Kuala Lumpur & Penang by Train 2025–2026

Day 1: Arrive Kuala Lumpur (No Meals)
Fly to Kuala Lumpur (flight not included). On arrival, enjoy a private transfer (vehicle with driver) to your hotel.
Note: A mandatory Tourism Tax (currently MYR 10 per room per night) is payable directly to the hotel upon check-in.
Stay three nights in Kuala Lumpur.

Day 2: Kuala Lumpur & Batu Caves (B)
Make photo stops at the Gate of the King’s Palace, the National Mosque, the National Monument and Cenotaph, Independence Square, and the iconic Petronas Twin Towers. Visit the National Museum, home to artefacts spanning Malaysia’s rich history and culture. Explore local crafts at the handicraft centre and stop at a popular chocolate boutique to sample and purchase fine products.
In the afternoon, visit the Batu Caves, a limestone hill with caves and cave temples. Climb nearly 300 stairs to the main cave, learning about Hindu mythology along the way. Visit the Royal Selangor pewter factory for a guided tour of the foundry, then stop at a batik workshop to learn traditional fabric-making techniques.
Please note: When visiting sacred temples or places of worship, dress modestly (avoid shorts, miniskirts, and sleeveless tops).

Day 3: Hands-On Cooking Class (B,L)
Take a short private transfer (vehicle with driver) to the cooking studio for a small-group “Hands-On Cooking Class.” Learn to prepare Malaysian home-cooked dishes while gaining insight into the country’s culture and traditions. Enjoy a welcoming, social atmosphere as you cook alongside other visitors and locals. This experience includes a shared lunch of your culinary creations.
Note: The cooking studio operates from Tuesday to Sunday, excluding Malaysian public holidays.

Day 4: Kuala Lumpur – Butterworth – Penang (B)
Private transfer to Kuala Lumpur Sentral station to board your second-class/economy train to Butterworth (ETD 11:40 am / ETA 3:15 pm). Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel in Penang.
Note: A mandatory Tourism Tax (currently MYR 10 per room per night) and a Penang Tourism Tax (currently MYR 3 per room per night) are payable directly to the hotel upon check-in.
Stay three nights at Cititel Penang Hotel (Standard room) in George Town, Penang.

Day 5: Penang (B)
Explore George Town’s rich heritage. Visit Khoo Kongsi, established in 1835, with its intricate carvings and porcelain decorations. Discover Yap Kongsi and Ciji Temple, built in 1924, and Hock Teik Cheng Sin Temple, once the Hokkien secret society headquarters. See Cheah Kongsi, founded in 1820, and visit the Pinang Peranakan Mansion, housing over 1,000 antiques and collectibles from the Baba & Nyonya heritage.

Day 6: Penang (B)
Travel along the shores of Batu Ferringhi Beach on a morning tour around Penang Island. See the batik-making process, visit a fishing village, and stop at a local fruit stall. Explore a traditional Malaysian village, then visit the famous Snake Temple built in 1850. View the impressive Penang Bridge before ending with a visit to the EO jewellery-making workshop.
Note: Tour routing order may vary depending on traffic conditions and to avoid congestion.

Day 7: Depart Penang (B)
Leisure time until private transfer (vehicle with driver) to Penang Airport (flight not included).

Included Meals: (B) = breakfast, (L) = lunch

SKU: IJDB-SGJ-14-2024 / 2025 / 2026

Exclusions:

• All air arrangements to and from Malaysia
• All mandatory Tourism Tax/Local Tax across Malaysia (these taxes are only payable locally upon check-in)
• Visa fees
• Gratuities
• Travel insurance
• Early hotel check in or late hotel check out
• Beverages of all types
• Expenses of personal nature
• Any other tours, meals or services not specifically covered herein

Tour Prices

A surcharge may apply for travel during 15 Dec 2025 to 02 Jan 2026, during 16-20 Feb 2026 & during 18-24 Mar 2026

Please note: for Malaysia, a transfer surcharge will apply for all flights arriving between 21:00 pm & 07:00 am and for all flights departing between 23:00 pm & 11:00 am.