Itinerary Details
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Day 1 - Welcome to Malaysia!
Today you will fly to Kuala Lumpur. You will be welcomed on arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport and transferred to your hotel for check in.
Day 2 - Kuala Lumpur Discovery
Following a pick-up from your hotel, discover how Kuala Lumpur has developed from a modest tin mining town to the huge metropolis it is today. See some of the city's futuristic structures.You will go to the the Sky Bar in Kuala Lumpur with a view of Petronas Twin Towers (the world's tallest twin-tower structure). Go to Independence Square to admire colonial buildings and the English-style cricket ground.
And the little Indian Brickfields. Brickfields is a small to medium-sized town and residential neighborhood located just outside central Kuala Lumpur. It is known as Kuala Lumpur's Little India due to the high percentage of Indian residents and businesses. Enjoy shopping specially Indian sarees and dresses and taste local Indian spices.Visit the National Mosque (Masjid Negara).This modern mosque was completed in 1965 and can accommodate 15,000 people. Get to know the Sultan Abdul Samad Jamek Mosque,which was the first large mosque to be built in Kuala Lumpur.
Last stop is KLCC Park & Lake Symphony, Within KLCC Park,sited at the esplanade outside of Suria KLCC, lies the 10,000 sq ft man-made Lake Symphony. Two musical fountains display over 150 unique programmed animations in a magical performance of sound and water. KLCC Lake Symphony Light and Sound Water Fountain showtimes are 8pm, 9pm and 10pm daily. However, KLCC Lake Symphony Water Fountain showtimes (Light only) are 7:30pm, 8:30pm and 9:30pm daily.
Day 3 - Elephant sanctuary & Batik painting class
You'll be taken to a top elephant sanctuary in one of our private cars where you'll get the chance to wash, feed and play with these beautiful animals in the tropical Malaysian jungle.
After an amazing morning with the elephants, you'll be treated to a delicious lunch while the elephants dry off in the sun.
Upon leaving the elephants your private driver and tour guide will take you to attend a Batik painting class where you’ll get to learn all about this traditional Malaysian painting style and create your own painting that you get to take home with you!
Stops on this tour include:
Batik Painting Workshop
Elephant Sanctuary (wash, feed and take photos with the elephants)
Day 4 - Fly to Kota Kinabalu
Enjoy your free time until your guide comes to escort you to the airport for your onward flight.
Today you will fly to Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu is a hustling and bustling city situated strategically on the West Coast of the Malaysian state of Sabah. Locals here often refer to Kota Kinabalu as ‘KK’ in short. KK is also the gateway to one of Southeast Asia’s tallest mountains, Mount Kinabalu. Apart from KK’s majestic beauty, be spoiled for choices as KK also offers a wide range of food selection. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in ‘KK’ and the rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 5 - Tunku Abdul Rahman Park & Snorkeling
Take a boat ride towards Tunku Abdul Rahman Park within 15-20 minutes and arrive at the Island. Be mesmerized by the colorful fishes transparent by the crystal clear blue sea and vast greeneries surrounding the Island.
The island is furnished with changing rooms, toilets, picnic shelters and tables for recreational use. Just relax under the sun or enjoy the white sandy beach with sandcastles or go snorkeling and look for beautiful corals and fishes.
Day 6 - Kinabalu National Park Discovery
Kinabalu National Park is located some 2 hours from Kota Kinabalu. The journey takes on meandering mountain road with spectacular views of the Crocker Range.
This is probably the most spectacular national park in Malaysia. The star attraction, without a doubt, goes to the famed granite-clad Mount Kinabalu which officially stands at 4, 092 metres above sea level (though previously thought to have an elevation of 4, 101 metres).
The park headquarters boast quite a number of short hiking trails to enjoy the variety of plant species of the park. The biodiversity of this park is so impressive that Kinabalu National Park was accorded the UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Next stop is Poring, 40km east of Mount Kinabalu, where visitors go for the Poring Hot Spring and Nature Reserve which houses both open-air and private cabin baths whose water contains sulphur that is known for its skin-curative properties. Canopy walk 40m high, nature trails, waterfall and gardens are to be explored.
Accommodation
- 3 Nights in Kuala Lumpur
- 3 Nights in Kota Kinabalu
At the hotel all rooms have a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At EQ Kuala Lumpur rooms include bed linen and towels.
A buffet, American or Asian breakfast is served at the property. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Japanese, Malaysian and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options can also be requested.
EQ Kuala Lumpur offers 5-star accommodations with a hot tub.
Speaking English, Malay, Tamil and Chinese at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur Convention Center and Petronas Twin Towers. The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 14 miles from EQ Kuala Lumpur, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spa and an outdoor pool with water jets, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu offers luxury beachfront accommodations in Tanjung Aru. Set 4.3 mi from Kota Kinabalu, it features free WiFi throughout and free parking is provided.
Featuring elegant decor, the spacious rooms are fitted with air-conditioning, a seating area and a flat-screen satellite TV. Stunning ocean or mountain views can be enjoyed from private balconies with outdoor seating. For your convenience, the private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer.
Dining options include Shang Palace, which specializes in Chinese cuisines. Live entertainment accompanies light refreshments at Borneo Lounge and Bar.
Guests can enjoy various water sports activities, such as jet ski, surfing and diving. Children can play in the kids' pool with waterslides. Other amenities include a 9-hole golf course and Chi, The Spa, which offers relaxing massages. The staff at 24/7 reception are happy to assist you with car rentals and airport transfers at ab additional charge.
The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 4.5 mi from the property.
What's included
Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast
Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added)
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Well screened Hotels
Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room.
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Super nice location
Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.
All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises
Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space
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Best-time flight
No early get up. No late arrival.
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Better seats
Select seats for you as spacious as possible, such as exit row or bulkhead with more legroom.
All meals specified in the itinerary
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Satisfying food
Your special request on food can always be satisfied, no matter it relates to religion or medical purpose!
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Local specialities
Traditional local food is delicious and its specialities are worth searching out with our local guide!
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Little snack
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Bottles of drinking water and cold towels per guest per day
24/7 helpline while you are travelling
All excursions specified in the itinerary
All entrance fees specified in the itinerary
service
We offer professional private tour guides with over 10-year experience, well-performed vehicles less than 5-year service life and licensed drivers with 5-year practice. Each of our employees undergoes rigorous screening before they can join our network.
All the hotels we advised have been inspected by our team and we spend time each year to top up our knowledge on the spot. Continuing Positive feedbacks on them from former customers because of their outstanding and unique characters.
You will have our local team's urgency contact number and we are available whenever and wherever. If you meet any problem or need any help, just make a phone call and everything will be settled down at a time.
We provide the welcome kits for each customer, you will receive the SIM card, city map, a bottle of drinking water and a cool towel per guest per day for FREE. Get all first-step information and useful tips in one profile and make your first tour simple and easy.
