Discover Putrajaya’s landmarks and Batu Caves on a guided day trip from Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy air-conditioned comfort and seamless hotel pickup.
Discover Putrajaya’s landmarks and Batu Caves on a guided day trip from Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy air-conditioned comfort and seamless hotel pickup.
- Batu Caves - Batu Caves is a limestone hill featuring a series of caves and cave temples, situated in the Gombak district, 13 kilometers (8 miles) north of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The name is derived from the Sungai Batu or Batu River, which flows by the hill. The nearby village is also named Batu Caves. It is one of the most renowned Hindu…
- Batu Caves - Batu Caves is a limestone hill featuring a series of caves and cave temples, situated in the Gombak district, 13 kilometers (8 miles) north of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The name is derived from the Sungai Batu or Batu River, which flows by the hill. The nearby village is also named Batu Caves. It is one of the most renowned Hindu shrines outside India, dedicated to Lord Murugan, and serves as the focal point for the Thaipusam festival in Malaysia. Known as the 10th Caves or Hill for Lord Muruga, it is among the ten most significant shrines in India and Malaysia. The Lord Murugan statue at the base of Batu Caves stands at a towering 42.7 meters (140 feet), making it the second tallest Hindu deity statue in the world. The limestone forming Batu Caves is estimated to be around 400 million years old.
Note: The journey from Batu Caves to Putrajaya takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Seri Wawasan Bridge, Putrajaya - The first stop is one of seven bridges in Putrajaya and is considered the most elegant. This 240-meter cable bridge boasts a futuristic design inspired by the shape of a sailing ship. The Seri Wawasan Bridge can be seen from various vantage points throughout the city.
Traveling from Kuala Lumpur City Hotel to Putrajaya takes about 30-45 minutes.
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Putrajaya Lake - Located in the heart of Putrajaya, Malaysia, this 650-hectare man-made lake serves as a natural cooling system for the city and is also used for recreation, fishing, water sports, and water transport.
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Putra Mosque - The Putra Mosque is the main mosque of Putrajaya, Malaysia. Construction began in 1997 and was completed two years later. Situated on Putra Square, it is adjacent to the man-made Putrajaya Lake.
The mosque, with its pink dome, is built from rose-tinted granite and comprises three main functional areas: the prayer hall, the Sahn (courtyard), and various learning facilities and function rooms. It can accommodate up to 15,000 worshippers at a time.
- Perdana Putra - Perdana Putra is a building in Putrajaya, Malaysia, housing 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.
- Kelab Tasik Putrajaya - One of the best ways to view the city’s sights is by taking a 45-minute daytime or evening sightseeing cruise on a comfortable, air-conditioned 76-seater cruise boat. Gondola-style boat rides are also available.
- Millennium Monument - Designed in 2005 to welcome the new millennium, this is the first monument built in Putrajaya. The walkway spiraling around the monument depicts the history of Malaysia, with panels describing significant events in the country. A time capsule at the base of the monument is set to be opened in 2020. As you ascend the ramps of the Millennium Monument, you can enjoy sweeping views of the waterfront.
- Masjid Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin (Masjid Besi) - The Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, also known as the Iron Mosque, is the second principal mosque in Putrajaya, Malaysia, after the Putra Mosque. It is located in Precinct 3 of Putrajaya, opposite the Palace of Justice and next to the Islamic Complex Putrajaya, a religious authority headquarters.
The “Iron Mosque” features a district cooling system and uses fans or an air conditioning system. It incorporates “architectural wire mesh” imported from Germany and China, which is also used in the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid and the Bibliothèque nationale de France in Paris.
- Moroccan Pavilion Putrajaya - The Moroccan Pavilion is highly rated for its Instagram-worthy appeal. Built to symbolize the diplomatic ties between the two governments, its stunning architecture and intricate craftsmanship resemble the villages and imperial cities of Morocco.
- Kuala Lumpur - Return to Kuala Lumpur City Hotel.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English Speaking Drivers
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English Speaking Drivers
- Entrance Fee: Cruise Tasik Putrajaya (12 USD)
- Tour Guide
- Entrance Fee: Cruise Tasik Putrajaya (12 USD)
- Tour Guide
If you’re trying to get the most out of a tight schedule, this day trip from Kuala Lumpur is a great way to experience the sights and sounds of Putrajaya, the seat of the Malaysian government. Instead of making your own way south and losing time looking for places to see, get picked up from your hotel and driven direct to several of Putrajaya’s…
If you’re trying to get the most out of a tight schedule, this day trip from Kuala Lumpur is a great way to experience the sights and sounds of Putrajaya, the seat of the Malaysian government. Instead of making your own way south and losing time looking for places to see, get picked up from your hotel and driven direct to several of Putrajaya’s beautiful Islamic-inspired landmarks, including the Putra Mosque and the Prime Minister’s Office.
Visit Putrajaya’s impressive bridges, spanning the city’s central man-made lake.
Don’t get overwhelmed by the heat in your air-conditioned vehicle.
Before returning to hotel, visit Batu Caves which is 140-foot statue of Hindu deity Lord Murugan, visible from miles away, stands guard outside Batu Caves. This statue is the tallest of a Hindu deity in Malaysia, and the third tallest of its kind in the world, behind only Nepal’s Kailashnath Mahadev Statue and Indonesia’s Garuda Wisnu Kencana Statue.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.