Malaysia - Singapore tour 13 days

On arrival, reception and direct transfer to the hotel located in town. The rest of the day is free. 

Breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning, departure for the visit to Kuala Lumpur. This city tour includes a stop at the Royal Palace and the National Monument, passing the Grand Mosque. You will discover the magnificent palace of Sultan Abdul Samad before admiring the famous Petronas Twin Towers, among the tallest in the world, standing majestically in the center of the city. You will also pass through Chinatown and the Golden Triangle.
In the afternoon, depart for the Batu caves via Avenue des Ambassades. The Batu Caves, accessible by 272 steps, house a sacred Hindu temple dedicated to the Hindu god Murugan. Another cave called the cave museum, is filled with images of deities and murals depicting scenes from sacred Hindu texts.
Night in Kuala Lumpur.

After your breakfast at the hotel, you will be directly transferred to KLIA airport to take the flight to Kuching. On arrival, you will be taken to the hotel in the city center.
In the afternoon, around 2 p.m., you will discover the charms of this coastal town created by Sir James Brooke, the first White Rajah of Sarawak. In the city center, many buildings were built during the glorious times of Brooke's reign.
Old Chinese temples and lively markets can be found in almost every neighborhood. The seaside promenade is very popular with locals and visitors.
The stalls along Main Bazaar Street have arguably the best collection of Bornean tribal sculptures, handicrafts, antiques, and souvenirs on the island. You will then visit the Sarawak Museum. Completed in 1891, it is the most famous museum in Borneo.

You will leave the hotel around 8 a.m. to drive to the Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, located not far from the center of Kuching. You will attend the meal of the orangutans in the rehabilitation phase, especially in the morning around 9 a.m.
Your journey continues with a ride in an air-conditioned van towards the Batang Ai reserve. The ride will take you through the countryside of Sarawak, passing pepper gardens, cocoa and rubber plantations. A few stops are planned along the way.
You will visit the colorful local market in Serian town where a wide selection of jungle products such as edible ferns, bamboo shoots, and rare tropical fruits are displayed. You will then visit a pepper garden and take advantage of a stop to contemplate wild orchids as well as several species of carnivorous plants.
You will have lunch along the way (included). Once you arrive at the reserve, you will cross the lake for about 25 minutes to reach a Batang Ai Resort managed by Hilton, and check-in. The rest of the afternoon is free for your own leisure activities. Dinner is included.

After breakfast, depart in a local rowboat to reach the “longhouse” of the Iban community in Mengkak. This farmhouse is located near the bank of the Engkari River, and it takes about 35 minutes to travel from Batang Ai Resort.
You will meet the villagers and experience everyday rural life in Sarawak. Take the opportunity to sip a glass of “tuck” (house beer made from rice wine) with your host. Lunch is included. You will be back at the station early in the afternoon. Dinner is included.

After breakfast, you will be collected in the morning from Batang Ai pier for the return journey to Kuching. You will have lunch en route (included) and will be dropped off at your hotel in Kuching upon arrival.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for the flight to Kota Kinabalu. Welcome on arrival and transfer to the hotel. At the start of the afternoon, journey through rice fields, small rural villages (kampungs), and oil palm plantations.
You will head to the Garama and Klias wetlands, located approximately 25 km south of Beaufort, to discover a beautiful environment of rivers, mangrove forests, and sago palms. It is the paradise of leaf-eating monkeys, a rare and endemic species of Borneo.
At the end of the afternoon, your small boat will cross the mangroves. Fascinating animals make their way to the shore before settling in for the evening. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to observe these animals in the wild at dusk. On the way back, admire the sparkling fireflies on the nearby trees. Dinner is planned before your return to Kota Kinabalu.

At 8 a.m., you will leave the hotel in Kota Kinabalu to travel through the picturesque countryside north of Kudat for a 3-hour drive, between rice fields, villages, palm oil plantations, local craft and local food stalls.
On the way, you will visit Sumangkap village, famous for its gong craft industry and skilled craftsmen. You will also pass by the village of Bavanggazo to visit a longhouse. Built entirely from local materials, this farmhouse is the refuge of the Rungus, a sub-tribe of the Kadazan-Dusun indigenous people. Observe their beadwork, their lifestyle, as well as their costumes, and experience a  Rungus lunch in the indigenous style.
You will continue with a drive of approximately one hour to Simpang Mengayau, the northern tip of Borneo. Enjoy the beauty of the coastal landscapes. Return to Kota Kinabalu in the early evening.

After breakfast, a boat ride and road transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport for a flight to Singapore. On arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel for free time. Night in Singapore.
 

This morning, begin your city tour where it all began for colonial Singapore at the Raffles Landing Site. This is where Sir Stamford Raffles is said to have first landed in 1819 in search of a new trading port for the British East India Company. Continue with a stroll through the colonial district which forms the very heart of Singapore. See the Old Parliament House, the Victoria Theatre, originally built as the Town Hall in 1862 and on the other side of the former Supreme Court Palace.
Then discover the contrasts of Singapore with visits to Chinatown and Little India, a cultural overview. Chinatown has evolved since 1821 and was the area that many Chinese immigrants headed to upon their arrival in the British colony.
Continue your visit to Little India to discover a neighborhood rich in culture and deeply rooted in the traditions of the Indian community. Then, visit the UNESCO-listed Singapore Botanic Gardens
and stroll through the National Orchid Garden, home to a display of 60,000 orchids. The afternoon is yours at leisure.
Free meals and overnight at the hotel in Singapore.

Today you will enjoy a full day on Pulau Ubin Island. Located in the far north and a ten-minute boat ride from the island of Singapore, Pulau Ubin is a secluded and quiet destination for anyone wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of Singapore.
On arrival at Pulau Ubin, you disembark at the port and begin your cycling adventure. Cycle and admire the 1960s architecture and stunning scenery as you pass traditional Malaysian “Kampung” villages. Continue cycling through the magnificent flora and fauna before arriving at the island's most famous attraction – Chak Jawa wetlands where you visit House Number 1, a Tudor-style cottage with a Singapore fireplace.
After the tour, return to the center of the island for lunch with seafood.
After lunch, our bamboo boat will take you back to the mainland.
Transfer back to the hotel for free time.
In the evening, depart for a night safari in the heart of the city's impressive zoo which extends over dozens of hectares, during which the mystery of the tropical jungle after dusk will fascinate you.
Night at the hotel.

After breakfast, you head to Sentosa Island, the state of fun, which is home to an exciting array of themed attractions.

One of the largest aquariums in the world is located in Resorts World Sentosa, SEA Aquarium where you can immerse yourself in a magical marine world. With more than 100,000 marine animals from more than 800 species spread across 49 habitats, the aquarium is home to majestic manta rays, goliath groupers, hammerhead sharks, and other gentle giants of the sea. Come explore and unfold the endless wonders of our blue planet! Then, climb into the Sky Tower.

Air-conditioned cabin and admire panoramic views of Singapore's southern islands from Asia's tallest free-standing observation tower. Day or night, the views from the tower promise to be both picturesque and breathtaking as it gently rotates at a viewing height of almost 50 stories! There's no better way to end a fabulous day in Sentosa than with a spectacular night, showing off the wings of weather outdoors against the backdrop of the open sea. Return to the hotel and overnight in Singapore.
 

After breakfast, free time until transfer to the airport for the departure flight. All services on board. End of Asia King Travel services.