Independent Malaysia itineraries

Independent Malaysia itineraries

Our suggested Malaysia itineraries are independent routes that we’ve created by stringing together a selection of our shorter travel modules. Click here to see our Malaysia adventure tours and Borneo tours. Besides our itineraries through Malaysia, we also have an overland itinerary combining Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand.

The itineraries have been put together based on their geographical location and combination of activities. You might begin your trip with an adventurous jungle trek and spend the last few days relaxing on a tropical island. Some itineraries will include the major highlights of Malaysia, others will take you off the tourist trail to lesser-known areas. With all our Malaysia itineraries you’ll travel by different modes of transport for example comfortable (luxury) coaches, domestic flight and occasionally by train.

We have carefully selected small-scale, well-maintained and authentic accommodation that best reflects the area, or are very conveniently located. In many places you’ll be staying in a private bungalow, in the cities you’ll be staying in small middle-class hotels within walking distance of all the sights. For more information visit out accommodation page. Prices of the itineraries as mentioned below are valid until 31 December 2009, excluding international flights. Peak season rates may apply around Christmas, New Year and Malaysian holidays. Surplus rates are usually around $45-80 per person.

Below we’ve outlined our selection of itineraries. If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with us. You can request an itinerary using our Quote Request Form.

Malaysia itineraries

Malaysia island holidays - Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia itinerary 3

Malaysia online Choice

You'll see: Malacca - Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara - Cameron Highlands - Kota Bahru - Pulau Perhentian - Gem Island
Duration 19 days / 18 nights
Price From $2345 per person - based on 2 people sharing
Departure Daily from March - mid October


This itinerary follows the route we like to travel ourselves. It includes well-known sights with the less-discovered east coast, travelling by different modes of transport. You'll explore colonial Malacca by bike, drive across the tea plantations of the Cameron Highlands by hire car and hop onto an open speedboat to the tropical east coast islands where you can spend a couple of days relaxing on a deserted beach. 

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Malaysia island holidays - Taman Negara
Malaysia island holidays - Tropical islands
Malaysia adventure holiday - Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia itinerary 1

A taste of Malaysia

You'll see: Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara National Park - Cameron Highlands - Penang - Langkawi - Kuala Lumpur
Duration 14 days / 13 nights
Price From $1399 per person, shared minibus
From $1475
per person, self-drive
Departure Daily, all year round


West Malaysia in a nutshell. During this two-week round trip you'll get to know the many faces of Malaysia and visit all the highlights of the country. Starting in the lively metropolis Kuala Lumpur you'll travel to Malaysia's most famous jungle before continuing on to the lush green tea plantations of the Cameron Highlands and the cultural and historic treasures of Penang to the paradise beaches of Langkawi. You can do this Malaysia itinerary by comfortable (mini)bus, a cheap, effienct and most of all fun way to explore the country and get to know the local Malaysians.

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Malaysia adventure holiday - Dense jungle
Malaysia adventure holiday - Malaysia islands
Malaysia self drive - Rope bridge

Malaysia itinerary 2

Jungle, tea and beaches

You'll see: Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara - Cameron Highlands - Penang - Kota Bharu - Pulau Perhentian

Duration 17 days / 16 nights
Price From $2045 per person, shared minibus
From $1819 per person, self-drive
Departure Daily from March - mid October


This 17-day itinerary will take you to all the west coast highlights of our 'Taste of Malaysia' itinerary as well as the east coast paradise islands. En route to your island getaway you'll visit a traditionl kampung where you'll be welcomed by your friendly hosts. You can do this itinerary by minibus with driver in which you'll travel with a small group of other passengers, or by private hire car. 

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Malaysia self drive - Stunning beaches
Malaysia self drive - Tea plantations
Malaysia overland - Singapore

Malaysia itinerary 4

Overland experience - from Singapore to Malaysia

You'll see: Singapore - Malacca - Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara - Cameron Highlands - Penang - Langkawi
Duration 18 days /17 nights
Price From $2005 per person - based on 2 people sharing
Departure Daily


See the best of both worlds with this 2 1/2 week itinerary across Singapore and Malaysia. You'll visit the two iconic Asian cities, kicking off in the thriving and meticulous Singapore before travelling by train across the Malaysian countryside to the colonial town of Malacca and on to the towering skyscrapers of Kuala Lumpur. Next is a boat trip into the world's oldest rainforest, into the highlands to the tea plantations and on to the cultural, culinary island of Penang. You'll end your overland adventure on the tropical beaches of Langkawi.

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Malaysia overland
Malaysia overland - Get lost in paradise
Short Malaysia itinerary - Petronas Towers

Malaysia itinerary 5

The Colonial Way

You'll see: Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara - Cameron Highlands - Pulau Pangkor - Kuala Lumpur
Duration 9 days / 8 nights
Price From $1899 per person - based on 2 people sharing
Departure Daily


This luxury itinerary will take you to the highlights of Malaysia in 10 days, staying in unique, exclusive accommodation. You'll experience the pristine jungle and the immense tea plantations before relaxing on the island paradise of Pulau Pangkor. Want to travel comfortably and spend your days and nights in luxury? Then you'll definitely want to travel.... The Colonial Way. 

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Short Malaysia itinerary - Malaysia accommodation
Short Malaysia itinerary - Pulau Pangkor
Borneo travel ideas - Bako National Park

Malaysia & Borneo itinerary 6

From longhouses to beach bungalows

You'll see: Kuching - Bako National Park - Lemanak - Similajau National Park - Kuala Lumpur - Cameron Highlands - Penang - Langkawi
Duration 20 days/ 19 nights
Price From $2839 per person - based on 2 people sharing
Departure Daily


An impressive itinerary featuring the best East and West Malaysia have to offer. This combined journey will take you to the jungle tribes and longhouses of Serawak in South Borneo. Back in the 'inhabited' world of Malaysia you'll drink tea among the immense tea plantations before experiencing the culinary delights of Penang and ending your trip on the tropical island of Langkawi. 

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Borneo travel ideas - Cameron Highlands
Borneo travel ideas - Trishaw in Penang
Borneo adventure travel itinerary - Bako National Park

Borneo itinerary 7

Monkey business in the tropical rainforest

You'll see: Kuala Lumpur - Kuching - Lemanak - Kuching - Bako National Park - Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan - Sepilok - Sukau - Kota Kinabalu - Pulau Tiga - Kuala Lumpur
Duration 13 days / 12 nights
Price From $2389 per person - based on 2 people sharing
Departure Daily


Historical cities, tropical rainforests, endearing orang-utans and paradise beaches. These are only a few of the highlights you'll encounter during this short itinerary through mesmerising Borneo. Discover the jungles of South Borneo and meet the original inhabitants of this area as a guest in a traditional longhouse before travelling north to come face to face with the gentle orange giants in the world famous orang-utan refuge centre in Sepilok. Finally, escape to the paradise island of Pulau Tiga for a tropical grand finale. 

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Borneo adventure travel itinerary - Culture
Borneo adventure travel itinerary - Pulau Tiga
Borneo itinerary - Orang-utans

Borneo itinerary 8

Borneo all the way

You'll see: Kuching - Bako National Park - Lemanak - Mulu National Park - Kota Kinabalu - Kinabalu National Park - Sandakan - Sukau - Pulau Tiga
Duration 20 days/ 19 nights
Price From $3858 per person - based on 2 people sharing 
Departure Daily

The tropical rainforest and all that makes it special is the focus of this itinerary. You'll visit several incredibly beautiful parks and head deep into the jungle where you'll meet some real head hunters in Sarawak and come face to face with orang-utans in north Borneo. After conquering the highest mountain of south-east Asia you'll be able enjoy a few days relaxing on the soft white beaches of Pulau Tiga.

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Borneo itinerary - Sunset over the sea
Borneo itinerary - Pulau Tiga
Borneo jungle adventure

Malaysia & Borneo itinerary 9

Macacques, jungle boat rides and snorkelling bays

You'll see: Kota Kinabalu - Kinabalu National Park - Sepilok - Sukau - Mulu National Park - Cameron Highlands - Pulau Perhentian - Pulau Lang Tengah

Duration 20 days / 19 nights
Price From $3839 per person - based on 2 people sharing
Departure Daily

A three-week itinerary to some of the most spectacular spots on Borneo and West Malaysia. Meet the endearing orang-utans, head into the rainforest on a jungle boat trip, enjoy a cup of freshly-picked tea in the highlands and finally settle down on the soft white sands of Lang Tengah, the perfect ending to the perfect holiday.

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Borneo jungle adventure
Borneo jungle adventure - Beautiful beaches
What's included in the suggested Malaysia itineraries?

- All accommodation with breakfast as described. Sometimes other meals are included, check the daily itinerary for details.
- Transport as described in the daily itinerary, or car hire with pick-up and drop-off costs.
- Excursions and organised visits as described, sometimes with guide. See daily itinerary for details.
- Where necessary, assistance from our local agent (available 24 hours a day).

What's not included in your Malaysia itinerary?

- International return flights to Malaysia. You can book these separately, see our flights page.
- Airport taxes and local departure tax
- Eco-tax for most of the islands, which have been designated protected Marine Park. Usually just a couple of pounds to be paid on arrival on the island.
- Optional excursions like snorkelling trips or jungle walks on the islands
- Travel Insurance

A tailor-made itinerary?

It's possible to customize your Malaysia itinerary. Perhaps you'd like to treat yourself to different hotel, or add a few extra days on the beach?
We can change these Malaysia itineraries to suit your personal requirements, just let us know what you want when you complete the quote request form.

If you'd like to create your own itinerary by using our modules, then feel free to request your own Travel Plan.

Drop us an email or call us on 1300 810 378 or 08 8125 1865 to discuss your travel ideas with us.