Batu Caves & Malaysian Handicraft Tour: Pewter & Batik Experience

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Enjoy the countryside landscapes and handycraft tour by leave the streets of Malaysia’s capital city from Kuala Lumpur. Visit one of the nation’s most beloved shrines, located in the Batu Caves, and see how two of the country’s traditional crafts are made during stops at the Royal Selangor Pewter factory and a batik center. Choose morning or afternoon departure time and smile all the trips.

- Energetic atmosphere at the holy site of Batu Caves
- Up-close look at the art of traditional batik painting
- Rows of embassy buildings along Ampang Road
- Astonishing view into the world of pewter at Royal Selangor
- Friendly guide to explain Malaysia's multicultural society
- Hassle free hotel pick up & drop off included

What's Included

English-speaking driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private Transportation (if private tour selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (free pick up within 5km of City Center)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuala Lumpur City Centre (5km radius from KLCC). You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (please wait in front of Harriston Chocolate Boutique on the right side of the main entrance) An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

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Meeting point
MATIC

You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (please wait in front of Harriston Chocolate Boutique on the right side of the main entrance)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Royal Selangor Visitor Centre

    A trip to the outskirts along the ‘Ambassador Row’. Our first stop at the Royal Selangor Pewter will feature the largest and most modern pewter factory in the world, reputed internationally for its high quality and craftsmanship. You will be shown the different processes, such as casting, filing, polishing, soldering, hammering and engraving during this factory tour

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Jadi Batek Gallery

    Next we stop at Batik Factory – see how Batik is designed and printed.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Batu Caves

    Your last stop will be at the limestone hills of Batu Caves that comprises of three caverns and several smaller caves. It is the shrine of Lord Murugah, a Hindu deity – a flight of 272 steps lead up to the temple cave. Another cave, called the museum cave, is filled with images of deities and murals depicting scenes from the Hindu scriptures. Closed for 3 days on Thaipusam Festive (the day before, during and the day after festive) After your day filled with Malaysian history, culture, and traditions, you will end your tour with hotel or port drop off in Kuala Lumpur.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Closed for 3 days on Thaipusam Festive (the day before, during and the day after festive)
Supplied by Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd

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Cancellation Policy

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

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