Day 1 to 2 – Taman Negara
After your car is delivered to your hotel this morning, head north from Kuala Lumpur to…
Exploring Malaysia
7 day Self Drive – from £829
With flights from £1479
A delightful one way drive from Kuala Lumpur to the beaches of Penang, via the fabulous Taman Negara National Park and tea covered Cameron Highlands.
Highlights:
- Swim in clear waters at the foot of Lata Berkoh waterfall
- Take a night time jungle walk in the Taman Negara National Park
- Enjoy the scenic drive through the tea plantations of the Cameron Highlands
- Stop at Kuala Kangsar to visit the famous mosque and palace
- Relax on the golden beaches of Penang
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After your car is delivered to your hotel this morning, head north from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Tahan, gateway to the Taman Negara National Park. On arrival leave your vehicle in the secure parking facility and board a boat (payable locally) across the river to your lodge. After dinner take a night time jungle walk before falling asleep to the sounds of the wild.
Spend the following day exploring this remote and beautiful region on an included group tour. Trek through lush rainforest with a chance to walk across the canopy walkway* and enjoy breathtaking views of the forest from dizzying heights. In the afternoon, board a river boat to the cascading waterfall of Lata Berkoh where you will have the chance to swim in the clear waters of the fall. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Kuala Lumpur > Taman Negara | 300 kms
Mutiara Taman Negara
Breakfast, Lunch and Two Dinners
Day 1 to 2
| Taman Negara
After your car is delivered to your hotel this morning, head north from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Tahan, gateway to the Taman Negara National Park. On arrival leave your vehicle in the secure parking facility and board a boat (payable locally) across the river to your lodge. After dinner take a night time jungle walk before falling asleep to the sounds of the wild.
Spend the following day exploring this remote and beautiful region on an included group tour. Trek through lush rainforest with a chance to walk across the canopy walkway* and enjoy breathtaking views of the forest from dizzying heights. In the afternoon, board a river boat to the cascading waterfall of Lata Berkoh where you will have the chance to swim in the clear waters of the fall. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Kuala Lumpur > Taman Negara | 300 kms
Mutiara Taman Negara
Breakfast, Lunch and Two Dinners
Day 3 to 4 – Cameron Highlands
Travel back by boat to collect your car and continue to the beautiful Cameron Highlands. You…
Travel back by boat to collect your car and continue to the beautiful Cameron Highlands. You will notice how the climate changes as you climb higher and this is why the region is ideal for tea growing and agriculture.
The next day spend time exploring this pretty part of the country at your own leisure – you may like to visit a tea plantation and sample some of the produce, or visit the Lata Iskandar waterfall.
Taman Negara > Cameron Highlights | 257 kms
Strawberry Park, Cameron Highlands
Breakfast
Day 3 to 4
| Cameron Highlands
Travel back by boat to collect your car and continue to the beautiful Cameron Highlands. You will notice how the climate changes as you climb higher and this is why the region is ideal for tea growing and agriculture.
The next day spend time exploring this pretty part of the country at your own leisure – you may like to visit a tea plantation and sample some of the produce, or visit the Lata Iskandar waterfall.
Taman Negara > Cameron Highlights | 257 kms
Strawberry Park, Cameron Highlands
Breakfast
Day 5 to 6 – Penang
Today head to the coast and the golden beaches of Penang. En route you can stop…
Today head to the coast and the golden beaches of Penang. En route you can stop off in Kuala Kangsar to take in the famous mosque and palace.
Your two night stay in Georgetown will give you the chance to explore the historic attractions on foot, or use the car to explore this delightful island. Don’t miss a trip up the funicular railway to Penang Hill for magnificent views over the island.
Cameron Highlights > Penang | 262 kms
St Giles Wembley, Penang
Breakfast
Day 5 to 6
| Penang
Today head to the coast and the golden beaches of Penang. En route you can stop off in Kuala Kangsar to take in the famous mosque and palace.
Your two night stay in Georgetown will give you the chance to explore the historic attractions on foot, or use the car to explore this delightful island. Don’t miss a trip up the funicular railway to Penang Hill for magnificent views over the island.
Cameron Highlights > Penang | 262 kms
St Giles Wembley, Penang
Breakfast
Day 7 – Penang
This morning drive your car to the airport in time for your onward flight. For a…
This morning drive your car to the airport in time for your onward flight. For a longer beach holiday, ask your Travel Consultant to extend your stay in Penang or add nights on the island of Langkawi.
Breakfast
Day 7
| Penang
This morning drive your car to the airport in time for your onward flight. For a longer beach holiday, ask your Travel Consultant to extend your stay in Penang or add nights on the island of Langkawi.
Breakfast
Your Self Drive Includes
6 nights pre-booked hotel and resort accommodation
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
7 days car hire, with unlimited mileage
Comprehensive insurance
Guided tour of Taman Negara National Park
Flights & More Options
With FREEDOM, you can book your Exploring Malaysia self drive and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.
You can also personalise your holiday. Why not add:
- Extra nights in Kuala Lumpur, Penang or any location en route
- A four day Singapore city break before or after your self drive
Next Step
Please get in touch with our Asia Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.
Exploring Malaysia
7 day Self Drive – from £829
With flights from £1479
Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a double or twin room. Flights, hotels and tours are subject to availability and seasonal variations may apply. Please call Freedom Destinations for details.
Park fees of up to RM30 per person are payable locally for Taman Negara National Park. Prices are subject to changes.
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