20D18N From Cities to Jungles
Malaysia & Borneo
Embark on a 20D18N adventure across Malaysia and Borneo, from Kuala Lumpur’s iconic Twin Towers and Batu Caves to Malacca’s heritage charm, Cameron Highlands’ cool landscapes, Penang’s vibrant culture, and Sabah’s breathtaking Kinabalu wonders. Discover diverse flavors, nature, and unforgettable experiences along the way.
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1
Arrival Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Your journey begins with an international flight to Kuala Lumpur. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the inflight service as you travel toward Southeast Asia.
Day 2
(B)
Arrival KLIA – Malacca
Upon arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, meet and greet with our tour guide who will accompany the group throughout the journey. The drive from KLIA to Melaka takes approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on traffic. After checking in to the hotel, guests may enjoy some free leisure time.
Overnight at Ibis Hotel Melaka
Day 3
(B)
Malacca
Discover Melaka’s rich heritage on a full-day guided journey visiting iconic landmarks including Dutch Square, Christ Church, Stadthuys, St. Paul’s Hill, St. Paul’s Church, and A Famosa Porta de Santiago. Continue to Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Kampung Kling Mosque, and Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum (supplementary basis) to explore the city’s multicultural history.
After a relaxing lunch break (meals at own expense). stroll along the historic lanes of Heeren Street, Melaka River Art Walk, and the historic Jonker Street. Capture scenic moments at Melaka Straits Mosque and experience optional local activities such as a trishaw ride (supplementary basis) while discovering Melaka’s unique blend of heritage, culture, and charm.
Important Note: Visiting the museum and the trishaw ride are available on a supplementary basis and are at your own expense.
Overnight at Ibis Hotel Melaka
Day 4
(B)
Malacca – Kuala Lumpur
After breakfast, depart Malacca and travel to Kuala Lumpur for a cultural city tour exploring Malaysia’s vibrant capital. Discover the colorful streets of Chinatown, visit Guan Di Temple and Sri Mahamariamman Temple, and explore Central Market’s local crafts and artistic heritage.
Continue to Little India with its lively atmosphere, textiles, and flavors. Admire iconic landmarks including Merdeka Square, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, and the Colonial Railway Station before checking in to the hotel and enjoying a relaxing evening at leisure.
Overnight at The 5 Elements Hotel
Day 5
(B)
Twin Tower - Batu Caves and Firefly Tour
Enjoy a memorable Kuala Lumpur experience visiting iconic landmarks and natural wonders. Begin with a photo stop at Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC Park, with an optional visit to the Petronas Skybridge and Observation Deck (supplementary basis, at own expense, subject to ticket availability).
Enjoy shopping and lunch at Suria KLCC (meals at own expense) before exploring Batu Caves, the famous Hindu temple complex with its limestone caves and 272 steps. Continue to Kuala Selangor for a seafood dinner (Dinner Included) and an enchanting firefly boat ride along Selangor River (Boat Ride Included) before returning to Kuala Lumpur.
Dinner: Local Restaurant – Chinese Seafood Dinner
Overnight at The 5 Elements Hotel
Day 6
(B/L)
Kuala Lumpur - Cameron Highlands
Travel from Kuala Lumpur to the cool landscapes of Cameron Highlands, beginning with a visit to Batu Caves, one of Malaysia’s most iconic Hindu temple complexes featuring a golden statue, limestone caves, and 272 colourful steps.
Continue through scenic countryside to Lata Iskandar Waterfall, surrounded by lush tropical forests, before visiting a local Orang Asli settlement to discover indigenous traditions. Upon arrival in Cameron Highlands, enjoy an Asian lunch buffet and explore a picturesque tea estate with green tea fields, a freshly brewed cup of highland tea, and warm scone before hotel check-in.
Lunch: Golfer Café – Asian Buffet
Overnight at Heritage Hotel CMH
Day 7
(B)
Cameron Highlands Tour
Explore the cool beauty of Cameron Highlands on a full-day journey visiting BOH Tea Plantation and Factory, where guests can walk through scenic tea fields, learn about tea production, and enjoy BOH tea with a freshly baked scone.
Continue to Butterfly Park (entrance fee included), Kea Farm local market, Strawberry Farm, Honey Bee Farm, and Cactus or Flower Garden. Discover fresh local produce, colourful gardens, and highland experiences surrounded by nature. If time permits, visit Time Tunnel Museum (Supplement Basis) to explore nostalgic memorabilia and stories showcasing the history and charm of Cameron Highlands.
Important Note: BOH Tea Plantation is closed on Mondays, except during Public Holidays or Malaysian School Holidays. It may also close unexpectedly without prior notice. If closed, the visit will be replaced with the scenic Bharat Tea Plantation (tea fields only, no factory tour).
Overnight at Heritage Hotel CMH
Day 8
(B)
Cameron Highlands – Bukit Merah – Penang
Travel from Cameron Highlands to Penang with a meaningful stop at Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island, a conservation centre where guests can observe orangutans in their natural habitat through a covered viewing tunnel. Continue the journey across the scenic sea bridge to Penang, check in at the hotel, and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Important Note: Orang Utan Sanctuary closed on Tuesdays, except public holidays & school holidays. Orang Utan Sanctuary may suspend when lake water is low or weather is unsafe (boat safety) *** We will be replaced and do sightseeing in Penang Georgetown for trishaw tour around Georgetown.
Overnight at Hotel Sentral Seaview
Day 9
(B/L)
Penang Full Day City Tour
Discover Penang’s rich heritage with a full-day exploration of George Town UNESCO Heritage Zone, featuring colourful shophouses, colonial buildings, Clan Jetties, traditional streets, and iconic street art murals.
Visit Pinang Peranakan Mansion (Supplement Basis), Khoo Kongsi (Supplement Basis), The Blue Mansion (Supplement Basis), and enjoy local Nyonya cuisine. Explore Fort Cornwallis and Esplanade before relaxing at Batu Ferringhi or Penang National Park with a boat ride to Monkey Beach (Boat fee included), combining culture, history, and nature.
Lunch : Peranakan Restaurant
Overnight at Hotel Sentral Seaview
Day 10
(B)
Penang – Flight to Kota Kinabalu
Breakfast and check out. Transfer to the Penang Int Aiport for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival at Kota Kinabalu, meet and greet with your local guide and transfer to the hotel for check in. Free at your Leisure.
Overnight at Dreamtell Hotel
Day 11
(B/L/D)
Kota Kinabalu-Nabalu-Kinabalu Park-Mountain Garden
Embark on a scenic journey to Kundasang through mountain roads along the Crocker Range, with a stop at Nabalu Market to explore local produce, fruits, vegetables, and handicraft souvenirs. Continue to Kinabalu Park for a refreshing nature walk at the Botanical Garden, enjoy views of Mount Kinabalu, and relax before checking in at the cottage hotel.
Overnight at The Cottage at Kundasang
Day 12
(B/L/D)
Kundasang-Sabah Tea-Sukau Kinabatangan
Breakfast at hotel. Check-out and depart to Sabah Tea plantation. From Sabah Tea and depart to Sukau Kinabatangan. On arrival check-in and enjoy the nature. Relax by the river before embarking by boat up-river at 4:00 PM along Sabah's longest river, Kinabatangan with opportunity to view wildlife and birds in its virgin rainforest habitat.
Search for some of the primate’s species including the endemic Proboscis Monkeys as they settle down on treetops. Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary is on the best places in Southeast Asia to observe wildlife. Overnight at Borneo Nature Lodge or equivalent.
Overnight at Borneo Nature Lodge
Day 13
(B/L/D)
Sukau Kinabatangan
Wake up to the calls of birds, insects and animals. At 6:00 AM take a morning cruise up to The Kinabatangan River and onto Kelenna Ox-Bow Lake for bird watching and in search of other wildlife.
Take a short jungle walk (if weather permits) and experience the wilderness of Borneo before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Free at leisure to explore the surrounding areas or nearby village. In the late afternoon at 4:00 PM, boat cruise along the river to see many species of flora and fauna of the rainforest and overnight stay at Borneo Nature Lodge or equivalent.
Note: Optional tours e.g. Night Cruise & Tree Planting can be arranged at the lodge with minimal rates depends on the weather condition (Optional night activity starts at 8:00 PM)
Overnight at Borneo Nature Lodge
Day 14
(B/L)
Sukau Kinabatangan – Sepilok Resort
Check-out and depart to Sepilok Orang-Utan Rehabilitation Centre where orphaned and injured Orang-Utan brought to Sepilok to be rehabilitated to return and fend for themselves back to the wild. Sepilok is a primary lowland forest; a fine showcase of Borneo’s remaining rainforest. Witness the feeding of Orang-Utan from a platform in the forest and later watch the 25 minutes scheduled video documentary show. Visit Sunbear center. Lunch at local restaurant and send back to the resort. Free at youir lesiure.
Overnight at Sepilok Jungle Resort
Day 15
(B)
Sepilok – Visit Orang Utan Sanctuary
Breakfast and Free at your leisure
Day 16
(B)
Sepilok - Sandakan - flight to Kota Kinabalu - Papar (beach)
Transfer to Sandakan Airport for your flight to Kota Kinabalu
Day 17
(B)
Beringgis Resort – Free & Easy
Breakfast and Free at your leisure
Day 18
(B)
Beringgis Resort – Free & Easy
Breakfast and Free at your leisure
Day 19
(B)
Papar - Kota Kinabalu - flight to Kuala Lumpur – Amsterdam
Departure transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport for your onwards flight home.
Day 20
Arrival Amsterdam
End of Tour
ACCOMMODATION
Ibis Hotel Malacca
Destination in Malacca, Std Twin / Double Room
The 5 Elemants
Destination in Kuala Lumpur, Std Twin / Double Room
Heritage Hotel
Destination in Cameron Highlands, Dlx Twin / Double Room
Hotel Sentral Seaview
Destination in Penang, Std Twin / Double Room
Dreamtel Hotel
Destination in Kota Kinabalu, Std Twin / Double Room
The Cottage Hotel
Destination in Kundasang, Std Twin / Double Room
Sukau Bilit Resort
Destination in Kinabatangan River, Std Twin / Double Room
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Destination in Sepilok, Std Twin / Double Room
Beringgis Beach Resort
Destination in Papar, Std Twin / Double Room
INCLUSIONS
Services
Good to Know
Terms & Conditions
Our Package Includes:
- 18 nights’ accommodation at the stated hotels and room categories (or similar)
- Complimentary (1) Room with Breakfast for the Tour Leader
- Complimentary Meal & Entrance fee for the Tour Leader as per stated in the Itinerary
- Daily breakfast, Lunch and Dinner as per stated ( B/L/D)
- Tourism Tax per room per night
- Sustainability tax at Cameron Highlands Hotel
- Heritage Tax for Penang Hotel
- Tours and transfers with licenced Dutch-speaking guide. Dutch-speaking tour guides are very limited and must be booked at least 90-60 days in advance
- Tours and transfers with licenced English-speaking guide. There are no Dutch Speaking Guides/translator in Sabah
- Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated
- Public Liability Insurance
Our Package Does Not Includes:
- 100% surcharge for tour guide applicable during Malaysia Public Holidays
- 50% Midnight surcharge for any transfers pick up between 2200hrs to 0700hrs
- Personal expenses such as other meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours/ visits, unless otherwise stated
- Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement
- Any domestic / international airline tickets, airport taxes, visa fees, specific camera / video fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general pick-up / drop-off regions (such as airports, out-of-town resorts, ports, harbours and accommodation in surrounding towns)
- Any accommodation expenses of a personal nature. This includes (compulsory festive) meals and drinks, mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
- International travel and medical insurance coverage for customers
- Any other local tax except stated in the inclusions.
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