7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Malaysia in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC)
    20 minutes (8.4 km) from Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    Visit the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, explore the lush KLCC Park and shop at the Suria KLCC Mall, home to numerous high-end brands.

  2. Day 2: Batu Caves
    30 minutes (14.5 km) from KLCC

    Marvel at the 140-feet-tall statue of Lord Murugan, climb up the 272 steps to reach the limestone caves and witness the stunning skyline of Kuala Lumpur from the top.

  3. Day 3: George Town, Penang
    4 hours (355 km) from Batu Caves

    Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, known for its eclectic architecture, street art and delicious street food. Don't miss the Penang Hill Funicular Railway ride for breathtaking views.

  4. Day 4: Langkawi Island
    3 hours (175 km) from George Town via ferry

    Relax on the pristine beaches of Langkawi Island, indulge in water sports activities like jet skiing and parasailing, and visit the famous Langkawi Sky Bridge for panoramic views.

  5. Day 5: Sandakan, Sabah
    3 hours (318 km) from Langkawi Island via flight

    Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to get up close with the endangered primates, explore the pristine rainforests of the Kinabatangan River and witness the spectacular fireflies show at night.

  6. Day 6: Kota Kinabalu
    30 minutes (9.5 km) from Sandakan

    Visit the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park for snorkelling and diving, stroll along the waterfront esplanade of Tanjung Aru Beach and shop at the bustling Filipino Market.

  7. Day 7: Kuala Lumpur
    2.5 hours (161 km) from Kota Kinabalu via flight

    End your trip with a visit to the vibrant and bustling capital city of Kuala Lumpur. Shop at the Central Market, visit the iconic Merdeka Square and try out the local delicacies at Jalan Alor.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Petronas Twin Towers (2 hours, free)
  • KLCC Park (1 hour, free)
  • Suria KLCC Mall (3 hours, variable)
  • Batu Caves (2 hours, free)
  • Penang Hill Funicular Railway (2 hours, MYR 30)
  • George Town Street Art (3 hours, free)
  • Langkawi Sky Bridge (2 hours, MYR 10)
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre (3 hours, MYR 30)
  • Kinabatangan River (5 hours, MYR 200)
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park (4 hours, MYR 50)
  • Tanjung Aru Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Central Market (2 hours, variable)
  • Merdeka Square (1 hour, free)
  • Jalan Alor (2 hours, variable)
  • Total Estimated Costs: MYR 320
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