From Kuala Lumpur: Batu Caves Half-Day Tour
ID: GYG236817-408772
Category:
Country: Malaysia
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Explore Kuala Lumpur's beautiful countryside. Discover the Batu Caves, Batik Factory, Hindu temple and take in a fantastic view of the city.
Following pickup, begin your day on the city outskirts along the Ambassador Row, Istana Sharif Ali and Malay villages.
Stop at the Royal Selangor, which features the largest and most modern pewter factory in the world. It is also world-renowned for its high quality and craftsmanship. On your factory tour, learn about the different processes at this factory such as casting, filing, polishing, soldering, hammering and engraving. Next, stop at Batik Factory to see how batik is designed and printed.
For your last stop, head to the limestone hills of the Batu Caves, comprised of three caverns and several smaller caves. Pass a towering statue of Murugan as you climb 272 steps into a cave shrine, and follow vivid murals of Hindu scripture. Spot the macaques that live on the lush cliff face, and join a crowd of Hindu pilgrims on their way to a series of gilded altars.
This tour ends with a drop-off back at your Kuala Lumpur hotel.
Highlights
- Discover the Batu Caves before climbing 272 steps for a beautiful view of the city
- Learn about Malaysia's rich history, traditions and customs in the suburbs
- Visit the rural Malay Village, Royal Selangor, Batik Factory and more
- Leave the busy city behind for a day to explore the beautiful countryside
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes for the hike up to the Batu Caves
• Shorts and sleeveless shirts are not allowed for the temple visit
• You will have to remove your shoes before entering the temple
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Your hotel in the Kuala Lumpur city center
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
