8 days in Malaysia Itinerary

An archipelago of 104 islands, Langkawi is tailor-made for adventurous holidays, filled with exploration and relaxation.

Langkawi is known for nature, adventure, beaches, zoos & aquariums, and spas. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, take in the views from Langkawi Sky Bridge, explore the fascinating underground world of Tanjung Rhu Beach, and admire the sheer force of Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls.

For traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Langkawi online itinerary planner .

Cairo, Egypt to Langkawi is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from Cairo to Langkawi due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Cairo in August, you will find days in Langkawi are slightly colder (36°C), and nights are about the same (29°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can travel to Kuala Lumpur.

A holiday in Kuala Lumpur, a modern metropolis and capital of Malaysia, reveals a place where colonial influences, Asian traditions, and modern aesthetics come together in urban architecture and street layout.

On the 12th (Sun), admire the striking features of Petronas Twin Towers, then Head underground at Batu Caves, then look for all kinds of wild species at KL Bird Park, and finally browse the different shops at Central Market. Keep things going the next day: meet the residents at Aquaria KLCC, take in panoramic vistas at Menara Kuala Lumpur, then stroll through KLCC Park, and finally explore the world behind art at Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia.

To see traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Kuala Lumpur trip planner .

You can fly from Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, car, and flight; or do a combination of ferry, car, and train. In August, daytime highs in Kuala Lumpur are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. On the 14th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.