25 days in Malaysia Itinerary

A holiday in Kuala Lumpur, a modern metropolis and capital of Malaysia, reveals a place where colonial influences, Asian traditions, and modern aesthetics come together in urban architecture and street layout.

Kuala Lumpur is known for parks, shopping, historic sites, museums, and zoos & aquariums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: look for all kinds of wild species at KL Bird Park, admire the masterpieces at Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, make a splash at Sunway Lagoon, and browse the different shops at Central Market Kuala Lumpur.

For ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Kuala Lumpur online attractions planner .

Amsterdam, Holland to Kuala Lumpur is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of flight and bus. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Amsterdam in July, expect Kuala Lumpur to be somewhat warmer, temps between 38°C and 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to drive to Cameron Highlands.

Breathe in some fresh air during a holiday in Cameron Highlands, a hill station in Malaysia known for its impressive vistas.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Mon): relax in the rural setting at Cameron Bharat Tea Estate, then experience rural life at Big Red Strawberry Farm, and then take a peaceful walk through Mossy Forest.

For photos, maps, and more tourist information, read Cameron Highlands vacation planner.

Getting from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) early enough to travel to Pulau Perhentian Besar.

Pulau Perhentian Besar looks almost otherworldly with its blue waters, lush jungles, and white-sand beaches.

Pulau Perhentian Besar is known for beaches, wildlife, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: kick back and relax at Turtle Sanctuary Beach, get outside with Outdoor Activities, stop by Universal Diver, and identify plant and animal life at Perhentian Island Resort Turtle Hatchery.

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Traveling by combination of taxi, bus, and ferry from Cameron Highlands to Pulau Perhentian Besar takes 8 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. July in Pulau Perhentian Besar sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 28°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 18th (Sat).

A kind of architectural playground, George Town is city offering an attractive mix of style, history, and culture.

When in George Town, make a side trip to see ESCAPE in Teluk Bahang, approximately 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Kek Lok Si Temple, steep yourself in history at Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion, take an in-depth tour of Pinang Peranakan Mansion, and see the interesting displays at Penang House of Music.

For more things to do, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read George Town tour itinerary planner.

Do a combination of ferry and flight from Pulau Perhentian Besar to George Town in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight. The time zone difference moving from Malaysia Time to West Indonesia Time is minus 1 hour. July in George Town sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 28°C at night. On the 21st (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Kuching.

A state capital, Kuching offers access to the surrounding landscape on a range of ecotours through national parks and reserves.

Take a break from Kuching with a short trip to Fairy Caves in Bau, about 1h 05 min away. Next up on the itinerary: explore the striking landscape of Bako National Park, make a trip to Kuching Esplanade, pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Borneoartifact Asian Art, Antiques, Cultural artifacts, and identify plant and animal life at Semenggoh Nature Reserve.

For reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read Kuching trip builder app .

Traveling by flight from George Town to Kuching takes 4.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from West Indonesia Time to Malaysia Time is 1 hour. July in Kuching sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 27°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) so you can travel to Langkawi.

An archipelago of 104 islands, Langkawi is tailor-made for adventurous holidays, filled with exploration and relaxation.

Langkawi is known for nature, beaches, adventure, zoos & aquariums, and spas. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in the views from Langkawi Sky Bridge, stroll through Cenang Beach, get to know the resident critters at Langkawi Wildlife Park, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To see maps, reviews, photos, and tourist information, go to the Langkawi road trip planning tool .

Traveling by flight from Kuching to Langkawi takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and ferry. In July in Langkawi, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 29°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can travel back home.