Kuala Lumpur Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Batu Caves
ID: GYG63674-89351
Category:
Country: Malaysia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Customize your itinerary and discover a mix of architectural styles on a 8-hour tour of Kuala Lumpur. Marvel as an old-world character blends with a metropolis with future ambitions. Stop at major landmarks, such as the Petronas Tower, and Batu Caves.
Enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Kuala Lumpur that explores the old and new, mix of cultures, and an astonishing range of architectural styles. Following a pick-up from your hotel, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the city’s most iconic sights.
See the Petronas Twin Towers with the world’s highest sky bridge, and marvel at the staggering 88-story structure with steel walls in a multifaceted style. Go to picturesque Lake Gardens to take photos of the green valleys. Admire the National Monument that commemorates Malaysia’s struggle during World War II. Look at the magnificent façade of the National Mosque, and discover a unique marriage of modern Islamic art and traditional elements.
See Kuala Lumpur’s main railway station, built in a Moorish style that is reminiscent of a fairytale castle with colonnades, arches and spacious verandas. Then, go to the Chinese temple of Thean Hou, built in the classic mainland China style, and one of the oldest temples in South East Asia.
If you are more interested in shopping than sightseeing, you can omit any of these sights and journey into the depths of Central Market. Discover local art, unique souvenirs, and masterpieces in batik. Rummage in Chinese shops for cheap spices and gadgets. Go to Little India to find colorful saris and try some fantastic Indian food.
Next, drive to the Hindu shrine at the Batu Caves, dedicated to Lord Murugan via a magnificent 47-meter statue erected in his honor. Walk up the 272 stairs to the Temple Cave, filled with statues of Hindu gods and intricate paintings illuminated by holes in the ceiling.
Take an optional tour of the Royal Selangor Pewter Factory and Visitor Centre, and explore the process of pewter manufacturing in the fascinating pewter museum on the factory premises. Transfer back to the city center for your hotel drop off.
Highlights
- Discover a mix of old and new and east and west in the architecture of KL
- Drive to the Hindu shrine at the Batu Caves
- Admire the magnificent steel façade and sky bridge of the Petronas Towers
- Enjoy some retail therapy at Central Market
- Stand before the National Monument in Lake Gardens
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour and itinerary may change or be cancelled without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances. You will be advised of any changes as soon as possible, or given a full refund
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.