Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Is Ipoh actually better than the Batu Caves? Today, I’m exploring the "chilled" side of Malaysia to see if this underrated city lives up to the hype. From a hotel with no windows to finding a massive hidden cave temple with free entry, Ipoh turned out to be one of the most surprising stops on my SE Asia trip.
We’re checking out the famous Perek Cave Temple, navigating the (sometimes non-existent) Perak Hop-on Hop-off bus, and hunting down the legendary "Moonlight Noodles" (Yu Kong Hor)—a local dish with a raw egg that looks like a heart attack on a plate but tastes incredible.
If you’re planning a trip to Malaysia in 2026 and want to escape the crowds of KL or Penang, this budget-friendly guide to Ipoh is for you!
In this video:
The Ipoh Hotel Struggle: Why ventilation windows are a nightmare.
Sam Poh Tong Cave: Is this Buddhist temple better than Batu Caves?
Public Transport Fail: Waiting for the Perak Hop-on Hop-off bus.
Ipoh Street Food: Trying the famous Sun Tuck Kee noodles (Yu Kong Hor).
Budget Travel Tips: How much a Grab costs and where to find the best currency exchange.
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Is Ipoh actually better than the Batu Caves? Today, I’m exploring the "chilled" side of Malaysia to see if this underrated city lives up to the hype. From a hotel with no windows to finding a massive hidden cave temple with free entry, Ipoh turned out to be one of the most surprising stops on my SE Asia trip.
We’re checking out the famous Perek Cave Temple, navigating the (sometimes non-existent) Perak Hop-on Hop-off bus, and hunting down the legendary "Moonlight Noodles" (Yu Kong Hor)—a local dish with a raw egg that looks like a heart attack on a plate but tastes incredible.
If you’re planning a trip to Malaysia in 2026 and want to escape the crowds of KL or Penang, this budget-friendly guide to Ipoh is for you!
In this video:
The Ipoh Hotel Struggle: Why ventilation windows are a nightmare.
Sam Poh Tong Cave: Is this Buddhist temple better than Batu Caves?
Public Transport Fail: Waiting for the Perak Hop-on Hop-off bus.
Ipoh Street Food: Trying the famous Sun Tuck Kee noodles (Yu Kong Hor).
Budget Travel Tips: How much a Grab costs and where to find the best currency exchange.
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SUPPORT THE CHANNEL💰
🍵 Buy me a Green Tea: buymeacoffee.com/walkaboutwayne
🅿️ PayPal: paypal.me/walkaboutwayne
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📍 Locations Mentioned:
Sam Poh Tong Temple:
Sun Tuck Kee Noodles:
Ipoh Old Town:
Railway Station Ipoh:
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SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL:
youtube.com/c/WalkAboutWayne
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FOLLOW ME:
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facebook.com/walkaboutwayne1
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