ubudiah Mosque in Kuala Kangsar- a magnificent building with golden dome. Continue to Penang & cross the Penang Bridge into the island of Penang.

Day 6: Penang (B)

Explore Penang - the Pearl of the Orient. Visits includes the Khoo Kongsi clan house, historical Fort Cornwallis and the Thai temple of Wat Chayamangkalaram, which houses reclining Buddha.

Visit the legendary Snake Temple, built in 1850 in memory of Chor Soo Kong, by a Buddhist monk who moved to Penang. Return to the city and visit Pinang Peranakan Mansion with over 1,000 pieces of antiques and collectibles on display.

Day 7: Penang (B)

Visit Kek Lok Si - the largest Buddhist cum Taoist monastery and temple complex with it's imposing 10,000 Buddha's Pagoda and the tortoise Pond of Longevity. Ascend 830 meters up Penang Hill by the Swiss funicular railway (Funicular railway ticket is not included) for a panoramic view of the island and mainland.

Day 8: Penang (B)

Transfer to Penang Airport.

What’s Included

  • Accommodation for 7 nights
  • Meals
  • Transfers and activities as indicated
  • Local English speaking guide and entrance fees