6 Nights / 7 Days - Kuala Lumpur & Kota Kinabalu

Trip Itinerary

Itineraries

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Day 1: Arrival in Kuala Lumpur & City Tour

Morning: Arrive in Kuala Lumpur, check in to your hotel, and relax after your flight.

Afternoon: Visit the King’s Palace and the National Monument.

Evening: Drive past Lake Gardens, the National Mosque, the Moorish Styled Railway Station, Independence Square, and the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. End the day at Bukit Bintang for dinner and a relaxed evening stroll.

Overnight in Kuala Lumpur

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Day 2: Kuala Lumpur Exploration + Optional Genting Highlands Day Trip

Morning: If opting for the Genting trip, head to Genting Highlands for the day. Enjoy the Genting Skyway Cable Car, Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, or Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum.

Afternoon: Continue exploring Genting Highlands or return to Kuala Lumpur for leisure.

Evening: Explore Kuala Lumpur’s shopping and dining options, such as Jalan Alor for street food.

Overnight in Kuala Lumpur

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Day 3: Kuala Lumpur City Exploration OR Sunway Lagoon

Option 1: Kuala Lumpur City Exploration

Morning: Visit Batu Caves, exploring the majestic limestone caves and Hindu temple.

Afternoon: Visit Aquaria KLCC, then head to the Petronas Twin Towers for a view from the observation deck.

Evening: Relax in KLCC Park and enjoy the evening fountain show.

Option 2: Sunway Lagoon

Morning to Evening: Spend a fun-filled day at Sunway Lagoon, enjoying the water slides, wildlife park, and other attractions.

Evening: After returning to Kuala Lumpur, relax or head to Jalan Alor for dinner and street food.

Overnight in Kuala Lumpur

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Day 4: Flight to Kota Kinabalu & City Highlights

Morning: Take a 2-hour and 30-minute flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI). Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.

Afternoon: Embark on a city tour, visiting the bustling Gaya Street Market, modern Jesselton Point Waterfront, and the Kota Kinabalu Mosque.

Evening: Relax at Tanjung Aru Beach and enjoy dinner at a waterfront restaurant.

Overnight in Kota Kinabalu

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Day 5: Snorkeling at Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

Morning: Take a boat trip to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park for a snorkeling day. Visit islands like Manukan, Sapi, or Mamutik for snorkeling, swimming, and relaxing on the beach.

Afternoon: Continue exploring the islands or enjoy water activities.

Evening: Return to Kota Kinabalu for fresh seafood at the Kota Kinabalu Night Market.

Overnight in Kota Kinabalu

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Day 6: Poring Hot Springs & Kinabalu Park

Morning: Take a trip to Poring Hot Springs, where you can relax in natural hot springs and enjoy the canopy walk.

Afternoon: Visit Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore its biodiversity and scenic views of Mount Kinabalu.

Evening: Return to Kota Kinabalu for a final dinner along the waterfront.

Overnight in Kota Kinabalu

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Day 7: Departure from Kota Kinabalu

Morning: Relax at the hotel or visit the waterfront before checking out.

Afternoon: Fly back home or to your next destination.

Recommended Hotels

Super Luxury

KUALA LUMPUR

Bukit Bintang / Golden Triangle Area

  • The Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumphur

KL Sentral / Brickfields / Lake Gardens Area

  • The St. Regis Kuala Lumphur

Petronas Twin Towers / KLCC Area

  • Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
  • Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
  • Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
  • Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur

KOTA KINABALU

Beachfront Resorts

  • Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa

Island Resorts

  • Bungaraya Island Resort
  • Borneo Eagle Resort

Luxury

KUALA LUMPUR

Bukit Bintang / Golden Triangle Area

  • Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur
  • JW Marriott Hotel Kuala lumphur

Damansara / Bangsar Area

  • Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara 

KL Sentral / Brickfields / Lake Gardens Area

  • The Majestic Kuala Lumphur Autograph Collection

Petronas Twin Towers / KLCC Area

  • EQ
  • The RuMa Hotel & Residences
  • W Kuala Lumphur

KOTA KINABALU

Beachfront Resorts

  • The Magellan Sutera Resort
  • The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Island Resorts

  • Gayana Marine Resort
  • Gaya Island Resort

Standard

KUALA LUMPUR

Chinatown / City Center

  • Else Kuala Lumpur

Chow Kit / Medan Tuanku Area

  • Stripes Kuala Lumphur Autograph Collection

Damansara / Bangsar Area

  • Alila Bangsar Kuala Lumpur

Petaling Jaya / Suburban Area

  • One World Hotel

KOTA KINABALU

City Center Hotels

  • Hilton Kota Kinabalu
  • Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
  • Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
  • Marriott Kota Kinabalu

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