MALAYSIA ESCORTED TOUR
7 night privately escorted tour from £ 1889pp
Kooh Kongsi Temple Penang
Fort Cornwallis , Penang
LUXURY COLONIAL MALAYSIA
7 NIGHT PRIVATELY ESCORTED TOUR
step back in time to Colonial Malaya • soak up the history • beach add-on available DAY 1 Fly to Kuala Lumpur
DAY 2 Kuala Lumpur
On arrival , transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure .
DAY 3 Kuala Lumpur
This morning set off on a guided half day city tour . Highlights include photo stops at the Petronas Twin Towers , King ’ s Palace and National Mosque , plus visits to the National Monument , National Museum ( excluding entrance fee ), Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the Tudor-styled Cricket Club . The remainder of the day is free for you to relax or explore independently .
DAY 4 Kuala Lumpur
Sightsee and shop as you wish . For skyline views head to the skybridge linking the two Petronas Twin Towers , perhaps stroll around a bustling market or , for an inexpensive feast follow your nose to the array of traditional street stalls .
DAY 5 Kuala Lumpur / Cameron Highlands
Travel by road to the Cameron Highlands , a former weekend retreat during the British colonial rule . The route offers views of the highlands , waterfalls , streams , giant tree-ferns as well as local life . On arrival this afternoon you are free to relax amidst the splendid surroundings ( approx 133 miles / 3½ hours drive ).
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Cameron Highlands
Cameron Highlands Resort
DAY 6 Cameron Highlands
This morning , visit fruit and vegetable farms , a flower garden , Sam Poh Temple and a tea plantation to learn about the tea making process . The afternoon is yours to explore , perhaps enjoy afternoon tea at The Lakehouse , or maybe play a round of golf ( both extra expense ).
DAY 7 Cameron Highlands / Penang
All too soon it ’ s time to bid farewell to the splendid scenery of the Cameron Highlands and set off by road to Penang and to the prestigious Eastern & Oriental Hotel . Established in 1885 during the spice trade era , it stands as a testament to the grand elegance of the British colonial era and its name is synonymous with Penang ( approx 177 miles / 4 hours drive ).
DAY 8 Penang
Step out this morning for a guided Historical George Town tour which starts at The Reclining Buddha statue ( Wat Chayamangkalaram ). Proceed to Dhammikarama Temple , an elaborate Buddhist temple dating to 1803 and then drive past the Street of Harmony which is home to St George ’ s Anglican church . You ’ ll also pass Kuan Yin ( Goddess of Mercy Temple ), Sri Mariamman Temple and Masjid Kapitan Keling before stopping to explore the highly ornate clan house of Khoo Kongsi and enjoy a visit to a local coffee shop . The tour concludes with a brief photo stop at Fort Cornwallis .
The afternoon is free for you to continue sightseeing independently . Perhaps seek out some of the city ’ s eyecatching street art ; stroll through the maze of chaotic streets and narrow lanes passing fragrant spice shops and decorative shrines ; or , maybe walk around one of the Clan Jetties , unique Chinese water villages , which ‘ float ’ above the water on stilts . When in need of a break you ’ ll find ample coffee shops , trendy bars and inviting street stalls ..
DAY 9 Penang
At leisure until your transfer to Penang airport for your onward journey . Alternatively , why not extend with a Penang beach stay at Shangri-La ’ s Rasa Sayang ?
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Penang MALAYSIA
Cameron Highlands
Andaman Sea Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur 3 nights ~ Cameron Highlands 2 nights George Town , Penang 2 nights
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Departures : Daily .
Accommodation : 5HLUXURY The Majestic Hotel , Kuala Lumpur ; 5H Cameron Highlands Resort &
5HLUXURY Eastern & Oriental Hotel , Penang .
Meals : Breakfast .
Tour price : The price shown includes international flights , transfers between the airport and your hotels , accommodation , services of an English speaking guide , sightseeing as stated and entrance fees .
Cameron Highlands can be busy at the weekend so a UK departure Wed-Sun is recommended .
After the tour , why not spend a few days by the beach ?
3 night Penang beach add-on from £ 259
What better way to conclude your tour than with a few days to unwind and reflect by the beach at the wonderful Shangri-La ’ s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa ( see page 102 for hotel details ).
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