Sightseeing; Rainforest; Cherating; Ubudiah Mosque; Iskandariah Palace; Pulau Duyung Besar; Batu Caves;
During these 12 days of the Fascinating Malaysia Tour, you will visit Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands, Penang, Kota Bharu, Terengganu, Kuantan, and Cherating.
Depart USA for Kuala Lumpur.
En Route.
You will be met and greeted at Kuala Lumpur International Airport and be transferred to your hotel.
Balance of the day is at leisure.
Today you will take an interesting city tour which unveils the beauty and charm of the old and new Kuala Lumpur. First you will visit Masjid Jamek (Jamek Mosque), which is the oldest mosque in Kuala Lumpur.
Then you will visit Tugu Negara or War Memorial where those who perished in the war were worshiped. Chinatown is full of good bargains and deals, foods and rich Chinese culture.
You will visit the Thien Hou Temple.
You will also pass the Moorish-styled Federal Court, the Railway station which is a striking piece of Mohammedan architecture,the Tudor styled Cricket Club and the Kings Palace.
The last stop will be at the Handicraft center where you can see fine and splendid OE Jewelry making demonstrations
Today you will be driven to Cameron Highlands, which is 1,542 meters above sea level. Cameron Highlands is famous for its world-renowned tea. Along the way, we will stop and visit the famous Batu Caves where the shrine of the Hindu deity Lord Subramaniam is set within an outcrop of limestone caves.
We will also stop at the Royal Selangor Pewter factory to view famous Malaysian pewter.
After which, we will proceed north to the Hill Resort of Cameron Highlands, making another en route stop to visit a cottage industry that makes bamboo baskets and the Lata Iskandar Waterfall.
Upon arrival at Cameron Highlands, check in hotel. Rest of the day is free at your own leisure.
After breakfast at hotel, you will visit a tea plantation, a tea factory, a vegetable farm and the market square.
Then you will continue your journey to Penang. Along the way you will visit Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple in Ipoh, Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and Istana Kenangan Museum. Finally cross over the third longest bridge in the world, arriving in Penang in the evening.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for a half-day "Around Penang" tour with visits to a batik factory, a nutmeg and clove stall, the Snake Temple and Wat Chayamangskalaram Temple. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure. (B).
Breakfast at hotel. Afterwards, drive towards Kota Bharu along the East-West Highway. This highway cuts through the main mountain range and offers breathtaking views of the tropical Rainforest. If you are lucky you may have to stop for elephants crossing the road. You should arrive in Kota Bharu in the evening. (B).
In the morning, take a short orientation tour through Kota Bharu. Visit the colorful wet market. You can find a variety of local items like batik clothing, cloth with exotic patterns, fruit, vegetables and more. Continue towards Pulau Duyung Besar, where fishing boats are built using age-old techniques and tools.
Following that, continue the drive along Chinatown and visit the colorful Central Market, Princess Hill or Bukit Puteri (with a good view of the city), Maziah Palace and State Mosque.
Breakfast at hotel. You will proceed to Kuantan, en route visit Cherating. Stops at local villages to observe their traditional way of living.
You will be able to see local boat making and brassware making. In the afternoon, you will visit the village of Cherating where you can see pandan leaves being woven into bags, mats and crafts. Also see brown sugar being made and a monkey plucking coconuts.
Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Kuala Lumpur. Balance of the day is at leisure.
This is your last chance to do your shopping. (B).
You will be transferred to Kuala Lumpur International airport and board your flight back to USA. (B).
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Round-trip international airfare. All land transfers and tours as mentioned in the itinerary. 9 nights accommodations based on double occupancy. Sightseeing as per itinerary with modern air-conditioned motor coach. Admission fees as per itinerary. Daily breakfast at hotels. Professional English-speaking tour guide service in each city.
Budget Excludes:Airport taxes, security fees, and fuel surcharges. Meals not stated above. Drinks during meals. Personal items. Meals not stated above. Gratuities to guides, drivers and porters. Travel Insurance.
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