Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country occupying the Malaysian Peninsula and part of the island of Borneo. It’s known for its beaches, rainforests and mix of Malay, Chinese, Indian and European influences.

The sprawling capital, Kuala Lumpur, is home to colonial buildings, busy shopping districts such as Bukit Bintang, and skyscrapers including the iconic 451m-tall Petronas Twin Towers, whilst the rest of the country has the secluded beauty of many secretive islands. Malaysia has so much to offer.

Santha @ Travelserv, who was born in Penang, is our Malaysia specialist and she can use her extensive knowledge to plan your perfect visit and suggest some local tours which you may not find advertised elsewhere.

We have our own ground agents in Malaysia, and have visited all of the places listed below, so that we can provide the best holiday experience for our clients.

NOTE : UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advice.

Below is an example of a tour of Malaysia we can arrange for you, but please Contact Us with your exact needs.

Malaysia

Arrive in Kuala Lumpur, by air or luxury bus, where your driver will meet and take you to your city centre hotel where you will spend a minimum of 3 nights.

  • Explore the city on foot / by metro for shopping (including China Town), sightseeing (including Independence Square and the Petronas Twin Towers) and food (from street food to fine dining)
  • Your driver can take you to visit other places around the city:
    • Putrajaya – home of the Government
    • The National Monument – commemorating those who died in Malaysia’s struggle for freedom
    • Batu Caves – Hindu Temple
    • The Kings Palace
Kuala Lumpur

Arrive in Ipoh (Malaysia’s second largest city), by air or luxury bus, where your driver will meet and take you to your city centre hotel where you will spend a minimum of 3 nights.

  • Colonial Railway Station, and monument to the Death Railway
  • St. Michael’s Institution
  • Little India
  • Kek Look Tong – Buddhist Cave Temple
  • Ling Sen Tong – Taoist Cave Temple
Ipoh

Arrive in Langkawi Island, by ferry or air, and relax during your minimum of 3 nights in a beach front or city centre hotel.

  • Secluded sandy beaches
  • Air Terjun Temurun – magnificent waterfall, hidden in the hills
  • Panorma Langkawi – home of the Oriental Village, SkyCab (cable car), SkyBridge, SkyTrail and Seven Wells waterfalls
  • Malay Street Market – every Wednesday night on the river bank in Kuah
  • Mangrove Tour of the Kilim Karst Geoforest Park.
  • Burnt Rice Field
Langkawi

Arrive in Penang Island, by air or luxury bus, and end your holiday with a minimum of 3 nights in a beach front or city centre hotel.

  • Explore George Town, a World Heritage site (try our ‘Indian Summers’ tour), including Fort Cornwallis, Swettenham Pier, Church Street Pier, Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower, Little India
  • Drive around the island to explore a Tropical Fruit Farm, Teluk Bahang Dam, and numerous secluded beaches
  • Experience the wide variety of food at the Original Penang Kayu Nasi Candar, the Goodal Food Court, Supertanker Food Court, and many more
  • Explore old Penang, including Penang Museum, Arulmigu Sree Ganeshar Hindu Temple, Wat Chayamangkalaram Thai Buddhist Temple, Nattukkottai Chettiar or Waterfall Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple, the Botanical Gardens, Penang Hill with its Cable Car
  • Explore new Penang, including the Komtar Tower / Menara Komtar Complex, Straits Quay, Gurney Paragon Mall, Queensbay Mall, Sunshine Mall
  • Visit the mainland, via the bridge or ferry, to see the pilgrimage site at St Anne’s Church
Penang

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Arrive on Pulau Perhentian Besar, by ferry or air and 45-minute boat trip; relax during your minimum of 3 nights in a beach front hotel.

The name Perhentian means “stopping point” in Malay. This is because the islands became a staging point used by traders traveling from Malaysia to Bangkok. The two main islands are Pulau Perhentian Besar (“Big Perhentian Island”) and Pulau Perhentian Kecil (“Small Perhentian Island”).

  • Secluded sandy beaches
  • Swim in the crystal-clear waters with a huge variety of fish, including baby sharks and ray, turtles and coral
  • SCUBA and snorkelling
  • Take a boat trip around the islands
  • Trek into the mountainous forest
Perhentian

Arrive on Redang Island, by ferry or air and 45-minute boat trip; relax during your minimum of 3 nights in a beach front hotel.

Redang Island, locally known as Pulau Redang is one of the largest islands off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, which is located in Terengganu, Malaysia that is famous for its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and the marine fauna with numerous reefs found on Pulau Pinang. It is one of nine islands, which form a marine park offering snorkelling and diving opportunities for tourists.

  • Secluded sandy beaches
  • Swim in the crystal-clear waters with a huge variety of fish, including baby sharks and ray, and coral
  • SCUBA and snorkelling
  • Take a boat trip around the islands
Redang