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Day 1 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Arrive in Kuala Lumpur, where you are met and transferred
to your luxurious hotel.
Day 2 - Kuala Lumpur
Start your exploration of the city from an incredible vantage
point: the skybridge of the soaring Petronas Twin Towers.
Next, discover another facet of Malaysia’s cultural mix
with a visit to the Islamic Arts Museum. Peruse the city’s
Central Market, where local artists and craftsman sell their
goods. After a dim sum lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy
the afternoon at leisure. This evening, gather for a welcome
dinner.
Day 3 - Malacca
Journey to historic Malacca, a city whose architecture reflects
a mix of Chinese, Dutch and Portuguese colonial influences.
Privately cruise the Malacca River to visit St. Paul’s Church,
the Sultanate Palace, Stadthuys (city hall) and Old Town. After lunch at a local restaurant, return to Kuala Lumpur.
Day 4 - Cameron Highlands
Today, venture outside Kuala Lumpur to the lush Malaysian
countryside. Begin with a visit to the Orang Asli Museum to
learn about this indigenous people who were the peninsula’s
original inhabitants. Then, continue on into the mountains
to the Cameron Highlands and your colonial bungalow-inspired
resort hotel, where you enjoy dinner.
Day 5 - Cameron Highlands
Enjoy a 4x4 ride through the verdant cloud forests, where
you have the option to go on a short hike. Continue to Boh
Tea Plantation, where you try your hand at picking tea leaves,
observe the artful work of processing tea and sip a freshly
brewed cup yourself. Then, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
This afternoon, relax at your hotel, savoring a traditional
high tea.
Day 6 - Ipoh & Penang
Descend from the highlands and visit a temple, hewn into a
cave at the foot of a limestone pinnacle. After stopping for
lunch, continue overland to the island of Penang, checking
in to your hotel on arrival. Later, enjoy a refreshing Scenic
Sundowner while taking in panoramic views of the city.
Day 7 - Penang
Begin your day with a lively rickshaw ride through
UNESCO-listed colonial Georgetown, a multicultural
enclave. Visit Pinang Peranakan Mansion, a museum devoted to preserving the culture of the Peranakans. Then, proceed
to the Cheong Fatt Sze Mansion (the Blue Mansion) to take
in its distinctive architectural features. After lunch, enjoy a
lesson from a master in the game of mahjong on an A&K-exclusive
experience.
Day 8 - Penang
Experience the natural splendors of Tropical Spice Garden,
a rainforest home to hundreds of species. Take a break from
exploring for a Malay cooking class, helping a local chef
concoct the dishes you enjoy for lunch on a Chef ’s Table
experience. Visit Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve, home to
soaring tropical trees and over 100 species of birds, taking a
funicular to the summit.
Day 9 - Singapore
Fly to Singapore, an island state at the tip of the Malay
Peninsula, where you check in to your legendary hotel. This
afternoon, see spectacular Gardens by the Bay, observing
the resident flora and fauna and experiencing the futuristic
Supertree Observatory.
Day 10 - Singapore
Start exploring Singapore with a walking tour of the Chijmes,
a historic building complex and former convent. Continue
to the city’s lush Botanical Gardens, including its renowned
National Orchid Garden. Discover Singapore’s Chinatown
and learn about the city’s legacy as a center for the spice
trade on a visit to Ang Siang Hill. Tonight, gather for a
farewell dinner.
Day 11 - Singapore
After breakfast, privately transfer to the airport for your
departing flight.