Old and new collide in Malaysia’s capital city of Kuala Lumpur. Heavy, metal high-rises tower over colorful markets. Hawkers peddle their wares on the steps of high-end shopping malls and modern restaurants. Malaysian tigers prowl the dense, exotic jungles just outside the city, and equally exotic islands are just a boat ride away.

Known as “KL” by local residents, Kuala Lumpur boasts an impressive array of sightseeing attractions, including the nearly 1,479-foot-tall (451-meter-tall) Petronas Twin Towers, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the National Mosque of Malaysia. The cuisine is highly influenced by both Indian and Chinese flavors, though much of the street food reflects Javanese, Arabian, Thai, Sumatran and Japanese.

On top of other exciting excursions, Platinum Members will be treated to an exclusive, per-person tour on Day 3 (9 a.m. to noon). Visit the School of Hard Knocks*, the world’s largest pewter maker at the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre. Discover the art of smithing and then enjoy a tea break — you can even bring your creation home with you.

*Must be at least 3 years old to participate in this excursion. Children between 3 and 11 years old will require parental supervision during the pewter-making activity.

Day 3: Half-day School of Hard Knocks Platinum tour; includes transportation.
• 9 a.m. – noon: Stop at Istana Negara, the King’s palace, then visit the School of Hard Knocks.

Life is great when you’re a Platinum Member!

Day 1

Arrive at the airport and transfer to the hotel at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. or 6 p.m.
Check into the hotel at any time after 2 p.m.
9 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Visit the welcome table in the hotel lobby.
Welcome drink upon arrival.
7-10 p.m.: Welcome international buffet dinner in the hotel’s function room.

Day 2

6:30-8:45 a.m.: International buffet breakfast at the hotel.
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Full-day cultural tour; includes lunch, transportation and gratuities for the guide and driver.
• 9 a.m.: Pickup from the hotel for your tour.
• Visit the Batu Caves.
• Stop at Istana Negara, Malaysia’s former national palace and now the Royal Museum.
• Visit the observation deck at Kuala Lumpur Tower for panoramic views of the city.
• Enjoy an international buffet lunch at Atmosphere 360 Revolving Restaurant, KL Tower.
• Visit Dataran Merdeka (Independence Square) and see the Victoria Fountain, St. Mary’s Cathedral and the famed 328-foot (100-meter) flagpole.
• Visit Kuala Lumpur City Gallery (also in Independence Square).
• Stop at the Petronas Twin Towers for a photo opportunity.
• 5 p.m.: Return to the hotel.
7 p.m.: Malaysian-style buffet dinner at a local restaurant; includes a cultural performance.

Day 3

6:30-10:30 a.m.: International buffet breakfast at the hotel.
A day at your leisure.

Day 4

6:30-10:30 a.m.: International buffet breakfast at the hotel.
The rest of the morning at your leisure until checkout and your flight. 
Check out of the hotel by noon.
Transfer to the airport at 6 a.m., 9 a.m., noon or 3 p.m.

Itinerary subject to change.

Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur is conveniently located near many of the city’s most popular shopping and entertainment destinations, including Starhill Gallery, Lot 10, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Changkat Bukit Bintang. Guests enjoy elegantly styled accommodations, a generous buffet breakfast and welcome drinks upon arrival.

Hotel features:
• 4 restaurants and 2 bars.
• Free-form outdoor pool.
• Ayer Spa and fitness center.
• Tennis court.

Deluxe Room accommodations with:
• 1 double bed or single beds.
• Maximum occupancy 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child.
• Air conditioning.
• Hairdryer.
• Coffee- and tea-maker.
• Complimentary guest-room refrigerator.
• Minibar upon request (consumption at an additional cost).
• Color television.
• Complimentary Wi-Fi.

Check-in: 2 p.m.
Checkout: noon.
Minimum check-in age is 21.

Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur
73 Jalan Raja Chulan
Kuala Lumpur 50200, Malaysia

Please note: The hotel requires a security and incidentals deposit upon check-in. The deposit is 1,000 Malaysian ringgits per room, per stay. You will be required to provide the hotel with a debit or credit card to cover the deposit amount. This deposit and any incidental charges at the hotel by individual members are the member’s responsibility. Any such incidental charges may result in a charge by the hotel against the debit or credit card you provided to the hotel. If you have additional questions or concerns regarding the security and incidentals deposit, please contact the hotel.

Adult and children’s pricing may vary depending on the travel date. Click BOOK IT for detailed pricing information.

We base children’s pricing on their age at the time of travel. Their reservation has to be booked and paid for in order for you to check them in.

Please remember to book a reservation for everyone you’re bringing along on your DreamTrip before you travel. Otherwise, they’ll be charged the hotel’s prevailing rate, not the trip price.

Please note: The hotel requires a security and incidentals deposit upon check-in. The deposit is 1,000 Malaysian ringgits per room, per stay. You will be required to provide the hotel with a debit or credit card to cover the deposit amount. This deposit and any incidental charges at the hotel by individual members are the member’s responsibility. Any such incidental charges may result in a charge by the hotel against the debit or credit card you provided to the hotel. If you have additional questions or concerns regarding the security and incidentals deposit, please contact the hotel.

Cancellation Policy*: If you cancel 36 days or more before the start date of your trip, you’ll get a full refund. If you cancel within 35 days of the start date of your trip, your trip will not be refunded.

*This cancellation policy is subject to rules and regulations in applicable jurisdictions in which our travel supplier is based. Therefore, in the event of conflict between the cancellation policy displayed here and cancellation terms in supplier booking terms, the provisions of the booking terms will prevail.

Name Change Policy: If you change any name(s) on your booking 30 days or more before the start date of your trip, you’ll be charged a fee of US$50 per name change. Name changes are not permitted within 30 days of the start date of your trip.

Welcome DreamTrip Eligibility Policy: The new member rate is available for members who book their first Welcome DreamTrip within 90 days of joining the DreamTrips community. The special new-member rate only applies to your first Welcome DreamTrip booking, and only if booked within the first 90 days of membership. Members not in that window can book a Welcome DreamTrip for the higher, existing member rate, which can be viewed in the drop-down menu. If you book your Welcome DreamTrip at the new member rate but are outside of your 90-day window of eligibility, we will email you to collect the difference between the new member rate and the member rate. You must pay the difference within 72 hours or your reservation will be canceled.

Members can’t combine DreamTrips Points. Your membership level determines the maximum amount of DreamTrips Points you can use. If you have more than 50 Rovia Bucks, you can apply them in the checkout process.

Contact Travel Support if you have special requests regarding bedding, meals or medical needs, or any other questions about this trip.

At the time of booking, you will see a page with your order number and trip cost. This is your confirmation. Please retain and bring this information with you on your trip.

Hotel/resort credits and/or discounts cannot be converted to cash, and any not used during your stay will expire immediately upon your departure. Member is responsible for paying any taxes that may be added to items purchased with hotel/resort credit.

In the unfortunate event that an activity or excursion is no longer available, we will substitute a similar activity of equal or greater value.

Make sure that your passport and visa, if applicable, are up-to-date before you leave! It’s important to double check that you have all the identification and other documentation required by the specific country you’re traveling to. In many countries, passports and visas must be valid for 6 months or longer after the trip end date. If you are unable to obtain the required identification and other documentation, the Cancellation Policy for this DreamTrip will apply.

Please note: Due to contractual supplier policies, we may not be able to confirm requested name or room changes to existing bookings for trips that are scheduled to travel within 30 days of your request.

Members with additional people in the room, not booked prior to travel, will be charged the hotel’s prevailing rate, not the trip price.

Pricing shown is for each person, and is based on 2 adults per room.

Please don’t consider your change requests official until you receive a confirmation email from us.