Langkawi Tour: Nature, Culture, and Shopping Highlights

Immerse yourself in the culture, nature, and duty-free shopping of Langkawi with a half-day city tour. Explore traditional batik printing, visit an aquarium complex, see the iconic Great Eagle, and indulge in duty-free shopping.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Langkawi - Langkawi, known as the jewel of Kedah, is a stunning archipelago of 99 tropical islands surrounded by clear blue waters. It’s one of the world’s top travel destinations for good reason. The island is abundant in natural beauty and cultural heritage, featuring well-preserved historical sites and numerous attractions that will make you wish you had more time to explore.

Prepare to be transported back in time as you delve into Langkawi’s rich folklore and captivating legends.

  • Mahsuri’s Tomb - Starting with a hotel or port pickup at 9.00am, we will visit the legendary Mahsuri’s tomb, the site where Mahsuri met her end. The legend of Mahsuri is said to explain Langkawi’s recent prosperity, and the island appears to have overcome the curse, judging by its growing success.

Description

Mahsuri Tomb-Makam Mahsuri is a site dedicated to the legendary Princess Mahsuri, located in Kampung Mawat, 12km from Kuah. It is also known as Makam Mahsuri. Many natural attractions on the island are steeped in tales, and the legend of Mahsuri is perhaps the most famous.

  • Atma Alam Batik Village - (Please note this attraction is closed every Tuesday) Your first stop will be Atma Alam, where you can observe the intricate process of traditional batik printing. Watch as art and culture come to life through wax and dyes, and take the opportunity to purchase some hand-drawn silk and local cloth handicrafts as souvenirs.
  • Beras Terbakar (Field Of Burnt Rice) - The “Field of Burnt Rice” (Ladang Beras Terbakar) in Langkawi, Malaysia, holds historical significance dating back to the late 18th century. According to legend, during a Siamese invasion in 1821, the locals of Langkawi, led by a woman named Mahsuri, sought refuge in this rice field. To prevent the invaders from harvesting the crops, they set fire to the rice fields, leaving nothing behind for the enemy.
  • Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls - Named after seven natural pools connected by a flowing river, Seven Wells Waterfall is one of Langkawi’s most mesmerizing natural attractions. Located within the Machinchang Cambrian Geoforest Park, the falls are divided into two sections: the upper pools and the lower pools, separated by a dramatic vertical waterfall cascading down a 91-meter-high cliff.

Cooling off in a refreshing natural pool is the reward for hiking through the humid rainforest to reach this serene waterfall, surrounded by leafy trees and playful monkeys.

First, you’ll encounter the lower pools, accessible after climbing around 200 steps. These are the most popular due to their easy access, view of the vertical waterfall, and large plunge pool at the bottom of a slippery rockface. Dedicated hikers can continue the climb, totaling 638 steps, to reach the upper pools, where you’ll find the seven pools of various depths, shapes, and sizes that give the falls their name.

  • Laman Padi Langkawi - Laman Padi is a living museum and eco-tourism attraction centered around the rice ecosystem. Spanning 13.86 acres, the natural setting offers a rustic view of the serene green paddy fields within the compound.

The rice heritage is invaluable, with a history and traditions dating back hundreds of years. Visitors can appreciate this by exploring the exhibition at the gallery, which showcases traditional paddy farming practices and artifacts in a real paddy field environment.

  • Pantai Cenang - Next, we will head to Cenang Street. Along Cenang Street, you can stroll by the beach, do some duty-free shopping, and visit Underwater World, one of the largest marine and freshwater aquariums in Southeast Asia.

Cenang Street

Pantai Cenang is the busiest beach town on Langkawi Island, offering a diverse mix of cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, and duty-free outlets along its scenic beach strip. Just a 10-minute drive from Langkawi International Airport, it’s a popular holiday destination for families, thanks to its kid-friendly attractions like Underwater World Langkawi, Rice Garden Museum, and Kiki Club at Meritus Pelangi Resort & Spa.

  • Eagle Square - No trip to Langkawi is complete without a visit to Eagle Square and Kuah town. Capture photos of the iconic landmark—the statue of a majestic eagle that symbolizes Langkawi.
  • Kuah - Finally, we will proceed to Kuah town, just a 10-minute drive from Eagle Square, to shop for duty-free items. From tobacco and alcohol to fancy perfumes, this is the best place to get everything you need and more.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel or Cruise Terminal Pickup & Drop-off
  • English Speaking Driver
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

A destination straight from a globetrotter’s journal, Langkawi is the perfect spot for those seeking to immerse themselves in nature and delve into traditional arts and customs.

From tax-free shopping to local crafts, Langkawi offers a wealth of attractions for the daring explorers. The diversity and abundance of activities in Langkawi certainly justifies a second visit! Here are some loved spots for your consideration:

  • Discover traditional Batik Printing at Atma Alam
  • Explore Cenang Beach and its massive Aquarium Complex
  • Admire the magnificent Eagle at Eagle Square
  • Indulge in a Tax-Free Shopping Experience
  • Please select the correct pick up area during booking
  • Please note that Atma Alam is closed every Tuesday
  • Surcharge RM70 per pax for guest staying at outskirt Hotels (if choose the wrong pickup area during booking)
  • Customers who arrived from Cruise, upon arrival, please proceed to Guard House at Resort World. One of our driver will holding paging board. If you cannot find us, please contact our hotline given
Location
Pantai Cenang
Cancellation Policy

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

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Rosemariep923
May 14, 2023
Lovely area, impressive statue - Very clean impressive square. The statue is amazing. A lovely area to walk around. Really liked this placw
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Jellat
Dec 20, 2019
Very reliable. - We were on a cruise and docked at Langkawi for the day. Our tour guide was Karmel and he was reliable and punctual, with our names on show for pick up. We did have to walk the length of the pier and go to the World Resort Hotel entrance to be picked up. The day was interesting and the minibus was comfortable.
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Mangaleswary_p
Sep 27, 2021
The tour operator was... - The tour operator was given a different itinerary from the one I booked! I had to inform her the places I had booked.
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Riitta_s
Jan 20, 2023
Had to drag info out of the driver/guide - We have been on several trips like this before with driver/guide. Our driver this time was the first not acting as a guide at all. Yes, he took us to all the places and sights included, but told us almost nothing about them. The only things he pointed out on the way were shopping malls!
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