Malaysia, Truly Asia
Malaysia, Southeast Asia
Discover the multicultural peninsula of Malaysia, where its Malay, Chinese and Indian influences leave you with profound impressions. For an overview of the country’s rich cultural and natural heritage let us tempt you with the following circuit”¦
Start in Malacca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as The Historic State. A tour of Malacca is an adventure through more than 600 years of history. Enjoy a 40 min boat ride on the Malacca River passing by old buildings along the river, a fishing village, the kampong sentosa living museum house & the water mill. En route to Kuala Lampur, stop for picture taking at one of the typical Malay Houses and the countryside. You’ll visit Thien Hou Chinese Temple, where elements of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism are present; its grandiose structure represents a successful combination of modern architectural techniques and authentic traditional design. At the temple shrine, enjoy a panoramic view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline.
The Cameron highlands await you next, 1542 meters above sea level. Stops along the way will be made at the Lata Iskandar Waterfall and a bamboo making cottage industry. Upon arrival at the Cameron Highlands, visit the tea plantation and vegetable markets. On the way to Ipoh, you’ll be impressed by Sam Poh Tong Cave temple in Gunung Rapat, a temple housing an impressive work of art with various statues of Buddha set among the natural stalactites and stalagmites. And finally, on the way to Kuala Kangsar - a most attractive royal town - you’ll stand in awe in front of Ubudiah Mosque and the Iskandariah Palace, a royal palace.
Remark
The ideal time to visit most of the region is between March and early October, when you will avoid the worst of the rains and there’s less humidity... consult us for more information!