Kuala Lumpur Private Half-Day Tour: Exploring Temples and Cultural Harmony
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95 Ratings
Batu Caves
Discover the religious harmony and cultural diversity of Kuala Lumpur on a private half-day tour. Visit iconic temples, mosques, and churches, and learn about Malaysia's tolerance and unity.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Batu Caves - First, you will visit to a famous Batu Caves, site of Hindu temple and shrine located in Gombak, Selangor. It is a limestone hill which is made up of a series of caves and cave temples. You will see thousands of worshipers and tourist here especially during the annual Hindu festival, Thaipusam. The hike up the tall and lengthy stairs can be tiring (272 steps), but you will be amazed with the stunning skyline of Kuala Lumpur once you reach the top.

You will see monkeys frolic around the caves and they would pester you if they know you have food with you. Please remember to prepare more drinking water, sunscreen, long pants and closed bag.

  • National Mosque (Masjid Negara) - We then move on to National Mosque (Masjid Negara) is a national mosque in Malaysia that situated close to the bird park and the Islamic museum. This uniquely designed mosque embodies a contemporary expression of traditional Islamic art, calligraphy and ornamentation. You cannot enter the prayer room itself but you can walk around the inner part of the mosque and admire the architecture. The staff will provide you with appropriate dress to wear for both male and female.
  • Thean Hou Temple - Next, we proceed to Thean Hou Temple, this 6-tiered Buddhist temple is also known as the Temple of the Goddess of Heaven, who is said to protect fishermen. This gorgeous temple is a work of art itself. Beautifully detailed in its sculpting and engraving of Chinese dragons and phoenixes and other mystical animals of Chinese inspiration on its beams, balustrades, ceiling, roofs, eaves and cornices. Besides her, there is also another two primary deities in the main temple which is the Goddess Shui Wei Sheng Niang to her left and the Goddess of Mercy to her right.
  • Tatt Khalsa Diwan Gurdwara - You will be taken to one of the Gurdwara around Kuala Lumpur to know about Sikhism.
  • Petaling Street Market - Continue to China Town to enter the site of dozens of restaurants and food stalls tended by Chinese, Indian, Malay and Bangladeshi traders. Watch as they serve up local favorites, such as curry noodles, Hokkien mee (a Fujian noodle dish), ikan bakar .(barbecued fish) and asam laksa (a sour, fish and tamarind-based soup).
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included for Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya hotels.
  • Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Enjoy the personalized experience of a private tour.
  • Knowledgeable English-speaking guide/driver to assist you.
  • All local taxes are covered.
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expense
  • Airport and Port Klang Pick-up
Additional Information

Experience the religious coexistence and acceptance in Malaysia during this private, 4 hours tour, led by a professional, English-speaking driver/guide. Visit some of the most significant religious locations in one of the most moderate cities in South East Asia, including the Batu Caves Hindu temple, the National Mosque (Masjid Negara), the Brickfield Church, and Thean Hou Temple.

  • National Mosque will be closed for tourist on Friday.
  • Ladies need to wear long dresses or pants with shoulders covered. Men can opt for a simple tee and knee-length shorts or pants. Comfortable sneakers are advisable, especially when climbing the 272 steps.
Location
Batu Caves
Gombak
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Myriam
May 2, 2024
Excellent!!! Highly recommended - Excellent Tour, Janar was always very attentive with the tour, he took us to see the caves and explained to us issues related to their culture and society, he also helped us with some issues that had been complicated for us when we arrived here. Excellent, we couldn't find a better guide and person. ! Highly recommended! Thank you very much Janar 🙏 Excellent tour
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318ref
Apr 15, 2024
Great Day with Vera! - Had Vera as our tour guide, great day exploring Batu caves and temple. Mosque was closed, so Vera took us to the palace, very cool. We didn’t eat breakfast and our guide stopped so we could grab a quick bite. Vera was very knowledgeable, friendly and prompt, highly recommended.
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Sheilaw1236
Mar 20, 2024
Batu caves, mosque and temples tour - The tour was great and our tour guide Karthi was very knowledgeable and truly enhanced the experience. We would definitely recommend this tour and Karthi as a tour guide.
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Julie_h
Mar 13, 2024
Private tour 10/10 - Batu caves, mosque, Thean Hou temple. Driver Aru was great, polite and friendly throughout. Knowledgeable and also a great photographer!
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Johnpaula811
Mar 6, 2024
Wonderful experience - Ayyanar was a great guide! He took me around the most iconic spots in Kuala Lumpur. Since we had lots of time, he even brought me to the KL Tower. I would gladly do this again with him.
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Anuvivek_m
Jan 19, 2024
Great experience! - A wonderful and memorable experience. Aru was very knowledgable and always went the extra mile for us. The tour was worth every penny. Highly recommended.
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Corinnemw5237cp
Dec 10, 2023
Great temple tour (half day) with driver Guna - Great tour with Guna - saw 3 temples & didn’t feel at all rushed. Good conversations with Guna about their history & the history & culture of Malaysia. If you want to go inside (I did) a) the driver cannot go with you and b) be prepared to climb a lot of steps
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Quest50750198106
Apr 27, 2024
A Wonderful Half Day Tour of KL! - We had a wonderful and very insightful afternoon tour with our awesome tour guide Nesh. Nesh really took great care of us, he was very informative and really accommodated our needs. Thankyou so much Nesh, you’re awesome.
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Kristof_m
Mar 13, 2024
Beautifull cultural tour - It was a great trip, we saw many beautiful temples an got a lot of info from Aru. We really recomend this tour!
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Gerald
Feb 2, 2024
To do - Very beautiful Chinese temple, with free entry, very nice geographical location, with on-site parking available if you go to Kuala.
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