If you’re looking for an unforgettable school rugby tour to a far-flung destination that mixes sporting experiences with the opportunity to broaden your students’ horizons, look no further than Malaysia!
School Rugby Tour to Malaysia
They love rugby in Malaysia and even invented rugby tens! Sevens and union are also a big deal here and the sport is extremely popular in schools. This means there’ll be no shortage of good opposition for your team to take on during their tour.
On your school rugby tour to Malaysia you’ll take in diverse culture, sandy beaches, historic towns and urban metropolises. You’ll have the opportunity to see Kuala Lumpur, the country’s high-rise capital and one of Southeast Asia’s most important economic centres. You’ll also visit Penang, the country’s gastronomic capital, and historic Malacca.
School Rugby Tour to Malaysia
From
£1815PP
12 days, 10 nights
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Overnight travel
Day 2
Morning
Arrive in Kuala Lumpur
Meet guide and travel to Malacca
Afternoon
Check in to accommodation
Afternoon at leisure to explore local area
Evening
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 3
Morning
Morning training session
Afternoon
Friendly fixture
Evening
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 4
Morning
Check out of accommodation
Guided tour of the historic city
Afternoon
Transfer to Kuala Lumpur
Stop en-route at Cheng Hoon Teng temple
Evening
Check in to accommodation
Traditional Malaysian meal with entertainment
Day 5
Morning
Friendly fixture
Afternoon
Afternoon refreshments with hosts
Evening
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 6
Morning
Half-day city tour of Kuala Lumpur
Afternoon
Training session
Evening
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 7
Morning
Morning at leisure
Afternoon
Friendly fixture followed by light refreshments
Evening
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 8
Morning
Check out of accommodation
Depart overland to Penang
Afternoon
Arrive in Penang and check in to accommodation
Evening
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 9
Morning
Morning at leisure
Afternoon
Friendly fixture followed by light refreshments
Evening
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 10
Morning
Half-day city tour of Penang
Afternoon
Afternoon at leisure
Evening
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 11
Morning
Check out of accommodation
Afternoon
Transfer to Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Evening
Return travel to UK
Day 12
Morning
Arrive back in UK
Afternoon
Evening
- 9 nights' half-board accommodation
- Return flights to Malaysia
- x 4 friendly fixtures against local teams with refreshments
- x 2 self-led training sessions
- All tours and transfers as per itinerary on private basis
- English-speaking guide assistance throughout tour
- All entrance fees at places specified in itinerary
- Detailed information pack
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Itinerary planning service
- VAT
Accommodation
Hotel Equatorial Melaka
This elegant 5 * hotel is very centrally located, just a short walk from Malacca's shopping and entertainment districts. The hotel's 22 storeys boast excellent facilities including several restaurants serving both local and international cuisine - you can even try the famous Malaysian street food in the hotel!There's a lovely outdoor swimming pool and tennis court, as well as a fully-equipped fitness centre. The hotel also boasts a spa. Your room will have a view over either the Straits of Malacca or historic St. Paul's Hill. You'll also have WiFi access, air-conditioning and a private bathroom.
Swiss-Garden Hotel, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Just a short walk from Kuala Lumpur's famous Chinatown, this hotel is modern and elegant. There's free Wi-Fi available throughout, as well as air-conditioning. All guestrooms benefit from a private bathroom. The on-site restaurant offers both Malaysian hawker-style dishes and international cuisine.
Rainbow Paradise Beach Resort – Penang
This lovely hotel is located in Tanjung Bungah, just 45 minutes from Penang's international airport and in between George Town (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Batu Ferringhi. All guestrooms benefit from their own private balcony with beautiful views over the ocean or the surrounding hills. Each room also has a private bathroom. The facilities are excellent, with a stunning outdoor swimming pool (surrounded by palm trees), tennis court, gym, beachfront volleyball court and even a watersports centre. There are also a number of cafes and restaurants to choose from. The beach side bar and restaurant offers tropical drinks and snacks, there's a lounge serving afternoon tea and cakes, and a restaurant serving Asian and international cuisine. So you certainly won't go hungry here!
Excursions
Kuala Lumpur City Tour
The KL Half Day City tour is the best way to explore the city’s most important sightseeing attractions. The first stop on this excursion is Masjid Jamek – the oldest mosque in Kuala Lumpur – which is set in a grove of palm trees.
Penang City Tour
Visit the Fort Cornwallis and the Street of Harmony, where you will experience Malaysia’s wonderful multiculturalism. Discover the importance of Penang’s Chinese community by visiting Khoo Khongsi, one of the largest Chinese clan houses in Penang. Khoo Khongsi consists of a complex of buildings including a temple, theatre and rowhouses. You’ll also visit Chew Jitty, the Chinese stilted community. Your final stop will be Wat Chayamankalaram, home to one of the world’s largest reclining Buddha.
Malacca City Tour
We start with a visit to St. Peter’s Church which was built in 1710, the oldest in the country that is still being used today.
Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
Malaysia’s oldest traditional Chinese temple is the recipient of a UNESCO award for outstanding architectural restoration and highlights the importance of the Chinese community in the historic city of Malacca.
Supporting you every step of the way
Creating your perfect sports tour
Your quote will be put together by an experienced Tour Adviser who’ll be an expert in school sports tours and will know the destination really well too. They’ll work with you to create a tour to suit your group’s needs and meet your tour objectives.
Launching your tour to parents and students
The next step is to get your tour approved and then get students signed up to it. Our ‘Trip Launch Pack’ will help you with this step. Here you’ll find loads of resources (all free to download) designed to make your life easier at this crucial point in the planning process.
After you’ve booked
Once you’ve booked, your dedicated Itinerary Coordinator will start working on the finer details. They’ll make sure your itinerary makes the most of your time and they’ll take on most of the admin tasks for your tour (making the whole process a lot less stressful for you).
Support while you’re away
While you’re out on tour, we’ll be at the end of the phone 24 hours a day to provide support should you need it. We’ll also send you a final info pack before you go and you’ll be able to access all your tour documents via the free Vamoos app.
After your trip
When you return from your sports tour, we’ll ask you to complete a detailed feedback survey, which helps us continue to improve the service we offer. And we can start planning your next tour too, so you can give parents plenty of time to pay for it (and so it’s less stressful for you).
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