MALAYSIA. 2027
12 Days Through Peninsular Malaysia
Malaysia | A Plant-Rich Food
& Cultural Journey
12–23 March 2027
12 days | Kuala Lumpur · Cameron Highlands · Penang · Langkawi
Come curious. Leave connected.
Malaysia is best discovered through its food. Fragrant markets, family recipes, tropical produce, bustling streets, cool mountain tea country and tables loaded with dishes you may never have thought to order. Over 12 unforgettable days, we’ll take you beyond the familiar and introduce you to a Malaysia that is colourful, generous, wonderfully diverse and deeply connected to food.
We begin in Kuala Lumpur and travelling through the Cameron Highlands and Penang before slowing down on the island of Langkawi, this is a journey of contrasts. You’ll cook with locals, wander markets, eat mouth watering food, explore rainforests and tea plantations, cruise into the sunset and experience places through the people who know them best. And because we travel in a small group, there is time to linger, laugh, connect and simply enjoy being there.
The Journey - A Snapshot
Day 1-3
Kuala Lumpur Markets, Flavours & First Impressions
We begin in Kuala Lumpur with a welcome dinner, then spend the next two days exploring Batu Caves, traditional batik, bustling Chow Kit markets and incredible local cuisine. Enjoy the amazing flavours of Kuala Lumpur.
Highlights
- Welcome dinner
- Batu Caves
- Traditional batik workshop
- Chow Kit markets and neighbourhood walk
Day 4-7
Cameron Highlands to Penang - Tea, Rainforest & Heritage
We head into the cooler Cameron Highlands to explore the Mossy Forest and BOH tea plantations before continuing to Penang. In UNESCO-listed George Town, discover one of Asia’s great food destinations.
Highlights
- Mossy Forest walk
- BOH tea plantation and factory
- Stop in Ipoh
- George Town
Day 8 -12
Penang & Langkawi - Cook, Connect & Exhale
Our final days bring the journey together in Penang and Langkawi. Enjoy a hands-on cooking experience in Penang before heading to Langkawi for the Sky Bridge, local food, an authentic cooking experience and a sunset cruise.
Highlights
- Cooking classes
- Langkawi Sky Bridge
- Sunset cruise
- Free time to relax
Taste Malaysia. Feel everything
Malaysia Journey Information
Date
12- 23 March 2027
Start Location
Kuala Lumpur
End Location
Langkawi
Accommodation
4 – 4.5 star accommodation
- 3 nights Kuala Lumpur
- 2 nights Cameron Highlands
- 2 nights Penang
- 4 nights Langkawi
Travellers
Maximum travellers 15
Journey Cost
AUD $6,150 per person twin share
AUD $6,750 per person single occupancy
What’s Included
- Private air-conditioned transport throughout the journey
- Transport to scheduled restaurants, experiences and day tours
- Internal flight to Langkaiw
- Airport transfers
- 11 plant-rich breakfasts at the hotels
- 9 plant-rich lunches
- 9 plant-rich dinners
- Batu Caves excursion
- Batik workshop
- Markets and local food experiences
- Mossy Forest 4WD tour
- BOH Tea Plantation experience
- Penang sightseeing and food experiences
- Two unique plant-based cooking classes
- Langkawi Sky Bridge guided tour
- Sunset cruise with dinner and drinks
- All scheduled tour entry fees
- International flights to and from Malaysia
- Personal travel insurance — compulsory
- Personal shopping and expenses
- Alcohol and additional beverages not included in the itinerary.
Our Hotels
Character, comfort and a beautiful place to come home to.
Where you stay matters.
Throughout the journey we’ve chosen a collection of character-filled 4 to 4.5-star hotels and resorts that offer warmth, comfort and a genuine sense of place. We aren’t interested in enormous, anonymous hotels simply because they have five stars beside their name.
We look for places that feel more personal — somewhere you can come back to at the end of a full day, take your shoes off, have a beautiful shower, pour yourself a drink and feel completely at home.
The Chow Kit — Kuala Lumpur
3 Nights
Oakwood — Cameron Highlands
2 Nights
The Edison — George Town, Penang
2 Nights
Aloft — Langkawi
4 Nights
The Full Itinerary
Explore the Malaysia journey, day by day - below.
Day 1
Friday 12 March
Arrive in Kuala Lumpur
Welcome to Malaysia. After arriving in Kuala Lumpur, settle into The Chow Kit and take a little time to unpack, refresh and ease into the rhythm of the city. In the early evening we’ll come together for welcome drinks – your first chance to meet the group, and get excited about the days ahead. We’ll finish the day with a relaxed group dinner at the hotel, sharing beautiful food and conversation without needing to go anywhere after a day of travel. A gentle, warm beginning to twelve days of flavour, culture and connection.
Today's highlights
• Afternoon check-in and time to settle in
• Welcome drinks and group meet-and-greet
• Relaxed opening-night dinner together
Hotel: The Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur
Day 2
Saturday 13 March
Batu Caves, Batik & Kuala Lumpur Flavours
After breakfast, we’ll head out to one of Kuala Lumpur’s most iconic sights – the colourful Batu Caves. Climb the famous rainbow steps, take in the enormous golden Murugan statue and soak up the energy of this extraordinary place before enjoying lunch together nearby. The afternoon brings a completely different side of Malaysian culture with a hands-on batik workshop, where we’ll learn about this beautiful traditional art form and create something of our own. Tonight, we’ll dine at Hungry Tapir, one of KL’s best-known plant-based spots, for a fun and flavour-packed evening.
Today's highlights
• Morning visit to Batu Caves
• Hands-on traditional batik art workshop
• Plant-based dinner at Hungry Tapir
Hotel: The Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur
Day 3
Sunday 14 March
Markets, Local Life & Jalan Alor After Dark
Today is all about experiencing Kuala Lumpur at street level. We’ll explore the Chow Kit markets on foot, wandering through colourful stalls filled with tropical produce, spices, flowers and everyday local life. Lunch will be at a Buddhist vegetarian restaurant, giving us another delicious glimpse into Malaysia’s diverse food culture. We’ll have some time to rest before heading out as the city comes alive after dark. Tonight we’ll wander through the famous Jalan Alor night markets, tasting, browsing and taking in the lights, aromas and buzz of one of Kuala Lumpur’s most atmospheric food streets.
Today's highlights
• Guided walk through Chow Kit markets
• Lunch at a Buddhist vegetarian restaurant
• Evening exploring Jalan Alor night markets
Hotel: The Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur
Day 4
Monday 15 March
Into the Cameron Highlands
This morning we travel into the cool, green landscapes of the Cameron Highlands. The journey itself is part of the experience as Kuala Lumpur gives way to winding mountain roads, misty hills and lush plantations. We will stop at Ipoh along the way for lunch and a spot of shopping. On arrival we’ll check in at our resort and slow the pace right down. The afternoon is yours to settle in, explore or simply enjoy the cooler mountain air. In the evening we’ll dine at a banana leaf Indian restaurant – a cosy end to our first day in this beautiful highland region and a chance to recharge for tomorrow’s adventures.
Today's highlights
• Scenic journey from Kuala Lumpur to the highlands
• Free afternoon to relax and explore
• Group dinner at the resort
Hotel: Oakwood, Cameron Highlands
Day 5
Tuesday 16 March
Mossy Forest, Jungle Trails & Boh Tea
Wake up in the Cameron Highlands for one of the most memorable nature days of the tour. We’ll venture into the ancient Mossy Forest, around 2,000 metres above sea level, where twisted trees, cool mist and lush green jungle create an almost other-worldly landscape. We’ll continue to the famous Boh Tea Plantation to see the sweeping tea fields, visit the factory and enjoy lunch surrounded by some of Malaysia’s most spectacular scenery. There’ll be time to rest in the afternoon before a warming steamboat-style group dinner back at the resort.
Today's highlights
• Explore the atmospheric Mossy Forest
• Jungle trekking in the cool highlands
• Boh Tea Plantation tour, factory visit and lunch
Hotel: Oakwood, Cameron Highlands
Day 6
Wednesday 17 March
From the Highlands to Penang
We’ll leave the mountains and make our way north towards Penang. We’ll break up the journey with a special lunch stop at Seed Restaurant, a plant-based food haven that makes the transfer feel like part of the adventure rather than simply a travel day. By afternoon we’ll arrive in Georgetown, a UNESCO-listed city known for its colourful shophouses, street art and legendary food scene. After checking into The Edison, the evening is intentionally left open. Head out for a wander, find a local bite, enjoy a drink or simply relax at the hotel – tomorrow we dive properly into the flavours and stories of Penang.
Today's highlights
• Scenic transfer from Cameron Highlands to Penang
• Plant-based lunch at Seed Restaurant
• Free evening to discover Georgetown at your own pace
Hotel : Edison Hotel, Georgetown
Day 7
Thursday 18 March
A Full Day of Penang Food & Culture
Today we get to the heart of Georgetown. We’ll spend the day exploring its colourful streets, heritage neighbourhoods and incredible food culture, with sightseeing woven together with a walking food experience. Expect fragrant spices, bustling hawker stalls, hidden local favourites and plenty of opportunities to taste the plant-based side of Penang’s famously diverse cuisine. This is the kind of day where every corner has a story – temples, street art, markets and old shophouses all forming part of the backdrop. We’ll finish with dinner by the beach, slowing down over a beautiful meal as the day fades into evening.
Today's highlights
• Full-day Georgetown sightseeing
• Walking food tour with plant-based street-food discoveries
• Dinner by the beach
Hotel : Edison Hotel, Georgetown
Day 8
Friday 19 March
Cook, Wander & Taste Georgetown
Food takes centre stage today with a full-day cooking experience and fresh garden tour. We’ll get closer to the ingredients, flavours and techniques that make Malaysian cooking so special, learning in a relaxed, hands-on way and – of course – eating what we create along the way. The garden visit adds another layer, connecting the dishes on the table with the herbs, produce and aromatics that bring them to life. After a day of cooking, tasting and sharing, we’ll return to Georgetown and head out for a beautiful dinner together. It’s a wonderfully immersive day for anyone who loves understanding a destination through its food.
Today's highlights
• Hands-on full-day cooking class
• Fresh garden tour and ingredient discovery
• Group dinner in Georgetown
Hotel : Edison Hotel, Georgetown
Day 9
Saturday 20 March
Island Time in Langkawi
This morning we trade city streets for island views as we fly to Langkawi. We’ll aim to arrive by mid-afternoon, check into Aloft and then leave the rest of the afternoon free so you can do exactly what island time calls for – swim, rest, walk along the beach or simply enjoy the hotel. In the evening we’ll head into town for dinner at Pegaga Vegan Restaurant, a relaxed and nourishing introduction to Langkawi’s plant-based food scene. After several busy days of exploring, this slower afternoon is the perfect reset before we begin discovering the island properly.
Today's highlights
• Morning flight to Langkawi
• Free afternoon for beach, pool or downtime
• Dinner at Pegaga Vegan Restaurant
Hotel : Aloft,Langkawi
Day 10
Sunday 21 March
SkyBridge Views & Sunset on the Water
We’ll start the day with one of Langkawi’s signature experiences, heading up towards the famous SkyBridge for sweeping views over rainforest, mountains and the Andaman Sea. After a morning in the clouds, we’ll come back down for lunch at The Fat Frog, a lush and relaxed spot that fits the island mood perfectly. The afternoon is yours to recharge before we gather again for a sunset cruise. With sea breezes, glowing skies and dinner on the water, this will be one of those holiday evenings that feels effortless – beautiful scenery, good food and great company.
Today's highlights
• Morning SkyBridge experience
• Lunch at The Fat Frog
• Sunset cruise with dinner
Hotel : Aloft,Langkawi
Day 11
Monday 22 March
Jungle Cooking & Dinner by the Beach
Our final full day brings together everything this trip is about: food, place and connection. We’ll head into the jungle for an authentic cooking class surrounded by tropical greenery, learning to prepare flavour-filled Malaysian dishes in a setting that feels worlds away from a conventional kitchen. We’ll cook, taste, laugh and enjoy the experience together before returning for a little free time in the afternoon. Tonight we’ll gather for a special dinner at Hidden Langkawi on the beach – a relaxed final evening with the sand nearby, the sea in front of us and plenty of memories from the journey to share.
Today's highlights
• Authentic cooking class in a jungle setting
• Free afternoon to relax
• Special beachside dinner at Hidden Langkawi
Hotel : Aloft,Langkawi
Day 12
Tuesday 23 March
Farewell Breakfast & Journey Home
All good adventures eventually come to an end, but not before one last breakfast together. We’ll gather as a group to share a final morning meal, swap favourite moments and soak up the last little bit of Langkawi before checking out around 11am. From here, transfers will take us back towards Kuala Lumpur for onward travel. You’ll leave with far more than a collection of photos – twelve days of shared meals, local flavours, new experiences, beautiful places and the kind of friendships that often come from travelling and eating together.
Today's highlights
• Farewell breakfast as a group
• Late-morning hotel check-out
• Transfer back towards Kuala Lumpur for onward travel
Is this Journey for You?
This trip has been designed for travellers who want to experience a destination rather than simply see it.
You don’t need to be plant-based. You don’t need to be a brilliant cook. And you certainly don’t need to know anyone before you arrive.
You simply need to love good food, be curious about the world and enjoy discovering places with other like-minded people.
- Believe food is one of the best ways to understand a culture
- Prefer smaller groups and more personal experiences
- Love a mix of food, culture, nature and relaxation
- Enjoy discovering places beyond the obvios tourist trail
- Are curious about plant-rich food, whether you eat that way every day or not
- Appreciate having the details taken care of while still having room to breathe
- Like the idea of travelling with a group that may arrive as strangers and leave as friends
Meet Your Hosts
Fiona Anchal (Fi)
The feeder. The organiser. The woman already thinking about your next meal.
Fi is the founder of Wholesome Bellies and the heart behind every journey we create.
Growing up in an Italian family meant food was never simply something put on the table — it was how people gathered, celebrated, connected and showed love. That philosophy still sits at the centre of everything Fi does.
Today she brings together her love of travel, plant-rich food and creating experiences for people.
She’s the one quietly thinking three steps ahead, making sure everyone is fed, happy and exactly where they need to be — while simultaneously asking what you’re all having for dinner.
Fi believes the best travel experiences aren’t necessarily the grandest ones. They’re the moments you couldn’t have planned yourself: an unexpected conversation, a dish you’ve never tasted, a table full of new friends or discovering somewhere that makes you think, I can’t believe we’re actually here.
Lisa (Saucy Wench)
Local insider. Flavour hunter. And your secret weapon in Malaysia.
Born and raised in Kuala Lumpur, Lisa doesn’t know Malaysia – Malaysia is part of who she is.
Lisa is the founder of Saucy Wench Gourmet Foods and brings the flavours of her Malay-Chinese heritage to everything she does. She knows the language, the customs, the food and, perhaps most importantly, where to find the places most visitors would walk straight past.
She’s your shortcut to the good stuff. The tiny restaurant you wouldn’t know to enter. The dish you can’t pronounce but absolutely need to order. The market stall with a story behind it. The local connection that turns sightseeing into something much more personal.
Add an infectious personality, a serious love of food and a healthy dose of cheekiness and you’ll quickly understand why travelling through Malaysia with the Saucy Wench is very different to simply travelling through Malaysia
Malaysia 2027
Ready to Taste Malaysia?
Come for the food. Discover so much more.
Twelve days. Four very different destinations. Countless plates shared around tables. New flavours, new people, plenty of laughter and a side of Malaysia most travellers never have the opportunity to experience.
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Malaysia | 12- 23 March 2027 | 12 Days
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What our Travellers Say
REAL STORIES. UNFORGETABLE JOURNEYS
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“I had never done an organised overseas tour before so was not sure what to expect. Normally we just make up our own itinerary. I can assure you that I did not need to worry, thanks to the amazing hard work of both Fiona and Lisa every detail and more was taken care of. I could not ask for more. The tour to magical Malaysia was outstanding, including a diverse amount of activities from bustling cities to mountain rainforest to sunshine and beach. All of which was highlighted by an abundant amount of amazing, fresh, tasty and nourishing local food. Our tour was blessed with amazing like minded people, we sang, we danced, we drank, we ate, we shared stories and above all we laughed and then laughed some more. I can highly recommend this tour, you will not be disappointed. With immense gratitude for all you do Fiona and Lisa”
Kim and Phil Simpson
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Karen and Michael Daniels
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James and Caron Caston
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