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West Malaysia
The Legendary Malaya Round Trip
9 DAYS/ 8 NIGHTS
Itinerary:
DAY 1: Kuala Lumpur- Cameron Highlands
Depart Kuala Lumpur in the morning and drive to Cameron Highlands, which is situated about 1542 meters above sea level. En route stop at the Batu Caves, to view a huge limestone outcrop that houses a Hindu temple. Enjoy a short lunch stop at Tapah town, before proceeding north to the hill resort of Cameron Highlands. Along the way to Cameron Highlands, stops will be made at the Lata Iskandar Waterfall and a bamboo making cottage industry. Upon arrival at the Cameron Highlands, visit the tea plantation and vegetable markets, before checking in to the hotel of your choice.
In the evening visit the township of Tanah Rata with its colorful local fares. Explore Cameron Highlands at night and try some of the local cuisine. With the fresh vegetables available in abundance in Cameron Highlands, one should try the Chinese steamboat, a kind of a fondue that is very popular in Cameron Highlands.
DAY 2: Cameron Highlands- IPOH- Kuala Kangsar- Pangkar
Depart Cameron Highlands, and make en route stops to visit an Aborigines settlement. Following which you will continue your journey and drive towards Ipoh. An en route stop will be made at the Sam Poh Tong Cave temple in Gunung Rapat, 5km south of Ipoh. The temple houses an impressive work of art with various statues of Buddha set among the natural stalactites and stalagmites. Local lunch en route.
Next stop will be at Kuala Kangsar, a most attractive royal town, around 60 km north of Ipoh. En route visits will also be made at the Ubudiah Mosque, the Iskandariah Palace (royal palace), and the Istana Kenangan Museum.
The Ubudiah Mosque is reputed to be one of the most beautiful mosques in the country. The Istana Kenangan or the Royal Museum is a unique wooden building built without any plans or nails. It now houses the Royal Regalia, photographs of the Royal Family, illustrations and artifacts of the past and present monarchy in Perak.
We end today by driving to Pangkor's jetty where you will be transferred by ferry and on land, to your accommodation.
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| Poh Tong Cave temple |
Ubudiah Mosque |
DAY 3: Pangkor Island- Penang’s Georgetown
After breakfast depart for a round-the-island trip with stops at various temples, Malay fishing villages, drying areas for "ikan bilis" (anchovies), salted fish, and other dried seafood, boat building yards, ending up with a picnic lunch by one of the beaches. After lunch, return to Pangkor jetty, and transfer to the mainland, to continue overland trip to Penang, arriving in the evening.
A special evening: Enjoy an evening at a typical Nyonya restaurant, converted from a quaint double-story pre- war building where you can try dishes like Assam Laksa- Rice noodle in spiced fish soup, Curry Kapitan- A Peranakan styled Chicken Curry dish, Spicy Prawn, Cuttlefish and Spinach Salad, Pai Tee- Vegetables in Top Hats', Chendol- A delightful coconut based dessert.
DAY 4: George Town
After breakfast, venture onto Little India in Market Street.
Highlights include:
Visit the Joss Maker: Mr Lee Beng Chuan, who has been making small joss sticks for decades now. He will show anyone interested, the process of making joss sticks (the process cannot be shown if it rains).
The Sri Mahamariamman Temple: This Hindu temple was built in 1833 by the association of 'Chettiars' (moneylenders) of early Penang. The temple features the Hindu goddess Mariamman in her many incarnations. Spice Market: Experience the hustle and bustle of GeorgeTown's spice trade by visiting the many wholesale and retail traders dealing in age old spices eg. Cinammon, Cloves Nutmeg, Pepper, Cumin and much much more. This spice market has been in existence since the 18th Century and is located still next to the wharves from whence trading ships berthed.
Proceed for lunch at a traditional banana leaf restaurant. Experiment eating rice with curry on a banana leaf, with your hands, as did the early Indian settlers.
After lunch, venture into the historical 'inner' enclave of Georgetown
Highlights of tour include:
The Kuan Yin (Goddess of Mercy) Temple: The first temple built by Chinese settlers in the early 19th Century.
The Kapitan Keling Mosque: As soon as the East India Company stationed itself in Penang, the Muslim section of its troops comprising the Havildars, Jemadars and Sepoys founded this first mosque in 1801.
Cannon Square and the Khoo Kongsi Clan House: The famous Khoo Kongsi located at the square is the grandest clan house in the country. The clan temple itself is a monument of Zhang Zhou architecture of typical late Chng dynasty baroqueness.
Sun Yat Sen base: Visit a late 19th century shop-house which was the base of the Tung Meng Hooi arty when it was headquartered in Penang from 1909 to 1911.
Savor nightfall on a trishaw through old George Town.
Ride through the streets of old George Town on a trishaw. Take in all the sights, smells and sounds of the inner city, as your trishaw brings you from Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, riding through the historical Faquhar Road, passing the St. Xaviers1 Institution and Convent Light Street, both established in the 19th century by early Christian missionaries. Continue along Chulia Street, cutting into Love Lane and Muntri Street, the infamous "red light" districts of bygone days. Ending up by the sea- side esplanade located at Light Street and savor an outdoor hawker dining experience as the locals do - with the South China Sea as a backdrop.
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| Sri Mahamariamman Temple |
Kapitan Keling Mosque |
George Town |
DAY 5: Penang-Kota Bahru
After breakfast, prepare yourself for a long and scenic drive through the East West highway. The highway cuts through the Mountain Range of Malaysia and offers breathtaking views of the tropical rainforest, rubber and oil plam plantations and a vast lake. Stop for photographs along the way. En route lunch at a local restaurant. Finishing the day by driving to Kota Bahru, checking into accommodation.
DAY 6: Kota Bahru-Kuala Terengganu
After breakfast, join us for a visit to the Central market. This colorful market bustles with activity. Women sitting on mats offer farm-fresh vegetables, fish, preserved food, dried seafood and sweetmeats. Kota Bahru is also the center for Malay crafts. After which, continue along the coastal roads to head towards Kuala Terengganu, making a stop at the Sekitar Wat Bodhiyan, where you can take a traditional sauna in the temple's ground (available from 3pm to 10pm). En route local lunch. Continue journey to Kuala Terengganu with en route stops along the way, at small cottage industries to see boat making, typical Malay village to see the local folks showing off their skills in top spinning and kite flying.
DAY 7: Kuala Terengganu-Kuantan
After breakfast, visit the Terengganu State Museum Complex, the famous floating mosque, fishing villages, brassware making and mengkuang weaving cottage industries, and the turtle museum. A highlight will be to watch the local folks make brown sugar. On the way to Kuantan, make an en route stop at Beserah, to see some of the best-salted fish in the region.
DAY 8: Kuantan
After breakfast, depart for Lake Cini. Located some 100km from Kuantan, this is a string of several connected lakes. A main highlight is the boat ride through the tropical forest and through the lake amongst hundreds if not thousands of white and pink lotus flowers (normally blooms from July to January).
DAY 9: Kuantan-Kuala Lumpur
After breakfast, drive from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur, with an en route stop for local lunch. Arrive in Kuala Lumpur.
Package Includes:
- Ticket including Airport taxes on the lowest fare
- 8 nights hotel accommodation
- all overland transfer from Kuala Lumpur City
- meals included in program
- Sightseeing as specified in the program with an English speaking driver cum guide.
Rates & Conditions:
All rates are is USD VALID TILL 31 Oct 2010
Tour by seat in coach with minimum 2 pax
| Hotel Category |
Twin share /per person |
Single supplement |
| Superior Hotels |
2390 |
400 |
| Deluxe Hotels |
2735 |
70 |
Please be advised, that transportation rates are based on current diesel prices. We strictly reserve the right to adjust our rates periodically based on the development of fuel retail prices in Malaysia.
Accommodation Choices:
1st Night
- Strawberry Park - 135 rooms, Cameron Highlands, **** OR
- The Lakehouse - 18 rooms Tudor-style country house, four-poster bed, antique furnishings, Cameron Highlands.
2nd Night
- Tiger Rock, an island and jungle hideaway - max capacity 14 pax OR
- Pangkor Laut,***** deluxe, 125 rooms Tiger Rock, set in 12 acres of jungle, backing onto 200 acres of forest reserve.
3rd & 4th Nights
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion *** OR
- The Eastern & Oriental, (E&O)*****deluxe
5th Night
- Renaissance Kota Bahru****, 142 rooms.
6th Night
- Sutra Beach resort ***, 120 rooms OR
- The Aryani*****, 20 rooms
7th & 8th Nights
- Legend Resort, Cherating *** OR
- Swiss Garden Resort & Spa, Kuantan ****, 304 rooms
Note: In the event that the above proposed hotels are not available, a similar alternative hotel will be provided.
Flight Details:
Royal Jordanian
RJ 408 BEY AMM 2200 2300
RJ 180 AMM KUL 0210 1925
RJ 181 KUL AMM 2210 0515
RJ 401 AMM BEY 0700 0800
Qatar Airways
QR 421 BEYDOH 0420 0710
QR 610 DOHBKK 0800 1900
QR 611 BKKDOH 2030 2330
QR 420 DOHBEY 0015 0320
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