Malaysia Travel Itinerary (10–14 Days) – Kuala Lumpur & Langkawi

Traveling to Malaysia blends Asian vibes with modern comfort: smooth infrastructure, great service and plenty of family attractions. This Malaysia travel itinerary focuses on two main bases: Sunway / Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi.

The idea is simple:

• Days 1–3: Sunway Lagoon & nearby mall (Kuala Lumpur).
• Days 4–7: Langkawi – beaches, cable car, boat tour & aquarium.
• Days 8–10 (or 8–14): Kuala Lumpur city highlights, towers, caves & shopping.

You can use this as a solid 10-day Malaysia itinerary or add 2–4 extra “buffer” days for slower travel, extra shopping or simply more pool time.

These internal guides give you more detail about each attraction mentioned in this Malaysia itinerary:

• Flights to Malaysia »
• Best Malaysia hotels »
• Transport in Malaysia »
• Sunway Lagoon guide »
• Langkawi Cable Car & Sky Bridge »
• Kilim Geoforest Park boat tour »
• Underwater World Langkawi »
• Petronas Twin Towers (KLCC) »
• KL Tower »
• Genting Highlands »
• i-City Shah Alam »
• Aquaria KLCC »
• Batu Caves »
• Central Market KL »
• Kidzania KL »

Getting to Malaysia is easy with direct or one-stop routes on airlines like Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad, Kuwait Airways and others. Most international flights land in Kuala Lumpur (KUL).

For domestic flights between Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi, budget options such as AirAsia and Batik Air offer multiple flights per day (about 1 hour).

📌 Family cost (4 people, international trips): ~1200 – 1600 USD
👉 Detailed flights guide »

For a smooth Malaysia travel itinerary for families, consider:

• Days 1–3: Sunway Lagoon Resort (near KL) – you’re right beside the theme park.
• Days 4–7: Langkawi (Pantai Cenang) – beachfront resorts close to restaurants and shops.
• Days 8–10 (or 8–14): Kuala Lumpur city – stay near KLCC / Twin Towers or Bukit Bintang.

📌 Family cost (10 nights): ~1100 – 1400 USD
👉 Best Malaysia hotels »

Within cities, these options work best for a family Malaysia trip plan:

• 🚘 Private car / driver – most comfortable if you have kids or lots of luggage.
• 📱 Grab app – cheap ride-hailing, perfect for short trips in KL and Langkawi.
• 🚉 MRT / LRT – very useful in central Kuala Lumpur.

Between Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi, the fastest option is a domestic flight (~1 hour).

📌 Transport budget (family): ~500 – 1000 USD
👉 Transport in Malaysia »

This Malaysia travel itinerary (10–14 days) balances theme parks, beaches, shopping, and cultural visits. Below is the core 10-day version. To make it a 14-day trip, simply add 1–2 free days in Langkawi and 1–2 free days in Kuala Lumpur for shopping and rest.

Days 1–3 – Sunway Lagoon (near Kuala Lumpur)

• Day 1 – Arrival in KL + Sunway Pyramid Mall
  Land in Kuala Lumpur, transfer to your hotel near Sunway Lagoon, and spend the evening exploring Sunway Pyramid Mall. Approx. budget: ~100 USD for food, transport and light activities.
• Day 2 – Sunway Lagoon (full day)
  A must-do for families in any Malaysia itinerary – water park, rides, kids’ zones and plenty of shaded areas. 👉 More details in the Sunway Lagoon guide »
  Approx. budget: ~160 USD.
• Day 3 – Sunway Lagoon + family dinner
  Second day in the park (or half-day) plus relaxed mall time and a nice family dinner. Approx. budget: ~120 USD.

Days 4–7 – Langkawi (beaches & nature)

• Day 4 – Flight to Langkawi + Pantai Cenang
  Fly from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi (~1 hour), check into your hotel in Pantai Cenang and enjoy a sunset walk on the beach. Approx. budget: ~200 USD.
• Day 5 – Langkawi Cable Car & Sky Bridge
  Head to the Langkawi Cable Car & Sky Bridge for epic island and sea views. 👉 Full details in the Cable Car guide »
  Approx. budget: ~180 USD.
• Day 6 – Kilim Geoforest Park boat tour
  Explore mangroves, caves and eagles in Kilim Karst Geoforest Park. 👉 See the Kilim boat tour guide »
  Approx. budget: ~220 USD.
• Day 7 – Underwater World + beach day
  Visit Underwater World Langkawi in the morning, then relax by the beach or pool. 👉 Details in the Underwater World guide »
  Approx. budget: ~160 USD.

Days 8–10 – Kuala Lumpur city highlights

• Day 8 – KLCC Park + fountains
  Return to Kuala Lumpur and spend an easy day around KLCC Park, the Petronas Twin Towers and the evening fountains. 👉 See the Twin Towers guide »
  Approx. budget: ~180 USD.
• Day 9 – Petronas Towers + Aquaria KLCC
  Visit the observation deck at the Petronas Towers, then head to Aquaria KLCC for an indoor family-friendly attraction. 👉 Details in the Aquaria KLCC guide »
  Approx. budget: ~200 USD.
• Day 10 – KL Tower + Batu Caves + markets or Genting
  Combine KL Tower views, a visit to Batu Caves and some time at Central Market, or use this day for a full trip to Genting Highlands instead. 👉 More info: KL Tower », Batu Caves », Central Market », Genting Highlands »
  Approx. budget: ~220 USD.

📌 Total rough budget (family of 4, excluding flights): around 3800 – 4600 USD (can be lower or higher depending on hotel category, activities and shopping). Within that, the activities budget alone is usually around 800 – 1100 USD.

🏙️ Kuala Lumpur

• Pavilion KL – major mall in Bukit Bintang. 👉 Details »
• Suria KLCC – under the Twin Towers. 👉 Details »
• Central Market – local crafts and souvenirs. 👉 Details »

🌴 Langkawi

• Cenang Mall – convenient for basics and casual shopping. 👉 Details »
• Langkawi duty-free shops – good for chocolates and gifts. 👉 Details »

📌 Shopping budget: around 200 – 400 USD, depending on how much you plan to buy.

🍛 Famous Malaysian dishes

• Nasi Lemak – coconut rice with sambal & side dishes.
• Satay – grilled skewers with peanut sauce.
• Roti Canai – flaky flatbread with curry.

🏙️ Kuala Lumpur restaurants

• Al-Amar KL (Lebanese) – 👉 Details »
• Hadramawt KL (Yemeni / Gulf) – 👉 Details »

🌴 Langkawi restaurants

• Yasmin Restaurant (Syrian) – 👉 Details »
• Orkid Ria Seafood – 👉 Details »

📌 Food cost (family of 4): about 40 – 60 USD per day (roughly 500 – 700 USD total for 10–14 days).

• Book international flights and hotels at least 2–3 months in advance.
• Keep 2–3 buffer days in your Malaysia trip plan for rest or extra shopping.
• Travel light between Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi to make domestic flights easier.

Use these extra guides to fine-tune your Malaysia travel itinerary or plan a longer stay:

• 🇲🇾 Malaysia travel hub – destination overview and key regions.
• ✈️ Flights to Malaysia – routes, airlines and booking tips.
• 🏨 Best Malaysia hotels – family-friendly stays in KL and Langkawi.
• 🚗 Transport in Malaysia – how to use Grab, MRT/LRT and private cars.
• 🎢 Sunway Lagoon guide – full details of the theme park.
• 🌴 Langkawi Cable Car & Sky Bridge – views, tickets and tips.
• 🛶 Kilim Geoforest Park boat tour – mangroves, eagles and caves.

This Malaysia travel itinerary (10–14 days) gives you a clear structure: Sunway Lagoon for theme parks, Langkawi for beaches and nature, and Kuala Lumpur for towers, culture and shopping.

Use it as your base Malaysia trip plan, then adjust the number of days, hotel level and daily budget to match your family or couple style. With a bit of planning, Malaysia can be one of the easiest and most enjoyable trips you take in Southeast Asia.