7 days Colonial Malaysia - Excludes international flights

Price: from £858*

Departure Dates: Jan to Dec 2010



What's included:
Tours
Transfers
Accommodation
Meals as specified in itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch)
English speaking guide

Please note international flights not included. Please call 0844 472 3080 for flights.

Itinerary:
Day 1 Arrival
Arrive at KLIA, after meet and greet service, transfer to hotel for accommodation. Overnight at Ritz Carlton.

Day 2 Kuala Lumpur Discovery Tour (4 hours)
See fine examples of Colonial and Moorish architecture, such as the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, the Royal Selangor Club and the old Railway Station with gilded cupolas, turrets and minarets. Other highlights include the serene and elegant Jamek Mosque, the Petronas tiwn tower – highest building in the world, the majestic Royal Palace, Lake Gardens and the National Monument. Stop for lunch at Coliseum Restaurant in an old colonial setting. Option to visit Central Market. Overnight at Ritz Carlton. (B/L)

Day 3 By land to Cameron Highlands (3 hours)
Cameron Highlands, 6690 feet above sea level was first discovered in 1885 by the British during their colonial rule. Here the foliage changes and the temperature drops more than 80C Celsius from the lowland. During the winding ascent to the highlands, some aboriginals with their blow-pipes for hunting may be sighted. Overnight at Cameron Highlands Resort. (B)

Day 4 Cameron Highlands
Morning tour the agro market and visit vegetable farms, orchard, Rose Valley and Sam Poh Temple. Rest of the day is free, to explore this resort area or simply rejuvenated by the fresh cool air. There is also a 18-hole golf course. A light sweater is recommended for evening. Overnight at Cameron Highlands Resort. (B)

Day 5 By land to Penang (2 hours)
On the way to Penang, visit the Oldest museum in Malaysia, built during the British occupation in Taiping and take a drive through the Lake Gardens and the Allied War Cemetery. The journey includes a pleasant drive across Penang Bridge, longest in Asia. Overnight at Eastern & Oriental Hotel. (B)

Day 6 Penang Island Discovery Tour
Explore Penang, the ‘Pearl of the Orient’ from its sandy shores to quaint countryside. Visit the Batik Factory and witness the traditional technique of batik painting, using wax and dyes. Along the winding road, be introduced to spices, local fruits and rubber tapping. Stop at a typical Malay Village and feel the air of tranquility. Visit the legendary Snake Temple, where Pit Vipers adorn the altars. At the Free Trade Zone, visit OE Design and observe the art of jewelry making. On the way back, view Penang Bridge, 3rd longest in the world. The rest of the day is free for own activities. Overnight at Eastern & Oriental Hotel. (B)

Day 7
Free at leisure until transfer to airport for departure flight. (B)

* Please note that prices are per person based on twin share and minimum 2 pax. Pricing is subject to availability and change. Terms and conditions apply.

For details or to book, please telephone 0844 472 3402