See The Best Of Kuala Lumpur And The Batu Caves With A Full-Day, That Explores Malaysia’s History, Culture And Nature Tour. The City’s Highlights In A Comfortable Air-Conditioned Vehicle, With Photo Stops At The Palace, Independence Square And The Petronas Towers. Learn About Local Pewter Production At The Royal Selangor Factory, See The Colorful Shops Of Little India, Then Slip Into A Limestone Cliff To See An Atmospheric Hindu Shrine. Finish Your Tour By Meeting The Makers At A Malaysian Batik Center Before Returning To Your Port.
-Full-Day Tour Of Kuala Lumpur's Highlights
-Visit Landmarks, The Batu Caves And Local Workshops
-Get An Inside Look At Life In The City
-Learn About Local Crafts
-Great Overview, Perfect For First Time Visitors
-Includes door-to-door port transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
-A professional driver will navigate but a guide isn’t included
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ English-Speaking Driver
✔ Entrance Fee: All Attractions
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Port Pick-up & Drop-off
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
✖ Tour Guide
Departure & Return
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Petronas Twin Towers
At a height of 451.9m, the magnificent Petronas Twin Towers is a world-renowned icon of modern Malaysia. It is the centre piece of the Kuala Lumpur city centre (KLCC) development, which comprises landmarks such as the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Suria KLCC shopping mall, star-rated hotels, a mosque as well as the immaculately landscaped KLCC Park. Visit to the Skybridge on the 41st Floor and Viewing Deck on the 86th Floor.
Duration: 45 minutes
2
Batu Caves
Batu Caves is a an iconic and popular tourist attraction in Selangor. Site of a Hindu temple and shrine, Batu Caves attracts thousands of worshipers and tourists.
A limestone outcrop located just north of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves has three main caves featuring temples and Hindu shrines. Its main attraction is the large statue of the Hindu God at the entrance, besides a steep 272 climb up its steps to finally view the stunning skyline of the city centre. Monkeys frolic around the caves, and it is a popular spot for rock climbing enthusiasts. Paintings and scenes of Hindu Gods.
Duration: 45 minutes
3
KL Tower
Standing majestically atop Bukit Nanas at 421 meters and 94 meters above sea level, KL Tower is a prominent feature of the city’s skyline. Its architecture reflects the country's Islamic heritage, with the construction detailing Arabic scripts, Islamic tiles, classic Islamic floral and abstract motifs and soothing colour combinations.
The observation deck at 276 meters above ground level offers stunning and thrilling view of metropolitan city Kuala Lumpur. Take your time to walk around the deck, enjoying different scenery.
Duration: 45 minutes
4
Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
The Visitor Centre will take you back over a hundred years to the founding of Royal Selangor and its inextricable link to the history of Malaysia. Through complimentary guided tours, visitors will learn about the remarkable development of tin mining in the Malay Peninsula in the 1800s as well as view traditional pewtersmithing tools, antique pewter and ancient tin currency at the Centre's Pewter Museum.
Duration: 20 minutes
5
East Coast Batik which established in 1974 is one of the oldest batik and handicrafts centre in Klang Valley. Visit the gallery and you'd learn that batik is not simply a cloth with an elaborate piece of design. Syarika East Coast is the place you need to visit if you are looking forward to enjoy a holistic experience in Malaysian batik and handicrafts.
Duration: 20 minutes
6
Thean Hou Temple
Thean Hou Temple Is Not Old, Having Been Built Between 1981 And 1987. Up Close, You Can Tell That Underneath The Traditional Ornate Decorative Facade It Is A Modern Structure. The Temple Is Certainly Large, Spreading Over Six Tiers. It Is Managed By Malaysia's Hainanese Community Who Descended From Sea-Faring Fisher Folk From The Island Of Hainan, China.
Duration: 20 minutes
7
Sri Maha Mariamman Temple
This Stunning Hindu Temple Is One Of The Oldest And Magnificient 22-Metre-High Gate Tower And Portico Are Adorned With Intricately Carved Images Of Hindu Deities. Located Within Are The Deities Of The Hindu Goddess Maha Mariamman Embellished With Gold And Precious Stones. Take In The Sights And Sounds From Peddlers Selling Strings Of Jasmine Garlands To Aromatic Incense Filling The Air.
Duration: 20 minutes
8
National Monument
The National Monument was built to recognise and honour those who gave up their lives in the cause for peace and freedom, particularly during the nation's struggle against the threat of communism. Within the National Monument grounds is one of the world's largest free-standing bronze sculptures. It was sculpted in 1966 by Felix de Weldon, who was also the creator of the famous Iwo Jima monument in Washington DC.
Duration: 20 minutes
9
Istana Negara
The Istana Negara is the official residence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, the monarch of Malaysia. The palace opened in 2011 and replaced the old Istana Negara which was located at a different compound in central Kuala Lumpur. The palace complex has an area of 97.65 hectares, 22 domes, and is split into three main portions: the Formal Component, Royal Component and Administration Component.
Duration: 20 minutes
10
The River of Life
River of Life is one of the attractions of Kuala Lumpur, which is located near to the Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad, the oldest mosque in the city. It is a convergence point of two rivers, namely the Klang River and the Gombak River.
Duration: 20 minutes
11
National Mosque (Masjid Negara)
The main dome of the National Mosque is designed in the shape of an 18-point star to represent the 13 states of Malaysia and the five central Pillars of Islam, and has the appearance of a partly opened umbrella roof which symbolizes the aspirations of an independent nation. As one of Southeast Asia's largest mosques, its unique modern design embodies a contemporary expression of traditional Islamic art, calligraphy and ornamentation.
Duration: 20 minutes
12
Kuala Lumpur City Gallery
KL City Gallery was founded in 1989 after the building saw various changes in purpose and occupier after it ceased to be used as a printing office. Tenants included the Ministry of Labour and the Postal Authorities. The building consists of two floors of exhibition space, a cafe, a museum shop, and acts as a tourist information centre.
Duration: 20 minutes
13
Sultan Abdul Samad Building
The iconic Sultan Abdul Samad building is located in front of Dataran Merdeka. This historical building houses the Supreme and High Courts. The building with unique Moorish designs and clock tower is widely photographed by visitors to the city centre.
Duration: 20 minutes
14
Dataran Merdeka
On 31 August 1957, the Union Jack was lowered at Dataran Merdeka to mark Malaysia’s independence from colonial rule. Hence the name, Dataran Merdeka, which means ‘Independence Square’. In its heyday, the square used to be the venue for parades, cricket matches and other important occasions. The 100m high flagpole at Dataran Merdeka is one of the tallest in the world.
Duration: 20 minutes
15
Malayan Railway Administration Building
One of the most beautiful old buildings of Malaysia, Railway Station and Administration Building is a great piece of Moorish architecture.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
