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Malaysia, 10 Days · Classic tour
Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur
Nature, architecture and an exciting culture
We enter one of the two states that Malaysia has on the island of Borneo: Sarawak. From Kuching, its capital, we will get into the cultural and natural aspects of this area, visiting museums, typical buildings, ancient palaces, and going out to meet orangutans in their ecosystem. Kuala Lumpur is many cities in one: the capital city, administrative and social centre; the city that lights up at night, full of modern rooftops where you can have a drink; the city of avant-garde architecture, with the Petronas Towers as a symbol; and the city that amalgamates cultural influences, where the heritage of centuries of history is always present. Shall we go?
Departure date
Departures from June 2024 till March 2025
From
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow...
Travel details
City of origin - Kuala Lumpur
Departure with destination Kuala Lumpur. Night on board.
Kuala Lumpur
Arrival and transfer from the airport to the selected hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Free time. Overnight stay.
Kuala Lumpur - Kuching
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport. Flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching. Arrival. Transfer to the hotel. At noon we will start the city tour. The tour includes a visit to Pek Kong Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in Serawak, dating back to 1876. From there you get a good view of Fort Margarita. By car we will drive past St. Joseph's Cathedral, Syariah Court, past houses of traditional architecture built on poles and see the mosque built by the river. We will also see Astana, the former palace of the White Rajahs, which is now the official residence of the Governor of Sarawak. We will take a break in front of the colonial-style Palace of Justice, complete with a clock tower and a granite obelisk built in memory of the second White Rajah, Charles Brooke. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.
Kuching
Breakfast. Morning departure to Bako National Park. A scenic drive will take us to the fishing village of Bako, from where we continue by boat. On arrival we will start our dive in the mangrove and jungle in search of wildlife. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards we will walk along trails to observe the surrounding wildlife, which is home to snub-nosed monkeys, lizards, bearded boars, silver langurs and more than a hundred species of birds. The jungle is also home to several species of carnivorous plants. After exploration, return to the jetty to take a boat to Bako and transfer to the hotel.
Kuching
Breakfast. Morning departure to Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, about 30 minutes from Kuching. This is the best place to observe orangutans in their ecosystem. This is a rehabilitation centre that helps orangutans to reintegrate into the wild after their treatment. We will be able to see the animals from a distance and then enjoy lunch at a local cafe. Return to Kuching to visit the rural village of Annah Rais, home to more than 120 Bidayuh families. On the way we will pass rice fields, cocoa and pepper plantations interspersed with lush tropical forests, rivers and mountains. Return to the hotel and overnight. Note: the presence of the orangutans is not guaranteed as their behaviour is unpredictable.
Kuching - Kuala Lumpur
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight from Kuching to Kuala Lumpur. Arrival. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Kuala Lumpur
Breakfast and city tour. Drive through the Perdana Botanical Gardens, also known as the Gardens of the Lakes. Stop at the National Mosque and Independence Square. From there we will walk to Pasar Seni, the central market. We will pass by one of Kuala Lumpur's earliest buildings, the Masjid Jamek, built where the Gombak and Klang rivers meet. We will reach Chinatown and go to Kampung Baru, an area where most of the houses are built according to traditional architecture. The tour ends in the city centre, where we can take pictures of the Petronas Towers. Return to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation.
Kuala Lumpur - Malacca - Kuala Lumpur
Breakfast. In the morning, we depart for a full day visit to Malacca, about 145 kilometres south of the city. The drive takes about two and a half hours. In Malacca, we will see the ruins of the A Famosa Fortress, Dutch Square and cross the bridge over the river to reach the streets of old Malacca. Enjoy a river cruise and see buildings whose architecture draws on Dutch and British influences. We will visit the Baba Nyonya House Museum. Lunch included. Afterwards we will see the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in Malaysia, and the Kampung Kling Mosque, the oldest mosque in Malacca. Finally stop at Bukit China, the largest Chinese cemetery outside China. Return to Kuala Lumpur. Accommodation.
Kuala Lumpur - Cameron Highlands - City of origin
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.
City of origin
Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
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Return flight.
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Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Kuala Lumpur.
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Stay in selected hotel in Kuala Lumpur.
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Selected meal plan in Kuala Lumpur.
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Transfer from the hotel in Kuala Lumpur to the airport.
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Flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching.
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Accommodation in the planned hotels or similar category.
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Transfers according to programme.
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Transport in vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
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Visits on regular tours that are mentioned and are not listed as optional.
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English-speaking local guides
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Diet: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches.
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Flight from Kuching to Kuala Lumpur.
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Visits on regular tours that are mentioned and not listed as optional.
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English-speaking local guides.
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Diet: 3 breakfasts.
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Insolvency protection.
Your trip doesn't include
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Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Malaysia are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Malaysia.
- Malaysia is a Muslim country and the month of Ramadan is of major significance to its residents. During Ramadan, entertainment and alcohol will be restricted in most of the country. The sale of alcohol will be restricted in many places, although some establishments will offer alcohol for sale to tourists. During this period, local businesses may also have shorter opening hours.
- To reconfirm services at the destination, please send us your passport details within 24 hours of booking.
- Please check which documents are required to enter the country.
When visiting the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, the presence of the orangutans is not guaranteed as their behaviour is unpredictable.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.