22 days in Malaysia Itinerary

A holiday in Kuala Lumpur, a modern metropolis and capital of Malaysia, reveals a place where colonial influences, Asian traditions, and modern aesthetics come together in urban architecture and street layout.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia and National Museum. Get a sense of the local culture at Batu Caves and KLCC - Bukit Bintang Pedestrian Walkway. Take a break from Kuala Lumpur with a short trip to Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque in Shah Alam, about 32 minutes away. There's lots more to do: browse the different shops at Central Market Kuala Lumpur, take in panoramic vistas at Menara Kuala Lumpur, shop like a local with BB Park Bukit Bintang, and walk around KLCC Park.

To see ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Kuala Lumpur journey maker website.

Verona, Italy to Kuala Lumpur is an approximately 19-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Malaysia Time is 7 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Verona in July since evenings lows in Kuala Lumpur dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Melaka.

Known as the "Historical City," Melaka boasts an eclectic blend of colonial, Peranakan Chinese, and traditional Malay architecture.

Do your shopping at Hueman Studio and Tham Siew Inn Artist Gallery. You'll explore and learn at Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum and The Orangutan House. And it doesn't end there: browse the exhibits of Stadthuys, see the interesting displays at House of Museums Malacca, stop by Sixty 3 Heritage, and get engrossed in the history at Malacca Heritage Centre.

To find traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Melaka trip planner.

You can drive from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Melaka can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sat) to allow time for travel to Gunung Mulu National Park.

Dominated by a soaring sandstone pinnacle, Gunung Mulu National Park remains a thrilling nature destination on the island of Borneo.

On the 30th (Sun), explore the fascinating underground world of Deer Cave and then explore the fascinating underground world of Clearwater / Wind Show Caves.

For where to stay, photos, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Gunung Mulu National Park journey planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Melaka to Gunung Mulu National Park. In July in Gunung Mulu National Park, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Kuching.

A state capital, Kuching offers access to the surrounding landscape on a range of ecotours through national parks and reserves.

Visit Sarawak Cultural Village and Hiang Thian Siang Ti Temple for their historical value. Step out of the city life by going to Bako National Park and Semenggoh Nature Reserve. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Sarawak Museum, pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Johns Gallery, get a new perspective on nature at Kuching Mosque, and stop by Left And Right Artisan Handcraft.

For traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Kuching online trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Gunung Mulu National Park to Kuching takes 4 hours. In July in Kuching, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 27°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can catch the flight to George Town.

A kind of architectural playground, George Town is city offering an attractive mix of style, history, and culture.

Do your shopping at David ST Loh Gallery - Visit by appointment only and Miniature Wonders Art Gallery. Get a sense of the local culture at Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Khoo Kongsi. Venture out of the city with trips to Ipoh (Ho Yan Hor Museum, Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo, &more). And it doesn't end there: admire the striking features of Kek Lok Si Temple, see the interesting displays at The Camera Museum, steep yourself in history at Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion, and wander the streets of Chew Jetty.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, go to the George Town day trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from Kuching to George Town takes 3.5 hours. Traveling from Kuching to George Town, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In August, daytime highs in George Town are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Langkawi.

An archipelago of 104 islands, Langkawi is tailor-made for adventurous holidays, filled with exploration and relaxation.

You'll get in some beach time at Cenang Beach and Pasir Tengkorak Beach. Museum-lovers will get to explore Art In Paradise and Batik Village. There's still lots to do: zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, Head underground at Tanjung Rhu Beach, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and stop by Cherry Fashion.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Langkawi trip planning site.

Fly from George Town to Langkawi in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or do a combination of ferry and bus. The time zone difference moving from Western Indonesia Time (WIB) to Malaysia Time (MYT) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in August, and nighttime lows around 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.