The Best Family-Friendly Organized Tours to Malaysia

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

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Looking for an incredible family getaway that checks all the boxes? Whether you're traveling with your younger adventurers or simply craving a well-organized tour that caters to every member of the family, we've found the best selection of organized and guided tours for your next family vacation. By analyzing all of the tours, holiday packages, and guided vacations in Malaysia, we've found the best among all the options based on price, ratings, amenities, destinations, activities, and more. This way, you'll have a stress-free and memorable family holiday experience where you can focus on having fun and spending time with your family. So why wait? Take the leap, book your tour to Malaysia today, and get ready for an incredible journey filled with laughter, love, and memories that will last a lifetime.


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  • 9 Days, $1710.00

  • 9 Days, $1871.02
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The Best Family-Friendly Tours through Malaysia

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Organized by STM Tours LLC 6 Days Start/End in Penang Island 1 Destinations
  • On Sale: 5% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Malaysia.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

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Age Range: 2 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $101

This tour visits Penang Island.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By STM Tours LLC



$640 $608
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 9 Days Start/End in Kota Kinabalu 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Malaysia.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Animal Lovers

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Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $152

This tour visits Kota Kinabalu, Poring, Sandakan, and Sepilok.

  • Wildlife
  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$1,368
on TourRadar

Organized by STM Tours LLC 9 Days Start/End in Kuala Lumpur 4 Destinations
  • On Sale: 5% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Malaysia.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

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Age Range: 2 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 40
Price per Day: $198

This tour visits Kuala Lumpur, Taman Negara, Cameron Highlands, and Penang Island.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By STM Tours LLC



$1,871 $1,777
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 10 Days Start/End in Kota Kinabalu 5 Destinations
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Animal Lovers

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Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $210

This tour visits Kota Kinabalu, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Sepilok, Sandakan, and Dinawan Island.

  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$2,095
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 9 Days Start/End in Kota Kinabalu 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Malaysia.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $190

This tour visits Kota Kinabalu, Poring, Sandakan, and Sepilok.

  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$1,710
on TourRadar

Organized by Exodus Adventure Travels 12 Days Start/End in Kota Kinabalu 6 Destinations
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • Adventure Travelers

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Age Range: 9 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 9
Price per Day: $238

This tour visits Kota Kinabalu, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary, Sandakan, Manukan Island, and Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

  • Wildlife
  • Family
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Exodus Adventure Travels
Exodus Adventure Travels is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$2,850
on TourRadar

Organized by Odynovo 11 Days Kuala Lumpur to Penang Island 7 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 1 to 85
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $220

This tour visits Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Taman Negara, Cameron Highlands, Ipoh, Kuala Kangsar, and Penang Island.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Odynovo
Odynovo is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. While the prices may be a bit higher than average, the group size is usually small, giving travelers a more personalized experience. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$2,424
on TourRadar

Organized by Agate Travel 10 Days Kuala Lumpur to Penang Island 5 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

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Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 4
Price per Day: $406

This tour visits Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Taman Negara, Cameron Highlands, and Penang Island.

  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Agate Travel
Agate Travel is a large multi-national travel company which offers trips to destinations around the world. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. Most of the tours provided by Agate Travel are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service.



$4,059
on TourRadar

Organized by Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel 4 Days Singapore to Kuala Lumpur 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Malaysia.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 2 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $163

This tour visits Singapore, Johor Bahru, Malacca, and Kuala Lumpur.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel
Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Malaysia and Singapore. The small group sizes, often less than 11, make for a very personal experience. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time.



$653
on TourRadar

Organized by Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel 7 Days Singapore to Penang Island 7 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Malaysia.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 2 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $187

This tour visits Singapore, Johor Bahru, Malacca, Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands, Penang Island, and Georgetown.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel
Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Malaysia and Singapore. The small group sizes, often less than 11, make for a very personal experience. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time.



$1,306
on TourRadar

Why does Malaysia appeal to families?

Malaysia appeals to families for its unique mix of cultural experiences, child-friendly attractions, and safe, welcoming environment. Tours to the region offer a perfect mix of family relaxation and adventure in an affordable package, as there's something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, family-friendly itineraries make it easy to travel stress-free while creating lasting memories together.

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How much do family-friendly tours to Malaysia cost?

The average daily price of Family-Friendly Tours in Malaysia is $231 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Family-Friendly Tours in Malaysia here.


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$231
Average Price Per Day
12
Tours Analyzed
4.7
Average Rating
7
Tour Companies
17
Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Family-Friendly Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer family-friendly tours in Malaysia. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel logo Intrepid Travel is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Australia, Thailand, Tanzania, and Italy. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, snorkelling, kayaking, cooking classes, island hopping, white water rafting, surfing, horse riding, whale watching, and bird watching.

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Agate Travel

Agate Travel is a large multi-national travel company which offers tours to destinations around the world. Some of their most popular destinations include India, China, Thailand, and Mongolia. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Most of the tours provided by Agate Travel are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service. Travelers usually enjoy the tour activities such as island hopping, bird watching, and camping.

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Odynovo

Odynovo is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include China, Vietnam, Thailand, and India. While the prices may be a bit higher than average, the group size is usually small, giving travelers a more personalized experience. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as surfing, snorkelling, camel riding, and water sports.

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Exodus Adventure Travels

Exodus Adventure Travels is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Italy, France, Spain, and India. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, kayaking, island hopping, and cooking classes.

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Family-Friendly Destinations in Malaysia

Wondering where family-friendly tours visit in Malaysia? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia and its a cosmopolitan city with a modern and vibrant skyline. The city is a popular destination with backpackers, families, and international travelers who come to see the mix of cultures and dynamic neighborhoods. You'll find many colonial-era buildings as well as the striking Petronas Twin Towers, which offers an observation deck and viewing area.

This family-friendly city includes a surprising number of opportunities to experience wildlife. There's an aquarium, petting zoos, and places to see the wild monkeys. There are also large playgrounds including one by the Petronas Towers. Kids will also enjoy exploring the Botanical Gardens, Butterfly Park, and the Forest Eco Park.

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Other popular destinations for family-friendly tours through Malaysia include Malacca, Penang Island, Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, and Taman Negara.


Family-Friendly Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

When deciding between a self-planned trip and an organized tour, remember to evaluate the key features of each travel style.

Pros
  • Everything is planned for you.
  • Guides make destinations more engaging.
  • See the highlights efficiently.
  • Meet other families on the tour.
  • Less stress navigating unfamiliar areas.
  • Family-friendly activities are included.
  • No transportation worries.
  • Access to special experiences.
Cons
  • Fixed schedules limit flexibility.
  • Tours can be more expensive.
  • Sharing with strangers may feel less personal.
  • Limited time at attractions.
  • Activities may not fit your interests.
  • Meals might not suit your preferences.
  • Busy days can tire out kids.


Pros
  • Plan everything to fit your needs.
  • Save money by choosing budget options.
  • Focus on what your family enjoys most.
  • Discover hidden gems and go off-script.
  • Bond while planning and traveling together.
  • Engage with locals at your own pace.
  • Eat where you want, when you want.
  • Balance sightseeing with rest.
Cons
  • Planning takes a lot of time.
  • You might miss important attractions.
  • Arranging logistics can be stressful.
  • Hard to balance too much or too little.
  • Emergencies are harder to handle.
  • Language barriers may create issues.
  • Costs can be unpredictable.
  • Harder to meet other traveling families.


Which is cheaper?

Is independent travel less expensive than booking guided family-friendly tours? The answer varies. Organized tours package essential services like accommodations, transport, meals, entrance fees, and activities into a single price, while independent travel involves booking each aspect separately. To assess which is more economical, compare the tour price with what you'd spend arranging everything yourself. If you prioritize budget options or premium experiences, the cost comparison could swing either way. Always review the details of what's included in the tour package to decide.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

More Tour Options

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Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Kuala Lumpur, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Kuala Lumpur, The Best 10-Day Tours from Kota Kinabalu, or The Best 2-Week Tours from Kuala Lumpur for more package tour options.

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