If the journey is part of the joy for you, consider spending a few nights on a luxurious train. A rail journey aboard the classic Eastern & Oriental Express from Singapore to Penang will take you all the way through Malaysia. We recommend the 6-day journey on which you’ll stop for the day in Kuala Lumpur, overnight in the Cameron Highlands, and have a full day to see one of our favourite parts of Malaysia: Penang.
As of 2025, we are not currently working with any boats for overnight travel in western Malaysia but if this appeals, please reach out and we’ll advise what might be on offer.