50 days in Malaysia Itinerary

A holiday in Kuala Lumpur, a modern metropolis and capital of Malaysia, reveals a place where colonial influences, Asian traditions, and modern aesthetics come together in urban architecture and street layout.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kuala Lumpur: Raja Haji Fisabilillah Mosque (in Cyberjaya), Putra Mosque (in Putrajaya) and Fo Guang Shan Dong Zen Temple (in Jenjarom). There's much more to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Batu Caves, explore the world behind art at Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, walk around KLCC Park, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Kuala Lumpur online trip itinerary planner.

Toronto, Canada to Kuala Lumpur is an approximately 22.5-hour flight. You'll lose 13 hours traveling from Toronto to Kuala Lumpur due to the time zone difference. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Toronto in February, with highs in Kuala Lumpur at 39°C and lows at 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Melaka.

Known as the "Historical City," Melaka boasts an eclectic blend of colonial, Peranakan Chinese, and traditional Malay architecture.

Change things up with a short trip to Gunung Datuk Recreational Forest in Rembau (about 58 minutes away). And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, see the interesting displays at Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca, take in panoramic vistas at Menara Taming Sari, Bandar Hilir, Malacca., and don't miss a visit to The Huskitory.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Melaka attractions planner.

You can drive from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. March in Melaka sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to George Town.

A kind of architectural playground, George Town is city offering an attractive mix of style, history, and culture.

Step out of George Town with an excursion to Escape Penang in Teluk Bahang--about 36 minutes away. There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kek Lok Si Temple, indulge in some personalized pampering at Panpuri Organic Spa Penang, appreciate the extensive heritage of Armenian Street, and take an in-depth tour of Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

To find ratings, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our George Town travel itinerary planner.

Getting from Melaka to George Town by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Melaka to George Town is minus 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in March, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) early enough to fly to Langkawi.

An archipelago of 104 islands, Langkawi is tailor-made for adventurous holidays, filled with exploration and relaxation.

Langkawi is known for nature, sightseeing, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the views from Langkawi Sky Bridge, Head underground at Tanjung Rhu Beach, take in the dramatic scenery at Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls, and walk around Kilim Karst Geoforest Park.

For reviews, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Langkawi road trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from George Town to Langkawi takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or do a combination of ferry and bus. The time zone changes from Western Indonesia Time to Malaysia Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In March in Langkawi, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 30°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to travel to Pulau Pangkor.

Tropical Pangkor provided the setting for the Treaty of 1874, which strengthened ened British control of Perak and its lucrative tin trade.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): kick back and relax at Coral Beach, then step off the mainland to explore Pulau Giam, then don't miss a visit to Foo Lin Kong Temple, and finally make a trip to Kilang Satay Ikan Hai Seng Hin. Here are some ideas for day two: head off the coast to Pangkor Island.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Pulau Pangkor day trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Langkawi to Pulau Pangkor. March in Pulau Pangkor sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Pulau Tioman.

Thick, verdant jungle blankets the hilly island of Pulau Tioman, dotted with steep cliffs and tumbling waterfalls, and filled with rare species such as bearcats, giant flying squirrels, slow lorises, and Tioman "walking" catfish.

Pulau Tioman is known for wildlife, outdoors, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: discover the deep blue sea with Tioman Dive Centre, step off the mainland to explore Renggis Island, enjoy the sand and surf at Panuba Beach, and head outdoors with Monkey Bay.

To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read our Pulau Tioman trip itinerary planner.

Explore your travel options from Pulau Pangkor to Pulau Tioman with the Route module. In March, daytime highs in Pulau Tioman are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. On the 26th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Johor Bahru.

A trip to Johor Bahru allows visitors to travel back to the colonial era and discover places of worship reminding visitors of the country's rich history and multicultural character.

Change things up with these side-trips from Johor Bahru: Kota Johor Lama Museum (in Kota Tinggi), Pasir Gudang (Khatulistiwa Spa & Kite Museum) and Gunung Pulai (Mount Pulai) (in Kulai). There's still lots to do: make a splash at Legoland Malaysia, make a trip to Johor Bahru Sentral Railway Station, ponder the world of politics at Bangunan Dato' Jaafar Muhammad, and get engrossed in the history at Chinese Heritage Museum.

For maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Johor Bahru route builder.

Getting from Pulau Tioman to Johor Bahru by combination of ferry and bus takes about 6 hours. In March in Johor Bahru, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Kuching.

A state capital, Kuching offers access to the surrounding landscape on a range of ecotours through national parks and reserves.

Spend the 31st (Fri) exploring nature at Bako National Park. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Sarawak Cultural Village, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, get engrossed in the history at The Brooke Gallery, and snap pictures at Golden Anniversary Bridge.

To see other places to visit, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Kuching sightseeing planner.

Getting from Johor Bahru to Kuching by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and bus. In March, daily temperatures in Kuching can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Gunung Mulu National Park.

Dominated by a soaring sandstone pinnacle, Gunung Mulu National Park remains a thrilling nature destination on the island of Borneo.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Tue): explore the fascinating underground world of Clearwater / Wind Show Caves and then Head underground at Deer Cave. Here are some ideas for day two: snap pictures at Mulu Skywalk.

For maps, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Gunung Mulu National Park trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Kuching to Gunung Mulu National Park takes 4 hours. In April, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Kundasang.

Offering access to a lush national park, tea plantations, and dairy farms, Kundasang serves as a popular leisure destination.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): experience rural life at Desa Dairy Farm and then admire the sheer force of Langanan Waterfall. On the next day, get to know the resident critters at Arnab Village, then take in the awesome beauty at Sosodikon Hill, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Kinabalu, and finally explore the wealth of natural beauty at Kinabalu Park.

To find other places to visit, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, read Kundasang trip planner.

You can fly from Gunung Mulu National Park to Kundasang in 3 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to drive to Kota Kinabalu.

A holiday in Kota Kinabalu, the state capital and main gateway town, offers access to urban areas boasting a diverse and rapidly evolving set of malls, bars, and quality restaurants serving locally caught seafood.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kota Kinabalu: Tagal Tinopikon Park (in Penampang), Sabah (in Semporna) and Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club (in Tuaran). Spend the 9th (Sun) exploring nature at Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. There's lots more to do: see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour, step off the mainland to explore Sapi Island, stroll around Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and head outdoors with Glass Bottom Boat Tours.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Kota Kinabalu trip tool.

Drive from Kundasang to Kota Kinabalu in 2 hours. April in Kota Kinabalu sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 28°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 13th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling home.