Classic Malaysia from Singapore to Penang

Itinerary in brief: 

• 2 nights Singapore 
• 1 night Malacca
• 2 nights Kuala Lumpur 
• 2 nights Taman Negara 
• 1 night Cameron Highlands
• 2 nights Penang

Day 1: Arrive Singapore

On arrival in Singapore, you'll be met at the airport and driven to your hotel, checking in for two nights. 

Included: Transfers, 4* hotel 

Day 2: Singapore

Enjoy a morning of discover on a half day tour of Singapore through some of its most vibrant neighbourhoods. Explore the bustling streets of Little India and Kampong Glam, learning about the city's Indian and Malay heritage while sampling local favourites including roti prata and teh tarik. Finish at the iconic Marina Bay Sands, where you can explore independently, whether you fancy some shopping or simply soaking up the epic view. 

The rest of your time here is yours to explore at  your leisure - why not head to the Gardens by the Bay? The enormous illuminated “trees” are a spectacular sight at night.

Included: Breakfast, touring, 4* hotel  

Day 3: Travel to Malacca  

This morning, you'll be collected from your hotel lobby and taken across the Johor Causeway, which links Singapore to Peninsula Malaysia.

After brief formalities at the border, you will enter Johor Bahru – the southernmost state of Malaysia, where your Malacca experience begins! Starting with visits to St. Paul’s Hill, Porto De Santiago, and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, you will really start to get under the skin of this historical city. Continue on to Jonkers Street – popular for its antiques and local arts and crafts. In the evening, you will embark on the Malacca River Cruise. Showing you the back of the Malaccan houses cruise past historic buildings and the Kampung Morten – this cruise truly gives you a fresh insight of Malacca and the surrounding area.

Included: Breakfast, transfers, touring, 4* hotel  

Day 4: Travel to Kuala Lumpur

After breakfast at your hotel, it is time to hit the road again. Your journey will take you past Seremban and then into Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. After you have checked in for your 2 night stay and settled into your new hotel, your guide will give you an orientation tour of Kuala Lumpur. You will learn about the humble beginnings of this city, and how it progressed into the modern cosmopolitan city it is today. Highlights of your tour include the National monument, the beautiful architecture of Independence square, and the grounds surrounding the Kings Palace.

Day 5: Kuala Lumpur

Today is an exciting day! After breakfast at your hotel you will be picked up and taken to the famous Petronas Towers, make sure you take your camera as you will certainly need it!

Next you will set off to the Batu Caves – a daunting and fascinating cave where you climb 272 steps to reach the main entrance. This is where the sacred Hindu shrine is placed, devoted to Lord Murunga. The Batu Caves are a must-see while in Kuala Lumpur, visually stunning and religiously significant.

The afternoon is left free you to explore Kuala Lumpur independently – the perfect time for a spot of shopping! 

Day 6: Travel to the Cameron Highlands

It is time to depart Kuala Lumpur and head up into the Cameron Highlands. En-route you will get to stop at a small Aborigine village and visit a teahouse.

Your drive will take you through Brinchang and finally the main town of Tanah Rata. You will then get to check into your hotel and enjoy the peace and serenity of the Cameron Highlands.

Day 7: Cameron Highlands to Penang

Your morning will be spent at a tea plantation, watching the processing of black tea, before getting to sample various kinds in the teahouse – a quintessentially British past-time!

It is now time to leave the Cameron Highlands to head to Bukit Merah Laketown. You will get the chance to go to the Orang Utan Island and pay a visit to the in-house infant care unit. Afterwards you’ll continue on to Penang and cross the bridge to Penang Island where you will check into your hotel for your 2 night stay.

Day 8: Penang 

After breakfast at your hotel, your driver and guide will collect you, so you can begin your highlights of Penang tour.

Your tour kicks off with a visit to the Khoo Kongsi (Dragon Mountain Hall) clan house – ancient design constructed to capture the splendour of an Imperial Palace. The remainder of the morning will be spent exploring the historical Fort Cornwallis, and the Thai Temple which houses a 32 metre reclining Buddha.

Your afternoon will begin with a visit to the legendary Snake Temple. This place is particularly intriguing as it is filled with the smoke of burning incense and pit vipers! The vipers are believed to be rendered harmless by the sacred smoke; however it’s advisable to keep your distance!

It is now time to head back into the city and visit the Pinang Peranakan Mansion – the traditional home of a rich Baba recreated to offer a glimpse of their opulent lifestyle, over a century ago. With over 1000 examples of antiques and collectibles on display, this museum offers a great insight into the traditions and unique lifestyles of the Peranakan era, which are still evident in Penang today.

Day 9: Depart Singapore

Your journey through the Malaysian Peninsula has now come to an end. Your driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby and take you to Penang Airport for the short flight back to Singapore, where you'll catch your onwards flight. 

Included: Breakfast, transfers, internal flights