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Medan in 1 day

If you only have 1 day to spend in Medan, we’ve narrowed down the top places you should check out to get the best experience of your time here.
Medan is a major gateway to North Sumatra’s natural and cultural highlights, including Lake Toba, Berastagi’s highland scenery, and nearby orangutan-watching in Bukit Lawang. In the city, you can see Dutch colonial architecture alongside landmarks like Maimun Palace and the Grand Mosque. Medan is also known across Indonesia for its diverse food scene, shaped by Batak, Chinese, Indian, and Malay influences. With good air and road connections, it works well as both a brief stopover and a base for exploring the region.
With favorites like Tong's Cafe, Nasi Goreng Komdak (கொம்டாக் ஃபிரைடு ரைஸ்), and Nelayan Mie Jaring, we’ll make sure you don’t miss out on all the must sees. We even included some of our favorite food spots around the area, like Nasi Goreng Komdak (கொம்டாக் ஃபிரைடு ரைஸ்) and Nelayan Mie Jaring so you can get the best taste of Medan while you’re here. To see our full list of food recommendations, check out our best restaurants post. If you're traveling on a budget, you can check out our cheap eats post.
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With only 1 day to squeeze in as much activities as you can, we strategically grouped the must-sees, Sun Plaza and Cambridge City Square with surrounding point of interests to make sure you don’t leave Medan without getting the most bang for your time. Combining the average time spent at each location and traveling time in between, it should fill up about 7 hours of your day.
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Sun Plaza

4.6
(29418)
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5.0
(1)
Shopping mall
Sun Plaza is a modern and popular multilevel enclosed mall located in the heart of Medan city. It offers an open, airy feel with contemporary food court and a movie theater. The plaza is currently undergoing renovations to enhance its ambience while still operating as usual. It features a supermarket, department stores, cinema, F&B outlets, local and international fashion brands, banks, money changers, and ATM centers.
Another big shopping mall with many shops, cafes, jewellery and restaurants. Very spacious walking area. Lots of activities and events there. Ample parking area. This mall is next to the biggest mosque in Medan. There's few entrances to this mall.
Noorzidah N — Google review
Great mall, not overcrowded. I came here on Friday around 12 o'clock. You have a lot of shopping possibilities, mostly brands but H&M, Zara and Uniqlo too! Cosmetics, small stalls and there was oj floor floor a food event with Thai and Vietnamese food. The top floor is a good area where you can buy nice food.
Viktoria B — Google review
Sun Plaza is arguably one of the best malls in Medan. It’s a one-stop destination that has everything you need—whether you’re looking for great food, a fun arcade, or a relaxing movie at the cinema. The mall has a nice mix of local and international brands, plus a comfortable layout that makes it easy to spend hours here. Perfect for hanging out with friends, family, or just chilling on your own.
Raymond W — Google review
Morning from Indonesia, travelers Have you ever come to Kopi Fest Indonesia. This event is scheduled from May 28 to May 31, 2025 in Sun Plaza Medan. This mall is really great 👍 . Yesterday, I came to Kopi Fest Indonesia. And it really was fun 🤭😆 . This event features various activities, such as coffee drinking, buying coffee beans, cake tasting, a talk show about coffee science, a barista competition, mocktail making, and more. . And you know, here you can create Latte Art, and brew your own coffee just paying IDR5000 for each feature but you need to register in advance by scanning barcode there. The officials will be guide you, guys. They're friendly. . There so many Bazaars here, such as Otten, Tuku, Kimi (The Bazaars attendant is handsome haha), Breville, BoluMom, Bakeout, Falala and many more. . For Coffee Lovers, I suggest you come here and today is the last day. Just come an join, guys!!!
Aurora H — Google review
Located in the centre of Medan city, this plaza becomes one of Medan people's most favorite place for hanging out with friends or families. This place is very huge and has so many sections of merchants. You can find many renowned shops, boutique, movie theatre and food tenants. The parking area is vast and available in every level, so it won't be hard if we want to reach specific shop in this building. Overall, this place is recommended.
Tri S — Google review
Really Bad Parking System. It's been 45 minutes but we are stuck. Big mall but bad parking system.
Eric W — Google review
Good place to go for shopping here & don’t forget to dine in at Ayam Goreng Kalasan
H H — Google review
One of the modern and exciting shopping mall in the heart of Medan city. It is undergoing major renovation to modernize the ambience but no worries shops are still operating like usual. It has a supermarket, department stores, cinema, F&B outlets, local and international brands of fashion stores, bank, money changer, ATM centers, etc. Sun Plaza offers mall experience to kids to adults. It has spacious parking spaces. Sun can be accessed by public transportation and e-hailing transportation.
Edwin P — Google review
Jl. KH. Zainul Arifin No.7, Madras Hulu, Medan Polonia, Medan City, North Sumatra 20152, Indonesia•https://www.instagram.com/official_sunplaza/•+62 61 4501000•Tips and more reviews for Sun Plaza
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Cambridge City Square

4.3
(22337)
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3.7
(9)
Business park
Shopping mall
Cambridge City Square is a relatively uncrowded mall in Medan, offering a variety of amenities. It features a supermarket, electronic stores, cafes, restaurants, fast food options like Starbucks and more. The mall also houses an ACE Hardware store and offers basement parking. While not as large as other malls in the area, it provides facilities such as a gym and a playground for kids. Additionally, there are plans for a Cinemaxx movie theatre to be constructed soon.
One of many malls in Medan but not as big as others, have 5 floors exclude parking, next to apartment, has gym, supermarket, lift but no theater. Frequently there is bazaar here on the hall (2nd floor) infront of entrance door. For more details please see my photos.
Juliany C — Google review
NEGATIVE: Not suitable for wheelchair users as they have NO RESTROOM FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS. POSITIVE: Their security guards ARE NICE & HELPFUL. One of them: Mr. Andreas Batubara totally help us finding wheelchair. Then patiently wait for our ride and assist my mother to the vehicle. THANK YOU FOR THE KIND SERVICE.
Ria T — Google review
Nice olace as a parking spot, but unfortunately not as a shopping store. Since several years ive neber seen this place full of tenants, only its GF floor has tenants. Stairs and escalators are blocked. Some clothing shop, perfume, small camera repair shop, and a small food vendor. Thia mall haa aeen better days
Emad E — Google review
It's not as crowded compared to other malls. There's decent options for food however I wish there were more. There's no movie hall yet but it's coming soon. There's Ace hardware so you can buy everything for your house. There's berastagi supermarket aswell as matahari for shopping of clothes. There's nice playzone for kids aswell.
Ferus H — Google review
What can be found here? Supermarket, electronic stores, cafes, restaurants, fast food restaurant, Starbucks, food and beverage, ATM gallery, Cinemaxx movie theatre (construction in progress), ACE Hardware, beauty and health store, Sport Station, Family fitness, and more with basement parking lot.
Henry K — Google review
Tokopedia care do not care about the customer. They put customer on hold for a long time. This is our third issues. Our previous two issues were not dealt faily in my point of view. This is our third time trying to resolve issues by trying to communicate to a “human”. Based on our previous experience, Tokopedia personnel does not care to be fair and just try to find the easiest solution. Tokopedia “don’t” care.
Cinere I — Google review
The bird eye view of Medan late at night is beautiful from here. The service is great, the waitress is very friendly. There's live music too. It's a cozy & chill place to go.
Yunita I — Google review
Nice mall. Located on S. Parman street. Many foods here. Also there is Supermarket named Berastagi supermarket. Salon also exist here. There is connecting dopr from Cambridge mall to Cambridge Hotel. Two thumbs up. Musholla located in B3 floor.
Luthfi N — Google review
Jl. S. Parman No.217, Petisah Tengah, Medan Baru, Medan City, North Sumatra 20151, Indonesia•https://www.cambridge.co.id/web/mall/content.php?page=about•Tips and more reviews for Cambridge City Square
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Lippo Plaza Medan

4.4
(6611)
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3.0
(2)
Shopping mall
Lippo Plaza Medan is one of the latest retail centers in Medan, offering a variety of dining options and a few technology stores alongside a fitness center, an imported products supermarket, and a cinema. Despite having some unoccupied areas common for new malls, it provides pleasant food choices and is particularly suitable for dinner outings. The Chinese restaurant on the ground floor tends to be the busiest spot in an otherwise uncrowded mall.
The mall is fine. It's just that because the mall is attached to the campus, I sometimes like to get lost because the path directors confuse me. It should be noted that for a mall, it's small. Because this plaza is attached to a hospital and campus.
Ekin “ — Google review
mostly places to eat less of a destination but if you're in the area or at siloam hospital its a great place to walk around and get a bite...
Jeff M — Google review
As I understand it, one of the newest shopping malls in Medan. Mostly food places and some tech shops as well as a fitness center, a supermarket (with imported products) and a movie theater. Still a lot of unoccupied space, but that is usually so in brandnew malls.
Paul G — Google review
Great plaza, come here often. Open now during pandemic. Many stores already open.
Aryanto — Google review
Nice mall with good food options. Limited shopping but nice for dinner. Not very crowded except for the Chinese restaurant on the ground floor.
Daniel C — Google review
The mall is not busy as others and the tenants also not many as other malls
Christopher G — Google review
Good place for hang out with more food tenant inside.
Odi H — Google review
Modern concept mall with gym, cinemas, restaurants, coffee shop and convinient store inside. Some times conducted events and have nice photo booth theme. One building with SILOAM hospital and University Pelita Harapan Medan. Suitable for family and couples.
Eric T — Google review
Jl. Imam Bonjol No.6, Suka Damai, Medan Polonia, Medan City, North Sumatra 20112, Indonesia•https://www.lippomalls.com/•+62 61 80511111•Tips and more reviews for Lippo Plaza Medan
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Even the most seasoned adventurers need a break to chow down some food. Close to Sun Plaza, these restaurants are about a 1-minute walk away.

Nasi Goreng Komdak (கொம்டாக் ஃபிரைடு ரைஸ்)

4.4
(444)
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4.2
(13)
Nasi goreng restaurant
Diner
Nasi Goreng Komdak is a beloved Indonesian dish that has captured the hearts of many, especially in Medan. This iconic fried rice, often enjoyed as a late-night snack, is named after its original location near Komdak (now Sun Plaza). Known for its rich flavors and delightful aroma, each plate features either chicken or beef topped with a perfectly fried egg cooked in margarine. The addition of "wok hei" gives it an irresistible taste that keeps diners coming back for more.
It's a compulsory fried rice when our family visit Medan....and top it with the fresh orang juice....also try the martabak in the food stall....
Rush 2 — Google review
One of the recommendations for fried rice in the city, delicious fried rice has a distinctive taste, tastes buttery and is wrapped in banana leaves for takeaway, price affordable, service ok The place is also strategic close to sun plaza, tourist attractions and several other culinary places. Definitely worth to try
Sehat S — Google review
One of my fav nasi goreng, they use margarine/butter into it which makes a unique taste and smells good. You also have to try scallop satay, it's very delicious
Lumen N — Google review
Legend cuisine when you visit Medan City. The best food is nasi goreng, served with a delicious crumble or sunny egg. But less people know, the Satay was yummy as well, sold right beside it.
Irwan Z — Google review
People are here for the fried rice (dinner) and it used to be the best. This was during the 90s. The recent dinner there was just ordinary. Order the orange juice here and other side dishes like satay and martabak to complete your meal. Tables may be full on most evenings (weekend).
Jimmy K — Google review
One of the oldest fried rice in Medan city centre. One plate of fried rice comes with topping either chicken or beef, and fried egg costs. It costs Rp16,000 (S$1.60). Fried rice is tasty and full of "wok hei". The egg is fried with margerine and its aroma is awesome. Then, ask for a glass of the coffee shop's fresh orange juice and costs Rp15,000 (S$1.50) Burp....satisfied.
Tin P — Google review
Always my favorite fried rice since i was at senior high school, although the cook has changed. Lol. The portion is not so large so not feel so full
Alex S — Google review
notorious for the generous margarine used to fried the rice... very tasty... the sate kacang is a must try ( lontong is good )
Erwin L — Google review
Jl. Teuku Umar No.45, Madras Hulu, Medan Polonia, Medan City, North Sumatra 20151, Indonesia•+62 822-7713-4283•Tips and more reviews for Nasi Goreng Komdak (கொம்டாக் ஃபிரைடு ரைஸ்)

Nelayan Mie Jaring

4.6
(3951)
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4.0
(401)
$$$$expensive
Dim sum restaurant
Nelayan Jala Jala Sun Plaza is a must-visit restaurant in Medan, located at Jalan K.H. Zainul Arifin No. 7 Sun Plaza Lt.3 C No.38-41. It offers an unbeatable menu of dim sum and a variety of Chinese food, seafood, and Indonesian dishes made from quality ingredients at affordable prices.
I do not know to explain it but this is the best dim sum I ever had. I think they made it with passion, love, and secret ingredients we never know. It filled fully with shrimp and chicken. If yall go to Medan, remember Nelayan.
Fauziah R — Google review
On a Wednesday evening, we dined at a popular Chinese restaurant located in a bustling shopping center in Medan. The restaurant was fairly crowded, adding to the lively atmosphere. We ordered the Peking duck, black pepper beef hotplate rice, and crab xiao long bao. Each dish was delicious, with authentic flavors that truly satisfied. Service was quick, though it felt a bit intrusive, with too many servers approaching to offer additional items while we were eating. The drink selection was limited to pre-packaged options, which was a bit of a letdown, especially for a restaurant of this caliber. Prices were on the higher side, but given the quality, they felt somewhat justified. Overall, this restaurant provides a great Chinese dining experience with quick service, though a bit more discretion from staff and a better drink selection would enhance the experience.
Muhammad A — Google review
Never taste fish fresh and sofft like this before, need to try their mongolian snow fish. Also there is nothing fail with their food and also they serve professional and fast
Pepperidge F — Google review
Everything is ok when it comes to food, a bit pricey. The service was also ok, though we preferred if the waiters / waitresses were not bombarding us with drinks, dimsums, etc. when we just seated and didn't have the chance to look for menu on the table. It was also weird that someone could come and disturb our dinner by offering a credit card. First time encountered this in any restaurants that were located in an upper class mall.
Nana S — Google review
Very nice food, dim sum and local delights. Clean and satisfied. They've many workers that serve superbly, so even though the queue might be long, you need not wait for too long
Choon W — Google review
Need to queue for empty table around 15-20 minute. Inside layout is very cramp with small gaps between tables. Food are ok, but slightly mediocre if compared how much they charged. Services is friendly but weird. You will get offered different types of food and can't order directly. 1 staff member will come to offer dimsum, you can order dimsum only. Then sushi, etc. 500k ish for 2 adults + 1 kid hardly justified. Better go to Kimukatsu or Sushi Hiro
Henry E — Google review
So delicious you guys! Nelayan is my favorite place to have some dimsum and their incomparable Seafood Fried Rice and Leng Hong Kien. I haven eaten a lot of their yummy foods since forever! Can’t even count. Never bored of their dimsum. Check out the price below. You should try this before you leave the earth lol🤣
Tommy J — Google review
Great varieties of dim sum, with affordable prices. Taste is very good. Yummy. Also, this place might be very good for you for a rookie on dimsum. everythings were good and delish
Respati T — Google review
Sun Plaza, Jl. KH. Zainul Arifin No.7 lt.2, Madras Hulu, Kec. Medan Polonia, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20152, Indonesia•+62 61 4501192•Tips and more reviews for Nelayan Mie Jaring
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Restoran Garuda medan

4.5
(2390)
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3.9
(270)
$$$$affordable
Padang restaurant
Restaurant
Restoran Garuda Medan is a popular spot for those who enjoy spicy Indonesian cuisine. It's known for its air-conditioned environment and excellent service, making it a comfortable place to savor authentic local dishes. As one of the oldest Padang restaurants in Indonesia, it has upheld high standards in both food quality and service. The restaurant offers a wide variety of Padang dishes and operates on a unique serving system where all menu items are brought to your table without needing to order ahead.
Quite expensive but the service is great
Umi D — Google review
Restoran Garuda is one of the oldest Padang Restaurants in Indonesia. Under tight supervision from its management, this restaurant has managed to maintain its standard service and food taste. Frankly speaking, I could still taste its delicacy and feel the cleanliness and comfort of the restaurant when having dinner at this place a week ago. It also provides visitors the smoking room and non-smoking room. Not to mention artistic gazebos in the back yard of the restaurant which are surrounded by beautiful flowers, making it so attractive and exotic. I recommend this restaurant for those who want to experience Padang food sensation.
Tan I — Google review
I would say that the food here is just average. You could have a whole spread of padang dishes from this restaurant but nothing taste extremely good or caught my taste bud. The price for the food is quite steep as well (as compared to other places that I have been to in Medan). Nevertheless, they provide a really good customer services and ambiance. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. Hats off to the management for being able to train all of their staff really well. You could also choose from one of the three type seating offered: air condition/garden view/fan seating. Perhaps, they'll charge differently based on the choice of your seating. All in all, if you would like to enjoy a quite decent padang food with a good ambiance, here could be the right place for you.
Wan A — Google review
The most delicious padang cuisine.
Rahmita R — Google review
Good food and good service
Rosalind C — Google review
An authentic Padang Restaurant in Medan City, have many varieties of Padang Dishes,in this restaurant you will not need to order ahead but they will bring you all the menu that they have. The rules are if you take from 1 plate you need to finish otherwise it will count as 1 even you just take less than half. So remember to choose which food do you want to take. Beside mineral water you can choose some of the beverage, they will serve the dessert in the beginning when they start put all the food on your table. So please choose wisely and if you are on the budget you can ask the price of the food
Komang W — Google review
A place where you can get Padangnese style food. Good location for parking. The restaurant is big, had separate room for air conditioning, also place where you can enjoy man made nature area for dining, and main dining area which is non air conditioning.
Edward H — Google review
One of the branch of the Garuda Padang Restaurant chain. We have not tried any of the restaurant, although there is several in Jakarta. We found that the food taste is good, and properly served. Restaurant is clean, and the servers are prompt and welcoming. Unfortunately we came here from invitation, and therefore do not really know whether it is too expensive / to cheap to eat here.
Ivan A — Google review
Jl. Gajah Mada No.8, Petisah Tengah, Medan Petisah, Medan City, North Sumatra 20152, Indonesia•http://www.restorangaruda.com/•+62 61 4577900•Tips and more reviews for Restoran Garuda medan

Tong's Cafe

4.4
(762)
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4.2
(60)
$$$$affordable
Tofu restaurant
Tong's Cafe is a well-established spot renowned for its soybean milk beverages, including soybean pudding, beancurd, and cendol soya. The menu also features Indonesian, Asian, and Western dishes along with a limited selection of coffee options. The pricing is moderate and payment can be made in cash or electronically. The cafe has undergone improvements in its interior design and offers warm service. Customers have praised the delicious food and signature drinks like the Red Dates Matcha Soya Milk.
Tongs Cafe is very famous for its delicious soya drinks with various flavors. The food provided is also of various types such as Indonesian food, western and others with prices that are not expensive but also not as cheap as angkringan. The place is very comfortable for chatting and elite, yes very elite, just see for yourself 🤣
Stev A — Google review
Been a regular for healthy dessert. Service staff is very friendly and attentive. Kids friendly. Food is very tasty. One of our family's favorite spot. Pricing is upper middle, however it match the service and food quality we had.
Shevy L — Google review
Nice place for a family gathering, with a mini playground and toys for your kids to play with. Food are exceptionally good, the beef steak are much different compared to the local generic variant. Definitely should give it a try.
San S — Google review
Tong's Cafe has been well known for years for their soyabean milk beverage. Other products made form soyabean milk can be tasted here as well, like soyabean pudding, beancurd, cendol soya, etc. They also offer light snacks, main courses from Indonesian, Asian, and Western menu. Taste of the food is good. They also serve limited choices of coffee menu. Pricing is moderate. Payment can be made by cash and electronic modes. Parking is available in front of the restaurant or at the road side.
Edwin P — Google review
This underrated gem has definitely stepped up their standard. From the mildly revamped interior, unique furniture, warm services, and the presentation of the food. We didn't have any complaint on the food, they tasted great! For their signature drink, we ordered Red Dates Matcha Soya Milk, and it's easily the best decision we've made for the lunch experience.
Michael L — Google review
Nice environment, but little bit noisy. Good for family quality time. Food is yummy... recommended.
Rofin B — Google review
Very nice and pleasant place, great atmosphere, great food and good service... See you soon again...
Kăpûěr A — Google review
Tong's gives us quality and comfort. I like all the foods there and the ambience is so nice...I don't mind with the price because they give us quality. I like the Cendol, noodles, fried rice and many more. They also have an area where your kids can play with toys. Two thumbs up! Not to forget, the place is also clean and homey!
DMX — Google review
Jl. Kejaksaan No.7-D, Petisah Tengah, Kec. Medan Petisah, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20112, Indonesia•+62 61 4527907•Tips and more reviews for Tong's Cafe
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  • Medan to Banda Aceh drive
  • Medan to Batu drive
  • Medan to Semarang drive
  • Medan to Prambanan drive
  • Medan to Padang drive
  • Medan to Pekanbaru drive
  • Medan to Palembang drive
  • Medan to Jambi drive
  • Medan to Sabang drive
  • Medan to Borobudur drive

Explore nearby places

  • Medan
  • Berastagi
  • Bayan Lepas
  • Teluk Bahang
  • Taiping
  • Air Itam
  • Batu Ferringhi
  • George Town
  • Tanjung Bungah
  • Kuala Selangor
  • Gopeng
  • Ipoh
  • Tanah Rata
  • Brinchang
  • Shah Alam
  • Pantai Cenang
  • Kuah
  • Batu Caves
  • Petaling Jaya
  • Kuala Lumpur
  • Alor Setar
  • Putrajaya
  • Ampang
  • Genting Highlands
  • Sepang
  • Bentong
  • Port Dickson
  • Melaka
  • Hat Yai
  • Banda Aceh
  • Sabang

All related maps of Medan

  • Map of Medan
  • Map of Berastagi
  • Map of Bayan Lepas
  • Map of Teluk Bahang
  • Map of Taiping
  • Map of Air Itam
  • Map of Batu Ferringhi
  • Map of George Town
  • Map of Tanjung Bungah
  • Map of Kuala Selangor
  • Map of Gopeng
  • Map of Ipoh
  • Map of Tanah Rata
  • Map of Brinchang
  • Map of Shah Alam
  • Map of Pantai Cenang
  • Map of Kuah
  • Map of Batu Caves
  • Map of Petaling Jaya
  • Map of Kuala Lumpur
  • Map of Alor Setar
  • Map of Putrajaya
  • Map of Ampang
  • Map of Genting Highlands
  • Map of Sepang
  • Map of Bentong
  • Map of Port Dickson
  • Map of Melaka
  • Map of Hat Yai
  • Map of Banda Aceh
  • Map of Sabang

Medan throughout the year

  • Medan in January
  • Medan in February
  • Medan in March
  • Medan in April
  • Medan in May
  • Medan in June
  • Medan in July
  • Medan in August
  • Medan in September
  • Medan in October
  • Medan in November
  • Medan in December

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Day itineraries for nearby cities

  • 1-Day Kuala Lumpur Itinerary
  • 1-Day George Town Itinerary
  • 1-Day Melaka Itinerary
  • 1-Day Petaling Jaya Itinerary
  • 1-Day Ipoh Itinerary
  • 1-Day Shah Alam Itinerary
  • 1-Day Putrajaya Itinerary
  • 1-Day Banda Aceh Itinerary
  • 1-Day Hat Yai Itinerary
  • 1-Day Tanah Rata Itinerary
  • 1-Day Alor Setar Itinerary
  • 1-Day Port Dickson Itinerary
  • 1-Day Bentong Itinerary
  • 1-Day Batu Ferringhi Itinerary
  • 1-Day Taiping Itinerary
  • 1-Day Genting Highlands Itinerary
  • 1-Day Kuala Selangor Itinerary
  • 1-Day Sepang Itinerary
  • 1-Day Kuah Itinerary
  • 1-Day Brinchang Itinerary
  • 1-Day Bayan Lepas Itinerary
  • 1-Day Ampang Itinerary
  • 1-Day Tanjung Bungah Itinerary
  • 1-Day Gopeng Itinerary
  • 1-Day Pantai Cenang Itinerary
  • 1-Day Berastagi Itinerary
  • 1-Day Sabang Itinerary
  • 1-Day Batu Caves Itinerary
  • 1-Day Teluk Bahang Itinerary
  • 1-Day Air Itam Itinerary
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