BOOK THIS TRIP places available!Malay Family Adventure
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
10 days (Singapore to Kuala Lumpur)
Highlights:
Hit the giant slide at a waterpark, Relax on the beaches of Pangkor Island, Savour the flavours of traditional Malay food, Enjoy a trishaw tour of historic Melaka
Trip Code:
MFB
Group Size:
Minimum 2, Maximum 14
Price:
USD $1085
*(plus local payment USD $100)
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
With a smashing lineup of fun-filled activities and fantastic sights, the whole family will enjoy this journey through Singapore and Malaysia. There's a visit to a KL waterpark, snorkelling in Pangkor and an overnight stay with local Malay hosts. Wildlife-spotting, traditional food, trishaw rides and lots of time to chill out complete this ten-day holiday.
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meals included: 9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
transport: Local bus, mini van, ferry
accommodation: Guesthouses/hotels (9 nts)
budget: Allow USD $100 for meals not included.
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important notes: Please note this trip does not include an arrival transfer.
Day 1 Singapore
If you arrive earl, Jurong Bird Park, home to more than 600 species of our feathered friends is well worth a visit. A modern city for the most part, the streets of Little India and Chinatown are great places to explore and get a sense of the Singapore of old.
Day 2 Melaka
Travel in traditional style on our trishaw tour and discover the colonial charms of the city. Later, visit the Baba-Nonya Museum to learn more about Peranakan culture and its strong Chinese heritage or join the locals on Keblang Beach for a bout of kite-flying. Melaka has an amazing cultural history with traders from India, China, Portugal, the Netherlands and Britain all calling the port home through the ages.
Days 3-4 Kuala Lumpur
Savour the aromas and delicious local snacks at Chinatown's night markets and head to the top of one of the world's tallest buildings for spectacular city views. We also enjoy a day of thrills and spills at the city water park.
Days 5-6 Kuala Kangsar
A boat ride delivers us to a real cultural experience. Staying in a traditional Malay home as guests of our local friends we learn some of the secrets of local cooking as well as eating in the traditional manner - dressing in sarongs, sitting on the floor and eating with our hands! Take a short trek across streams to a cascading waterfall before an afternoon relaxing.
Days 7-8 Pulau Pangkor
Head to idyllic Pangkor island, still inhabited by fisher-folk. We take a day trip around the island exploring its tropical forests and beautiful beaches. There's plenty of time to stop and have a swim, a snorkel or simply soak up the scenery.
Days 9-10 Kuala Lumpur
Back in KL there's time to head to the city's Central Market. Perhaps a treasure hunt is in order through stalls crammed with shadow puppets, batik paintings and moon kites. The markets are a great place to try out a few words of Malay and bargain for some colourful mementos to take back home.
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