Hi everyone!

My wife, our young child (1.5-year-old), and I will be visiting Malaysia in mid-August for our first trip there.

We've tried to balance sightseeing, nature, beaches, and a bit of history, while also keeping in mind that we're traveling with a child. I know it looks a little ambitious, so I'd really appreciate feedback from people who know Malaysia well.

Questions:

• Is this itinerary manageable?
• Would you skip or replace anything?
• Any transportation tips or hidden issues I should be aware of?

Itinerary

Day 1 – Kuala Lumpur

• Aquaria KLCC
• KLCC Park, Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower
• Saloma Link

Day 2 – Kuala Lumpur

• Batu Caves (early morning)
• Genting Highlands
• Bukit Bintang, Jalan Alor (night)

Day 3 – Kuala Lumpur

• Chinatown, Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, National Mosque
• Thean Hou Temple
• Night bus from TBS to Kuala Besut (Night)

Day 4-5-6 – Perhentian Islands

• Perhentian Besar
• Perhentian Kecil
• Day 6: Morning on the islands, noon bus from Kuala Besut to George Town, Penang

Day 7 – Penang

• George Town
• Penang Hill, Funicular Railway
• Kek Lok Si Temple
• The TOP Penang

Day 8 – Langkawi

• Travel from George Town to Langkawi (Grab + Bus + Ferry)
• Langkawi SkyCab, Sky Bridge, Eagle's Nest SkyWalk
• Telaga Harbour Marina

Day 9 – Langkawi

• Kilim Geoforest Park Mangrove Safari
• Durian Perangin Waterfall
• Island Hopping

Day 10

• Travel from Langkawi to Melaka (Ferry + ETS + Bus)
• Jonker Street (evening)

Day 11 – Melaka

• Melaka Straits Mosque, UNESCO heritage area / historical sites
• Bus back to Kuala Lumpur

We're generally comfortable with public transportation and don't mind a couple of overnight or long journeys if it saves time and accommodation costs.

Thanks in advance! I'd love to hear what you'd change if this were your trip.