West Coast Malaysia 10 days tour
Overview
Welcome to our West Coast Malaysia 10 days tour!
Discover the two can-not-miss attractions in Malaysia of Kuala Lumpur and Pahang. Learn more about history and culture of this country with the ancient pagodas, museum, temples as well as churches. Immerse yourself into breathtaking nature by discovering the caves, highlands, waterfalls and forest. Pay a visit local farms to get a deep insight into daily life of Malaysian locals and lastly, enjoy relaxed atmosphere and white sand, clear blue water on Tioman Island. Come to Malaysia and have an amazing trip with this West Coast Malaysia 10 days tour.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore Kuala Lumpur where is the capital city of Malaysia, boasting gleaming skyscrapers, colonial architecture, charming locals, and a myriad of natural attractions.
- Learn more about history and culture of the World’s Heritage city of Malaca
- Immerse yourself into breathtaking nature by discovering the caves, highlands, waterfalls as well as forest.
- Have short trek in Fashion forest.
- Pay a visit to bee farm and strawberry farm
- Enjoy relaxed atmosphere and white sand, clear blue water on Tioman Island.
Itinerary
Warmly welcome you on arrival in Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Our guide will pick you up to your hotel to check-in, and you will have time to take a rest after a long flight. And then the rest of day is on your own, you can make an impression on the city by night by exploring yourself.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Kuala Lumpur
Meal: None
In the morning, we will pick you up then we start a journey to explore Kuala Lumpur City.
The first destination is Petronas Twin Tower - considered as the symbol of Malaysia. Petronas Twin Tower, pair of skyscraper office buildings, is one of the most highest tower in the world with 88 storeys and 403m in height. This is the landmark of Kuala Lumpur, officially opened in 1999.
We continue to visit Jamek Mosque, located in the confluence of 2 main streams in Malaysia: Sungai Klang and Sungai Gombak. This is the oldest mosque in the city, built in 1900 and opened in 1909, being the main praying place of the city until National Mosque opened in 1965. The mosque’s design was inspired from Mughal architecture of North India.
Keep going on the tour and we visit The National Museum, which brings you knowledge about Malaysia history as well as cultures and customs of Malaysian from the past to present. Moreover, the museum exhibits various valuable artifacts, such as traditional weapon, musical instruments, ceramic or pottery handicrafts, …
The last destination in the morning is Thean Hou temple - one of the largest temple in Southeast Asia. Completed in 1987 by the Selangor and Federarl Territory Hanan Association, the temple is known as the temple of Heaven God. It is famous for its combination in architecture, between traditional and modern architectural technique. Thean Hou temple features a Chinese herb garden and a tortoise pond accompanied with a well; beside it is a sacred Boddhi tree.
In the afternoon, after lunchtime, we visit Batu Caves. Located 13km northern from bustle Kuala Lumpur, Batu caves lies inside the limestones mountain including a system of caves with various temples. Batu caves is about 400 million years old but just was found in the 19th century, known as one of the most famous and sacred Hindu shrine in Malaysia. Tourists have to climb 272 footsteps to go inside the caves. Batu caves is attractive due to its giant and dedicated handmade sculptures by Indian.
Return to hotel and the evening will be on your own.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Kuala Lumpur
Meal: Breakfast
Today, we will take a whole day to vist Malacca - such a gorgeous and historic city in Malaysia and it was recognized as a World’s Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The first destination is Saint Peter’s Church - the oldest functioning Roman Catholic Church in Malaysia. It is the combination in structure between eastern and western. The church was built in 1710, after the occupation of Portuguese to Malacca. Under the occupation of Portuguese, churches were destroyed and Catholics were not permitted to have their cemeteries or even pray in their own homes. It was not until Dutch succeeded in the war that St. Peter’s church was constructed.
The next destination is A Famosa Fortress - one of the symbol of the old Malacca city. It is also an unforgettable milestone of Malaysian culture 600 years ago. Located in St. Paul Hill, the fortress is the oldest remainder remnant of European architecture in Asia. A Famosa was built in 1551 by Portuguese, destroyed when Dutch occupied Malacca, now there is just a wall remnant left. Nearby A Famosa Fortress is Saint Paul’s Church - a place that you can’t miss when you visit Malacca. The St Paul’s church lies at the top of St. Paul hill, built in 1521 by Portuguese and stick to revolutions of Malacca city. Located right at the center of city, the church was constructed in European unique architecture: red-painted like many other churches in Europe. The church was burned all of the top, now is just an empty building, still be a historic place of Malacca. We continue to visit Christ Church, which is outstanding on Jalan Gereja street with its red-painted wall and a huge white cross on the top. This is the heritage built by Dutch in 1753 to celebrate their occupation to Malaysia as well as to make room for praying. When English colonist came to Malaysia, they turn Christ Church from Protestantism to English denomination. The church is not huge, but there is a colorful garden outside it.
You will have a chance to give a try to many authentic tasty cuisines before visit Cheng Hoon Teng Temple - the Chinese oldest temple in Southeast Asia. The temple is located nearby Jalan Emas Tukang street, where is contributed place of 3 different religions: Kling Mosque, Sri Poyyatha Moothri Indian temple, and Cheng Hoon Teng Chinese temple. Built in 1645 by two Chinese general under the period of Portuguese occupation, the temple was recognized as historic cultural heritage by UNESCO due to its special and unique architecture, being the witness of the oldest Chinese movements in Malacca and in Malaysia.
Then, we take a stroll along Malacca’s Jonker Street to the Malacca river, boarding a boat to wander around this UNESCO heritage city.
Return to Kuala Lumpur and you are free.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Malacca
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Genting Highlands is known as the "city of clouds", located about 50 km from the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur. Since the 1960s, this place has been built into a high-end resort and recreation of Malaysia. At an altitude of more than 2,000 meters above sea level, the highlands enjoy a cool climate all year round. It is a mountain peak in the Titiwangsa Mountains on the border between the Malaysian states of Pahang and Selangor.
En route, we pass to visit Happy Bee Farm, the place where you can get and see how the bee farm acts as a natural bee looking for sweet nectar without any intervention or help from the human hand. In the highlands, imagine the pure natural beauty of honey made from a large flora and fauna that can only be found in a tropical forest reducing in numbers.
The next destination is Genting Strawberry Leisure Farm. Known as the largest strawberry farm in Malaysia and the first resort in Genting Highlands, the Genting Strawberry Leisure Ranch is a perfect way to spend the afternoon relaxing. The strawberry farm is located on the edge of the hill, with a strawberry garden, a flower park as well as a strawberry-themed café in the camp.
We go on to Chin Swee Cave Temple before have a lunch in the charming Gohtong Jaya town. Situated on 28-acre forested land, Chin Swee Caves is located in the most beautiful spot of the Genting Highlands. This pagoda was built to worship Chin Swee, a famous religious figure in the ability to call rain and dispel evil spirits. The central attraction of this temple is the black statue of Chin Swee located at the entrance.
In the afternoon, we will have a little bit trekking in Fashion Forest. This is a forest full of flavors with diverse flora and fauna including oaks, pythons and grasses. It will be four different trekking trips based on the introduction of forests located between 3,000 feet and 6,000 feet above sea level. We then explore different forms of art exhibits (such as paintings, furniture, musics and short films) related to the forest at the end of your journey.
Checking-in the hotel in Genting Highlands and take your time to enjoy the fresh air there.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Genting Highlands
Meal: Breakfast
We start the day with a visit to Chamang Water fall. This is a beautiful and powerful waterfall in Bentong District. With a lot of rock to serve as a seat, this is a perfect spot for a picnic with family and friends. When you get there, you will be amazed at the amazing scenery and wonder why you never knew this place before. Feel free to jump into the cool waters to have a natural spa experience and let the water move fast to massage your body.
Continue to Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary. Established in 1989 by the Malaysian Ministry of Wildlife and Parks, the Elephant Sanctuary of Kuala Gandah is home to many orphaned children elephant raised and sheltered. You will have a chance to watch the video, then watch the elephants get washed and fed. This used to be followed by riding on an elephant but now you are having the opportunity to go into the river with two younger elephants.
Have a lunch and in the afternoon, we visit Panrama Hill (Bukit Panorama), where taking 45 minutes to climb 1100 steps rewards you with a peaceful view of a sea of clouds.
Proceed to the hotel in Sungai Lembing, cheking-in and then you are free to relax.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Sungai Lembing
Meal: Breakfast
The time is on your own until we transfer you to Tanjung Gemuk, taking a ferry to Tioman Island.
Cheking-in the resort in the island then you are free to relax.
Accommodation: At the resort in Tioman Island
Meal: Breakfast
You are free at leisure or you might want to enjoy swimming/diving.
Accommodation: At the resort in Tioman Island
Meal: Breakfast
You are free at leisure or you might want to enjoy swimming/diving.
Accommodation: At the resort in Tioman Island
Meal: Breakfast
Take your time to relax until we pick you up and go on a ferry to the mainland, transfer back to Kuala Lumpur.
Cheking-in the hotel in Kuala Lumpur and you are free to explore the city yourself.
Accommodation: At the hotel in Kuala Lumpur
Meal: Breakfast
The time will be on your own until you transfer to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport, taking a flight to your hometown.
Accommodation: Not available
Meal: Breakfast
Trip notes
Tour includes:
- Accommodation in a double or twin share room with daily breakfast
- Private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Experienced English speaking guide during all tours and transfers
- Lunch or dinner as specified in the itinerary
- Local private boat cruise in Inle Lake
- Water & cool towels
- Government taxes & service charge
Tour excludes:
- Malaysia Visa stamp fee
- International airfare and departure taxes
- Meals, if not specified in the itinerary
- Early check in/ late check out
- Domestic flights and domestic airport taxes
- Compulsory Gala dinner on 24th and 31st December
- Surcharged for Public holidays
- Drinks and meal not mentioned
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, drinks … etc.
- Personal travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance).
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