16 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sun): kick back and relax at Pantai Remis and then browse the exhibits of Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque. On the next day, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Thai Chetawan Temple (Wat Chetawan), get outside with Dialogue in the Dark, Malaysia, then see the interesting displays at MinNature Malaysia, then soak in style at Turkish baths, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Guan Di Temple Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.

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London, UK to Kuala Lumpur is an approximately 16-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 8 hours traveling from London to Kuala Lumpur. In December, Kuala Lumpur is much warmer than London - with highs of 37°C and lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Cameron Highlands.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Tue): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Gunung Irau (Mount Irau), then indulge in some personalized pampering at Spa Village, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. On the 27th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: trek along Cameron Highlands Trail No. 3, view the masterpieces at Mah Meri Art Gallery, and then take a peaceful walk through Taman Eko-Rimba Lata Kinjang.

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Drive from Kuala Lumpur to Cameron Highlands in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to drive to George Town.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Thu): learn more about the world around you at Tech Dome Penang, then examine the collection at Asia Comic Cultural Museum, then take in the exciting artwork at David ST Loh Gallery - Visit by appointment only, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Hock Teik Cheng Sin Temple. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Cheah Kongsi, admire the masterpieces at Batik Painting Museum Penang, then steep yourself in history at Han Jiang Ancestral Temple, and finally head off the coast to Tower Spa.

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Getting from Cameron Highlands to George Town by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and ferry; or do a combination of taxi, train, and ferry. The time zone changes from Malaysia Time to Western Indonesia Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. December in George Town sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Pulau Perhentian Besar.

Relax by the water at Turtle Sanctuary Beach and Teluk Keke. Get in touch with nature at Scuba & Snorkeling and Perhentian Island Resort Turtle Hatchery. There's more to do: look for gifts at Universal Diver.

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Traveling by combination of flight and ferry from George Town to Pulau Perhentian Besar takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from George Town to Pulau Perhentian Besar, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. December in Pulau Perhentian Besar sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can travel to Kota Kinabalu.

Explore hidden gems such as Parasailing & Paragliding and Sabah State Museum. Get some historical perspective at Monsopiad Heritage Village and Sri Pasupathinath Alayam. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Kota Kinabalu: Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club (in Tuaran) and 3D Wonders Museum (in Tamparuli). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Tanjung Aru Beach, browse for treasures at Borneo Trading Post, view the masterpieces at Ensera Art Gallery, and stroll the grounds of Kota Kinabalu Japanese Cemetery.

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Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Pulau Perhentian Besar to Kota Kinabalu takes 6 hours. In January, daily temperatures in Kota Kinabalu can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can catch the flight back home.