Self-Drive Peninsular Malaysia Winter – Langkawi Island
10 Days / 9 Nights
Self drive tour
From €1,645 per person
Tour Overview
A self-drive journey through the Peninsular Malaysia, exploring primeval jungle, scenic highlands, the UNESCO-listed culture of Penang, and tropical relaxation in Langkawi. An independent and flexible experience, ideal for explorers who love driving, discovering, and experiencing authentic Malaysia amidst nature, adventure, and crystal-clear waters.
Tour Highlights:
🚘 Independent and flexible self-drive
🌳 Jungle Adventure in Taman Negara
🍃 Tea Plantations in the Cameron Highlands
🏛️ UNESCO World Heritage Culture in Penang
🏝️ Relax on the tropical beaches of Langkawi
Day-By-Day Itinerary
Day 01: Kuala Lumpur - Taman Negara (Dinner) Into the wild
Day 1
Day Description
Vehicle drop-off at your hotel lobby. Depart independently for Kuala Tahan (240 km / 4 hours).
Upon arrival in Kuala Tahan, board a boat and cross the river (2 minutes) to arrive at the Mutiara Taman Negara Resort.
(Official check-in is at 3:00 PM)
At 5:00 PM, with your guide, you will visit one of the many Orang Asli villages, the aboriginal people of the Malay Peninsula who still live largely in the jungles of the central part of the peninsula, with an economy based on gathering raw materials, bamboo, and hunting. Return to the resort for dinner.
At 8:45 PM, meet your guide in the lobby and depart for an easy but interesting night walk in the jungle.
Overnight at the Mutiara Taman Negara Resort
Day 02:-Taman Negara (Breakfast, Dinner) Into the wild
Day 2
Day Description
After breakfast, depart for an exciting walking excursion inside the park.
Jungle Trekking to Teresek Hill (3.5-4 hours)
Clothing: Long pants/shorts, short-sleeved cotton t-shirt, athletic shoes, insect repellent (no jeans, tight-fitting shirts, or body-hugging t-shirts). Soft adventure activities: Walk through the rainforest and enjoy the panoramic view of Gunung Tahan from Teresek Hill. In the afternoon, a boat trip on the Tahan River: Lata Berkoh and fish (2.5-3 hours) is planned. Clothing: Shorts, swimwear, athletic shoes, and a towel.
Enjoy a boat cruise along the Tahan River to the Lata Berkoh waterfalls. Enjoy swimming in the cool waters of Gunung
Tahan Spring and rejuvenate in a natural jacuzzi. Stop at the Ikan Kelah Fish Sanctuary for a freshwater fish feeding.
Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Mutiara Taman Negara Resort – Standard Chalet
Day 03: Taman Negara – Cameron Highland (Breakfast) Tea plantations and natural landscapes
Day 3
Day Description
Breakfast at the hotel and morning free for optional excursions, which can be booked directly on site.
Continue to Cameron Highland. (265 km / 5 hours)
Scheduled hotel: Studio room – Strawberry Park Resort Cameron Highland
Day 04: Cameron Highland – Penang (Breakfast) Tea plantations and natural landscapes
Day 4
Day Description
Breakfast at the hotel and morning free for optional excursions, which can be booked directly on-site.
Continue to Georgetown, Penang Island (250 km / 5 hours)
Recommended activities:
Mossy forest, Strawberry Farm, Local Market
Visit to the plantations and BOH center with a high tea terrace experience
Visit to the Bukit Merah Orang Utan Conservation Center
Planned hotel: One of a Kind (Studio) room – IYF GEORGETOWN PENANG 4*
Day 5: Penang - (Breakfast) The Pearl of the Orient
Day 5
Day Description
Breakfast at the hotel and morning free for optional excursions, which can be booked directly on-site.
Recommended activities (prices available upon request):
PENANG THE PEARL OF THE ORIENT - HERITAGE WALKING TOUR 4 hours
THE TEMPLES OF PENANG 3 hours
PENANG NATIONAL PARK 5 hours
PERANAKAN PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR Exclusive to Axys Travel Boutique DMC! 4 hours
PENANG 10-TASTE CULINARY WALK Exclusive to Axys Travel Boutique DMC! 3 hours
PENANG COOKING CLASS EXPERIENCE. Morning Class Exclusive to Axys Travel Boutique DMC! 3 hours
PENANG COOKING CLASS EXPERIENCE. Afternoon Class Exclusive to Axys Travel Boutique DMC! 2 hours
Scheduled hotel: One of a Kind (Studio) room – IYF GEORGETOWN PENANG 4*
Penang - Langkawi Island (Breakfast) Sea, sun, relaxation
Day 6
Day Description
Breakfast at the hotel and morning at leisure. Drop off at Penang Airport* for your flight to Langkawi. (Recommended flight: MH 5486 PENLGK 3:10 PM - 3:50 PM) Upon arrival in Langkawi, transfer to Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort. Check-in and overnight stay.
Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort is an elegant resort nestled in the tropical jungle overlooking a private beach.
It offers traditional Malay-style rooms and chalets, surrounded by lush vegetation, with a pool, panoramic restaurants, and water activities, ideal for a relaxing holiday between sea and nature.
Overnight stay: Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort Langkawi 4* - Rainforest Chalet
*VEHICLE DROP-OFF PROCEDURE AT PENANG AIRPORT
Once you reach the Penang Airport terminal, take the center lane and park your car in an outdoor parking lot.
When entering an uncovered parking lot, the customer is not required to pay the parking fee. The valet will scan the car's license plate number. Proceed to the Terminal Building and look for the Hertz counter; there will be a key drop box available at the counter. Kindly drop the key in the box. If there is a dispute about the return time, the staff will check with the parking management. In the event of additional charges, the staff will usually email the customer before proceeding with the charge, such as fuel, etc.
Langkawi Island (Breakfast) Sea, sun, relaxation
Day 7
Day Description
Breakfast. Free day in Langkawi to relax on the beach, pool, or enjoy optional marine activities. Overnight at the resort. Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort Langkawi 4* - Rainforest Chalet
Langkawi Island (Breakfast) Sea, sun, relaxation
Day 8
Day Description
Breakfast. A full day dedicated to the sea, sun, and wellness on the island of Langkawi. Optional excursions or pure relaxation are available. Overnight stay. Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort Langkawi 4* - Rainforest Chalet
Langkawi Island (Breakfast) Sea, sun, relaxation
Day 9
Day Description
Breakfast. Your last day in Langkawi is free to enjoy the beach, nature, and the comfort of the resort. Overnight: Berjaya Langkawi Beach Resort Langkawi 4* - Rainforest Chalet
Day 10: Langkawi Island - Kuala Lumpur (Breakfast) Departure
Day 10
Day Description
Breakfast. Morning at leisure. Standard check-out at 12:00 (late check-out upon request). Transfer to Langkawi Airport for your flight to Kuala Lumpur or international departure. (Not included)
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Day 12
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