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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Start your tour in the capital and get your bearings around the iconic Petronas Twin Towers. The Bukit Bintang neighbourhood is great for street food like nasi lemak and char kway teow. Stock up on cycling gear at the shops around Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim before heading out.
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Putrajaya, Malaysia
Just 25km south of KL, Putrajaya is a purpose-built federal capital with wide, well-paved roads perfect for cycling. The Putrajaya Lake and its iconic pink mosque Masjid Putra are stunning landmarks to visit. The area is relatively flat and uncrowded, making it a gentle warm-up ride.
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Seremban, Malaysia
The capital of Negeri Sembilan is known for its Minangkabau architecture and spicy Negeri Sembilan cuisine. Try the famous soto and beef rendang in the local markets. Rolling hills and palm oil plantations make for scenic cycling terrain heading south.
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Malacca, Malaysia
This UNESCO World Heritage city is packed with Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial history along its famous Jonker Street. Explore the old town by bike — it's perfectly sized for cycling through its narrow, colourful lanes. Don't miss the chicken rice balls and cendol dessert that the city is famous for.
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Muar, Malaysia
Known as the food capital of Johor, Muar is famous for its mee bandung and otak-otak fish cake. The riverfront promenade along Sungai Muar is a pleasant cycling route through a laid-back riverside town. The colonial-era Sultan Ibrahim Jamek Mosque is a beautiful highlight here.
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Johor Bahru, Malaysia
The southernmost major city in Peninsular Malaysia sits just across the causeway from Singapore. Cycle along the Danga Bay waterfront for great views of the Strait of Johor. The Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple and vibrant Jalan Wong Ah Fook street food scene are must-visits.
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Mersing, Malaysia
This small coastal town on the east coast of Johor is the gateway to the beautiful Tioman and Perhentian islands. The coastal road north from Johor Bahru offers lush jungle scenery and relatively light traffic. Rest up here before tackling the more challenging east coast terrain heading north.
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Kuantan, Malaysia
The capital of Pahang state sits on the east coast with beautiful beaches like Teluk Chempedak just minutes from the city centre. The Sultan Ahmad Shah State Mosque is one of the most photographed landmarks in Malaysia. Fresh seafood by the beach is an absolute must after a long day of cycling.
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Cherating, Malaysia
A small beach village famous for sea turtle nesting and a laid-back hippie vibe popular with backpackers. The beach road here is flat and breezy, ideal for easy cycling along the South China Sea coastline. Stay in a beachside chalet and enjoy fresh coconuts and grilled fish after your rides.
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Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia
The cultural heart of the east coast, Kuala Terengganu features the stunning Crystal Mosque on Wan Man Island and a vibrant Chinatown. The Pasar Payang central market is the best place to pick up batik fabric and local snacks like keropok lekor fish crackers. Cycling around the island and riverfront is scenic and relaxing.
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Kota Bharu, Malaysia
The northernmost east coast city is deeply rooted in Malay culture, with traditional shadow puppet shows and top-spinning competitions. The central market is one of Malaysia's best, brimming with local produce, spices, and handcrafted goods. From here you can decide to cross into Thailand or loop back inland through the jungle.
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Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
One of Malaysia's most scenic highland regions, Cameron Highlands sits at around 1,500m elevation with cool temperatures and rolling tea plantations. The climb up is challenging but rewarded with stunning views of the BOH Tea Estate and strawberry farms. Enjoy a cup of freshly brewed highland tea and scones before descending.
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Ipoh, Malaysia
Ipoh is widely regarded as Malaysia's street food capital, with its famous white coffee, dim sum, and bean sprout chicken drawing food lovers nationwide. The old town features stunning colonial-era architecture and vibrant street art murals perfect for a leisurely cycling exploration. Nearby limestone cave temples like Sam Poh Tong are otherworldly cycling detours.
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Penang, Malaysia
George Town is a UNESCO World Heritage city and the undisputed street food capital of Southeast Asia — try char kway teow, asam laksa, and rojak. The island is very bikeable with a well-known cycling circuit around the perimeter passing fishing villages, beaches, and jungle. The street art scene and heritage shophouses of George Town make for a wonderful urban cycling experience.
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Langkawi, Malaysia
Take the ferry from Penang to this stunning duty-free island archipelago known for its white sand beaches and mangrove forests. The island is very cycling-friendly with well-paved roads looping past Eagle Square, the Sky Bridge, and the Kilim Geoforest Park. Rent snorkelling gear and explore the crystal-clear waters on your rest days.
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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Fly across to Sabah's capital on the island of Borneo for a completely different cycling landscape of jungle, mountains, and coastline. The waterfront night market is legendary for fresh seafood grilled right in front of you. Use KK as a base to cycle out to the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park and villages on the outskirts.
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Sandakan, Malaysia
Cycle through Sabah's jungle interior to reach Sandakan, the gateway to the world-famous Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. The road from Kota Kinabalu passes through stunning rainforest and offers chances to spot proboscis monkeys and hornbills along the way. The Sandakan Death March memorial is a powerful and moving historical site to visit.
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Kuching, Malaysia
Fly to Sarawak's charming capital, known as the City of Cats, and base yourself for exploration of the surrounding rainforest and national parks. The Kuching Waterfront is a gorgeous cycling strip lined with colonial buildings, temples, and food stalls serving Sarawak laksa. Day trips by bike to Bako National Park and the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre are unforgettable highlights.