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From Kuala Lumpur: Batu Caves Cultural Temple Tour

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From Kuala Lumpur: Batu Caves Cultural Temple Tour

Activity provider:Travelvago
4.6  / 5
355 reviews
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From $26.71 per person

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Discover one of the most important sites for Hindu pilgrims on a 4-hour sightseeing tour to the Batu Caves from Kuala Lumpur. Walk up the 272 steps to the golden statue of Lord Murugan. Then, go to the 6-tier Chinese temple of Thean Hou.

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Duration 4 hours
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English
Pickup included
Pick-up from your hotel in Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya.
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Climb the 272 steps of the Batu Caves
  • Drive through some of Kuala Lumpur's colorful neighborhoods, such as Brickfields and Little India
  • See the beautiful 6-tiered Thean Hou Temple
  • Bargain for souvenirs in China Town
  • Visit the National Mosque of Malaysia and learn about its history
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Depart Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya at your chosen time (09:00 or 14:00) and journey towards Batu Caves, passing through Little India and the Brickfields neighborhood, known for its colorful streets and unique shops. After a 30-minute scenic drive, arrive at the Batu Caves to discover the home of Hindu shrines and various religious deities. Listen as your guide explains the Hindu roots of the nation and climb the 272 steps to the golden statue of Lord Murugan. Once at the top, go to Cathedral Cave to see the largest cave in the complex, and hear about the background to this most intricate of Hindu shrines.  Then, drive to Thean Hou Temple, a 6-tiered pagoda temple atop Robson Heights. Completed in 1987 and officially opened in 1989, it was built by the Hainanese community of Kuala Lumpur and is dedicated to the goddess Tian Hou (The Heavenly Mother). Continue to Chinatown 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). Next, see the stunning National Mosque of Malaysia (Masjid Negara), set in 13 acres of beautiful gardens. Admire the bold approach taken by its architects, who designed it in the late 1950s as a symbol of the aspirations of the newly independent nation. Benefit from a hotel drop-off at the end of the tour services.
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  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • 4-hour tour by air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking driver and guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)

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  • You can present an electronic or printed voucher at the meeting point
  •  Please wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves walking
  •  Please note that the tour may be cancelled by the supplier due to unforeseen circumstances. Payment will be refunded to your account within the next 3 to 4 working days
  •  National Mosque is closed every Friday
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  • Transportation
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  • Service
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GetYourGuide traveler November 27, 2023 – Verified booking
Segar was very informative esp when I ask a lot of questions. He walked with me to temples we visited, takes pictures and impart history about the places. For the four hours we visited a lot of places, took some snack breaks and it was a fun tour. I’d definitely recommend him for future tours! 😊🩵
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Priscilla – NetherlandsNovember 24, 2023 – Verified booking
I loved everything about this tour! Guna is such a nice person and he really took his time to explain everything and gave lots of information. I really learned a lot. And I want to thank Guna for that! I had a great time with beautiful pictures of this day. Keep up the good work!
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GetYourGuide traveler – SpainNovember 18, 2023 – Verified booking
This tour around Kuala Lumpur was really unforgettable. My guide Kumar showed me the Batu caves and then drove me to the most stunning temples in the city. He explained me a lot about Malaysian history and culture. I learnt and saw so many things that day. I’m grateful for such a kind and patient guide.
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