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3 hours (Approx.)
Pickup from select hotels
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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3 hours (Approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview
Pack in some of Malaysia’s most cultural sights during this Batu Caves tour from Kuala Lumpur. First, take time to explore the caves and its Hindu shrine, and then head to the Malaysian Batik Centre and Royal Selangor Pewter Visitor Centre to learn about some of the country’s most important handicrafts. This tour of Batu Caves includes all entrance fees, as well as round-trip transport.
- Batu Caves tour from Kuala Lumpur
- Be greeted by monkeys at the Batu Caves
- Climb the 272 steps that lead you into the spectacular caverns
- See the art of Batik silk designing, and learn about pewter arts at the Malaysian Batik Centre and the Royal Selangor Visitor Center
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
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Your cultural tour of Malaysia kicks off with hotel pick up. Meet your friendly local guide and professional driver in Kuala Lumpur and begin this memorable Batu Caves tour.
The scenic drive ends at the Batu Caves. These natural limestone masses are home to Hindu shrines that house various religious deities. Learn from your guide about the deep Hindu roots of this nation as you make your way up the 272 steps to the golden Lord Murugan.
Once you arrive at the top, head to Cathedral Cave—the largest in the complex. Your guide offers background on the significance of this space, which houses intricate Hindu shrines.
On your way back to Kuala Lumpur, stop at an area batik center and learn about this traditional art is made. You also visit the Royal Selangor Visitor Center to learn about the ancient art of pewter smithing before returning to your hotel.
The scenic drive ends at the Batu Caves. These natural limestone masses are home to Hindu shrines that house various religious deities. Learn from your guide about the deep Hindu roots of this nation as you make your way up the 272 steps to the golden Lord Murugan.
Once you arrive at the top, head to Cathedral Cave—the largest in the complex. Your guide offers background on the significance of this space, which houses intricate Hindu shrines.
On your way back to Kuala Lumpur, stop at an area batik center and learn about this traditional art is made. You also visit the Royal Selangor Visitor Center to learn about the ancient art of pewter smithing before returning to your hotel.
Itinerary
Batu Caves is an iconic and popular tourist attraction in Selangor. A limestone outcrop located just north of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves housing temples and Hindu shrines. Its main attraction is the large statue of the Hindu God at the entrance, besides a steep 272 climb up its steps to finally view the stunning skyline of the city center. Monkeys frolic around the caves, Batu Caves are an unforgettable excursion from Kuala Lumpur.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Free
Royal Selangor is a Malaysian pewter manufacturer and the largest of its type in the world. You can also take a picture with the world's largest pewter tankard as recognized by the Guinness Book of Records. You will be shown the different processes involved in the production of pewter.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Traveler Tips
- "The climb to the top of Batu Caves is worth the physical stress, although there is another Dark Cave at the top of Batu Caves that you don't have time to explore on this tour, which is a shame." See review
- "The easier way to do this tour is via the hop on hop off which will go out there 2 times a day and give you enough time to climb the caves without the shops plus cheaper" See review
- "Keep in mind Viator is a consolidator and hands off the actual tour to a 3 party." See review
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