Holidays to Malaysia

Malaysia is a country divided into two by the South China Sea. To the west, Malaysia sits between Thailand and Singapore and is home to pristine white beaches as well as the modern, cosmopolitan capital of Kuala Lumpur. 800km to the East, the second half of Malaysia occupies the Northern part of Borneo and is covered in a dense, tropical rainforest full of exotic animals.

Although Malaysia is a relatively new country, having only gained independence from the British in 1957, there is a delightful mixture of rich heritage and culture just waiting to be explored. Discover delicious food in Penang, shop ‘til you drop in Kuala Lumpur and dive into the crystal clear oceans surrounding Malaysia.

Take in the natural surroundings of this country and experience the mixture of Malay, Chinese and Indian influences which make Malaysia unique and distinctive. Many tourists seem to bypass this beautiful country for its more popular neighbours but trust us, it’s worth a visit! Even if it is just to see the orang-utans in their natural habitat!

Good to know

Flight time

13h

(from London)

Currency

Malaysian Ringgit (RM)

Language

Malay

Cost of a beer

RM15-35

3-course meal

RM50-100

Time difference

GMT+8

Malaysia Holiday Deals

Sunway Georgetown

Penang Island, Malaysia
  • 24 May 2027
  • 10 nights
  • Room only
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£1,317 pp

Parkroyal Penang Resort

Penang Island, Malaysia
  • 24 May 2027
  • 10 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£1,333 pp

Shangri-La Golden Sands Penang

Penang Island, Malaysia
  • 24 May 2027
  • 10 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • From Stansted

Prices from

£1,271 pp

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • 30 Jul 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£1,264 pp

ibis Kuala Lumpur City Centre

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • 30 Jul 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Room only
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£1,161 pp

Hilton Garden Inn Kuala Lumpur Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman South

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • 30 Jul 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Half board
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£1,339 pp

Hilton Garden Inn Puchong

Puchong, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • 30 Jul 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£1,279 pp

Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • 30 Jul 2026
  • 7 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • From Gatwick

Prices from

£1,319 pp

Prices and availability may change, confirm with the provider before booking. Prices do not include local tourist taxes.

Top Destinations in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

When we think of Kuala Lumpur we think of bright lights and towering skyscrapers, but down on the streets you will find that the old Malaysian traditions are still alive and well.

Prices from

£1,161 pp
Kuala Lumpur holidays

Langkawi

Langkawi is an island paradise – if you're looking for a tropical getaway in an exotic location, this is the one, with a range of accommodation options from budget backpacker spots to 5* resorts.

Penang

The small island of Penang has several sides to it – of course it has gorgeous beaches, but there are also UNESCO World Heritage Sites, beautiful jungle landscape and delicious street food.

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