If you have less than 6 hours for your next flight, you may try to do Layover trip to Putrajaya, which is the administrative capital of Malaysia.
Putrajaya may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of Malaysia, but is it impressive! Since 1999, it has been the administrative capital for the federal government, later becoming the third Federal Territory of Malaysia, following Kuala Lumpur and Labuan.
Visit Putrajaya’s impressive bridges, spanning the city’s central man-made lake, Prime Minister's office and beautiful Islamic inspired Putra Mosque.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Airport Pick-up & Drop-off
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ English Speaking Professional Driver
✖ Entrance Fee: Cruise Tasik (12 USD)
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
✖ Tour Guide
Departure & Return
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Seri Wawasan Bridge, Putrajaya
The first stop is one of seven bridges in Putrajaya, which is the most elegant. The 240m cable bridge features a futuristic design borrowing the shape of a sailing ship. The Seri Wawasan Bridge is visible from many vantage points of the city.
From Kuala Lumpur City Hotel to Putrajaya takes about 30-45 minutes.
Duration: 15 minutes
2
Putrajaya Lake
The Putrajaya Lake is a lake Located at the centre of Putrajaya, Malaysia. This 650 hectares man-made lake is designed to act as a natural cooling system for the city and also for recreation, fishing, water sports and water transport.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Perdana Putra
The Perdana Putra is a building in Putrajaya, Malaysia which houses the office complex of the Prime Minister of Malaysia. Located on the main hill in Putrajaya, it has become synonymous with the executive branch of the Malaysian federal government.
Duration: 15 minutes
4
Putra Mosque
The Putra Mosque is the principal mosque of Putrajaya, Malaysia. Construction of the mosque began in 1997 and was completed two years later. It is located on Putra Square and is adjacent to man-made Putrajaya Lake.
The pink-domed Putra Mosque is constructed with rose-tinted granite and consists of three main functional areas – the prayer hall, the Sahn, or courtyard, and various learning facilities and function rooms. The mosque can accommodate 15,000 worshippers at any one time.
Duration: 15 minutes
5
One of the best ways to see the city's sights is by taking a 45 minutes daytime or evening sightseeing cruise on a comfortable air-conditioned 76 seaters cruise boat. Gondola-style boat rides are also available.
Duration: 45 minutes
6
Masjid Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin (Masjid Besi)
The Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque or the Iron Mosque is the second principal mosque in Putrajaya, Malaysia after Putra Mosque. It is located in Putrajaya's Precinct 3, opposite the Palace of Justice and next to Islamic Complex Putrajaya, a religious authority headquarters.
The "Iron Mosque" features a district cooling system, and fans or an air conditioning system. The mosque employs "architectural wire mesh" imported from Germany and China, which is also constructed at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid and the Bibliothèque nationale de France in Paris.
Duration: 15 minutes
7
Millennium Monument
Designed in 2005 to usher in the new millennium, this is the first monument to be built in Putrajaya. The walkway twirling around the monument illustrates the history of Malaysia, the panels describing significant events in the country. There is a time capsule at the base of the monument which will be opened in 2020. As you move up along the ramps of the Millennium Monument, you can see sweeping views of the waterfront.
Duration: 15 minutes
8
Moroccan Pavilion Putrajaya
The Moroccan Pavilion deserves five stars for Instaworthiness, if such a rating exists. Built to symbolise the diplomatic ties between the two governments, the stunning architecture and delicate craftsmanship bear resemblance to the villages and imperial cities of Morocco.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
