A Taste of Malaysia, Borneo & Bangkok
Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, and Borneo with Bako National Park, Semenggoh Orangutan Center & Batang Ai plus Bangkok with optional day to Ayutthaya; optional extension to Phuket.
| Style | Small Group Tour Tour escorts & guides for some segments | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 24 travelers max | |
| Themes | Active, Bucket List, Nature & Wildlife | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted tour involves a significant amount of walking or hiking, often on uneven terrain, requiring a high level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the trip. Note the infrastructure in some areas of Borneo is limited as roads may be bumpy with few rest stops. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
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If you've been dreaming of a vacation to Southeast Asia, then this is the tour package for you! Your journey begins in Malaysia where you’ll explore the fascinating aspects of Kuala Lumpur with its modern skyline and British Colonial landmarks. Then embark to the island of Borneo, where a mosaic of indigenous tribes, intriguing history, ancient rain forests, and diverse wildlife await. From Kuching, visit Bako National Park, one of the best places in Sarawak to see wildlife in its natural surroundings, set sail on a longboat ride down the Engkari River to a real Iban longhouse to share a meal with the locals, and more! Your discovery of this fascinating region continues in Thailand, where you'll enjoy a few days in the packed and pulsing capital city of Bangkok with included visits to the Royal Grand Palace and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Want to explore more? Take an optional day tour to Ayutthaya, home to ancient palaces, Buddhist temples, and towering monasteries. Top off your visit by taking advantage of your already-included airfare and joining our optional extension to Phuket Island for some sun and sand relaxation!
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round-trip airfare from Los Angeles including fuel surcharges and taxes and fees
- All intra-Asia flights and ground transportation
- 11 nights in deluxe and superior first class hotels
- 22 meals: 11 buffet breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners, including welcome and farewell dinners
- Comprehensive sightseeing tours
- Professional English speaking tour guides
Optional add-ons
- Post-tour extension to Phuket Island
Why you'll love it
- Set out on a panoramic city tour of Kuala Lumpur, a glittering cityscape blending modern skyscrapers and historic buildings.
- Journey through the jungle trails of Bako National Park, a unique botanical treasure comprised of seven complete ecosystems inhabited by long-nosed proboscis monkeys, Borneo bearded pigs, mousedeer, monitor lizards and more.
- Join an optional excursion to a local factory to witness the production of crafts, and then travel to the Batu Caves, home to the world's largest statue of Lord Murugan.
- Learn about the nurturing of orphaned or injured orangutans at Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Center, an 1800-acre forest that provides sanctuary to some of Malaysia's most protected wildlife.
- Sail by longboat to an authentic Iban longhouse and participate in a traditional dance, followed by a blowpipe demonstration.
- Marvel at the incredible reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, Bangkok's oldest temple, and visit Bangkok's top "must-see" attraction, the Grand Palace.
- Savor traditional Thai snacks and fresh fruit at the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA
- 2 En route
- 3 Kuala Lumpur
- 4 Kuala Lumpur
- Optional Excursion: Craft Factories & Batu Caves (purchased locally) , $98
- 5 Kuala Lumpur & Kuching
- 6 Kuching & Bako
- 7 Kuching, Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Center & Batang Ai
- 8 Batang Ai Longhouse Excursion
- 9 Batang Ai & Kuching
- 10 Borneo/Thailand
- 11 Bangkok
- Optional Excursion: Chinatown Walk (purchased locally) , $35
- 12 Bangkok & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- Optional Excursion: The Silk Route of Jim Thompson (purchased locally) , $42
- 13 Bangkok
- Optional Excursion: Ancient City of Ayutthaya (purchased locally) , $110
- 14 Depart Bangkok/Arrive USA
Phuket Island Extension
- 14 Bangkok & Phuket
- 15 Phuket
- Optional Excursion: Day Cruise by June Bahtra (purchased locally)
- 16 Phuket
- Optional Excursion: Day Tour of Phi Phi Island by Speedboat (purchased locally)
- 17 Depart Phuket/Arrive USA
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Your fascinating journey begins tonight as you check-in for your flight bound for Malaysia
Day 2 En route
- Cross the International Date Line and lose one day en route. (You'll recover a day on your return trip.)
Day 3 Kuala Lumpur
- Arrive in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's capital. After customs formalities, you'll be escorted to your 5-star hotel to check in and rest from your flight
- Spend the rest of the day exploring the city on your own, or enjoy the wonderful facilities of your hotel
- This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant followed by a cultural performance
PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur or similarDinner
Day 4 Kuala Lumpur
- Panoramic city tour of Kuala Lumpur
- Remainder of the day at leisure
PARKROYAL Kuala Lumpur or similarBreakfast
Day 5 Kuala Lumpur & Kuching
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Kuching, on Borneo island
- Explore Kuching on a guided walking tour
Hilton Kuching or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 6 Kuching & Bako
- Sightseeing of Bako National Park
- Upon return to Kuching, remainder of the day at leisure
- Join your fellow travelers for dinner
Hilton Kuching or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 7 Kuching, Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Center & Batang Ai
- Visit the Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Center
- Local lunch in the small town of Lachau
- Travel by boat across the Batang Ai Reservoir to your hotel
Aiman Batang Ai Resort & Retreat or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 8 Batang Ai Longhouse Excursion
- Sail by longboat across the lake and down the Engkari River to an authentic Iban longhouse, an entire village under one roof
- Enjoy lunch by the riverbank or in the longhouse
Aiman Batang Ai Resort & Retreat or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 9 Batang Ai & Kuching
- Depart in the morning for Kuching
- This evening, take a sunset cruise on the Sarawak River
Hilton Kuching or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 10 Borneo/Thailand
- Transfer to the Kuching Airport for your flight to Thailand
- Remainder of the day at leisure
COMO Metropolitan Bangkok or similarBreakfast
Day 11 Bangkok
- Enjoy a morning tour of Bangkok, including Wat Pho
- Tour the Royal Grand Palace
- Afternoon at leisure to explore on your own
COMO Metropolitan Bangkok or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 12 Bangkok & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- Travel outside of Bangkok's city center to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- Afternoon at leisure to explore on your own, or join an optional excursion to the Jim Thompson House
COMO Metropolitan Bangkok or similarBreakfast
Day 13 Bangkok
- Your last full day in Thailand is at leisure for independent sightseeing, shopping, or optional tour
- Venture out of the city on an optional tour to Ayutthaya
- Enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers.
COMO Metropolitan Bangkok or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 14 Depart Bangkok/Arrive USA
- Bid farewell to Thailand today as you transfer to the airport to board your return flight to the USA via Taipei
- Or, take advantage of your already-included international airfare and join our optional extension to Phuket Island, Thailand's most famous resort island!
Breakfast
Phuket Island Extension
Why not take advantage of your already-included international airfare and enjoy a luxurious and relaxing stay on Phuket Island, Thailand's most famous resort?
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Day 14 Bangkok & Phuket
- Today you'll fly to Phuket, where the balance of the day is at leisure.
Amari Phuket or similarBreakfast
Day 17 Depart Phuket/Arrive USA
- Today, transfer to the airport for the short flight to Bangkok. Continue to the USA via Taipei
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 12 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Malaysia?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about Thailand?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about Borneo?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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