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Reasons To
Visit Malaysia

  • Beaches

    Malaysia`s picture perfect white sand beaches and year round travel season means they are the envy of their Southeast Asian neighbours! From the private island of Pangkor Laut, long quiet beaches around Kuala Terengganu, popular white sand beaches on Langkawi and hidden gems on small islands off the East coast.

    Beaches

  • Colonial history

    UNESCO sites Malacca and George Town were once cities which rose from humble fishing villages to become major centres of the spice trade. Four centuries of European influence have left behind rich cultural icons including Dutch churches, remnants of ruined Portuguese and British fortresses and imposing town halls.

    Colonial history

  • Highland scenery

    Enjoy the peace and solitude around the Cameron Highlands, following jungle trails to streams, lakes and waterfalls, or take time to visit one of the nearby tea plantations.

    Highland scenery

  • Jungle scenery

    Explore Taman Negara National Park on foot, by boat and even 25 metres up in the jungle on a canopy walkway. Climb Teresik Hill, swim in the water holes around the rapids of Lata Berkoh or just walk amongst the flora of the oldest rainforest in the world.

    Jungle scenery

  • Local cuisine

    A foodies delight! Malaysia is a true melting pot of cultures and the Indian, Chinese and Malay influence is strongly evident in the food. Places like Penang, Malacca and Kuala Lumpur have hawkers stalls and local restaurants on every corner. Eating really is a national hobby here so get involved!

    Local cuisine

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Excursions in Malaysia: Penang City Tour

Among the highlights of the tour is Fort Cornwallis, built on the site of Francis Light's historic landing in 1786, it today houses the Dutch Canon presented to the Sultan of Johore by the Dutch East India Company.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion, George Town, Penang

Penang City Tour

Penang, Malaysia
  • Culture & History

In the morning, enjoy a comprehensive tour of George Town. Experience the sights and sounds of this quaint city and discover how a number of multi-cultured people can live harmoniously together.

Among the highlights of the tour is Fort Cornwallis, built on the site of Francis Light's historic landing in 1786, it today houses the Dutch Canon presented to the Sultan of Johore by the Dutch East India Company. You also visit Penang Museum, built in 1821, housing a fine collection of photos, maps and charts. 

There is an opportunity to visit the Khoo Kongsi clan house and the Baba Nyonya Pinang Peranakan Mansion which offers a glimpse into the customs and traditions of these locally accultural Chinese.

Both Little India and Chinatown, with their spice and sari shops, temples and countless restaurants and food stalls are vibrant places to spend a little time exploring and perhaps have a snack lunch.

The last stop of the tour is the reclining Buddha at Wat Chayamangkalaram. This 33 metre gold plated statue is the third longest of its kind in the world.

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