Grand tour of Malaysia
Malaysia
Malaysia holidays 2020 & 2021
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Once central to the spice trade route, Malaysia absorbed influences from Chinese, Indian and Muslim merchants to create a rich culture and culinary heritage. Our specialists have sampled the delicacies of Penang’s night market, hiked through national parks and sought out traditional ways of life along the east coast. Using this detailed knowledge of the country, we can create a tailor-made Malaysia holiday to suit your interests.
The UNESCO-protected cities of George Town and Malacca are strewn with Javanese mosques, Chinese prayer halls and Edwardian Baroque architecture. The capital, Kuala Lumpur, is where the old world meets a vibrant, modern society and glittering skyscrapers share space with seasoned markets. Despite Malaysia’s development, great swathes of primary rainforest remain intact, as well as pristine beaches and unsullied coral reefs. Along the coast you find traditional kampung villages, lively resorts and islands offering secluded beachside retreats.
The UNESCO-protected cities of George Town and Malacca are strewn with Javanese mosques, Chinese prayer halls and Edwardian Baroque architecture. The capital, Kuala Lumpur, is where the old world meets a vibrant, modern society and glittering skyscrapers share space with seasoned markets. Despite Malaysia’s development, great swathes of primary rainforest remain intact, as well as pristine beaches and unsullied coral reefs. Along the coast you find traditional kampung villages, lively resorts and islands offering secluded beachside retreats.
Creating tailor-made tours
for over 20 years
Suggested tours for Malaysia
These tours give you a starting point for what your trip to Malaysia could entail. They cover routes we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favourite places to stay. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.
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![Cameron highlands tea plantation]()
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![Chinatown market, Kuala Lumpur]()
Culinary tour of Malaysia
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![Tea plantation, Cameron Highlands, Malaysia]()
Classic Malaysia tour
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![Emerald Bay, Pangkor Laut Resort, Pangkor Laut]()
Whistle-stop Malaysia
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![Christ Church, Malacca, Malaysia]()
Colonial Malaysia with Singapore
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![Street food in Malaysia]()
Beaches & bites
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![Tioman Island, Malaysia]()
Jungles & beaches of Malaysia and Borneo
Borneo and Malaysia
Why travel with Audley?
- 100% tailor-made tours
- Fully protected travel
- Established for over 20 years
- 99% of our clients would recommend us
Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Malaysia, including information about climate, events and festivals.
Travel advice
Practical tips for travelling to Malaysia, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest government travel advice.
Request a brochure
Our detailed brochures feature trip ideas and travel experiences recommended by our specialists.
Malaysia in pictures
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![Endau Rompin National Park, Malaysia]()
Take in the jungle scenery of the national parks -
![Dutch architecture in Malacca, Malaysia]()
Visit fascinating UNESCO sites -
![Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia]()
Explore the sights & sounds of Kuala Lumpur -
![Kuala Dungun, Malaysia]()
Relax on the deserted beaches of the east coast -
![Tioman Island, Malaysia]()
Try diving on Tioman Island -
![Batu Ferringi, Malaysia]()
Learn about the colonial history of Penang -
![Spectacular sunset, Pantai Cenang, Langkawi]()
Marvel at the wildlife in Langkawi -
![Perhentian Islands, Malaysia]()
Snorkel on the Perhentian Islands
Our expert guides to travelling in Malaysia
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Malaysia. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Malaysia at its best.
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Introducing Malaysia
Our video guide to Malaysia introduces you to a country of old-world tradition and glittering Kuala Lumpur.
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![Cameron Highlands, Malaysia]()
A fusion of cultures: our highlights of Malaysia guide
A street-food tour in George Town, or a cooking lesson in Malacca? Specialist Shannon highlights her key experiences in Malaysia, from major sights like the capital Kuala Lumpur to remote private-island beaches.
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![Tea plantation, Cameron Highlands, Malaysia]()
Self-drive holidays in Malaysia
A self-drive holiday to Malaysia with Audley can be an extremely rewarding experience because of the freedom it affords you. With good roads and driving on the left, our specialists can recommend the best routes to take and where to stay along the way.
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![Boat journey in to Taman Negara National Park, Malaysia]()
Malaysia family holidays: exploring Peninsular Malaysia
Malaysia specialist Katie explains why she feels Peninsular Malaysia is an ideal destination for a family holiday, recounting her own journeys there. She pinpoints some of the best experiences for children, from jungle quests to inner-city adventures.
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![Kuala Lumpur cityscape]()
Luxury holidays in Malaysia
If you're planning a luxury holiday to Malaysia we have a wide range of accommodation available, as recommended by our specialists, from luxury beach resorts to top class hotels.
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![Tioman Island, Malaysia]()
Honeymoons in Malaysia
Plan your perfect honeymoon to Malaysia with Audley. Discover some of the beautiful properties available and how we can make your honeymoon in Malaysia extra special.
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![Proboscis monkeys, Sandakan, Borneo]()
What to see in Borneo: our highlights guide
This guide features recommendations for things to do in Borneo. It focuses on the states of Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo, which offer a lot of variety in a smaller radius than Indonesian Borneo.
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![Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia]()
Asia's best city & beach combinations
Twin a beach stay with time in a city and you’ve got a trip of real contrasts. Asia’s mix of high-rise metropolises and swathes of beach lends itself to some particularly intriguing combinations. Our Hidden Beaches specialists have chosen their top coastal locations to pair with Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong.
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Southeast Asian cuisine
Trade routes, historic connections, colonialism and common sources of ingredients have left many strong links between the dishes found throughout Southeast Asia. We investigate the very distinct national variations that have evolved in this region.
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Discover more about Malaysia on our blog
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Coffee around the world
Sep 2018
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Our latest finds
May 2018
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![Fregate Island, Seychelles]()
Hidden Beaches: trends for 2018
Jan 2018
