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Cameron Highlands Escape
Malaysia- Cameron Highlands
2nt independent tour from
£ 495pp

Cameron Highlands

Enjoy a cuppa in Malaysia’ s capital of tea
Known for its cool crisp temperatures and lush, picturesque landscapes of varying green shades, the Cameron Highlands are a quintessentially British corner of Malaysia, where the ritual of afternoon tea is still observed and colonial history echoes all around. The stunning scenery encompasses emerald tea plantations stretching as far as the eye can see, strawberry farms, beautiful orchards, intricate temples and a cluster of towns and villages. Take time to tour the tea factories, pop into Tudor-style inns, explore gardens and farms or step out amidst the nature by following various hiking trails that wind through jungle and mossy forest, up gentle slopes and past cascading waterfalls. Other attractions include the Time Tunnel Museum, a golf course and the popular weekend night market at bustling Brinchang.
Cameron Higlands
Resort From £ 495pp 5H Tanah Rata
Set amidst tea plantations, rolling hills and fronting the golf course, this resort promises all the splendour, romance and nostalgia of the grand colonial era. Guest rooms feature an elegant design and some have a four poster bed. Additionally, the hotel offers a restaurant, tea room, bar, fitness centre, spa and free WiFi.
The Lakehouse
From £ 599pp
UNIQUE Ringlet
Prepare to be charmed by this Tudor-style boutique resort, set in an area dubbed“ The Valley of Eternal Spring”, and close to the towns of Tanah Rata and Ringlet. This idyllic country house overlooks rolling hills and verdant woodlands with amazing views of the great outdoors. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, spa and free shuttle to Tanah Rata.
Getting there: The journey by road takes 3½ hours from Kuala Lumpur or 4 hours from Penang.
Best time to go: The region enjoys a cool climate and fresh air, with temperatures fluctuating between 22-25 º C during the day and 15-22 º C at night. Rain is common throughout the year, although more frequent from November-February.
Cameron Highlands Escape
2nt independent tour
picturesque landscapes • tea plantations • step out on hiking trails
DAY 1 Kuala Lumpur / Cameron Highlands
Take a scenic journey to the Cameron Highlands, one of the wonders of Malaysia( approximately 3½ hours). En route stop one of the many cave temples in the region. Back on the road, take in views of the highlands, waterfalls, streams and giant tree-ferns as well as traditional Malay life before you arrive in the Cameron Highlands early afternoon. The rest of the day is free to relax or, if time allows, take a stroll along one of the marked trails through nearby villages.
DAY 2 Cameron Highlands
This morning, visit fruit and vegetable farms, a flower garden, a tea plantation to learn about the tea making process, a morning market, the rose garden and a
butterfly farm. The rest of the day is yours to explore. For a taste of home, why not indulge with afternoon tea on the terrace of The Lakehouse, perhaps enjoy a round of golf, visit one of the townships to browse the shops, or simply admire the surroundings and be rejuvenated by the fresh, cool air.
DAY 3 Cameron Highlands / Kuala Lumpur
All too soon it’ s time to bid farewell to this charming region, which really is reminiscent of an English village of old. Depart this morning for the return drive to KL.
What you need to know:
Daily departures from Kuala Lumpur. Also available from / to Penang from £ 55 supplement. Minimum of two passengers.
In deluxe rooms at Cameron Highlands Resort or junior suites at The Lakehouse.
Breakfast.
The price shown includes transfers from KL or Penang, accommodation and sightseeing as outlined.
Note: We recommend that you stay midweek and avoid public holidays for a more relaxing experience. Not recommended for the less mobile.
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