Malaysia Highlights

Malaysia is the home of satay, the tallest twin buildings in the world and thriving flora and fauna populations. It is also the home of a distinctive multicultural society: mostly Malay, then Chinese, Indian and indigenous people. Among all South-East Asian countries, Malaysia has emerged as one of the most visited visitor locations. However, many visitors don't have much knowledge about the great attractions and highlights that Malaysia has to offer. In order to make it easier for you to get an impression, this tour is designed to give you a glimpse into the main must-visits and must-sees. 

Duration: 15 days/14 nights

Tour Code: MMHL05

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Kuala Lumpur - Genting - Penang Island - Langkawi Island - Cameron Highland - Malacca - Kuala Lumpur

• Day 1 - Kuala Lumpur Arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals:

  On arrival, you will be met and tranfferd to your hotel. Free time to relax. Stay overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 2 - Kuala Lumpur City Tour

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at hotel. Full day Kuala Lumpur City Tour covers the Merdeka Square, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur Tower (entrance ticket not inclusive), King Palace and China Town. Lunch at local restaurant. Then visit Petronas Twin Tower and go shopping at KLCC Suria. Stay overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 3 - Kuala Lumpur - Putrajaya

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Proceed for Putrajaya Tour covering new government central administrative District, PM Office and Putra Mosque. Lunch is at local restaurant. Then return to hotel for relaxing. Stay overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 4 - Genting Highland

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  Today is a free day for you to explore the Kuala Lumpur shopping center; it's also well known as Shopping Paradise. Afternoon, transfer to Genting Highland. Enjoy indoor or out door Genting Theme Park. Stay overnight in Genting Highland.

  Day 5 - Genting Highland - Penang Island

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at hotel. Today, you will be transferred to Penang Island by coach via North South Expressway. Upon arrival, check into hotel and it's time to relax.

  Day 6 - Penang Island

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for round island tour covering Penang Hill (inclusive of train ticket ), Butterfly Farm, Botanical Garden and city tour. Lunch will be served at local restaurant. Then back to the hotel for overnight.

  Day 7 - Penang Island - Langkawi Island

  Place Transport: Boat
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, transfer to jetty for Langkawi. Upon arrival at Langkawi, transfer to a hotel for check in and relax.

  Day 8 - Langkawi Island

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, we begin a half day island tour (excludes entrance fee) (seat in coach-SIC basis). This legendary isle with its crystal clear water and the white powdering sand infringed by swaying palms is indeed the most ideal retreat for sunbathing and swimming.

  Day 9 - Langkawi Island

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at hotel. Depart for Payar Island tour. On the island itself, there are four small sandy beaches complete with picnic benches and hiking trails so that visitors can explore the island's tropical forests. This island has the friendliest fish you’d ever see. Feeding fishes and baby sharks that come up to the beaches and snorkeling are the most popular activities here. Lunch will be provided at the island.

  Day 10 - Langkawi Island - Cameron Highland

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at hotel. Today, transfer to Cameron Highland. Check in a hotel and relax.

  Day 11 - Cameron Highland

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at hotel. Depart for local tour. The Cameron Highlands is a hillside situated between 1500 - 1800 meters above sea level. Visit tea plantation/tea factory, vegetable farm, bee farm, strawberry farm, cactus valley, rose garden, market square, souvenir shop, Sam Poh Temple, etc.

  Day 12 - Cameron Highland - Kuala Lumpur

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  In the morning, check-out and transfer to Kuala Lumpur by coach via North South Expressway after breakfast. Check in hotel and relax.

  Day 13 - Kuala Lumpur

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Today is yours to do activities on your own.

  Day 14 - Kuala Lumpur - Malacca

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at hotel. Today, transfer to Malacca for visit St Peter's Church (1710)- the oldest Christian Church which is still used in Malaysia, "Red Square" - the salmon pink Dutch administration buildings and Portuguese settlement. Enjoy a sumptuous "Nyonya & Baba" food and visit Cheng Hon Teng Temple- the oldest Chinese temple. A Muslim mosque and Indian temple can also be found on the same street. Take a stroll along Malacca's antique street which ends by the banks of the Malacca River before going back to Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 15 - Kuala Lumpur Departure

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at hotel. You are free until transferring to the airport for your flight.

  The Tour Inclusion:

   14 Nights Accommodation in deluxe twin / double room view with daily breakfast.

  - Pick-ups and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.
  
  - Boat as indicated in the itinerary.
  
  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.

  - Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

   Visas on arrival

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.

  - Dinners, except as specified above.

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
  
  - Travel insurance 

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note
  - The itinerary is just a sample of our Malaysia tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
  
  What to bring?
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
  
  How to start?
  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
  - If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Malaysia Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).

Sabah and Sarawak Run A Round

Sabah and Sarawak are the part of Malaysia located on the island of Borneo.The main part of the areas of Sabah and Sarawak are almost entirely covered by tropical rain forest and many places the nature is still untouched. Because of their position, destroying natural catastrophes such as hurricanes and floods do not plague the states. This has given flora and fauna the best conditions of growth. Along the coast there are beautiful coral reefs which attract colorful fish and adventurous divers. The population of the two states consists of many different peoples and tribes, which still uphold their traditional rituals.We invite you to experience the best of Sabah and Sarawak.

Duration: 13 days/12 nights

Tour Code: MMAT06

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan- Sukau - Sepilok - Miri - Mulu - Kuching

• Day 1 - Kota Kinabalu Arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals:

  Arrive at Kota Kinabalu Airport, transfer to the hotel for check in. Free at leisure.

  Day 2 - Visit Mengkabong Village

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast

  Start to visit Mengkabong Village - a village built on water, is 45 minutes drive from Kota Kinabalu. You can see the thatched roof houses built on stilts and connected by narrow, wooden planks, rising out of the river are a remarkable sight to be hold. Set amidst mangrove forests, this Bajau Village gives visitors a very good insight into the lifestyle of a fishing village. Have morning coffee with a Bajau family and explore the village. Stay overnight at hotel.

  Day 3 - Poring Hot Spring - Kinabalu Park

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Depart early morning for a 3 hours drive to Poring Hot Spring, calling in at villages where native crafts can be purchased. Explore the many jungle trails and observe wildlife from the canopy walkway 100 feet above the forest floor. Proceed to Kinabalu Park after lunch. There, you will view a slide presentation and visit the mountain garden to explore the unique and endemic plant life found in Kinabalu Park. Return to hotel in the late afternoon.

  Day 4 - Kota Kinabalu - Sadanka

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast, we will transfer to Kota Kinabalu airport and fly out to Sandakan. Upon arrival in Sandakan, we will proceed overland to Gomantong Caves (1/2 hours). Then, spend the morning exploring the caves before continuing to Sukau (1 hr) for lunch. In the afternoon, go on a river cruise in search of proboscis monkeys, birds and other wildlife.

  Day 5 - Sukau - Sepilok Orang Utan - Sandanka

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Depart from Sukau and transfer overland to the Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary in time for the feeding of the Orang Utans and see a video presentation on the Orang Utan's rehabilitation programm. Return to Sandakan for lunch and a city tour.

  Day 6 - Sandakan - Miri - Mulu

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for flight to Kota Kinabalu (suggested flight: MH2043 etd 0820/0905hrs) then, connect to Miri (on MH2865 etd 1050/1145hrs) and on to Mulu in the afternoon. A short flight from Miri takes one deep into the heart of Gunung Mulu National Park. About 5 million years ago, the uplifting and folding of the ancient sea floor created impressive limestone mountains. The erosive forces of nature have created an eerie array of pinnacles rising above the forest floor and an extensive system of caverns. Wildlife viewing is fascinating with eight species of hornbills, hundreds species of butterflies and the wonderful early evening spectacle of a twisting black cloud of bats leaving the cave entrance. The vegetation is as impressive as the caves and wildlife. The flora includes over 1,500 species of flowering plants, including 170 species of orchids and ten species of pitcher plants. Upon arrival in Mulu, transfer to Royal Mulu Resort for checking in.

  Day 7 - Wind Cave - Clearwater Cave

  Place Transport: Boat
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Following breakfast, proceed upriver by longboat to Wind Cave with its impressive "King's Chamber". Here, stalactites and stalagmites with delicate lace-like patterns are found. A short walk along a plank walk suspended to the limestone cliff leads to Clearwater Cave. Like most caves in Mulu, Clearwater Cave is the habitat of unique species of plants. One of them, the one-leafed plant can only be found at Mulu, rare species of orchids and pitcher plants can be seen in many locations and photo-sensitive algae grows on certain rocks and have produced needle like formations that point towards the source of lights. Clearwater Cave has a wonderful swimming area shaded by giant rainforest trees. Have a picnic lunch around the clear pool of water emanating from the so named Clearwater Cave.

  Day 8 - Mulu - Kuching

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Have breakfast at the resort. Then, transfer to the airport for the flight to Kuching via Miri. Upon arrival in Kuching, transfer to hotel for checking in.

  Day 9 - Bako National Park

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Take a 35 minutes drive to Bako Village. From the village, take a 25 minutes boat ride to the park. Have the time in the park, touch to nature. Return to Kuching in the late afternoon.

  Day 10 - Kuching - Semenggoh Orangutans - Batang Ai Resort

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast, board coaches for Semenggoh. Located a short drive from the centre of Kuching, Semenggoh provides a unique opportunity for visitors to observe Orang Utans, sun bears, hornbills, gibbon monkeys, the elusive pangolin and other animals from the local forests. The baby orang utans roam wild and return each morning and afternoon to specially designed feeding stations. Serian, about 45 minutes from Semenggoh, typical of many rural Sarawak towns is picturesque and compact. Along the high street are the Chinese variety shops and the upriver agents with agricultural produce of local pepper and cocoa. Along the journey, there will be intermittent stops to visit a pepper garden and to view spectacular flora - rare orchids and 4 species of the carnivorous pitcher plant in an area of 10 square metres. Lunch will be served at a local coffee shop en route. Upon arrival at the Batang Ai reservoir, proceed by boat to a Resort. The evening is at your leisure.

  Day 11 - Day trip to Iban longhouses

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at the resort. Then, we proceed upriver to one of the culturally active Iban longhouses in the region. The half hour journey is done on long boats with an Iban boatmen. These river-worthy boats handcrafted by the Ibans are ideal vehicles for taking us into an Iban village where life has changed little in the last hundred years. Spend some time to discover the terrain with your guide and lunch will be provided. Return to the Resort in the late afternoon. This evening is at your leisure.

  Day 12 - Kuching city

  Place Transport: Boat->Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast, depart for the jetty to cross the lake by boat (1/2 hour). Overland to Kuching, discover the charms of this riverine city established by Sir James Brooke- the first White Rajah of Sarawak. See buildings dating back to the days of the White Rajahs, ancient Chinese temples and colorful markets displaying the produce that first brought traders to Borneo. A visit to Kuching will not be complete without making a stop at the Sarawak Museum. Completed in 1891, the museum has an excellent collection of Bornean ethnological and archaeological artifacts and is reputed to be the best in South East Asia. Have lunch at a local restaurant.

  Day 13 - Kuching Departure

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Let's discover the charm of Kuching, shop for Bornean artifacts in one of the shops, wander the old streets of Kuching. Free at leisure till departure transfer.

  The Tour Inclusion:

   - 12 nights accommodation with daily breakfast.
  
  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.

  - Domestic flight tickets, including domestic airport taxes.

  - Boat as specified in the program 

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.
  
  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program
  
  - Lunches (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.Visas.
  
  - Dinners, except as specified above.
  
  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
  
  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note
  - The itinerary is just a sample of our Malaysia tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
  
  What to bring?
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
  
  How to start?
  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
  - You can get Malaysia Visas on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport).

Malaysia Love Land

To know Malaysia is to love Malaysia - a bubbling, bustling melting-pot of races and religions where Malays, Indians, Chinese and many other ethnic groups live together in peace and harmony. One of Malaysia's key attractions is its extreme contrasts which further add to this theme of ‘diversity’. Towering skyscrapers look down upon wooden houses built on stilts while five-star hotels sit just metres away from ancient reefs. Rugged mountains reach dramatically for the sky while their rainforest-clad slopes sweep down to floodplains teeming with forest life. Cool highland hideaways roll down to warm, sandy beaches and rich, humid mangroves. For the perfect trip full of surprises, the time is now, and the place is Malaysia. 

Duration: 9 days/8 nights

Tour Code: MMHL04

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Kuala Lumpur - Malacca - Langkawi Island - Kuching - Sarawak Cultural Village

• Day 1 - Kuala Lumpur Arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals:

  Upon arrival, you will be met and tranferred to your hotel. Then it's time to relax.

  Day 2 - Kuala Lumpur City Tour

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at hotel. Full day Kuala Lumpur City Tour covers the Merdeka Square, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur Tower ( entrance fee not inclusive ), King Palace and China Town. Lunch at local restaurant. Then visit Petronas Twin Tower (entrance fee not included) and shopping at KLCC Suria. Stay overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 3 - Kuala Lumpur - Malacca

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast at hotel, you will go to Malacca for tour covering St Peter's Church (1710)- the oldest Christian Church which has been still used in Malaysia, "Red Square" Enjoy a sumptuous "Nyonya & Baba" food, Cheng Hon Teng Temple, the oldest Chinese temple. Take a stroll along Malacca's antique street which ends by the banks of the Malacca River before heading back to Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 4 - Kuala Lumpur - Langkawi Island

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, transfer to airport for Langkawi Island. Upon arrival at Langkawi, transfer to a hotel for check in. Free at own leisure.

  Day 5 - Langkawi Island

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast, we will star half day island tour (excludes entrance fee). This legendary isle with its crystal clear water and the white powdering sand infringed by swaying palms is indeed the most ideal retreat for sunbathing and swimming. Lunch is seafood. After lunch, free at own leisure.

  Day 6 - Langkawi

  Place Transport: Boat
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at Hotel.
  After breakfast, depart for Island Hopping with Eagle Feeding Tour.
  Lunch will be provided at the island and then back to hotel.

  Day 7 - Langkawi - Kuala Lumpur - Kuching

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at hotel. Then transfer to airport for Kuching. (Via Kuala Lumpur) by Air Asia. Upon arrival, meet at Kuching International Airport. Then proceed for a tour of Kuching City. Check-in at the hotel.

  Day 8 - Kuching: Sarawak Cultural Village

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Breakfast at hotel. Pick-up from the hotel and drive for 45 minutes from the city. Theme as a living museum and showcasing Sarawak’s unique and diverse cultures, and displaying replicas of Sarawak’s ethnic traditional houses. The tour ends with a 45 minutes cultural performance in the theatre. Lunch at Sarawak Cultural Village Restaurant. After lunch, visit Semenggoh Wildlife Centre which is home to the totally protected Orang Utan. Return to Kuching. En-route, visit the famous Sarawak’s Pottery Factory.

  Day 9 - Kuching - Kuala Lumpur Departure

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, free at leisure until transferring to the airport for the flight to Kuala Lumpur and then fly home.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 08 Nights Accommodation in deluxe twin / double room view with daily breakfast.

  - Pick-ups and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.

  
  

  
  

  - Boat as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  
  

  - Domestic flight tickets as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  
  

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.

  - Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - Visas on arrival

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.

  - Dinners, except as specified above.

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.

  
  

  
  

  - Travel insurance 

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note
  - The itinerary is just a sample of our Malaysia tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
  
  What to bring?
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
  
  How to start?
  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
  - If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Malaysia Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).

Malaysia Emotion Holiday

Among all South-East Asian countries, Malaysia has emerged as one of the most visited visitor locations. This tour includes the major highlights of Malaysia, so you will have chance to discover this wonderfully diverse country. After experiencing this enticing Malaysia Emotion Holiday, you're sure to want to go back and explore more of Malaysia. Are you ready?

Duration: 9 days/8 nights

Tour Code: MMHL03

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Kuala Lumpur - Malacca - Cameron Highlands - Penang Island - Langkawi Island

• Day 1 - Kuala Lumpur Arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals: Dinner

  Upon arrival Kuala Lumpur, you will be transferred to our carefully selected hotel. This vibrant capital city forms a modern backdrop of lustrous skyscrapers. In the afternoon, you will be fascinated by the garden city image of Kuala Lumpur during the city tour. We will spend the afternoon driving pass Chinatown and House of Parliament with stops at National Monument, King's Palace, National Mosque, Independent Square and Sultan Abdul Samad Building. In the evening, dinner will be at Sri Melayu Restaurant which is famous for its authentic local buffet with colorful cultural performance on stage. After dinner,you are free and stay overnight at the hotel in Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 2 - Malacca

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast, start to explore the neighboring historical city of Malacca. We will visit St Peter's Church (1710) - the oldest Christian Church has been still used in Malaysia, "Red Square" - the salmon pink Dutch administration buildings and Portugese settlement. We will enjoy a sumptuous "Nyonya & Baba" food for lunch. After lunch, we will visit the harmony street where the oldest Chinese temple, Cheng Hon Teng Temple is located. A Muslim mosque and Indian temple can also be found on the same street. Take a stroll along Malacca's antique street which ends by the Banks of the Malacca River before departure. Stay overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 3 - Cameron Highlands

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, we will travel by road to Cameron Highlands via the North South Express Highway. A visit to the Lata Iskandar waterfall, then the Orang Asli (Indigenous people) village and vegetables farm to experience the amazing tropical vegetation of the highlands completes the day.

  Day 4 - Cameron Highlands

  Place Transport: Car->Cruise
  Meals: Breakfast

  This morning, we will visit Gunung Brinchang and the Mossy Forest. Cruise along the picturesque tea gardens to Gunung Brinchang. A commentary and an aerial view / photography stop will be made before we bring you for a short trek into the Mossy Forest in search of Pitcher Plants and other flora. At the peak, the viewing tower gives a spectacular view of the surroundings. The return journey will bring us downhill to the Sungai Palas tea factory for a factory tour. After lunch, we will visit the famous cactus valley and rose garden. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

  Day 5 - Penang Island

  Place Transport: Boat->Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After an early breakfast, we begin our journey to Penang Island. Our first stop will be Sam Poh Tong- a famous cave with an impressive work of art and faith with various statues of Buddha among natural stalactites and stalagmites. We will make a lunch stop at Ipoh town. After lunch, we will drive pass the Ipoh Railway Station, an impressive landmark which combines Moorish architecture with modern embellishments. Next, we will visit the Ubudiah Mosque and Royal Museum in Kuala Kangsar. Before entering the Island of Penang, we will drive through one of the longest bridge in Asia (13.5 km).Penang, with its long history of accepting people from different cultures is at the crossroads of major civilizations. Communities of Arabs, Burmese, Chinese, Eurasians, Malays, Indians, Indonesians and Thais have all come through this island's historic port to make their homes here. Also known as "The Pearl of the Orient", Penang is famous for its history, people, heritage and food. Check in the hotel and the rest of the evening is free.

  Day 6 - Penang Island

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Explore the "Pearl of the Orient" from its sandy shore to the quaint countryside and nostalgic Georgetown. Our tour in Penang will include the famous Kek Lok Si Temple, Fort Cornwallis which was built on the site of Francis Light's historic landing in 1786 and the famous Penang Batik Factory. Lunch (on own account) will be at a Nyonya restaurant serving famous Penang local cuisines - a mixture of Chinese and Malay flavour. Our heritage tour will start after lunch, places of interest includes Little India, China Town and the Majestic Khoo Kongsi (Dragon Mountain Hall) clan house with its ancient-design constructed to capture the splendour of an Imperial Palace. It features a magnificent hall embellished with intricate carvings and richly ornamented beams of the finest wood bearing the mark of master craftsmen from China. The rest of the evening is free at your leisure.

  Day 7 - Langkawi Island

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After driving from the resort to the jetty, we will go to Langkawi Island by ferry in the morning. This legendary isle with its crystal clear water and the white powdering sand infringed by swaying palms is indeed the most ideal retreat for sunbathing and swimming. Upon arrival, we start our sightseeing at the many places of interest such as wet market, Keris Monument, Atma Alam Batik and Rubber Plantation. At Langkawi Crystal, witness the process of blowing crystal into unique and exclusive designs that are distinctly Malaysian. Driving through unimaginable serene roads, proceed to trek the lush tropical forest to enjoy a swim in the natural splendor of the cascading waterfalls. After the waterfall, we proceed to Kuah - which was once a fishing village and now a bustling town center. Here, we stop briefly to view the gigantic 'Lang' at the Eagle's Square. We will then check in at our selected resort. The rest of the day is at your leisure. You may like to visit the shopping centre and Oriental Village.

  Day 8 - Langkawi Island

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Free at own leisure.

  Day 9 - Langkawi Island - Kuala Lumpur Departure

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  The whole day is at leisure until you are transferred by flight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for your onward flight home.

Shopping & Relax Vacation

Malaysia is indeed a nation truly blessed with a wealth of cultural heritage and captivating environmental beauty. It is also a gastronomic haven and a definite shopper's paradise. Remarkably diverse, it is one of Southeast Asia's most energetic and prosperous nations. Once in Malaysia, shopping is a must. With this tour, we give you many opportunities to shop, relax and discover this wonderful country. Let's go !

Duration: 8 days/7 nights

Tour Code: MMSD05

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Kuala Lumpur - Redang Island

• Day 1 - Kuala Lumpur Arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals:

  Arrive at Kuala Lumpur. Transfer to a hotel and relax. Stay overnight at hotel.

  Day 2 - Kuala Lumpur - Putrajaya

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast, depart for Kuala Lumpur city tour: covering Craft Complex and Eye on Malaysia (entrance fees not included). Proceed for Putrajaya Tour covering new government central administrative District, PM Office and Putra Mosque. Lunch at Taman Warisan Putrajaya. Then, transfer back to hotel.

  Day 3 - Kuala Lumpur shopping

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  Breakfast at the hotel. Today is a free day for you to explore the Kuala Lumpur shopping center which is well known as a Shopping Paradise. Lunch and dinner will be on your own. Stay overnight in Kuala Lumpur.

  Day 4 - Kuala Lumpur - Redang

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Dinner

  Breakfast at hotel. After that, depart for Redang Island by Berjaya Air. Transfer to resort by coach. Lunch at a local restaurant. (On your own) Dinner is at the hotel. (BBQ dinner or Steam boat dinner)

  Day 5 - Redang Island

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Dinner

  Breakfast at the hotel. One round Redang Island trip with 3 snorkeling stop, inclusive of gear. Lunch is on your own. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

  Day 6 - Redang Island

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, today is free at own leisure.

  Day 7 - Redang - Kuala Lumpur

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, free at own leisure until departure for Kuala Lumpur. Upon arrival, proceed to hotel . The rest of day is free at own leisure.

  Day 8 - Kuala Lumpur Departure

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 07 nights accommodation with daily breakfast.

  - Pick-ups and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.
  
  - Domestic flight tickets as indicated in the itinerary.
  
  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.

  - Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - Visas on arrival

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.

  - Dinners, except as specified above.

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
  
  - Travel insurance 

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note
  - The itinerary is just a sample of our Malaysia tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
  
  What to bring?
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
  
  How to start?
  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
  - If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Malaysia Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).