Asia
Singapore & Malaysia 15 Days
Singapore – Penang – Cameron Highlands – Kuala Lumpur
13 – 27 October 2026
Tue 13 Oct
Meet at 13:30 with the tour leader at the Malta International Airport. Check-in for our flight EK110 departing at 14:45 to Singapore via Dubai. Dinner on board.
Wed 14 Oct
Arrive in Dubai at 01:00 (Local time) At 03:15 fly to Singapore by EK354 and arrive at Singapore airport at 14:40. We then transfer by private coach to Hotel Elizabeth (4 Star), which is located just around the corner from Orchard Road, considered to be the shopping paradise of Singapore. After the assignment of rooms and some free time to relax, we join the tour leader for a familiarization walk around the area of our hotel and visit Orchard Road.
Thu 15 Oct
After a buffet breakfast, we start our day with the city tour of Singapore, considered to be one of the cleanest cities in the world. We will pass the City Hall, Supreme Court and take a walk around Merlion Park and see the iconic 70-ton Merlion statue. We will then continue through China Town and Little India with a stop at the Sri Mariomman Temple. In the afternoon, we go to Sentosa Island which is visited by around twenty million people a year. Here we will visit SkyHelix, Singapore's highest open-air panoramic ride, S.E.A Aquarium and end the day by visiting the Wings of Time water, fireworks and laser show. All admission fees are included.
Fri 16 Oct
Today we start our day by visiting the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. We start by visiting Bird Paradise and experience the beauty of hundreds of bird species by visiting the walk-through aviaries. After the bird park, we will visit Singapore Zoo which covers an area of 28 hectares (69 acres). Within the zoo, there are about 315 species of animals, of which some 16 per cent are threatened species. The zoo attracts over 2 million visitors every year. In the evening, you can join the tour leader for a night out in Clarke Quay by the Singapore River (Transport extra).
Sat 17 Oct
Breakfast and free time for individual sightseeing and shopping. Should you wish, you could join the Tour leader to visit the famous ‘Orchard Gardens’, alternatively you can visit the Universal Studios & Aqua Park on Sentosa Island. In the afternoon, you can also join the tour leader to visit Gardens by the Bay which is a nature park spanning 101 hectares. Here, we will visit the Super trees which stand at 25 and 50 metres. We will also visit Cloud Forest which is a man-made mountain inside a climate-controlled dome that replicates the cool, moist conditions on top of tropical mountains between 1,000 and 3,000m above sea level. (Transport and entrance fees are extra)
Sun 18 Oct
Early morning we leave Singapore and fly to Penang in Malaysia. On our way to the hotel, we visit the fascinating Kek Lok Si Temple which is the temple of supreme bliss and one of the biggest temples in Southeast Asia. This acclaimed tourist landmark has charmed millions of people with its pagodas, pavilions, fishponds, countless Buddha statues and the towering bronze statue of the Goddess of Mercy (Kuan Yin). Then, we take you to the 830m high Penang Hill, also known as Bukit Bendera. Using a funicular to reach the peak, the summit offers a magnificent panoramic view of Georgetown, the mainland of Malaysia and the Penang Bridge. We then check in at the Hotel Bayview -4 Star. In the evening you can join the tour leader for a familiarization walk around the area near the hotel.
Mon 19 Oct
After a buffet breakfast, we will proceed for Historical Georgetown tour: Georgetown, named after King George III of England, is known for its well-preserved colonial buildings. Hear stories of the city’s past and present as you drive past its famous landmarks including Fort Cornwallis, Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower, Clan Jetty, and Street of Harmony where mosque, kovil, temple and church sit along the same short stretch of road. Visit the Peranakan Mansion, the Peranakans, also known as the Babas and Nyonyas, was a prominent community of acculturated Chinese unique to this part of the world, especially in the Straits Settlements. Adopting selected ways of the local Malays and later, the colonial British, the Peranakans had created a unique lifestyle and customs which had not only left behind a rich legacy of antique but its cultural influences like cuisine and language are still evident in Penang today. We will later visit the Wat Chayamangkalaram Thai Temple and the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. Here we will marvel at the striking architectural styles of these two temples. Afternoon at leisure
Tue 20 Oct
Today we will experience the beauty of the “Pearl of the Orient” on this Penang Island Discovery Tour, and venture to the sandy shores and picturesque countryside as we make our way through some of the island’s most incredible sites. We will visit a traditional batik factory, visit the famous Snake Temple, and visit Khoo Kongsi, which is a large Chinese clan house with elaborate and highly ornamented architecture. We will also see several Malay Kampung, which are typical Malaysian villages. We will also discover the local fruits and the spices of Penang. This tour hits all the highlights and assures that you’ll leave Penang having seen the best of the best. In the evening, you can join the tour leader to visit the Night Market (Transport extra)
Wed 21 Oct After Breakfast we leave Penang and head for Cameron Highlands on mainland Malaysia. On our way, we will visit the Kuala Sepetang fishing village and discover the wooden houses built on stilts which line both sides of the riverbanks. Here, we will see the waterway bustling with trawlers transporting fish, cockles, and mangrove logs. We also visit a very interesting charcoal factory and the Mangrove plantation. After we continued to our hotel in Cameron Highland. Once we arrive at Cameron Highlands, we will visit the Butterfly Farm and later check in at the Strawberry Park Resort – 4 Star
Thu 22 Oct
We check-out from our hotel and using several Land Rovers, we start the tour of Cameron Highlands, located at 5,000 feet above sea level. Here we will cruise along the picturesque rolling landscapes and visit the impressive tea plantations. While enjoying a breath-taking view of the tea plantations we will stop for a break at a tea garden. Later we will start to make our way to Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia but on our way, we will also visit the popular Lata Iskandar Waterfall. Once we arrive in Kuala Lumpur, we will go around by bus and visit the area in front of the King’s Palace and Independence Square. We will later check in at the Grand Mercure Hotel - 4 Star. After a short rest, you can join the tour leader on a familiarization walk.
Fri 23 Oct
After breakfast, we have a full day tour around the capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. Despite the growing skyline of a modern metropolis, Kuala Lumpur has always been charming and full of character. On this tour, we will take you to see the contrast between the old Indo-Moorish architecture and the ultra-modern edifices. With the local guide, we will drive along Little India (Brickfields) and admire the colourful community of local shops and quaint restaurants. We will visit the National Monument, Asian Sculpture Garden, National Museum, National Mosque, and the Railway Station and then we will stop for the group photo next to the Petronas Twin Towers, which are still the tallest twin-towers in the world. We will conclude our tour by visiting Batu Caves & Temple, which is one of Malaysia’s most sacred destinations for Hindus. On arrival, we will see the world's tallest statue of Murugan, a Hindu deity. Here, we will watch monkeys roaming freely and climb the steps to the top of this famed destination. In the evening, we are offering you and multinational Cultural Show (extra and subject to availability). For about one hour, the dancers will present a selection of Asia’s rich cultural heritage, with contemporary and cultural performances, which includes Minangkabau, Chinese, Indian, Portuguese dances. The dance medley depicts the different races, creeds, traditions, cultures, and religions that although diverse, demonstrate the respect that prevails amongst all communities in Malaysia.
Sat 24 Oct
Breakfast and we will visit the historical city of Malacca, the capital of the Malaysian state of Malacca. We begin this guided, full-day sightseeing tour with a visit to The Stadt Huys, a historical landmark structure located in the heart of Malacca City in the Red Square. Then take in a panoramic view of Malacca City and the surrounding region from the top of St. Paul’s Hill, which features ruins of the historic St. Paul’s Church, the oldest church building in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Then we follow the guide to Jonker Street, the centre street of Chinatown. Once renowned for its antique shops, Jonker Street now features clothing and craft outlets as well as restaurants. Finally, we visit the A Famosa fortress, which is among the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Southeast Asia, and stop at Cheng Hoon Teng, a Chinese temple practicing the Three Doctrinal Systems of Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism. The beauty of the town has now been recognised, and it was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008. The tour ends with a return trip to Kuala Lumpur. In the evening, you can join the tour leader to visit the Kuala Lumpur Night Market.
Sun 25 Oct
Today, we will leave the busy city and visit the Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary. This conservation center is run by the nation’s Wildlife Society and is tucked away amid tropical forests less than two hours from the capital. In the Elephant Sanctuary you will also bathe a baby elephant (there will be no bathing when water levels are high.) On our way back to the capital, we will be making a stop at the Deer Land Park Sanctuary. After a memorable day getting up close to nature, we will drive you back to Kuala Lumpur with memories (and pictures) to last a lifetime.
Mon 26 Oct
This is a day dedicated for shopping and individual sightseeing. At 20:00 we check out from our rooms and at 21:00 we will transfer to Kuala Lampert Airport
Tue 27 Oct
02:15 we fly by EK343 and arrive in Dubai at 05:05. Fly back to Malta at 07:55 by EK 109 and arrive in Malta at 14:00
