UNESCO Heritage Malaysia — Malacca & George Town
Both of Malaysia’s UNESCO World Heritage cities — Malacca’s Dutch-Portuguese old town and George Town’s colonial shophouses and clan jetties.
Overview
A seven-night heritage tour of Malaysia’s two UNESCO World Heritage cities. Begin in Malacca, where the A Famosa fort, red Dutch Square, St Paul’s Hill and Jonker Street tell five centuries of Malay, Portuguese, Dutch and British history, then travel via Kuala Lumpur to George Town, Penang, for colonial shophouses, clan jetties and trishaw rides through the old town.
- 🏨 Hotels4 Star Heritage Hotels
- 🎯 Activities5 activities
- 🚐 TransportPrivate transfers included
- 📅 Best monthsMay – July (driest on the west coast)
Day-by-day Malaysia itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival & transfer to Malacca
Arrive at KLIA and drive to historic Malacca; evening Jonker Street night market.
- Day 2
Malacca UNESCO old town
A Famosa fort, St Paul’s Hill, Christ Church and the red Dutch Square, plus a Malacca River cruise.
- Day 3
Peranakan Malacca
Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, Cheng Hoon Teng temple, Kampung Kling Mosque and Harmony Street.
- Day 4
Malacca to Kuala Lumpur
Transfer to KL with a heritage afternoon at Merdeka Square, the old railway station and Central Market.
- Day 5
ETS train to George Town
Train north to Penang; afternoon clan jetties and a guided heritage shophouse walk.
- Day 6
George Town heritage
Khoo Kongsi clan house, the Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Fort Cornwallis and a trishaw ride through the lanes.
- Day 7
Departure
Kek Lok Si Temple and a final heritage breakfast before the transfer to Penang airport (PEN).
What's included
- 7 nights in 4-star heritage hotels
- Private air-conditioned car with driver
- ETS train tickets KL–Penang
- Malacca river cruise & guided heritage walks
- Museum & clan-house entries
- Daily breakfast
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Most lunches & dinners
- Personal expenses
Where you'll stay
- Malacca: 4-star heritage hotel
- Kuala Lumpur: 4-star city hotel
- Penang: 4-star George Town heritage hotel
Frequently asked questions
How much does the UNESCO Heritage Malaysia — Malacca & George Town cost?
The UNESCO Heritage Malaysia — Malacca & George Town starts from ₹79,500 per person for 7 nights, covering 4 star heritage hotels, 5 activities and private transport. International flights are extra and the trip is fully customisable.
How many days is this Malaysia itinerary?
It runs for 7 nights across Malacca, Kuala Lumpur, Penang. A LokaTours expert can extend or shorten it to match your dates.
What is the best time to do this trip?
May – July (driest on the west coast).
Is the UNESCO Heritage Malaysia — Malacca & George Town customisable?
Yes. Every sample itinerary is a starting point — your travel style, budget, hotel tier and group size are reshaped by a LokaTours expert within 24 hours of your request.