Malaysia is a medley. The nostalgic feel of its vibrant Southeast Asian port scene and colonial “hill stations” contrasts the Sabah and Sarawak’s virgin jungles, and the Langkawi’s alluring beaches and overwater villas.  Malaysia presents an interesting frontier, with its’ fascinating mix of history in peninsular Malaysia, and untouched wilderness of Malaysian Borneo.

• In the undisturbed, virgin jungles of Sarawak, meet the tribal Iban people in their longhouses. Traditional indigo tattoos, which can cover the elder Iban men from head to toe, are a sublime form of decoration and story-telling.  Join these former headhunters in their daily activities of fishing, setting traps for wild boar, weaving, basket making, bird watching, and animist rituals.
• See renowned street art in colonial Georgetown, on Penang Island in peninsular Malaysia.  This former British colony is now a hotbed in the international art scene. Relax in your luxurious suite in a converted 18^th century mansion this evening, where each room is designed by a different artist.
• Explore the largest cave system in the world in Mulu!  Hike past lush tropical jungle flora of the 130 million year-old rainforest. Marvel at the unique pitcher plants, wild orchids and raffalesia - the largest flower in the world.  Swim in the cool natural pools and see about 2 million bats leaving the caves in search of food at sunset.
• Relax in modern luxury in the high-rises of glittering Kuala Lumpur, with its mouth-watering combination of culinary traditions from across Asia.

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