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Classic Malaysia & Borneo Overview

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    • 4.60 out of 5
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $3,960
      CAD $3,770
      AUD $3,640
      EUR €2,860
      GBP £2,320
      NZD $4,660
      ZAR R30,180
      CHF FR3,520
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Trip Validity

  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Uncover a delightful new corner of Malaysia on this tropical adventure

Come and discover an intoxicating blend of diverse cultures, cuisine, history and nature on this 19 day trip through beautiful Borneo and Malaysia. Enjoy mystical lands of headhunters, spot rare wildlife and delve into ancient traditions. Soak in hot springs, visit tribal villages, meet loveable orangutans and soak up incredible views. Throw into this mix some spectacular highlands, an island getaway and a bustling city or two - and you'll see why we love this corner of South-East Asia.

  • Meet the Rungus people in Kudat
  • Be inspired by views of Mt Kinabalu
  • Soothe muscles during a soak in the Poring Hot Springs
  • Meet the furry locals at Sepilok
  • Soak up the beauty of Kuala Lumpur's modern skyline
  • Take a trishaw tour around historic Melaka
  • Relax on the beaches of Langkawi

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Classic Malaysia & Borneo Summary

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Day 1 Singapore

Made up of 63 islands, Singapore is a thriving country with amazing food, wonderful shopping, lush parks, excellent nightlife and a fascinating blend of cultures.

Days 2-3 Melaka

An intriguing blend of Malay, Indian, Chinese and Portuguese cultures, Melaka has a wealth of interesting architecture, distinctive food and cultural heritage.

Days 4-5 Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur blends modern cityscapes with cultural diversity to equal an exciting city full of great food, distinctive suburbs and alluring sights.

Day 6 Island Hideaway

Located on a picturesque lake just outside of Kuala Kangsar, a stay in the traditional home of some long-time Intrepid friends offers a truly memorable cultural experience.

Days 7 Penang

Penang - Malaysia's prized island - has a beautiful coastline, wonderful cuisine and its colonial heritage is still present in amongst the modern skyscrapers that tower over Georgetown.

Days 8-9 Pulau Langkawi

The largest island in the Langkawi archipelago, Pulau Langkawi is an island paradise with white, sandy beaches, pristine jungle and traditional rural areas.

Day 10 Kota Kinabalu

An intriguing city between the Borneo jungle and the South China Sea, Kota Kinabalu has a charm that can only be found in a frontier town.

Day 11 Mt Kinabalu

Featuring beautiful nature trails and diverse flora and fauna, Kinabalu National Park encompasses the lowland tropical forest surrounding the imposing peak of Mt Kinabalu.

Day 12 Poring Hot Springs

Warm sulphur water is piped into several open-air Japanese-style baths at Poring Hot Springs, which are said to have curative properties for the skin.

Day 13 Sandakan

The busy city of Sandakan has a strong Cantonese influence which is evident in the lively harbourside market, the many Chinese temples and the local cuisine.

Day 14 Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary

Set in lush tropical rainforest, the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre was established to prepare domesticated or orphaned orangutans to return to the wild.

Day 15 Sukau

A small village near the mouth of the Kinabtangan River, Sukau is surrounded by protected forest reserves which contain some of Borneo's highest concentrations of wildlife.

Days 16-17 Manukan Island

One of the larger islands in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine National Park, Manukan Island is beautiful place to explore, snorkel with tropical fish or simply kick back and relax.

Days 18-19 Kota Kinabalu

Sabah's historic capital, Kota Kinabalu has interesting museums to explore and the surrounding beaches and islands are perfect for swimming or snorkelling.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Singapore, Singapore

  • Finish:

    Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners

  • Accommodation:

    Chalet (3 nts), Cottage (2 nts), Homestay (1 nt), Hotel (12 nts)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Plane, Public bus, Trishaw, Van

  • Included activities:

    Baba Nyonya cooking class, Boat trip to Tunku Abdul National Marine Park, Cable car, Complimentary airport arrival transfer, Island Hideaway - Village Walk, Kuala Lumpur - Half-day sightseeing tour, Kundasang - War Memorial, Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, Langkawi island tour, Melaka - Trishaw tour, Mt Kinabalu - Guided walk around lower trails, Penang - Fort Cornwallis, Poring Hot Springs, Poring Hot Springs - Canopy Walk, Sepilok - Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sukau - Gomantong Caves, Sukau - River cruise & wildlife spotting on Kinabatangan River, Tea Factory Tour, Tea Garden - Sunrise Morning Walk, Tea Sampling

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    773kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    1. The internal flight from Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu is NOT included. Please see important notes for details.
    2. A single supplement is available on this trip (excludes Borneo).
    3.An airport arrival transfer is included. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 15 days prior to travel

    **Due to recent developments in Borneo there has been a change to this itinerary - please see the safety page or important notes for more details - http://www.intrepidtravel.com/contact-us/safety

  • Total price from

    USD $3,960
    CAD $3,770
    AUD $3,640
    EUR €2,860
    GBP £2,320
    NZD $4,660
    ZAR R30,180
    CHF FR3,520
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  • * Refer to booking conditions

  • Per day from:

    USD $208
    CAD $198
    AUD $191
    EUR €150
    GBP £122
    NZD $245
    ZAR R1,588
    CHF FR185
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    • 19
    • TMKMC
    • 4.60 out of 5
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $3,960
      CAD $3,770
      AUD $3,640
      EUR €2,860
      GBP £2,320
      NZD $4,660
      ZAR R30,180
      CHF FR3,520
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