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Best of Malaysia 10 Days
By Elephant Shadow Travel & Tours (M) Sdn Bhd
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Overview
Experience the best of Malaysia with this 10-days Private Car or Van tour with return travel from Kuala Lumpur. Make stops in Eight incredible destinations, including Cameron Highlands, Penang and Historical Melaka Discover the beauty, culture and history along with your informative Chauffeur Guide. Tour a tea plantation, visit the Islamic Civilisation Park and tour a tea plantation as part of this epic journey. Your tour also includes a ride around the UNESCO World Heritage site of Georgetown in a traditional trishaw. Return hotel transport is included Airport Transfers.
Pls Note (Min 2 Pax and above to Proceed the tour)
Activity location
- Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Malaysia
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Malaysia
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Best of Malaysia 10 Days
- 10d
- English
Pickup included
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
AU$3,061.02 x 1 AdultAU$3,061.02
Total
What's included, what's not
- Private transport
- All Admission tickets included as mentioned in itinerary
- All tours and transfers as per the itinerary
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Tips to the drivers
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transport options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Activity itinerary
Day 1: Arrival - Melaka
- 8 stops
- Meals: snacks, lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at Casa Del Rio Hotel Melaka
Kuala Lumpur
- 3h
Arrive into Kuala Lumpur International Airport, you will transfer by road to Malacca with 02 hours journey. Upon arrival, check-into hotel for a short rest.
Melaka
- 1h
Firstly, we will experience one of Malacca’s signature lunch is Chicken Rice Balls, which is nothing but Hainan Chicken Rice served using rice shaped like a ping pong sized ball.
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Christ Church
- 20m
Christ Church
was created in the eighteenth century to replace the ageing Portuguese church, and remains one of the most iconic buildings from the Dutch Colonial era in Melaka. Originally white, this building was painted red in the early 1900’s, and this colour has become an indicator of most of the buildings from the Dutch era. The inside of the church is inlaid with a number of tombstones, written in Dutch, English, Portuguese and Armenian. Often long-winded, these tombstones give an interesting snapshot of life in colonial times.
Stadthuys
- 45m
- Admission ticket included
Stadthuys
This old Dutch city hall is painted the same red as Christ Church and most of the other remaining Dutch Colonial buildings in Melaka. It went from the offices of the Dutch governor and deputy governor under Dutch rule to a free English school under British rule. Today it is home to the History and Ethnography museum, believed to be one of the premier museums in the region. It includes traditional costumes and artefacts that showcase the many different periods in Melakan history.
A Famosa Fort
- 20m
A Famosa
The remains of this Portuguese fortress are among the oldest remaining European structures in all of Asia. A Famosa (Porta de Santiago) was built on a seaside hilltop in the early 1500s to protect the newly conquered land from returning to a sultanate or being invaded by other European nations. The hope was to create another Portuguese friendly port along the Spice Route to ease trade for merchant ships delivering between Asia and Europe. It later fell into Dutch hands, and was given to Britain to avoid being conquered by Napoleonic France. Britain feared its power if it were conquered, so chose to destroy it instead of fortifying it further. A single small gate was preserved at the request of Sir Raffles, the founder of Singapore.
Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
- 15m
Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
Dating from 1646, the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple is the oldest functioning temple in Malaysia. It practices the three traditional Chinese doctrines of Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism. The temple is located along Harmony street, home to many other mosques and temples, and greets visitors with an ornate gate bedecked with Chinese lions. The temple itself is made up of several prayer halls, the main one dedicated to Kuan Yin, the goddess of mercy. Smaller halls honour the gods of wealth, propagation and prosperity, as well as providing a home for ancestral tablets.
Jonker Street
- 1h
Jonker Street Walk
This street is the centre of Chinatown of Melaka. It began in Dutch Colonial times as the home to many of the servants of Dutch nobility. However, after the Dutch left, it became the home of the nobles themselves. Many seventeenth-century manors remain here, along with a large number of shops, restaurants and other amenities. When the large Chinese presence moved in, decorative accents like a large Chinese-style archway were added. The street is blocked off every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening to become a pedestrian-only night market.
Melaka River Cruise Jeti Taman Rempah
- 1h
- Admission ticket included
Melaka River Cruise
The Malacca River (Sungai Melaka) cuts across the city of the same name, now most commonly spelled Melaka, and is also known as the Melaka River. In recent years, the river has been revitalised into a top destination, with both Malaysians and international visitors coming to soak in its history and marvel at the diverse architecture from the city’s Portuguese, Dutch, and British heritage.
Day 2: Melaka - Kuala Lumpur
- 4 stops
- Meals: breakfast, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Maya Hotel KLCC
Melaka
- 4h
After Breakfast you will relax a bit to walk around this historical city.
We will check-out hotel at noon time and heading to north for 02 hours ride to Kuala Lumpur.
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Petaling Street Market
- 45m
China Town
The Petaling Street (Chinatown) in Kuala Lumpur is like the Bukit Bintang of the older part of Kuala Lumpur. It is a place where the hustling and bustling never comes to an end. Day or night, visitors keep coming to Petaling Street to either dine on the famous street foods here or to get some good bargains on things sold here. Petaling Street is the shoppers' paradise if you want to bargain your way to some cheap things. There is almost everything here from clothes, souvenirs to electronic items to fabrics. Other than cheap stuff, Petaling Street is renowned for selling imitation goods like handbags, wallets, watches and shoes from brands like Adidas, Louis Vuitton, Calvin Klein, Nike and so on. Food here is also aplenty.
Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
- 20m
Sri Maha Sakthi Mohambigai Amman Temple
The Sri Maha Sakthi Mohambigai Amman Temple is really a unique sight. Who would have expected to see a humble temple in the midst of all the gargantuan buildings around it? It is said that this temple is the most revered Hindu shrines in the whole of Malaysia. Many visitors come to the Sri Maha Mohambigai Amman temple for its intricate statues of Hindu gods and spiritual masters. Just the work of art of the interior and exterior of the temple makes the shrine worth a visit.
Central Market Kuala Lumpur
- 30m
Central Market Kuala Lumpur
Central Market started off as a humble wet market in the heart of the city centre back in the 1940s. It has evolved a great deal since then and now it stands firm as the landmark which symbolises all the culture and heritage of our multi-racial country. You will immediately notice that the theme of the market is based solely on the various cultures in Malaysia. The shops here are divided based on the groups of races. Representing each of the races in Malaysia are the Straits Chinese, the Lorong Melayu and Lorong India.
There is also a street which represents the Baba and Nyonya community in the state of Malacca. The Central Market is full of stalls which sell handicrafts which are all locally made. You can purchase batik, songket, wood carvings, souvenirs, accessories and much more here
Day 3: Explore Kuala Lumpur
- 9 stops
- Meals: breakfast, lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at Maya Hotel KLCC
Batu Caves
- 1h
Batu Caves
The cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside India, dedicated to Lord Murugan. Batu Caves is a limestone hill that has a series of caves and cave temples.
Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
- 30m
Selangor Pewter
Founded in 1885 by Yong Koon in his little shop called Ngeok Foh (Jade Peace), Yong Koon handcrafted pewter objects mainly for ceremonial use, such as joss stick holders, incense burners and candle holders for altars of Chinese homes and temples.
Petronas Twin Towers
- 1h
- Admission ticket included
Malaysia icon Twin Towers
Petronas Twin Towers were once the tallest buildings in the world. Now the world’s tallest twin structures, the 88-storey buildings were designed by Cesar Pelli & Associates with both towers joined at the 41st and 42nd floors (175m above street level) by a 58 meter-long, double-decker Sky Bridge. Standing 452 metres tall, the Petronas Twin Towers retained its world-title claim to fame until 2004 when Taipei's 101 was built, measuring 508 metres tall. Today, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai (opened in 2010) retains the spot as the world’s tallest building. Located in the KL city Centre, the Petronas Twin Towers’ architecture is Islamic-inspired and the buildings primarily house the corporate headquarters of the Petronas Company and other offices.
Istana Negara
- 20m
Istana Negara (Kings Palace)
The Istana Negara is the official residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, the monarch of Malaysia. It is located along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim in Segambut, northwestern Kuala Lumpur. The palace opened in 2011 and replaced the old Istana Negara which was located at a different compound in central Kuala Lumpur.
Brickfields
- 1h
Little India
past the Jewellery and Saree Shops at Briekfields.and Lunch at Hidden Indian Restaurant
Merdeka Square
- 30m
Merdeka Square
Merdeka Square is undoubtedly KL’s best known landmark. Also called Dataran Merdeka, it is set in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building (the former State Secretariat). Directly in front is the Royal Selangor Club and to the north is St. Mary’s Church, one of Malaysia’s oldest Anglican churches.
Within the colonial core of Kuala Lumpur, where the remnants of the British empire are especially evident, Merdeka Square seems to be nothing more than a giant field with perfectly manicured green lawns and a centrepiece of the tallest flagpole in the world (95m) proudly displaying the Jalur Gemilang (Malaysian flag). At the corner of Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman and Jalan Raja Laut, Merdeka Square is made up of a padang (field) that was once the Selangor Club cricket pitch.
National Mosque (Masjid Negara)
- 30m
National Mosque
Non-Muslims are welcome to visit the striking National Mosque outside of prayer time. This modern mosque was completed in 1965 and can accommodate 15,000 people. Robes are kindly lent to visitors who are inappropriately dressed.
Sands Foot Reflexology and Wellness
- 30m
- Admission ticket included
Foot Reflexology
we will bring you to a 30 minutes foot reflexology this evening. Then we will move on to discover the fabulous street fare at hawker stalls along Jalan Alor. Both sides of Jalan Alor are lined by endless rows of “mamak” stalls and outdoor restaurants, interspersed with hawker stands selling fruits, barbequed meats and roasted ducks
BB Park Bukit Bintang
- 20m
“Teh Tarikh” at a local coffee shop
” The Tarikh” or “Pulled Tea” is a drink made from tea leaves and milk. It is blended by “pull” and “throwing” the tea from one cup to the other, giving the tea a creamy and foamy texture.
Day 4: Kuala Lumpur – Kuala Tembeling -Kuala Tahan
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast
- Accommodation: Overnight at Mutiara Resort Taman Negara
Kuala Tahan
- 6h
Kuala Tembeling jetty
passing vistas of scenic countryside. Enjoy a three hour up river longboat ride to Kuala Tahan jetty at Park Headquarters. Checking to the hotel, After dinner, watch a slide show that introduces you to the attractions of Taman Negara. Experience a night walk through the jungle and enjoy a symphony of sounds of the cicadas and other insects.
Day 5: Taman Negara National Park Jungle Trekking
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast
- Accommodation: Overnight at Mutiara Resort Taman Negara
Taman Negara National Park
- 6h
Jungle Trekking
Depart for a hike along the nature trail to Teresek Hill for a distance view of Mount Tahan. Experience the exciting canopy walkway to view plant life at up to 50 feet above the forest floor before returning to the resort for lunch. After lunch, you will take a boat cruise to Lata Berkoh, a series of rapids on the Tahan River, where you can relax and enjoy the cascading waterfall and swim in the deep pool.
Day 6: Kuala Tahan – Kuala Tembeling – Cameron Highland
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast, snacks
- Accommodation: Overnight at Strawberry Park Resort Cameron Highland
Lata Iskandar
- 30m
Lata Iskandar Water Falls
Along the way, we will short stop at aborigine’s village and Lata Iskandar waterfall Lata Iskandar is a waterfall along the trunk road from Tapah to Cameron Highlands the waterfall cascades over several tiers of granite slopes, with the last drop at 25 metres high flowing into a small pool. Nestled along the main road facing Lata Iskandar, provide shopping opportunities for ethnic souvenirs, tribal handicrafts, strange herbs, tropical fruits and even aphrodisiacs.
Day 7: Explore Cameron Highland
- 7 stops
- Meals: breakfast, lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at Strawberry Park Resort Cameron Highland
Ringlet
- 1h
Ringlet
Is the southernmost town of the Cameron Highlands. It is a hub of Malaysia's vegetable farming and international flower farming sector. On the way short stop to see Orange Asli's (Aborigine's) lifestyle and culture! For those who are interested to know more about the 'Semai' tribe, who practices 'shifting cultivation. Try the Blowpipe and get to know more about their tools, food, musical instruments etc.
Cameron Tringkap Bee Farm
- 20m
Honey Bee Farm
stands as one of the main attractions in Cameron Highlands. Banking on experience, the bee keepers have been well trained and very knowledgeable about honeys and bee keeping. Tourists are always welcome to this place and each bee keeper will always give you a tip or two if you are interested in bees. It's one of the most interesting activities in Pahang. In this farm you'll be able to see more than just honey.
Boh Tea Estate
- 1h
Heritage Boah Tea Factory
BOH Plantations Sdn Bhd (doing business as Boh) is the largest black tea manufacturer in Malaysia, with both domestic and international distribution owned by BOH Plantations Sdn Bhd. The BOH Tea Plantation, which is located at Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia, is also the largest tea plantation in Malaysia. BOH Plantations was founded in 1929 by J. A. Russell, a British-born British-educated businessman during the British colonial era in Malaya. Russell arrived in Kuala Lumpur at age seven, in 1890; the primary export was then tin. Prior to BOH, Russell had worked in the Straits Trading Company, learning to speak several Chinese dialects (along with Malay) and made contacts with wealthy Chinese tin miners. Besides investing in tin, Russell and his brothers (Philip, Donald, and Robert) invested in the nascent rubber industry in 1908. J. A. and Philip also invested in railway-related construction, including the new when Kuala Lumpur railway station.
Cactus Valley
- 45m
- Admission ticket included
Cactus Valley
Is a botanical show garden nestled on a hill slope overlooking Brinchang town centre, featuring a large collection of cacti, flowers and ornamental plants of various shapes, colours and sizes. The park can be reached quicky on foot from anywhere in Brinchang town.
Big Red Strawberry Farm
- 20m
Big Red Strawberry Farm
Also known as Taman Agro Tourism Cameron Highlands offers one-stop garden and farm centre to relax and unwind. It is located in Brinchang town, right beside Cactus Valley at the new town of Brinchang. If you are staying in Brinchang, ask the receptionist at your hotel and they can guide you on how to reach there.
Sam Poh Temple
- 30m
Sam Poh Temple
Visitors have the option to take the short trip to the Sam Poh Temple at Cameron Highlands. Sam Poh Buddhist Temple located in Brinchang. It built high on a hill overlooking Brinchang town. Due to its location, the temple has a good view of Brinchang town and the houses that dot the little hills surrounding Brinchang. Sam Poh Temple built in 1972, is is the 4th largest Buddhist temple in the country. Amongst others, it houses a large statue of Lord Buddha
Kea Farm Market
- 30m
Kea Farm Market
Traveller able to see local market where they sell various vegetable, flower, fruits and street food.
Day 8: Cameron highland -Ipoh – Bukit Merah -Penang
- 2 stops
- Meals: breakfast, lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at Holiday Inn Resort Penang or Flemingo Hotel By the Beach Penang
Ipoh
- 4h
Cameron Highland to Ipoh Overland
After Breakfast Leaving Cameron Highlands behind, you travel into Perak State, famous for its tin mines, cave temples and royal palaces. Near Ipoh, you will visit the Kek Lok Toong Cave Temple, famous Cave Temple to learn about the Buddhist, Taoist and Confucianism believes.
We will make a stop at Ipoh Town for lunch at the local famous coffee shop – Kong Heng Coffee Shop. All the locals will definitely visit to this coffee shop to taste the local dishes. Sometimes you will need to wait for 30 minutes in order to get a seat! Once firmly ensconced in your plastic stool, order your Ipoh White Coffee and let your eye wonder over the stalls, serving a variety of food including asam laksa (tamarind fish soup noodles), popiah (spring rolls) and the famous Ipoh Hor Fun (silky flat rice noodles in a clear broth with shredded chicken and juicy prawns to garnish).
Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island Foundation
- 2h
- Admission ticket included
Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island.
Upon arrival you will take a lake cruises to ferry you to the Orang Utan Island via a 10-minute boat ride. Once on the island, your orang utan journey will begin on a 100-meter steel cage tunnel, which will lead you to their lush home. Here, you will get an up-close and personal look at how they live and interact with their surroundings and each other.
Day 9: Explore Penang
- 9 stops
- Meals: breakfast, lunch
- Accommodation: Overnight at Holiday Inn Resort Penang or Flemingo Hotel by The Beach Penang
Chew Jetty
- 30m
Chew Jetty
The Clan Jetties of George Town only came about in the late 19th century. Part of the heritage trail, the clan jetties are a unique sight to witness as you walk through a wooden path on stilts with wooden houses beside you that are still inhabited by the locals till today. After the construction of the Quay in 1882, the waterfront was developed with short public landing stages or jetties. Settlements grew on these foundations and they were used for the loading and unloading of goods and for the mooring of sampans (boats). Gradually, each jetty became identified and dominated by certain clans and over time more huts sprung up. Be awed by the experience of going through a village atmosphere in the heart of the city. Walk through this quaint village made of wooden houses built on top of wooden stilts. Since Penang lost its free port status, most inhabitants here now dwell in many different trades.
Sri Mariamman Temple
- 30m
Sri Mahamariamman Temple
Built in 1833, the Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple in George Town is the oldest Hindu temple in Penang, Malaysia, and features sculptures of gods and goddesses over its main entrance and facade. It is located at Queen Street, George Town. It is also known as Mariamman Temple or Queen Street Indian Temple.
Fort Cornwallis
- 15m
Fort Cornwallis (Photo Stop Only)
The 18th-century fort was built by the British East India Company, and while its cannons are still trained on the water, Fort Cornwallis has never engaged in battle.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
- 20m
Kapitan Keling Mosque
The Kapitan Keling Mosque is a mosque built in the 19th century by Indian Muslim traders in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. It is situated on the corner of Buckingham Street and Pitt Street.
Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng)
- 20m
Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng)
The Goddess of Mercy Temple is a Chinese temple in the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Situated at Pitt Street, it was first built in 1728, making it Penang's oldest Taoist temple. The temple is dedicated to the Taoist Goddess of Mercy, Guan Yin.
Little Village Penang Hill
- 1h
- Admission ticket included
Explore Penang Hill by Train
Penang Hill is a hill resort comprising a group of peaks on Penang Island, Malaysia. It is located in Air Itam, 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) west of the city Centre of George Town. Penang Hill is also known by the Malay name Bukit Bendera, which actually refers to Flagstaff Hill, the most developed peak. Penang Hill covers a number of hills, with the highest point at Western Hill which is 833 metres (2,733 ft) above sea level. The hill stands out prominently from the lowlands as a hilly and forested area. It was used as a retreat during the British colonial period, and is now a popular tourist destination in Penang. The top of the hill is accessible via the Penang Hill Railway from its base station at Jalan Bukit Bendera, Air Itam. To date, this funicular railway system is the only one of its kind in Malaysia, transporting over a million visitors to the peak of Penang Hill as of 2014.
Chowrasta Market
- 30m
Chowrasta Market
Chowrasta Market is one of Penang’s oldest, dating back to the mid-19th century, and still one of its liveliest morning markets. Located in George Town’s picturesque old city centre, the market is still very accessible to visitors whilst retaining its very local characteristics. Have the opportunity to grab a small bite of some local delicacies.
Kek Lok Si Temple
- 45m
Kek Lok Si Temple
The Kek Lok Si Temple is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam, Penang, Malaysia. It is the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia, and is also an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other countries in Southeast Asia. The entire complex of temples was built over a period from 1890–1930, an inspirational initiative of Beow Lean, the Abbot. The main draw in the complex is the striking seven-story Pagoda of Rama VI (Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas) with 10,000 alabaster and bronze statues of Buddha, and the 36.57 metres (120.0 ft) tall bronze statue of Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy. Mahayana Buddhism, Theravada Buddhism and traditional Chinese rituals blend into a harmonious whole, both in the temple architecture and artwork as well as in the daily activities of worshippers.
Gurney Drive
- 1h
Gurney Drive
Is a deluge of hawker delights and exciting restaurants that come alive at nighttime, giving the unique experience of dining by the sea. Gurney Drive was named after Sir Henry Gurney, a Malayan High Commissioner who was assassinated by the guerrillas of the Malayan Communist Party during the Emergency period in the early 1950s.Gurney Plaza If time permits, you will go to Gurney Plaza to shop around for some souvenirs.
Day 10: Departure From Penang
- 1 stop
- Meals: breakfast
- Accommodation: Not included
Penang Island
- 4h
Departure Drop to your Next Destination
you will be transferred to Penang jetty for a 2.5 hours ferry ride to Langkawi Island. *Legends of Langkawi or Penang Airport for Departure Flight
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Activity location
- Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Malaysia
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Malaysia
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