FREE 4-HOUR PENANG STREET ART TOUR for all bookings made before July 31st, 2024
$100 DISCOUNT per person if booked more than 60 days prior to arrival
Inclusions
14 night-accommodation in chosen hotel category
19 meals: 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Domestic flight Penang-Kota Bharu
Transfers and tours as mentioned in the itinerary on private basis with an English-speaking driver guide (guiding services from day 1 to 9 – no guide on Perhentian Island)
Entrance Fees
Local taxes and services charges
Exclusions
International flights – Gratuities – Meals (other than those mentioned) – Beverages – Travel insurance – Local city tax (if applicable), varies from city to city, to be paid directly to the hotel in destination – Visas (if required) to visit this country – All other item not mentioned in the above description.
Additional Information
Packing Suggestions
Luggage included: 7kg carry on and 20 kg checked bag.
DAY 1 KUALA LUMPUR – ARRIVAL
Check-in to your hotel and rest of the day at leisure and own activities.
At 6:00pm, depart to the Zenzero Restaurant & Wine Bar for your welcome dinner.
Return to your hotel after the tour.
Meals : Dinner
Accommodation : Kuala Lumpur for 3 nights
DAY 2 HALF DAY KUALA LUMPUR CITY TOUR
At 0900am, proceed with a tour of Kuala Lumpur. This tour takes you to the confluence of the Klang & Gombak Rivers, the site of KL’s humble beginning. Move on to view the splendour of the King’s Palace followed by the National Monument at the Lake Gardens, a sprawling 91.6 hectares of immaculate lawns, undulating hills and carefully cultivated gardens, a scene of harmony, beauty & tranquility both natural and man-made. Proceed to the beautiful National Mosque and drive past the Railway Station to make a stop at Independence Square before the city tour concludes with a photo stop at the centre-piece of KL, the magnificent Petronas Twin Towers.
Transfer to your hotel after the tour. Rest of the day at leisure and own activities.
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 3 FULL DAY MELAKA TOUR
At 09:00am, meet up with your driver at the hotel lobby and proceed with a brief tour of Melaka. This charming city was founded some 590 years ago by a crown prince called Parameswara. From a humble beginning, Malacca rose to become a prosperous and powerful trading empire sought after by the powers of Europe. They came and they conquered and the Portuguese, the Dutch and the English respectively left behind their mark that stands till this day.
Go around town and see some of the oldest relics in the country like the Dutch Square with the pink coloured Stadthuys, Christ Church, Clock Tower and the Queen Victoria Fountain. You will also see the Cheng Hoon Teng, which is the oldest functioning Chinese temple in Malaysia founded in 1645. The Porta De Santiago, the Gate to the Portuguese fortress “La Formosa”, built in 1511, the St. Paul’s Church where St. Francis Xavier was once buried, and many more interesting sites would also be worth a look.
Lunch will be taken during the tour before returning to Kuala Lumpur.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4 KUALA LUMPUR – TAMAN NEGARA
At 09:00am, depart to the Kuala Tahan Jetty. Along the way, make a stop at the limestone hills of Batu Caves, an outcrop that houses a Hindu Temple. You will need to climb 272 steps to reach the top and the temple. Batu Cave is a famous pilgrimage place for the Hindus during the “Thaipusam” festival.
01:00pm: Expected arrival at Kuala Tahan jetty and cross over to the Mutiara Taman Negara (official check-in time is 03.00pm), while waiting to check in, you may have lunch on your own account at the resort’s Seri Mutiara restaurant. After check in, rest of the day at leisure and own activities.
07:00pm: Buffet dinner will be taken at the resort coffeehouse.
08:30pm: After dinner proceed to the resort’s lobby to be introduced to your guide.
08:45pm: Depart for your night jungle walk. The jungle comes alive at night, and this is a great opportunity to experience the unique sights and sounds of the plants and insects. Return to the resort and overnight after the tour.
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation : Taman Negara for 2 nights
DAY 5 TAMAN NEGARA
09:30am: Jungle trekking to Canopy Walkway and Teresek Hill with a nature guide.
01:30pm: Lunch at Seri Mutiara restaurant.
02:30pm: Boat cruise to Lata Berkoh – visit to gigantic tree and fish feeding at Kelah Sanctuary.
07:00pm: Dinner at Seri Mutiara restaurant.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 KUALA TAHAN – CAMERON HIGHLANDS
At 10:00am, depart across the river to the Kuala Tahan Jetty where your driver will be waiting to take you to Cameron Highlands.
Consisting of three main townships – Ringlet, Tanah Rata and Brinchang – Cameron Highlands is Malaysia’s largest hill resort. Characterised by a refreshing temperate climate and mesmerising highland panorama, it is made up of undulating valleys, sprawling tea plantations, terraced flower garden, vegetable farms and a strawberry park. A drive down from the mountain will bring you to the Sungei Palas ‘BOH’ Tea Plantation. As the tea factory is closed to visitors, a video presentation will be shown detailing the processes of tea, from its beginnings to the finished product. After the presentation, you will be able to enjoy the plantation, or you may appreciate the many varieties of tea offered at the Tea shop.
Transfer to your hotel and check-in. Rest of the day at leisure and own activities.
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Cameron Highlands for 1 night
DAY 7 CAMERON HIGHLANDS – PENANG
At 10:00am, depart to Penang. Penang is a delightful, fusion of nature, culture, and history. Comprising the island of Penang and Seberang Perai on the mainland with one of the longest bridges in Asia running the length between, the state is widely recognised as one of the world’s top holiday destinations. Home to a UNESCO World Heritage City, Penang leaves an indelible mark on each visitor, leaving them wanting more with each visit.
Check-in to your hotel and rest of the day at leisure.
In the evening, you will be transferred to Gurney Drive and you will be free to walk along the hawker stall to enjoy the food and to see how the food is prepared. (dinner will be on own account).
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Penang for 2 nights
DAY 8 PENANG
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 9 PENANG – KOTA BHARU – PERHENTIAN ISLAND
Transfer to the Penang Airport for your flight to Kota Bharu. Upon arrival in Kota Bharu, meet and greet and transfer to the Kuala Besut Jetty for your boat to Perhentian Island.
Check in and rest of the day at leisure and own activities.
Please note:
• Suggested flight: FY2447 PEN KBR 0840 0935
• Standard check in time is after 03:00pm.
• Boat timings from Kuala Besut Jetty are at 11:30am and 02:00pm daily (02:30am on Fridays)
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Perhentian Island for 6 nights
DAYS 10-14 PERHENTIAN ISLAND
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 15 PERHENTIAN ISLAND– DEPARTURE
Depart by boat to the Kuala Besut Jetty where your driver will be waiting to take you to the Kota Bharu airport for your departure flight.
Please note:
• Standard check out time is before 11:00am.
• Boat timings from Perhentian Island are at 10:30am and 12:30pm.
• Please make sure to book a departure flight after 02:30pm if you are taking the 10:30am boat and after 04:30pm if you are taking the 12:30pm boat.
Meals : Breakfast
HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR
STANDARD PACKAGE: TWIN SHARE
The Hotel Stripes 4*, Kuala Lumpur – Deluxe
Mutiara Taman Negara 3*, Taman Negara – Chalet
The Strawberry Park Resort 3*, Cameron Highlands – Studio Suite
The Areca Hotel 3*, Georgetown – Garden Room
The Bubu Island Resort 4*, Perhentian Island – Deluxe room
SUPERIOR PACKAGE: TWIN SHARE
The EQ 5*, Kuala Lumpur – Deluxe
Mutiara Taman Negara 3*, Taman Negara – Chalet
The Cameron Highlands Resort 4*+, Cameron Highlands – Deluxe room
The Eastern & Oriental 4*, Penang – Deluxe Suite
The Bubu Island Resort 4*, Perhentian Island 4*- Deluxe room
Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy | Land Package | |
Daily departures April 2024 to March 2025 | Double Occupancy | Single Occupancy |
FREE 4-HOUR PENANG STREET ART TOUR for all bookings made before July 31st, 2024 $100 DISCOUNT per person if booked more than 60 days prior to arrival | ||
Standard package | 4589 | On request |
Superior package | 5089 | On request |
Solo travelers’ rate on request, rates based on min. 2 people traveling.
Supplement may apply for the holiday season and the Malaysian Public Holidays.
**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.
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