Malaysia Encompassed Adventure 9D/8N

Malaysia Encompassed Adventure 9D/8N

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Malaysia Encompassed Adventure 9D/8N

9 Days Starting and ending in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Visiting: Melaka, Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands, Penang

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

57175

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Easy

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Activities:

Walking

From: $483

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure through Malaysia with the "Malaysia Encompassed Adventure 9D/8N" tour. Begin your journey in the historical streets of Melaka, then head to the bustling city of Kuala Lumpur to savor its renowned street food. Explore the lush Cameron Highlands Rainforest and enjoy a scenic tea garden tour. Relax on the beautiful beaches of Penang and discover its colonial heritage. This tour includes accommodation in hostels or 3-star hotels, an overnight bus, and all necessary transport and equipment for activities. Guided by English-speaking experts, this adventure promises an immersive experience in Malaysia's diverse landscapes and vibrant culture.

Highlights

  • Relax and enjoy the beach in Penang

  • Wander the historical streets of Melaka

  • Taste delicious street food in Kuala Lumpur

  • Explore the Cameron Highlands Rainforest

  • Visit the Butterfly and Insect Farm in Cameron Highlands

  • Admire the colonial buildings in George Town, Penang

  • Take a jungle walk at Penang National Park

Itinerary

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Day 1: Melaka, Malaysia

Location: Melaka

Accommodation Name: Old town area accommodation

Arrival day with bus from the airport to Melaka city

Upon arrival, head to airport bus terminal from the airport (KLIA / KLIA 2). Onboard to the bus for an hour journey to the historical town of Melaka. Bus will stop at Melaka Central Bus Terminal and you may either rent a taxi or city bus to your accommodation in Old town area.

At night, you may get your relax time at the riverside.

Tentative bus schedule: 8.15am, 10.30am, 13.45am, 20.45pm

Overnight: Melaka


Day 2: Melaka - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Accommodation Name: Kuala Lumpur accommodation

Explore Melaka on your own, later catch your bus to Kuala Lumpur

Visit the famous UNESCO town on foot from your accommodation. Later take bus to Kuala Lumpur. The bus will depart from Melaka Central Bus Terminal and end up at TBS Bus Terminal in Kuala Lumpur (about 1 ½ hour). Upon arrival, you may either take taxi, city bus, or metro to your accommodation.

Tentative bus schedule: Multiple bus per hour from 7.00am – 9.00pm

Overnight: Kuala Lumpur


Day 3: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Accommodation Name: Kuala Lumpur accommodation

The journey begins at the Park Royal KL Hotel before setting off a very short walk to a KL institution, Lot 10 Hutong food court. This is where you will be introduced to the signature sweet of Malaysia: Cendol. Upon arrival Pasar Seni MRT station, we will walk to Sri Maha Temple, the city’s main Hindu temple, to hear how this place of worship became the center of KL’s Indian community. Afterwards take a short walk through the streets to a local restaurant specializing in roti canai, an Indian-influenced flatbread served with curry and soup. Walk further up to taste tender and juicy beef meatballs served in hot soup inside a 70 year-old restaurant. Later, hop into a vintage grocery store that sells local childhood snacks, and grab a few treats for the road if you like. The next stop is the epitome of KL street food, where meals are prepared in charcoal fire. Try out the claypot chicken rice, which is undoubtedly one of the most popular Chinese dishes in Malaysia.

Next, we’ll visit a hidden café to sample hand-crafted teas and coffees.

Our final stop is the epitome of KL street food. Return to MRT station and catch the train back to Bukit Bintang MRT station, where your tour guide will bid farewell.

Meeting Point: PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur Hotel lobby (along Jalan Sultan Ismail)



Day 4: Kuala Lumpur - Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

Location: Cameron Highlands

Accommodation Name: Cameron Highlands accommodation

Bus to Cameron Highlands

Explore the city on your own before riding the bus to Cameron Highlands. On board the bus at TBS Bus Terminal and the bus will stop at Tanah Rata Bus Terminal which take about 3 hours. You may walk or take local taxi to your accommodation.

Tentative bus schedule: 08.30am, 10.15am,1.30pm,3.45pm

Overnight: Cameron Highlands


Day 5: Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

Location: Cameron Highlands

Accommodation Name: Cameron Highlands accommodation

Rainforest Exhibition 

At 8AM, hop into our Land Rover cruising along the picturesque rolling tea garden toward 6,666 feet above sea level, The Gunung Brinchang. Listen to our guides ‘tea talks’ while enjoying breathtaking view of the tea garden. On clear days the drive up to the highest mountain accessible by road in South East Asia, one will be blessed with the magnificent view of the surrounding area. An interpretive walk with our nature guides into the Mossy forest will reveal some of the exotic floras on earth, like the Pitcher plant, Orchids, Primitive Ferns, Spices and Medicinal Plants. A short drive down from the mountain will bring you to the Sungai Palas ‘BOH’ Tea Factory. A factory tour will be conducted before you may appreciate the many varieties of tea offered at the Tea Shop (at own account). After lunch, continue visiting Butterfly and Insect Farm, Vegetables, Fruits and Flowers Market, The Time Tunnel -mini museum and galleria, Sam Poh Buddhist Temple and Strawberry Farm. After tour, return to your accommodation for an evening at leisure.

Note: Tea factory and Tea House closed on every Monday and Public Holidays.

Overnight: Cameron Highlands


Day 6: Cameron Highlands - Penang, Malaysia

Location: Penang

Accommodation Name: Penang accommodation

Take a bus from Cameron Highlands to Penang

Depart from Tanah Rata Bus Terminal to Sungai Nibong Terminal in Penang Island which take about 4 ½ hours. Upon arrival, you may take taxi or city bus to town centre.

Tentative bus schedule: 08.30am

Overnight: Penang


Day 7: Penang, Malaysia

Location: Penang

Accommodation Name: Penang accommodation

Free Day

George Town is the home to largest colonial buildings in South East Asia. You may visit the attraction within walking district from your accommodation. You may further your exploration journey to Penang outskirt for Kek Lok Si Temple or Penang Hill to get a bird’s eye view from the hill.

Overnight: Penang


Day 8: Penang - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Location: Penang

Accommodation Name: Overnight bus

Enjoy a full day in Penang, in the night head for your bus to Kuala Lumpur airport

Free & Easy on your own. In the daytime, you may get a taxi or bus drive to Batu Ferringhi for some beach activities. For the one love little adventure, a jungle walks at Penang National Park to admire the beauty of rainforest where to route will lead you to some beaches. In the evening, you may take a taxi, bus or ideally board the iconic Penang ferry that only cost less than 50 cents to Penang Sentral located at mainland area. Onboard the midnight bus to airport in Kuala Lumpur.

Tentative bus schedule: 11.59pm


Day 9: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Arrival to Kuala Lumpur airport

The bus journey from Penang to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is going to take about 5 ½ hours. The arrival time is around 6.00am where you can plan your flight depart anytime in this date. KLIA2 shopping mall or KLIA Jungle Boardwalk is some activities you can do while waiting for your flight.


What's Included

  • Accommodation

    7 nights in hostels or 3-star hotels, and 1 night on an overnight bus.

  • Transport

    All transport as per itinerary and all transport during daily activities.

  • Meals

    1 dinner included.

  • Activities

    Kuala Lumpur city tour and Rainforest Exhibition.

  • Guides

    English speaking guides during activities.

  • Extras

    All necessary equipment during activities.

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses are not included.

  • International Airfare

    International airfare is not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included.

  • Other Meals & Drinks

    Meals and drinks other than the included dinner are not included.

  • Tips

    Tips are not included.

Mode of Transport

All transport is provided as per the itinerary, including buses for intercity travel and local transportation during daily activities, ensuring a seamless travel experience.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights in comfortable hostels or 3-star hotels, with 1 night spent on an overnight bus, ensuring a mix of convenience and local experience throughout your journey.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 7 nights in hostels or 3-star hotels and 1 night on an overnight bus.

  • What kind of transportation is included in the tour?

    All transport as per the itinerary and all transport during daily activities are included.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Only 1 day of meals is included in the tour package.

  • What activities are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a Kuala Lumpur city tour and a Rainforest Exhibition.

  • Are guides provided during the tour?

    Yes, English-speaking guides are provided during activities.

  • What extra equipment is provided during the activities?

    All necessary equipment during activities is provided.

  • What personal expenses are not included in the tour?

    Personal expenses, international airfare, travel insurance, other meals and drinks, and tips are not included.

  • What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, you will arrive in Melaka, take a bus from the airport to Melaka city, and have the evening free to relax by the riverside.

  • What can I expect on the Kuala Lumpur city tour?

    The Kuala Lumpur city tour includes visits to Lot 10 Hutong food court, Sri Maha Temple, a local restaurant for roti canai, a vintage grocery store, and a hidden café for hand-crafted teas and coffees. The tour ends with a return to Bukit Bintang MRT station.

  • What activities are planned for the Cameron Highlands?

    In the Cameron Highlands, you will visit Gunung Brinchang, take an interpretive walk in the Mossy forest, tour the Sungai Palas 'BOH' Tea Factory, and visit a Butterfly and Insect Farm, vegetable, fruit and flower markets, The Time Tunnel mini museum, Sam Poh Buddhist Temple, and a Strawberry Farm.

  • What can I do during the free day in Penang?

    During the free day in Penang, you can explore George Town, visit Kek Lok Si Temple or Penang Hill, or enjoy beach activities at Batu Ferringhi.

  • What is the final day of the tour like?

    On the final day, you will arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport around 6:00 am. You can plan your flight departure anytime on this date and spend time at KLIA2 shopping mall or KLIA Jungle Boardwalk while waiting for your flight.

  • Is there an age limit?

    No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

Reviews of this operator

Jonas Nesset(Norway)  

The company is exceptional. When...

Dec 10 2019

The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!

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For true explorers....

Aug 12 2019

For true explorers.

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To this day, this is...

Oct 2 2019

To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

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Feb 12 2020

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Oct 23 2019

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  • Free Date Changes

    Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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