3-Night Cameron Highlands and Penang Tour from Kuala Lumpur
Experience the highlights of Malaysia on a 3-night coach tour from Kuala Lumpur to Penang! Overnight stays include comfortable accommodation at the Strawberry Park Resort in the Cameron Highlands and the Bayview Beach Resort along Batu Ferringhi in Penang. An informative guide will take you on a comprehensive tour of a tea plantation, and UNESCO World Heritage-listed Georgetown, including Kek Lok Si Temple and a trishaw ride. Hotel pickup and airport drop-off is included.
Options
Triple-Share Room
3-night tour with triple-share accommodations, three people per room; please see Add'l Information for more details
Pickup included
What's included in 3-Night Cameron Highlands and Penang Tour from Kuala Lumpur
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Your 3-night tour takes you by comfortable coach from Kuala Lumpur to the Cameron Highlands. Stay overnight at Strawberry Park Resort, situated on a 7-acre (2-hectare) hill and offering elegant sophistication amid a mountain-rustic atmosphere. Charming single, twin and triple-share suites include a large private balcony overlooking beautiful gardens. Classic contemporary-designed rooms are furnished with polished wood flooring and teak furniture, including modern bathrooms with black granite flooring.
Travel onward to Penang and enjoy two nights’ accommodation at the Bayview Beach Resort. Located on the northwest coast of Penang Island, the hotel has a beachfront setting at the quieter end of lovely Batu Ferringhi. This resort overlooks the tranquil and scenic bay of Foreigner's Rock, and spacious rooms include a private balcony. Enjoy entertainment and recreational amenities, including an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, spa and fitness center.
An American-style breakfast is included with each accommodation.
Things to know
Day 1: Wednesday – Kuala Lumpur – Cameron Highlands
Depart at 8:30am for Cameron Highlands, noted for its tea plantations and cool temperatures. Stop on the way for a visit to see the cottage industry of basket weaving followed by Lata Iskandar Waterfall and a native settlement. Tour of Cameron Highlands consists of the tea plantation, tea factory, market place and butterfly farm. Overnight.
Please note: Tea factory operation is closed on Monday and public holidays.
Day 2: Thursday – Cameron Highlands – Penang
Take off in the early morning to Penang. Stop at the royal town of Kuala Kangsar to see the exteriors of the Ubudiah Mosque, the Iskandariah Palace and Istana Kenangan which was built without a single nail.
Discover the artisan crafts of the Royal Town of Kuala Kangsar and embark on a river cruise with live narration. Disembark to see the unique process of keris (dagger) making, a status symbol for Malay royalty and dignitaries, and watch a demonstration of tekat making, where gold threads are intricately embroidered into velvet cushions. Then visit the Labu Sayong Center, where unique shaped pots are made. The cool water from the pots is believed to have healing properties.
Cross over to Penang, better known as the 'Pearl of the Orient' via one of the longest bridge in the world. Overnight.
Please note:
• Keris and Tekat Making are cottage industry craft making activities operated by villagers as part of family tradition. The visiting hours vary from time to time and will not be available during the fasting month, local public holidays or if any family occasions take place on the visiting day • A MYR 3.00 Penang Local Government Fee per room per night has been enforced since 2014. As this is a mandatory state fee, it will be collected by the respective hotels upon guest check out.Day 3: Friday – Discovery Tour of Georgetown, Penang
Depart from your hotel at 9am for a city tour of Georgetown, a UNESCO-listed site since 2008. Visit the third longest reclining Buddha figure in the world, followed by Kek Lok Si Temple, also known as Temple of 1000 Buddhas. It is the most beautiful and largest Buddhist temple complex in SouthEast Asia.
Next visit Fort Cornwallis, the landing site of Captain Francis Light when he arrived to start the first British colony in 1786. Continue to the water village of The Clan Jetties at Weld Quay.
Head along Pitt Street, also known as 'The Street of Harmony,' where churches, Chinese temples, mosques and Hindu temples have sat in harmonious coexistence for centuries. Visit the intricate Khoo Kong Si clan’s house, and enjoy a breezy trishaw ride, a still popular mode of transport in Georgetown.
Return to the hotel and the rest of the day is at your own leisure. In the late evening, you can explore the nightlife along Batu Ferringhi, Penang style! Overnight.
Day 4: Saturday – Penang
After checking out of your accommodation, you’ll be transferred to Penang International Airport, located approximately 50 minutes away.
Please note:
• On the last day of the tour, departure flight (ETD) between 1am to 8:30am is subject to a midnight surcharge. • During the Muslim festival of Hari Raya Aidul Fitri & Hari Raya Aidul Adha together with the Chinese New Year , some places of interest are closed for a period of 2 days. (Festive dates are subject to changes.)
Inclusions
- Airport drop-off from the Penang hotel
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- 3-nights accommodation with daily breakfast at staying hotel (except Day 1)
- Hotel pickup
- Trishaw ride
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers, except for children under 3 years of age
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Twin-Share Room: Double rooms with two twin beds good for two people on a sharing basis.
- Please be advised that the rainy season along the East Coast is from Nov to Feb. Unexpected flash floods, although rarely, may occur. In such circumstances, the operator reserves the right to make necessary changes to the itinerary
- Please note that during the Hari Raya & the Chinese New Year, some places of interest might be closed
- Tea factory operation is closed on Monday and public holidays
- Note: Compulsory Malaysia Tourism Tax of MYR 10.00 per room per night has been enforced. As this is a mandatory Fee, it will be collected by the staying hotels upon guest’s check-in or check-out
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Meeting Point: Hotel Lobby/Concierge Departure Point: Departs from your Kuala Lumpur hotel Return point: Concludes in at your Penang hotel or Penang Int'l Airport
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Ticket Redemption
• Monday – Friday (0830hrs – 1730hrs) : +60 3 4252 9100 • After office hours, Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays: 24hours hotline: +60 16 232 3997 / +60 16 232 3661 • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund Hotel pickups commence prior to this time This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity.
