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Street food in Kuala Lumpur

Culinary tour of Malaysia

16 days from £3,815pp
Street food in Kuala Lumpur
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Tour highlights

  • Enjoy the historical spice town of Malacca.

  • Take part in a local market tour followed by a Malay cooking class.

  • Explore the metropolis of Kuala Lumpur.

  • Eat Chinese, Indian and Malay in one day in Penang.

  • Relax on the beach in Langkawi.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international and domestic flights
  • Flight offers available
  • In-destination transfers
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Kuala Lumpur.

  • On arrival in KL, your driver and guide will meet you for a private transfer to Malacca and the Majestic Hotel.

    • Malacca at dusk
      Malacca at dusk
    • KLCC District Kuala Lumpur
      KLCC District Kuala Lumpur
    • Malacca, Malaysia
      Malacca, Malaysia

  • Why not try the complimentary group walking tour that the Majestic runs? It is a great introduction to the city and helps get your bearings.

    • Malacca, Malaysia
      Malacca, Malaysia
    • St. Paul's Church, Malacca
      St. Paul's Church, Malacca
    • Porta de Santiago, Malacca, Malaysia
      Porta de Santiago, Malacca, Malaysia

  • Enjoy a day of culinary exploration today with a Portuguese-Malay cooking excursion and some free time to explore our recommendations.

    • Riverside views in Malacca, Malaysia
      Riverside views in Malacca, Malaysia
    • Malacca market
      Malacca market
    • Local street food alley in Malacca
      Local street food alley in Malacca

  • This morning, you will be collected at the hotel and taken to Kuala Lumpur, where you have the afternoon free to relax by the hotel pool or explore the city.

    • Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
      Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    • Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
      Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    • Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
      Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

  • Today, you will be taken on a private tour of Kuala Lumpur. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to see more sights independently.

    • China Town, Kuala Lumpur
      China Town, Kuala Lumpur
    • Kuala Lumpur by night
      Kuala Lumpur by night
    • Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
      Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

  • Enjoy a hands-on cooking course and visit a local market before being let loose in the kitchen!

    • Parking wardens, Chinatown, KL
      Parking wardens, Chinatown, KL
    • Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur
      Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur
    • Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur
      Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur

  • This morning you will be collected at the hotel and taken to Penang, the gastronomic epicentre of Malaysia. Head out and enjoy some great food — Chinese, Malay, Indian and Thai are all superb here!

    • Penang Taman Negara
      Penang Taman Negara
    • Malay fishing boats, Penang, Malaysia
      Malay fishing boats, Penang, Malaysia
    • Batu Ferringhi, Malaysia
      Batu Ferringhi, Malaysia

  • Today, you will take a private tour of this UNESCO city's best local food with your guide on a walking tour.

    • Children in George Town, Malaysia
      Children in George Town, Malaysia
    • Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang
      Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang
    • Shop houses in George Town, Penang
      Shop houses in George Town, Penang

  • Enjoy a further day exploring the shops, temples, markets and restaurants of George Town, enjoying some great food.

    • Street art in Penang
      Street art in Penang
    • Street art in Penang
      Street art in Penang
    • Chinese temple in George Town
      Chinese temple in George Town

  • This morning, you will be collected at the hotel and taken to the airport for the short Firefly flight to Langkawi. You will be met at the airport and taken to your hotel on arrival. For the next few days, you are free to make your own arrangements or just relax on the beach at your hotel.

    • Dusky Leaf Monkey, Langkawi
      Dusky Leaf Monkey, Langkawi
    • Sunset on Langkawi, Malaysia
      Sunset on Langkawi, Malaysia
    • Fishing boat on Langkawi, Malaysia
      Fishing boat on Langkawi, Malaysia

  • Enjoy the day in your own time!

    • Last light on Pantai Cenang, Langkawi
      Last light on Pantai Cenang, Langkawi
    • Spectacular sunset, Pantai Cenang, Langkawi
      Spectacular sunset, Pantai Cenang, Langkawi
    • Paddy fields on Langkawi
      Paddy fields on Langkawi

  • Full day to relax in Langkawi.

    • Locals enjoying sunset, Pantai Cenang, Langkawi
      Locals enjoying sunset, Pantai Cenang, Langkawi
    • Sunset from the Beach Garden Restaurant, Cenang, Langkawi
      Sunset from the Beach Garden Restaurant, Cenang, Langkawi
    • Local women relax on the beach, Langkawi
      Local women relax on the beach, Langkawi

  • Day at leisure to relax at the beach.

    • Turquoise waters of Langkawi, Malaysia
      Turquoise waters of Langkawi, Malaysia
    • Tanjung Rhu Beach, Langkawi
      Tanjung Rhu Beach, Langkawi
    • Langkawi, Malaysia
      Langkawi, Malaysia

  • After a final morning relaxing at your hotel, you will be taken to the airport in plenty of time for your flight.

    • Langkawi Sunset
      Langkawi Sunset
    • Telaga Harbour Marina in Langkawi
      Telaga Harbour Marina in Langkawi
    • Datai Beach on Langkawi
      Datai Beach on Langkawi

  • Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Kuala Lumpur
 
Malacca
 
Penang
 
Langkawi
 

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