TWO COUNTRIES, ONE TRIP
Luxury Malaysia Holidays from the UK
~13 hrs
DIRECT TO KL
City, Jungle
& ISLANDS
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Why Malaysia
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HAND-VETTED RESORTS
Two Countries, One Trip
Malaysia is two countries in one, divided by a sea: the peninsula of Kuala Lumpur's towers, colonial Penang and the tea hills of the Cameron Highlands; and across the water, Borneo, with its rainforest, orang-utans and world-class diving off Sipadan. Few destinations pack so much variety into a single trip.
At HighStreet Holidays we weave these threads into one journey — city, jungle and island — at a pace that suits you. Great food runs through all of it, from Penang's street stalls to Kuala Lumpur's rooftop restaurants.
With access to a carefully vetted portfolio, from city towers to rainforest lodges and island resorts, we build a Malaysia that balances culture, wildlife and beach in a way few other countries can.
People underrate Malaysia — then they go, and the food alone brings them back. City, rainforest and a perfect beach in one trip, with no fuss.
Signature Experiences
Moments That Linger
Malaysia rewards the traveller who wants variety. These are the experiences our clients come home remembering.
Kuala Lumpur
The Petronas Towers, the street-food and temples of the old quarter, and rooftop bars with a skyline view — a modern Asian capital with a deep multicultural heart.
Penang & George Town
The UNESCO old town of George Town, with its colonial shophouses, street art and some of the best hawker food in Asia — a foodie's pilgrimage in itself.
Borneo & Orang-utans
Across the sea to Sabah and Sarawak for rainforest rivers, orang-utan sanctuaries and one of the world's great wildlife encounters in genuinely wild jungle.
Diving off Sipadan
The reefs and walls of Sipadan, off Borneo, rank among the finest dive sites on earth — turtles, sharks and barracuda in extraordinary numbers.
Langkawi & the Islands
The beaches and rainforest of Langkawi, and the Perhentian and Tioman islands — the peninsula's beach escapes, easily added to the end of a trip.
The Cameron Highlands
Cool, green tea plantations and mossy forest in the hills above the heat — a refreshing change of pace and climate between city and coast.
Featured Properties
Where You'll Stay
Every hotel and resort we feature has been carefully vetted by our specialists — the addresses our clients return to, year after year.
Recommended Packages
Curated for Every Occasion
Every package includes return flights from your nearest UK airport (lowest fares ex-London), private transfers, daily breakfast and selected experiences — tailored by your specialist.
Most Popular
7 Nights
Langkawi Rainforest & Beach
- Langkawi arrival (LGK) via Kuala Lumpur - private transfer to Datai Bay (~30 min)
- 7 nights at The Andaman, A Luxury Collection Resort, premier rainforest room
- Bed & breakfast included
- Datai Bay coral reef snorkelling with marine biologist
- Nature walk through 10-million-year-old rainforest with resident naturalist
- Return flights from London airports
Signature Journey
7 Nights
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
- Langkawi arrival via Kuala Lumpur - chauffeured private transfer (~30 min)
- 7 nights at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, beach pool villa
- Half board across the resort's restaurants
- Private dawn mangrove kayak with naturalist (eagles, monkeys, fish farms)
- Geoforest Park island hopping to Kilim caves and Pulau Dayang Bunting
- Return flights from London airports
Ultra Luxury
7 Nights
The Datai Langkawi
- Langkawi arrival via Kuala Lumpur - chauffeured private transfer (~30 min)
- 7 nights at The Datai Langkawi, canopy pool villa
- Half board including dining at The Pavilion (overwater Thai)
- Private hornbill watching with The Datai's resident naturalist Irshad Mobarak
- Couples Datai Spa journey with rainforest-sourced treatments
- Return flights from London airports, premium cabin upgrade available
Looking for something different? Enquire below or call us on 020 3322 7866 and we'll curate a Malaysia journey around you.
Best Time to Visit
When to Go
WEST COAST PEAK
December to February
The driest, sunniest window for Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi on the west coast — the most comfortable time for the peninsula and its beaches.
GOOD ALL ROUND
March to October
Warm and humid year-round, with the west coast generally fine through to October and Borneo at its best for wildlife and diving from around March to September.
EAST COAST SEASON
March to October
The east-coast islands (Perhentians, Tioman) and east Borneo are best in these months; many east-coast resorts close during the wetter end of the year.
MONSOON
November to February
The north-east monsoon brings heavier rain to the east coast and east Borneo, while the west coast stays drier — so there's almost always a coast in season. We route to it.
Sample Itinerary
An 11-Night Malaysia Journey
Every itinerary we create is bespoke — this is simply one way a perfect trip unfolds.
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DAYS 1-3 — THE CAPITAL
Kuala Lumpur
Land into KL — around thirteen hours direct — for the Petronas Towers, the old quarter, the temples and the food, with a private guide to the city's many layers.
2
DAYS 4-5 — THE FOOD CITY
Penang
North to George Town for the shophouses, street art and legendary hawker food — the cultural and culinary heart of the peninsula.
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DAYS 6-8 — THE RAINFOREST
Borneo
Fly across to Borneo for rainforest rivers, an orang-utan sanctuary and nights in a jungle lodge — the wild heart of the trip.
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DAYS 9-10 — THE BEACH
Langkawi
A final stretch on the beaches of Langkawi — rainforest, cable car and the Andaman Sea — the relaxed finish after city and jungle.
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DAY 11 — DEPARTURE
Homeward
A last morning by the sea before your transfer and flight home — or onward to Singapore or Thailand, both close by.
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Getting There
- Direct flights from London to Kuala Lumpur — around 13 hours (Malaysia Airlines)
- Connections from major regional UK airports
- Internal flights link the peninsula and Borneo, which we arrange
- Malaysia is 7-8 hours ahead of the UK
Entry Requirements
- UK passport holders can visit visa-free for up to 90 days
- A free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) must be completed online within 3 days before arrival
- Passport valid 6 months
- Onward or return ticket
Health & Safety
- No vaccinations are legally required for entry from the UK, but some are recommended
- See a travel clinic or your GP 6-8 weeks before you travel for personalised advice
- Mosquito-bite precautions are sensible in tropical areas
- Comprehensive travel insurance is essential
Currency & Local Notes
- The currency is the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Cards are widely accepted in cities and resorts; carry some cash for markets and small towns
- English is very widely spoken
- Tap water is best avoided — drink bottled