30 minutes (18.3 km) from Penang International Airport
Enjoy the turquoise waters, fine sand, and palm trees at this popular beach destination.
Day 2: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
15 minutes (8.9 km) from Batu Ferringhi Beach
Explore the three different habitat types and over 15,000 free-flying butterflies and insects.
Day 3: Escape Theme Park
25 minutes (14.4 km) from Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
Enjoy thrilling rides, water attractions and unique games such as flying fox and aerobat.
Day 4: Taman Negara National Park
4 hours (292 km) from Escape Theme Park
Unwind in the lush Malaysian jungle and spot an array of tropical flora, fauna and wildlife on a guided tour.
Day 5: Petronas Twin Towers
3 hours and 40 minutes (266 km) from Taman Negara National Park
Visit the iconic towers in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and catch the sunset from 86th floor skybridge.
Day 6: Bukit Bintang Shopping
10 minutes (4.2 km) from Petronas Twin Towers
Shop for luxury designer brands and local street fashion at this bustling shopping district with a variety of malls and boutiques.
Day 7: Thean Hou Temple
20 minutes (10.5 km) from Bukit Bintang Shopping
Visit Malaysia's most well-known temple with its distinctive red, gold and green architecture and panoramic views of the city.
Time and Costs Estimates
Batu Ferringhi Beach (Full day, Free)
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm (2 hours, RM49)
Escape Theme Park (Full day, RM84)
Taman Negara National Park (2 days, RM240)
Petronas Twin Towers (2 hours, RM58)
Bukit Bintang Shopping (Half day, Free)
Thean Hou Temple (1 hour, Free)
Total Estimated Costs: RM431 ($105 USD)
Useful tips
If you have more time, consider a day trip to Langkawi Island for beautiful beaches and scenic views. Alternatively, subtract a day or two from Penang or Kuala Lumpur if you prefer a shorter trip. Additionally, make sure to research opening hours ahead of time and plan for transportation between each location.