Kedah Trip Overview
An archipelago of variety: Langkawi’s position on the South East Asian map as a destination for extended stays with ample activities at one’s disposal has certainly placed this Malaysian region on the tourism map. Comprising of no less than 99 islands, its location in the far northwestern corner of Malaysia along the warmer streams of the surrounding waters have blessed all of the islets off the main island with white sandy beaches, jungle-style nature, and its own cultural traits, some of them not found anywhere in the country. Langkawi itself is a destination that captures all above elements perfectly and to get to know your destination, one has to venture along its interesting sights and learn the story behind it. Explore Langkawi with us during this leisurely morning tour, filled with history, nature and culture.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Kedah, Malaysia
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kedah, , Malaysia
An archipelago of variety: Langkawi’s position on the South East Asian map as a destination for extended stays with ample activities at one’s disposal has certainly placed this Malaysian region on the tourism map. Comprising of no less than 99 islands, its location in the far northwestern corner of Malaysia along the warmer streams of the surrounding waters have blessed all of the islets off the main island with white sandy beaches, jungle-style nature, and its own cultural traits, some of them not found anywhere in the country. Langkawi itself is a destination that captures all above elements perfectly and to get to know your destination, one has to venture along its interesting sights and learn the story behind it. Explore Langkawi with us during this leisurely morning tour, filled with history, nature and culture.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Atma Alam Batik Village, Jalan Padang Matsirat, Langkawi 07000 Malaysia
Your English speaking guide cum driver welcomes you at your resort along selected beaches on Langkawi at around 09:00 hrs. This tour starts with a visit to the Batik Art Village. Batik has been a long-established landmark in the Malaysian handicraft industry: its techniques and motives are still cherished up until today and an example of how wax, cloth and dyeing are used to turn plain-looking fabric in the most elaborate examples of Malaysian heritage are shown right here.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Mahsuri’s Tomb, Kampung Mawat, Langkawi 07000 Malaysia
After admiring some of the ready-made materials, we continue to the Mahsuri Tomb, dedicated to an icon in Langkawi’s history. Details about this and the intricate history of the Princess Mahsuri and how she has contributed to the development of Langkawi are explained at this well-maintained centre and burial place.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Black Sand Beach, Langkawi Malaysia
A unique phenomenon that has formed along the coastline is a stretch called Black Sand Beach: as the name implies, dark sands form a different type of beach scene yet adds to the variety where Langkawi is well-known for. The nearby fishing jetty is an authentic example of how fishing boats moored along Langkawi’s coast line to load off their fresh haul before making it back onto the open ocean.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Eagle Square, Langkawi 07000 Malaysia
Langkawi is tightly connected with the eagle: a symbol of endurance and perseverance that not only manifests itself when sailing along its rivers and through its mangroves (not included). Eagle Square nearby Kuah Town is one of the most prolific landmarks of the island, a 12-meter high brown sculpture overlooking the ocean.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kuah, Kuah, Langkawi, Langkawi District, Kedah
We end the morning with a duty-free shopping experience through Kuah Town before heading back to your booked resort along Langkawi.
Duration: 1 hour
