George Town Trip Overview
Cameron Highlands is a perfect getaway for those who wish to retreat into the highlands to enjoy the cool fresh mountain air and the green hills. Named after the British Surveyor, William Cameron who discovered the place in 1885, the tea cultivated is among one of the best in the Country. Those who wish to do some activities can enjoy drinking tea in quaint English style tea houses or take a drive to the top of the mountain for a breathtaking view of the hills. You can also visit the many flower plantations, as exporting flowers is an increasingly important economic activity.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 days
Starts: George Town, Malaysia
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Cameron Highlands is a perfect getaway for those who wish to retreat into the highlands to enjoy the cool fresh mountain air and the green hills. Named after the British Surveyor, William Cameron who discovered the place in 1885, the tea cultivated is among one of the best in the Country. Those who wish to do some activities can enjoy drinking tea in quaint English style tea houses or take a drive to the top of the mountain for a breathtaking view of the hills. You can also visit the many flower plantations, as exporting flowers is an increasingly important economic activity.
Itinerary
Day 1: Drive from Penang to Cameron Highlands (330 km), with en-route Kuala Kangsar
Stop At: Perak Royal Museum, Istana Lama Bukit Chandan, Kuala Kangsar 33000 Malaysia
At 0830 hrs enjoy a leisure drive to Cameron Highlands located 1542 meters above sea level, famed for its tea plantations and cool temperatures. En-route visit to the Royal town of Kuala Kangsar. View Malaysia’s unique architecture of the exterior of Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and Sultan Azlan Shah Gallery with photo stop. Visit the Labu Sayong Center where unique shaped pots are made with deft hands and creative inspirations mostly by womenfolk.
Enjoy afternoon tea at the Hotel. Overnight.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ubudiah Mosque, Kuala Kangsar Malaysia
Ubudiah Mosque Kuala Kangsar
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd., No. 39C & 40C, Jln Mamanda 9, Taman Dato Ahmad Razali, 68000 Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia
Asian Overland Services
Meals included:
• Lunch: Afternoon tea and scones and hotel
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Cameron Highlands Discovery Tour
Stop At: Mossy Forest, Brinchang Malaysia
Enjoy your drive to Mount Brinchang, the highest peak (6,666ft.) in Cameron Highlands and experience the tropical and mossy rainforest through a boardwalk for about 30 minutes, an interpretive walk into the Mossy Forest will reveal some of the most of unique forest flora of this mountain like the carnivorous Pitcher Plant, primitive Ferns, wild Orchids, Ti trees & Rhododendrons.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Boh Tea Plantation, Unnamed Road,, 39000, Pahang, Malaysia
Cruise down the hill to view the most scenic tea plantation, the Sungai Palas Boh estate, said to be the largest tea station in the region. Learn the art of tea making in the factory (Factory is closed on Mon & public holidays).
Thereafter, enjoy picking fresh strawberries for a small fee.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cameron Highlands Butterfly Garden, 43rd Milestone Green Cow Malaysia
Thereafter, visit the Butterfly & Reptiles Farm (include entrance fees) to view the many beautiful butterfly species including the renowned Raja Brooke. Continue to visit to a Buddhist Temple.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kea Farm Market, 39100, Brinchang 39000 Malaysia
Explore a day market where most of the local produce can be found. Return to hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Depart Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur
Pass By: Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
After Breakfast. Morning at your own leisure. At 1300 hrs overland transfer to Kuala Lumpur
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
