Itinerary
- Day 1
Departure
Your trip kicks off today as you head to the airport for your flight to Kuala Lumpur. Pack your bags, get to your gate, and settle in for the journey ahead to Malaysia.
- Day 2
Kuala Lumpur
You'll touch down in Kuala Lumpur and transfer to your hotel. After dropping your bags, you can either rest up or jump straight into exploring. The city's street life and food scene are waiting, so if you've got energy, head out and track down some local spots.
Optional Activities
- Explore Kuala Lumpur city life independently
- Street food hunting and casual dining
- Day 3
Kuala Lumpur
Today focuses on KL's key sights. Start at the Petronas Towers skybridge (book tickets online first), then walk through the colorful Sri Mahamariamman Temple. Spend time hunting for street food in Chinatown and Bukit Bintang for lunch and snacks. Finish your evening by heading up to the Heli Lounge Bar for rooftop views over the city.
Optional Activities
- Petronas Towers skybridge visit (book online in advance)
- Heli Lounge Bar rooftop drinks and views
Landmarks Petronas Twin Towers Sri Mahamariamman Temple Petaling Street, Chinatown Bukit Bintang Heli Lounge Bar - Day 4
Batu Caves
Head out early to the Batu Caves using the KTM train or a Grab ride from KL Sentral. You'll see the massive 40-meter golden Murugan statue, then climb the 272 colorful steps up to the main cave. Take your time walking through the Hindu shrines and limestone formations. Wear shoes with good grip since the steps can be steep.
Optional Activities
- Batu Caves visit with KTM commuter train or Grab cab
- Explore food stalls and nearby areas
Landmarks Batu Caves - Day 5
Kuala Lumpur
Wander through Little India in Brickfields this morning, checking out the street food stalls, fashion shops, and flower vendors. If you're interested in nature, there are optional day trips to Taman Negara jungle or Cameron Highlands tea plantations (both need advance booking). Back in the city for evening, walk along the Gombak River from Merdeka Square toward Jamek Mosque.
Optional Activities
- Little India exploration in Brickfields
- Tropical jungle visit to Taman Negara (optional, payable locally)
- Tea plantation experience in Cameron Highlands (optional, payable locally)
- Evening night walk along Gombak River from Merdeka Square to Jamek Mosque
Landmarks Little India, Brickfields Taman Negara Cameron Highlands Gombak River Merdeka Square Jamek Mosque - Day 6
Kuala Lumpur to Melaka
Board a long-distance bus heading to Melaka and relax for a couple hours as the Malaysian countryside rolls past. Once you arrive, start exploring the UNESCO-listed old town by walking Jonker Street for antiques and food. Stop by Harmony Street and the colorful Cheng Hoon Temple, then wander through the colonial streets.
Included Activities
- Long-distance bus from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka
Optional Activities
- Jonker Street exploration with antiques and street food
- Harmony Street and Cheng Hoon Temple visit
- Melaka night market exploration
Landmarks Jonker Street Harmony Street Cheng Hoon Temple - Day 7
Melaka
Start your morning at Melaka Riverwalk, grabbing breakfast at one of the riverside cafes while you check out the fresh street art. From there, head to the red colonial square to see the Stadthuys, Clocktower, and Christ Church. Climb up to St. Paul's Church ruins for views of the city and coast. Come down by colorful bicycle rickshaw and visit the floating Masjid Selat mosque.
Optional Activities
- Melaka Riverwalk and street art exploration
- Riverside cafés and breakfast
- Stadthuys, Clocktower, and Christ Church visit
- St. Paul's Church ruins climb
- Bicycle rickshaw descent
- Masjid Selat mosque visit
Landmarks Melaka River Stadthuys Clock Tower Christ Church Melaka St. Paul's Church Masjid Selat - Day 8
Melaka
Spend today exploring the artfully decorated buildings along Melaka River. Head to Morten Village, a traditional neighborhood in the middle of the city. You can hire a local guide if you want to learn more about the area's history (guide fees paid on site). Later, watch the sunset turn the traditional houses a reddish-gold color.
Optional Activities
- Melaka River banks exploration
- Morten Village guided tour (optional, payable on site)
Landmarks Melaka River Morten Village - Day 9
Melaka to Ipoh
Take a bus through the bright green Malaysian countryside from Melaka to Ipoh. When you arrive, take a walk around town to stretch your legs. Check out Perak Tong Cave Temple with its artistic murals and giant Buddha statue. Climb the 450 stone steps to the viewing platform and take in the views of Ipoh from up top.
Included Activities
- Long-distance bus from Melaka to Ipoh
Optional Activities
- Perak Tong Cave Temple exploration
- 450-step stone staircase climb and viewing platform
Landmarks Perak Tong Cave Temple - Day 10
Ipoh
Start with breakfast at Plan B cafe in the old town, trying the famous Ipoh White Coffee and Kaya Toast. After that, walk through Concubine Lane with its colorful colonial houses, quirky shops, snacks, and street food. Stop at the calm Kek Lok Tong temple built inside a limestone cave. Finish by eating your way through Tong Sui Kai night market with satay, chee cheong fun, and desserts.
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at Plan B café
- Concubine Lane exploration
- Kek Lok Tong temple visit
- Tong Sui Kai night market dining
Landmarks Plan B Café Concubine Lane Kek Lok Tong Temple Tong Sui Kai Night Market - Day 11
Ipoh
Today you'll check out Ipoh's cave temples. Visit Sam Poh Tong Temple against the Gunung Rapat limestone cliffs, where a bright red and orange pagoda sits at the cave entrance. From there, explore Tasik Cermin (Mirror Lake) through old cave passages. The setting has green limestone rocks surrounding deep petrol-colored water.
Optional Activities
- Sam Poh Tong Temple visit
- Tasik Cermin/Mirror Lake exploration (optional, payable on site)
Landmarks Sam Poh Tong Temple Tasik Cermin Gunung Rapat - Day 12
Ipoh
Spend time in Ipoh's Old Town with its pastel-colored buildings, vintage cafes, and colonial architecture. Walk through Mural Art Lane to see cool street murals and get photos. Wander Concubine Lane again with floating umbrellas, souvenirs, and egg tarts. End the day at a hip cafe sipping ice-cold white coffee and kaya toast.
Optional Activities
- Old Town exploration with pastel houses and colonial architecture
- Mural Art Lane street art discovery
- Concubine Lane shopping and browsing
- Hip café visit with white coffee and kaya toast
Landmarks Ipoh Old Town Mural Art Lane Concubine Lane - Day 13
Ipoh to George Town
Pack up and head north by bus to the island of Penang, pulling into the charming town of George Town. The old town has street art, colorful house facades, and cultural diversity mixed together. Start exploring on your own, taking a self-guided tour through the streets to find interactive art installations perfect for photos.
Included Activities
- Long-distance bus from Ipoh to George Town
Optional Activities
- George Town street art exploration tour
Landmarks George Town - Day 14
Penang Countryside
Catch a tuk-tuk out to Balik Pulau and rent a bike for a countryside ride. You'll pedal through palm-lined roads, stop at fruit plantations to try fresh fruit, and visit Kuala Sungai Pinang, a traditional fishing village. Head to the Saanen Dairy Goat Farm to pet white goats and sample goat's milk products.
Optional Activities
- Tuk-tuk ride to Balik Pulau (optional, payable locally)
- Bike rental (optional, payable locally)
- Fruit plantation stops
- Kuala Sungai Pinang fishing village exploration
- Saanen Dairy Goat Farm visit
Landmarks Balik Pulau Kuala Sungai Pinang Saanen Dairy Goat Farm - Day 15
Penang Beach and Street Food
Spend your day relaxing at Batu Ferringhi beach with sand between your toes and sea breeze on your face. In the late afternoon, head to Little India for authentic street food like roti canai and mango lassi. Finish your evening at New Lane Hawker Center where you can try satay skewers, char kway teow, and other Malaysian dishes.
Optional Activities
- Batu Ferringhi beach visit
- Little India street food exploration
- New Lane Hawker Center dining
Landmarks Batu Ferringhi Beach Little India, Penang New Lane Hawker Center - Day 16
George Town
Start with breakfast at Wheeler's cafe on Love Lane in George Town. Browse local shops for souvenirs and pop into cafes and bars. Stop by Beryl's Chocolate Story gallery to see their collection. Photograph the colonial buildings around the Clock Tower and Town Hall. Later, head up to Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill for panoramic views of the area.
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at Wheeler's café on Love Lane (optional, payable locally)
- Love Lane shops and cafés browsing
- Beryl's Chocolate Story gallery visit
- Colonial buildings photography
- Clock Tower and Town Hall visit
- Kek Lok Si Temple visit
- Penang Hill viewpoint visit
Landmarks Wheeler's Café Love Lane Beryl's Chocolate Story Clock Tower Town Hall Kek Lok Si Temple Penang Hill - Day 17
Departure from Penang
Pack your bags with all your souvenirs and get ready to head home. Prepare for your flight back and take a moment to reflect on all the places you've seen and food you've tried during your time in Malaysia.
- Day 18
Arrival Home
Your flight lands and you collect your luggage from baggage claim. With a big smile and memories of Malaysia still fresh, you head home ready to tell everyone about your adventure.
