🇲🇾 How to plan a Malaysia island-hopping trip? 【Part 3】This time, we’re taking you on a foodie adventure packed with outdoor activities! 🥳
L&W has introduced Malaysia Road Trips for the third time! Previously, we’ve introduced cultural and food-focused Road Trips as well as leisurely getaways. This time, we’re taking you to Perak, a state brimming with delicious food and outdoor activities, for a nature-filled journey 🌳🌤️ Specifically, we’ll be exploring Gopeng, Ipoh, and Taiping in Perak. Don’t miss out on this guide if you’re an outdoor enthusiast or a food lover always on the lookout for local delicacies! Share with your friends now!
【Gopeng】
The charm of Gopeng lies in its outdoor activities. Located just 30 minutes away from Ipoh, it is perfect for tourists seeking thrilling experiences in Malaysia 🤩 These include activities such as white water rafting at Kampar River, abseiling at Ulu Geruntum Waterfall, and hiking in a number of spots🏃🏻♀️
However, if these activities are too intense for your comfort zone, sightseeing is another popular option for tourists in the area 👍🏻 Gopeng’s most iconic landmark is Kellie’s Castle, where you can explore the remains of this mansion. In addition, you can visit the Gopeng Heritage Museum and Gopeng Museum in the town to learn about the history and culture.
Food recommendations 🍽️
Koo Fung Bistro 🍻
: Enjoy a relaxing drink in an artistic setting at Koo Fung Bistro, with a fantastic atmosphere. Don’t forget to take some pictures for social media while you’re there!
📍Jln Kampung Rawa, Pekan Gopeng, 31600 Gopeng, Negeri Perak
Restoran Gopeng Hillview
: The food portions at Gopeng Hillview are huge, and most importantly, delicious. You can easily eat several bowls of rice here. The prices of food are so cheap!
📍No 2, Teja Lane, Taman Gopeng, 31600 Gopeng, Perak
🕰️10:30am – 02:30pm；05:30pm – 10:30pm
Gopeng Antique Kopitiam
: This vintage-style café is adorned with many antique artifacts and also offers food and beverage services. Due to the delicious Chinese and Western dishes served here, the café is often packed with guests.
📍3, Jln Pasar, Pekan Gopeng, 31600 Gopeng, Negeri Perak
🕰️05:30pm – 11:00pm (Closed on Mondays)
Sotong Kangkung (Paku Pakis)
: In Perak, most of the squid kangkung dishes are paired with “Paku Pakis” vegetables, which enhances the taste. Friends from other states must try it here!
📍104, Jalan Tasik, Pekan Gopeng, 31600 Gopeng, Negeri Perak
🕰️11:00am – 09:00pm
Lawan Kuda Chee Cheong Fun
: The Chee Cheong Fun is handmade by the shop owner and the sweet and spicy sauce as well as the curry sauce are well-prepared. Every morning when the shop opens, there are many customers lining up, even visitors from other places come here for it.
📍Jalan 2/4, 31600 Gopeng, Perak.
🕰️Sells until sold out, starting from 7:00 am.
Gopeng Hill Asam Laksa
: This restaurant is situated halfway up the hill on the road to My Gopeng Resort. Originally, they only sell laksa, but due to popular demand from customers, the owner eventually decided to introduce Hakka cuisine. Here, you can taste both the laksa and the Hakka dishes, such as their signature Hakka beggar’s chicken, Hakka sugarcane chicken, and Hakka ginger duck.
📍Jalan Kampung Pintu Padang,31600 Gopeng.
🕰️10:30am – 3:00pm
High Street Kopitiam
: The environment at High Street Kopitiam is like its sign, with an antique and nostalgic atmosphere both inside and out. It’s a popular spot for taking photos. You can try their signature dishes such as the Kaya Sticky Rice, Special Piggy Bao (Chinese bun), and more.
📍83, Jalan Tasik, Gopeng, 31600 Teja, Perak, Malaysia
🕰️Mon-Wed: 11:00am – 06:00pm; Fri-Sun: 11:00am – 09:00pm (Closed on Thursdays)
Adeline Villa & Resthouse
: Adeline Villa & Resthouse is a one-stop leisure resort that is ideal for outdoor activities. They also offer delicious cuisine, including local specialties that are sure to leave a lasting impression.
📍Kampung Lawan Kuda 31600 Gopeng
🕰️09:00am – 05:00pm
HOGA Gaharu Tea Valley Gopeng
: At the foot of the mountain, there is a small food shop selling food containing agarwood, such as ice cream, osmanthus cake, Guiling Jelly (Chinese Herbal Jelly) and agarwood fruit tea. They also sell agarwood tea bags, instant agarwood noodles, agarwood biscuits, skincare products, and more.
📍Lot 9840, Kampung Sungai Itek, Gopeng
🕰️09:00am – 06:00pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
Chee Wan Restaurant
: ”Lai Fun” (rice noodles) is one of the famous delicacies in Gopeng, and Chee Wan is one of the most famous places to try it. Every Sunday, the restaurant is full and sometimes people have to share tables. The ”Lai Fun” here is handmade, served with clear soup and various toppings, giving it a delicious rice flavor that is very refreshing!
📍88, Jalan Tasik, Pekan Gopeng, 31600 Gopeng
🕰️07:00am – 11:00am, 07:00pm – 09:00pm
【Ipoh】
Ipoh is known for its numerous temples, hot springs, caves, creative art murals, and lively cultural scenes. Here are some must-visit attractions: The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat, Perak Cave Temple, Sam Poh Tong Temple, Kek Lok Tong, and Nam Waterfall. These are leisure attractions that allow you to relax and get closer to nature. If you seek excitement, you can go to the Lost World of Tambun and play all day long! If you want to take photos and check-in, you can go to Concubine Lane, Ho Yan Hor Museum, Victoria Bridge, Ipoh Railway Station and Tasik Cermin, you will surely be able to take many beautiful shots.
Food Recommendations🍽️
Rich and creamy Ipoh white coffee & toast
📍Chang Jiang White Coffee
🕰️8am – 6pm
Yong Tau Foo
📍 Restoran Choong Kee “Pokok Besar”
🕰️8am – 5.30pm
Caramel custard & Ipoh shredded chicken hor fun & Ipoh white coffee
📍Restoran Thean Chun
🕰️10.30am – 10pm (Thursday 10.30am – 4.30pm)
Ipoh shredded chicken hor fun & dry curry mee
📍Restoran Moon De Moon
🕰️7.30am – 1pm
Lou Wong Chicken Rice
📍Lou Wong Chicken Restaurant
🕰️10:30am – 12am
Nasi Kandar Yong Suan
📍Kedai Kopi Yong Suan
🕰️9am – 4pm
Ipoh Tuck Kee Restaurant’s famous fried noodles
📍Ipoh Tuck Kee Restaurant
🕰️2pm – 11.45pm
Foh San Restaurant’s dim sum
📍Foh San Restaurant
🕰️7am – 2.30pm (Closed every Tuesday)
Concubine Lane
📍30000 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
【Taiping】
Taiping is the most popular tourist city in Perak after Ipoh. It is also known as the “rain city” due to its high rainfall and humid air. Many tourists come here seeking inner peace and to learn about the country’s cultural heritage. In Taiping, you can visit Malaysia’s oldest two buildings, the Aun Tong Coffee Mill and the All Saints Church Taiping, and experience the beauty of the country’s first lakefront park, the Taiping Lake Gardens 💓
Food recommendations 🍽️
Taiping Famous PSL Goreng Pisang
: This is a famous snack in Taiping and is only available for takeout. In addition to fried bananas, they also sell fried cempedak, fried popiah, and fried kuih bakul.
📍85, Jalan Pasar, 34000 Taiping, Perak
🕰️12pm – 7pm
Aulong Kaya Kok
📍1106-D, Jalan Permaisuri, Kampung Baru Aulong, 34000 Taiping, Perak
🕰️9am – 6pm daily, closed on Thursdays
MJ’s Cuisine
: MJ’s Cuisine has been providing customers with a combination of Chinese and Western food and exclusive coffee for years, and they are very particular about the quality of their food and service.
📍36A, Jalan Kota, 34000 Taiping, Perak
🕰️12pm – 9pm daily
Cheeky Summer
: This is Taiping’s first health juice store, which sells cold-pressed juices without any added sugar. Their menu includes healthy pizzas, salads, and more.
📍92, Jalan Barrack, 34000 Taiping, Perak
🕰️9:30am – 6pm daily, closed on Mondays
Restoran Mr. BBQ
: This is a popular Chinese seafood restaurant that locals love! Their food mainly features local Chinese dishes, such as red wine noodles, Guangdong noodles, sweet and sour pork, etc. Be sure to try their signature dishes, which include breaded curry prawns and spicy hotplate fish.
📍17, Jalan Maharajalela, 34000 Taiping, Perak.
🕰️11am – 3pm; 5pm – 10pm, closed on Wednesdays
Lian Thong Restaurant
: This family-owned restaurant sells local home-style dishes. Their popular dishes include fried kway teow, curry noodles, and everyone’s favorite toast with half-cooked eggs.
📍No. 5, Jalan Kota, 34000 Taiping, Perak
🕰️Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 2pm, closed on Saturdays and Sundays
Hua Soon Firework Char Koay Teow
: “Fireworks” is the effect created when the boss shakes a small fan while frying the kway teow. Boss Ah Soon has been frying kway teow for 50 years, and the perfect ‘’wok-hei’’ makes the kway teow taste delicious.
📍13 Medan Pasar, Jalan Taiping-Kuala Kangsar, 34700 Simpang, Perak.
🕰️6:30pm – 11:15pm daily, closed on Sundays
Pusat Penjaja Taiping
: Like other hawker centers in Malaysia, this place sells a variety of foods to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.
📍Jalan Tupai Gerai No 20 – Gerai Hidayah, 34000 Taiping
🕰️Monday to Thursday, 3 – 10pm; Friday to Sunday, 3 – 11pm
Tai Chien Restaurant
: This restaurant sells various local delicacies such as Nasi Lemak, Wanton Noodles, Braised Noodles, and Fried Kway Teow. Their curry noodles are highly recommended, said to be the best in Taiping. There is also a special nasi briyani, which you can choose to pair with curry or orange sauce.
📍79, Jalan Pasar, 34000 Taiping, Perak
🕰️8am – 3pm; Closed on Wednesday
Here you go! That’s all for our Malaysia road trip itinerary guide for Gopeng, Ipoh and Taiping. We’ve handpicked top destinations for you, and we really hope this article is useful to you.
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