Day 01: Wed: Kuala Lumpur – Cameron Highlands (220 km)
After breakfast, drive North towards Cameron Highland stopping en-route at Lata Iskandar Waterfall and a native settlement. Tour the Highlands visiting the tea plantation, tea factory (factory operation is closed on Mon & public holidays), marketplace and cactus garden.
Day 02: Thu: Cameron Highlands – Penang (330 km) [B]
Set off early to Penang. Stop at Ipoh and the Royal town of Kuala Kangsar. Discover Ipoh Oldtown. Brief tour of the colonial Ipoh town, including the “Taj Mahal of Ipoh” – the Moorish-style Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Town Hall. Walk along Concubine Lane- formerly was a residential area to many rich Chinese magnate and British officers. Today, the pre-war shophouses that line the street have been restored to their former glory. Continue to Kuala Kangsar and drive around Bukit Chandan. View Malaysia’s unique architecture of the exterior of Masjid Ubudiah, Istana Iskandariah, and Istana Kenangan (Royal Gallery), with photo stop. Continue visit to the Labu Sayong Center where unique shaped pots are made with deft hands and creative inspirations mostly by womenfolk. Cross over to Penang, the “Pearl of the Orient” via one of the longest bridges in the world.
Day 03: Fri: Penang – Discovery Tour of Georgetown, Penang [B]
Today visit the 3rd longest reclining Buddha figure in the world followed by Kek Lok Si Temple, the Temple of 1000 Buddhas. Visit Fort Cornwallis, the water village of The Clan Jetties at Weld Quay and “The Street of Harmony” where churches, Chinese temples, mosques, and Hindu temples harmonious exist side by side. Be amazed by the intricate Khoo Kong Si clan’s house. Enjoy a breezy trishaw ride. The rest of the day is free to spend at leisure.
Day 04: Sat: Penang – Kota Bharu (400 km) [B]
Today, travel from the west to the east of Peninsular Malaysia through the main mountain range, take in breathtaking views of the dense tropical rain forest. En-route, rest at Banding Island with its scenic view of Temenggor Lake. Continue to Kota Bharu, Kelantan, a friendly small town.
Day 05: Sun: Kota Bharu – Kuala Terengganu (170 km) [B]
This morning visits to the famous and colourful famous wet market of Kota Bharu. Witness the traditional lifestyle of villagers such as silver handicraft, and the traditional Wau (kite) making. Enjoy the scenic drive along the coastline southward towards Kuala Terengganu. Enjoy some delectable local chips made of fish or prawn. Visit Pulau Duyong, famous traditional boat making. Explore the Islamic Civilization showcasing twenty replicas of great Islamic monuments of the world. The rest of the afternoon is free to spend at leisure.
Day 06: Mon: Kuala Terengganu – Kuantan (250 km) [B]
Drive further South towards Kuantan. En-route visit to the Batik Gallery, Malaysia’s famous art textile made from wax, using hand-drawn or hand-blocked technique. Taste the popular Malay delicacy of this region, “lemang”, rice cooked with coconut milk in bamboo. Visit scenic coastal fishing villages and a turtle information Centre. Enjoy a local tea break.
Day 07: Tue: Kuantan – Kuala Lumpur (270 km) [B]
Early set off to Kuala Lumpur. En-route stop at the quaint historic town of Sungai Lembing situated North–West from Kuantan. Stop at a hanging bridge for a scenic view of the surroundings. Visit Sungai Lembing Museum, dedicated to the memories of the heydays of Sungai Lembing as the town with the largest, longest, and deepest subterranean tin mine in the world. Continue and drop-off in Kuala Lumpur.
