10 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.

Kuala Lumpur is known for sightseeing, parks, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Petronas Twin Towers, observe the fascinating underwater world at Aquaria, find something for the whole family at Sunway Lagoon, and buy something for everyone on your list at Pavilion KL.

To see where to stay, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Kuala Lumpur trip builder tool.

Helsinki, Finland to Kuala Lumpur is an approximately 16-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time (EET) to Malaysia Time (MYT) is 6 hours. Plan for warmer temperatures traveling from Helsinki in December, with highs in Kuala Lumpur at 37°C and lows at 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) so you can fly to George Town.

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

Step out of George Town to go to Teluk Bahang and see Escape Theme Park, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's lots more to do: get engrossed in the history at Pinang Peranakan Mansion, admire the striking features of Kek Lok Si Temple, contemplate the long history of Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion, and make a trip to Chew Jetty.

To see more things to do, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read our George Town journey planner.

Fly from Kuala Lumpur to George Town in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Kuala Lumpur to George Town, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In December in George Town, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) to allow time to fly to Langkawi.

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

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Wed): kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, then snap pictures at Langkawi Sky Bridge, then take in the dramatic scenery at Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls, and finally see the world from above with a helicopter tour. Here are some ideas for day two: zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, tour the pleasant surroundings at Cenang Beach, and then relax and rejuvenate at Salt Room.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Langkawi trip maker app.

You can fly from George Town to Langkawi in 3 hours. Other options are to ride a ferry; or do a combination of ferry and bus. The time zone changes from Western Indonesia Time to Malaysia Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in January, and nighttime lows around 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.