12 days in Malaysia Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Batu Caves, walk around KLCC Park, admire the landmark architecture of Petronas Twin Towers, then enjoy breathtaking views from Menara Kuala Lumpur, and finally get outside with Dialogue in the Dark, Malaysia. On the 28th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the world behind art at Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, then stroll around KL Bird Park, and then browse the different shops at Central Market Kuala Lumpur.

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London, UK to Kuala Lumpur is an approximately 16-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Kuala Lumpur is 8 hours. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from London in April, with highs in Kuala Lumpur at 39°C and lows at 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Cameron Highlands.

Cameron Highlands is known for parks, nature, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: experience rural life at Cameron Bharat Tea Estate, admire the natural beauty at Cameron Lavender, delve into the lush surroundings at Mossy Forest, and see the interesting displays at Time Tunnel Museum.

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Traveling by car from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can drive to George Town.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near George Town: Escape Penang (in Teluk Bahang) and Batu Ferringhi Beach (in Batu Ferringhi). There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Kek Lok Si Temple, steep yourself in history at Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion, take an in-depth tour of Pinang Peranakan Mansion, and see the interesting displays at Penang House of Music.

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You can drive from Cameron Highlands to George Town in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or do a combination of taxi, train, and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Malaysia Time (MYT) to Western Indonesia Time (WIB) is minus 1 hour. May in George Town sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 29°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.