Malaysia on a Plate

Your Escape

Your Escape

Recognising that the beating heart of any destination is its food, this trip will showcase the Essential Escapes offer with a carefully selected combination of luxurious accommodation and off-grid treasures. There will be opportunities to explore and discover local markets, suppliers and culinary gems and cook and experiment with new dishes. The flavoursome itinerary will be complemented by a showcase of each resort’s exceptional culinary offering both in Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi.

Voted by National Geographic as one of the world’s top ten beaches, Langkawi is a tropical gem of paddy fields, jungle-clad hills and a shoreline fringed with powdery-white sands and swaying palm trees. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s capital, is a bustling metropolis with an exciting street food market exploring a melting pot of culinary influences, plus excellent shopping and cultural treasures. The relaxing pace of this itinerary affords you the time to explore both destinations at a leisurely pace and enjoy the incredible contrasts of beach, rainforest and city.

Our Handpicked Highlights

  • Enjoy one of the world’s top 10 beaches

  • Explore the rainforest on a signature canopy walk

  • Sample stunning Malay cuisine at the famous Gulai House

  • Immersive cookery school experience

  • Boat ride experience with a private guide through the mangroves

  • Explore Kuala Lumpur on a Heritage street food tour

  • Spa experience with traditional therapies

  • Shopping experience

Your Day-By-Day Itinerary

  • Day

    1

    Arrive in Langkawi | Hotel: The Datai

    Upon arrival at Langkawi Airport, you will be met and greeted by our representative who will escort you to your private luxury vehicle for the 40-minute transfer to the hotel. Enjoy a soothing welcome cocktail and spend the rest of the day relaxing by the pool or beach.

  • Day

    2

    Langkawi | Hotel: The Datai

    Enjoy the spectacular signature canopy walk with the resident nature centre manager.

    spend the afternoon at leisure.

    The evening will be spent dining at the Gulai House*. The Gulai House is a rustic traditional Malay Kampung House with the soundtrack of the present symphony of rainforest birds, crickets and more. Celebrating indigenous customs, the graceful waiting staff dressed in traditional Malay attire will greet you with a hand-washing ritual before serving a menu of authentic Malaysian cuisine. *drinks not included

  • Day

    3

    Langkawi | Hotel: The Datai

    Spend the morning on a private boat tour taking a slow ride through the mangroves learning about the mangrove ecology and wildlife.

    Lunch will be spent in a locals home sampling some delicious homecooked Malaysian cuisine.

    Rest of the day and evening at leisure.

  • Day

    4

    Langkawi | Hotel: The Datai

    Drive to Crystal Creek to and enjoy a short trek to Jungle Stream waterfall for a swim in the beautiful jungle pool

    After a visit to the permaculture garden, you will then spend the afternoon taking a private cookery class at the Gulai House.

    The evening will be spent enjoying a tasting menu with wine pairing in The Dining Room

  • Day

    5

    Langkawi| Hotel: The Datai

    Day at leisure

    Just before dinner, take a Naga Pelangi Sunset Cruise*, a 97-foot traditional wooden schooner-replica hand built by its nakhoda (Master Captain). Join the German skipper and his wife for free-flowing Champagne, beer, cocktails and canapés. *Please note this is a seasonal activity based on a minimum of 4 passengers, supplements may apply.

  • Day

    6

    Langkawi| Hotel: The Datai

    he morning will be spent exploring Langkawi, the markets and some shopping. Private transfer back to the hotel to enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

    Dinner will be spent at the Pavillion.

  • Day

    7

    Kuala Lumpur | Hotel: Villa Samadhi

    Depart the Datai by private transfer to Langkawi airport for your domestic flight to Kuala Lumpur

    Afternoon arrival at 16.00 where there will be time to enjoy a cocktail or two before your evening streetfood experience tour of the highlights of Jalan Alor, followed by the nightspot of Changkat Bukit Bintan. Food and soft drinks included.

  • Day

    8

    Kuala Lumpur Hotel: Villa Samadhi

    Today you will enjoy a “Heritage Food Tour”, a culinary journey to explore Kuala Lumpur’s famed street food, which starts from the Pudu Market for a taste of local tropical fruits. Travel to Chinatown for a delicious bowl of Hokkien Mee to Little India for traditional Indian sweets. The gastronomic journey concludes in the antiquated Kampung Baru, the oldest Malaysian settlement located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. (Approx. four hours). Light refreshments provide

    The afternoon is spent at leisure exploring Kuala Lumpur’s famed shopping areas or relaxing at Villa Samadhi.

    Transfer to Tamarind Springs where you will enjoy pre-dinner cocktails followed by A la carte, dinner guided by the chef. Food, pre-dinner cocktails and wine included

  • Day

    9

    Travel home

    After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to KL Airport by private luxury transport for your onward flight.

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