- ✓ Discover untouched rainforest in Endau Rompin
- ✓ Enjoy delicious food from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Malacca
- ✓ Unwind on the sandy shores of Pulau Rawa
- ✓ Experience the bright lights of Singapore
Do you want to travel at your own pace? Then ask us about the options for driving yourself. The roads are well-developed, signage is in English and they drive on the left-hand side of the road. The car rental company we work with in Malaysia is a reliable provider with good-quality vehicles and a wide network of rental locations. And our local partners are on hand 24/7 should you need assistance.
Day 1 - Arrive in Kuala Lumpur
On arrival in Kuala Lumpur, you’ll be collected at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. Kuala Lumpur is a city of contrasts, where modern skyscrapers sit side by side with Chinese markets and traditional Indian eateries. It’s easy to explore on your own, and experience the blend of cultures, flavours and architecture.
Day 2 - Guided walking tour
This morning, you’ll get your bearings in Kuala Lumpur with a small-group walking tour led by a local guide. As you explore some of the city’s lesser-known corners, you’ll learn how Kuala Lumpur has grown from a small settlement into the modern metropolis it is today. Along the way, stop at local street stalls to sample some typical Malaysian flavours and get a taste of everyday life in the city.
The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore at your own pace. No visit to Kuala Lumpur is complete without seeing the iconic 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers, the city’s most recognisable landmark. The monorail makes it easy to get around, connecting many of the main sights. For a change of scene, head around 45 minutes outside the city to the Batu Caves. Climb the 272 colourful steps to the limestone caves, where Hindu temples and striking statues await at the top.
Day 3 - Visit Batu Caves
After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from your hotel for the short 30-minute journey to the Batu Caves. Set into a dramatic limestone cliff, these caves are home to colourful Hindu temples and shrines, watched over by the towering golden statue of Lord Murugan.
With your guide, climb the 272 steps to the main cave, learning about the history of the site and Hinduism along the way. Once inside, you’ll have time to explore the shrines before heading back to your hotel in Kuala Lumpur.
Keep an eye out for the cheeky monkeys around the caves. They’re used to visitors and can be surprisingly curious, so it’s best to keep any food safely tucked away!
Day 4 - Travel to Malacca
Time to depart the bright lights of KL and travel south to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Malacca. It's a small, easy-going city with a real mosaic of influences. On arrival, you’ll head for your hotel, located in the heart of Georgetown. It’s a charming tangle of ornate arches, ancient temples and streets strewn with colourful paper lanterns. The rest of the day is entirely your own to explore. Visit the Portuguese fortress, stroll through the 17th-century Dutch townsquare, amble amongst the antiques on Jonker Walk and eat a mouth-watering array of Baba Nyonya street food.
Day 5 - Guided bike tour
Today, your guide will pick you up and take you about 30 minutes into the countryside, where your cycling adventure begins. After a quick bike fitting, you’ll set off through tropical fruit and herb plantations, stopping along the way to learn about the plants and the way they’re grown.
As you pedal through the surrounding villages, you’ll get a glimpse of rural Malaysian life, passing traditional homes and seeing a slower pace of life away from the city. After your ride, say goodbye to your new friend before heading back to Malacca.
You’ll arrive at your hotel just after lunchtime, leaving the rest of the afternoon free to relax or explore at your own pace.
Day 6 - Travel to Endau Rompin & jungle walk
Time for a remote rainforest adventure as you head to the little-known jungle of Endau Rompin National Park. Your base for the next two nights is a comfortable, brick-built lodge set amidst the forest. The spacious rooms are comfortable and air-conditioned. Having settled in, enjoy dinner in the restaurant, then head out on a guided jungle walk exploring the trails around the lodge and spotting the nocturnal wildlife. Fall asleep to the sounds of nature.
Day 7 - Jungle activities in Endau Rompin
After breakfast, board a boat for a scenic cruise of around three hours along the Sungai Kinchin River. Sit back and enjoy views of the rainforest lining the riverbanks while keeping an eye out for monkeys, birds and other wildlife. Along the way, a picnic lunch is served at a picturesque swimming spot in the heart of the jungle—so don’t forget your swimwear. There are even jungle vines you can swing from into the water.
In the afternoon, explore the area on foot during a guided jungle trek of around three hours to the Seri Mahkota Waterfall, one of the park’s most impressive waterfalls. Along the way, your guide will share insights into Endau Rompin’s rich biodiversity. You may hear gibbons calling—and with a bit of luck, spot them swinging through the treetops. At the waterfall, there’s time for a refreshing swim before returning to the lodge via a different route. In the evening, a generous dinner buffet awaits, with both Asian and Western options.
Days 8 - 10 - Unwind on the sandy shores of Pulau Rawa
This morning you will be picked up and taken to the small harbour town of Mersing, It’s a 30-minute boat ride from there to the island. Rawa Island is a hidden paradise with picture-postcard white sand beaches and crystal-clear sea. Peace and relaxation are the top priority here. There’s only one resort on the island and your boat docks at the resort’s jetty. The hotel is located directly on the beach and consists of comfortable chalets that have been designed to blend in with the natural landscape.
Spend your days swimming in the warm waters, snorkelling the coral reef that’s just metres from the shore, exploring the island’s green interior, or simply relaxing. All of your meals are included in the package.
Day 11 - Travel to Singapore
This morning it is time to say goodbye to the beaches of Rawa. Return to Mersing by boat and then travel south to Singapore, where you’ll be transferred to your central hotel.
Singapore is an unbelievably efficient maze of sleek skyscrapers, mega-malls and metro lines, it’s Asia’s most forward-thinking metropolis. Beyond the sparkling pavements and shiny high rises, there’s an eclectic mix of cultures. Explore Chinatown, fall in love with the chaos of Little India and try some seriously tasty traditional dishes.
Day 12 - Explore Singapore independently
We’ve left your time in Singapore free to explore at your own pace. For a taste of the city’s diverse culture, wander through the colourful streets of Little India, explore the temples around Arab Street or browse the markets of Chinatown. And when you’re ready to refuel, you’re spoilt for choice: try Singapore’s famous chicken rice or tuck into a steaming bowl of noodles while watching the world go by. For a classic Singapore experience, finish the day with a Singapore Sling at the iconic Raffles Hotel or head to the stylish Marina Bay Sands for a drink with a view.
Day 13 - Depart Singapore
Enjoy a final morning in Singapore for some last-minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping before your trip comes to an end. When it’s time to leave, your driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Singapore Airport for your flight home.
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