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Elevated Walkway, Taman Negara, Malaysia

Best of Peninsular Malaysia

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Duration

14 Days

Prices Start from

$5,023pp (ex. flights)

Journey from the eclectic skyline of Kuala Lumpur to the jungles of Taman Negara and onto the island of Penang, where east meets west. End your adventure to Malaysia with a stay on the beach either on the tropical island of Langkawi or the east coast beaches on the South China Sea.

Key Highlights of this Itinerary

Black and white hornbill with yellow beak and blue rimmed eyes, sat on tree. 1

Taman Negara National Park

Explore hidden tributaries and hike through dense rainforest.

Large pan of food being cooked in a market. 2

Penang Streetfood

Sample some of the best street food in Asia whilst on the island of Penang.

Looking up at Petronas Towers lit up at night. 3

Kuala Lumpur

Enjoy a cocktail in one of the city’s sky bars, with views towards the iconic Petronas Towers.

Turquoise clear water leading to white beach backed by tropical rainforest. 4

Beach Retreat

Stay on Langkawi Island, amidst ancient rainforest, or steps from the beach on Malaysia’s east coast.

Why we like it

This holiday to Malaysia combines the bustling cityscape of Kuala Lumpur, with wildlife and trekking in the rainforest, culture and culinary treats on the island of Penang and some fabulous diving and relaxing on the beach. Although we have included the island of Langkawi there are two options to end this holiday, depending on time of travel. Malaysia’s east coast offers lovely weather and excellent diving conditions between April and October, so a great end to a summer holiday. Alternatively, Langkawi is perfect for most of the year, although an escape from winter in the UK works exceptionally well.

Explore our suggested itinerary

  • Day 1

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Day 2

    Kuala Lumpur

  • Day 3

    Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara

  • Day 4 - 5

    Taman Negara

  • Day 6

    Taman Negara - Penang

  • Day 7 - 8

    Penang

  • Day 9

    Penang - Langkawi

  • Day 10 - 12

    Langkawi

  • Day 13

    Langkawi - Kuala Lumpur

  • Day 14

    Kuala Lumpur

Day 1

Kuala Lumpur

Day 2

Kuala Lumpur

Looking up at Petronas Towers lit up at night.

Enjoy a cocktail in one of the city’s sky bars, with views towards the iconic Petronas Towers.

Day 3

Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara

Day 4 - 5

Taman Negara

Aerial View, Taman Negara, Malaysia

Explore hidden tributaries and hike through dense rainforest.

Day 6

Taman Negara - Penang

Day 7 - 8

Penang

Large pan of food being cooked in a market.

Sample some of the best street food in Asia whilst on the island of Penang.

Day 9

Penang - Langkawi

Day 10 - 12

Langkawi

Turquoise clear water leading to white beach backed by tropical rainforest.

Stay on Langkawi Island, amidst ancient rainforest, or steps from the beach on Malaysia’s east coast.

Day 13

Langkawi - Kuala Lumpur

Day 14

Kuala Lumpur

Our travel experts can tailor this itinerary to suit you.

More details

Traditional wooden longboat with group of orang-asli people onboard - on river with sand bank behind and rainforest
Traditional wooden boat on the river, Taman Negara
Black and white hornbill with yellow beak and blue rimmed eyes, sat on tree.