Dense rainforests, towering peaks and idyllic islands
Experience the magical fusion of Malaysia’s cultures and its incredible diversity of nature.
Made up of more than 200 islands, Malaysia’s terrain varies from dense jungle to pristine, sandy beaches. Its multicultural mosaic of Malay, Indian, Chinese and British influences is present in the country’s fascinating architecture, religious fabric and diverse cuisine. Unwind on Langkawi’s gleaming shores or dive exquisite coral reefs off Tioman Island, before exploring Penang’s UNESCO-protected Georgetown and trekking up to the hill stations and cool countryside of the Cameron Highlands.
Kuala Lumpur is an example of Malaysia’s economic growth, a capital that no longer sits in the shadow of nearby Singapore, but holds it own as an international city. Visit the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and take in the cityscape from the top of the KL Tower, or peruse the city’s many sleek malls. We also recommend submerging yourself in its lively China Town, where something new awaits around every corner.
With accommodation carefully matched to your preferences and privately guided activities, our in-depth, first-hand knowledge of Malaysia will ensure you experience a bespoke and luxurious trip.
Highlights
Unwind in Ipoh’s natural geothermal hot springs
Visit the remarkable Batu caves on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur
Bask in the tranquillity of Langkawi’s tropical beaches
Visit traditional fishing villages on the island of Pangkor Laut
Savour the delicious street food of Penang, such as Penang Laksa noodle soup and the sweet dessert Apong Balik
Kayak around the volcanic island of Tioman
Keith Jarman
Travel Designer
Malaysia is an incredibly diverse country which really does have it all. Its coastline and islands are packed with pristine white sand beaches and crystal clear waters and it’s no less beautiful inland, with rolling hills and peaceful tea plantations ripe for exploring. Make sure you duck down the side streets in Kuala Lumpur and Penang to try the fantastic local food – you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Keith Jarman
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Malaysia
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Trip Inspiration
Where to go
Cameron Highlands
These cool, emerald highlands filled with a temples, hiking trails, hill stations and tea tasting is ideal for those looking to escape the heat, or discover Malaysia’s more sedate rural side.
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Located in northwest Malaysia, Ipoh is the state capital of Perak, an area known for its colonial-era architecture, exhilarating hiking trails and beautiful cave temples built right into the natural limestone cliffs.
Discover moreKuala Lumpur
Booming and burgeoning, Kuala Lumpar is a considerable sight to behold in the form of a towering cityscape, sprawling neighbourhoods, assorted cultural collage, and a rich dining, shopping and nightlife scene.
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While visiting this archipelago of 99 islands, it is easy to see why Langkawi is branded a tropical paradise colloquially and the Jewel of Kedah officially.
Discover morePangkor Laut
Pangkor Laut, once a Dutch fort, is where to come for a tranquil and authentic fishing village atmosphere, quiet, beautiful beaches and its wild, jungle interior.
Discover morePenang
Up the coast from Kuala Lumpur, Penang’s mix of historical heritage, alluring cuisine, easy going beaches, modern city life and the interesting UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgetown, makes for a very worthwhile destination.
Discover moreTioman Island
With its abundance of sublime sandy beaches, white coral reefs and jungle backdrop, Tioman makes for a spellbinding island escape for those that want relaxation mixed in with a little adventure.
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When to visit
Malaysia is hot year-round, with little variation in temperature. December to February are generally the best months, avoiding the rainy season.
Festivals and celebrations
January-February
Trekking in the highlands
December-April
Underwater adventures
May-August
Beach breaks
January-December
Plan your trip to Malaysia
Whatever you want from your adventure in Malaysia, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Excellent customized planning for our trip and travel arrangements made everything easy and hassle-free. We felt very well taken care of and appreciated the wonderful service and great recommendations.
The details are what always matter, and it’s the details where Jacada’s people excel - they were available throughout the trip to make sure even the little things click and our questions about logistics answered. It’s why we keep coming back and, each time we wonder if we should try to arrange things on our own, we realize they’re worth…
We used Jacada for our honeymoon to Malaysia and they exceeded our expectations. All of our accommodations were excellent and even had a little surprise waiting for us in our room at each stop. The itinerary they build was exactly what we were looking for and our guides and drivers were very friendly and professional. Sarah Kounnou, our Travel Designer,…
My partner and I were utterly delighted with the fantastic trip around Malaysia that Jacada put together for us. The planning was above and beyond, all our guides and drivers were wonderful, the hotels were blissful and the schedule was evenly paced with a perfect balance of activities and relaxation. The attention to detail was noticeable, right down to the…
Excellent in all ways. Responsive to our thoughts about what we wanted, but expert enough to suggest improvements we didn't know about. Thorough, fantastic knowledge of countries and towns visited, great knowledge about local sights, tours, operators, restaurants, hotels and experiences. Jacada are very, very good. Highly recommended. (We have used Jacada in South America more than once and in…
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