15 Days of Adventure in Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta

Gehad Baker

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 15-day journey through the vibrant cities of Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta. Explore ancient marvels, indulge in local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Malaysia and Indonesia.

Trip to Kuala Lumpur

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Sunway Lagoon and Sultan Abdul Samad Mosque

$75

$ 5

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

Directions

Sprawling amusement park with a water zone, rides, a zoo & outdoor activities, plus dining & events.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

27 - 33 min

Directions

Opened in 1909, this colourful, airy mosque once served as the main mosque in the city.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Botanical Gardens and Megamall Madness

$ 5

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

Botanical gardens featuring tropical plants & rare fruit trees, plus a fish pond, waterfall & cafe.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Chain link of the major international retailer of health & beauty products.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Cave Exploration and Cultural Heritage

$13

$ 5

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

Limestone caves at the top of steep steps housing Hindu temples & shrines, plus a huge deity statue.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

Directions

Interactive museum of Malaysian culture & history from prehistoric times to the present day.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

15 - 22 min

Directions

Hosting up to 15,000 worshippers, Malaysia's national mosque has gardens, a library & a prayer hall.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Market Hopping and Iconic Landmarks

$80

$ 3

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

Cultural heritage site with restored art deco facade offering shopping, eateries & an outdoor stage.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

20 - 30 min

Directions

Thousands of colourful birds in free-roaming areas, walk-through aviaries & traditional enclosures.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

12 - 15 min

Directions

Once the world's tallest, these 88-story towers bear a modern Islamic design & a visitor skybridge.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$42

Day 5Nature's Oasis and Sky-High Views

$63

$ 3

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

Directions

Situated within the city, this rain forest has several nature trails & a forest canopy walkway.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

6 - 9 min

Directions

One of the world's tallest, this landmark tower offers scenic city views & a revolving restaurant.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$50

Day 6Urban Parks and Retail Therapy

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Depart from your stay 🏨

1 - 2 min

Directions

50-acre respite offering a kids' playground, paths, a wading pool & choreographed fountain displays.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

Directions

Vast, upscale indoor mall home to luxury & mainstream retailers & dozens of global eateries.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Underwater Wonders and Temple Tranquility

$50

$ 3

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

Directions

Expansive aquarium offering 5,000 exhibits, a clear tunnel, feeding shows & shark cage dives.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

15 - 18 min

Directions

6-tiered temple opened in 1989, featuring a prayer hall with 3 altars & ornate, colourful details.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $411 In total

Activities & Food:$377

Transport:$34

Trip to Jakarta

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Sunway Lagoon and Sultan Abdul Samad Mosque

$ 3

Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

This 30-hectare public park features gardens, a playground, sport courts & absorption wells.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Restored Neo-Gothic-style Roman Catholic place of worship, founded in 1901 with 3 spires & 3 altars.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

Sleek complex with a range of arts, culture & science facilities, including theaters & a gallery.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

Urban park created in 1920 featuring a series of sculptures & fountains, plus paved paths & benches.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Botanical Gardens and Megamall Madness

$13

$ 2

Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

Directions

Family beachfront resort offering a theme park, water-based rides, multiple hotels & a golf course.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

23 - 28 min

Directions

Historic district home to Dutch colonial buildings, museums & a buzzy plaza with street performers.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Cave Exploration and Cultural Heritage

$18

$ 2

Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

46 - 56 min

Directions

Huge mosque in green surrounds, with golden domes & minarets overlooking a colonnaded courtyard.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

46 - 56 min

Directions

This wildlife sanctuary features numerous mangrove trees, as well as monkeys & a variety of birds.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

23 - 28 min

Directions

Set in an 18th-century building, this museum houses an assortment of exhibits on Jakarta's history.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Day 4Market Hopping and Iconic Landmarks

$25

$ 1

Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

Directions

Internationally themed amusement park offering roller coasters, interactive rides, flumes & shows.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 5Nature's Oasis and Sky-High Views

$13

$ 2

Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

Directions

Bustling city square surrounded by historic buildings & museums, with frequent street performances.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

Directions

Sizable, contemporary aquarium with sharks, various feeding shows, a touch tank & concessions.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

11 - 14 min

Directions

Children play in the calm water offer this busy, sandy beach with a lifeguard & sunset views.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Urban Parks and Retail Therapy

$18

$ 2

Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

Museum containing historical & archaeological exhibits, from ceramics to statues & coins.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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47 - 57 min

Directions

African-themed park with wet/dry sections offering slides & thrill rides, plus a food court & games.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 7Underwater Wonders and Temple Tranquility

$13

$ 2

Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

Directions

Park bringing Indonesian culture & nature to life via museums, gardens & replicas of famed sights.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

23 - 28 min

Directions

Sizable riverfront green space with jogging paths, a small playground & weekend food kiosks.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Parks, Cathedrals, and Cultural Centers

$ 2

Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

42 - 51 min

Directions

Tree-lined paths, a swimming pool, a toy train & kids' play areas within a vast green space.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

38 - 46 min

Directions

Thousands of varied vendor stalls fill this modern, 10-story indoor market known for textiles.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $411 In total

Activities & Food:$377

Transport:$34