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Approximate Duration: 3.5 hrs
For first-timers to the city, this tour introduces
you to the beauty of old and modern Kuala Lumpur.
The first stop will be an opportunity of photographing
the famous Petronas Twin Towers, the world’s
tallest, as it stands majestically in the city
center. Next is a visit to Handicraft Centre,
which offers a host of colourful and beautiful
handicrafts from states of Malaysia.After that
you will stop at the breathtaking Royal King
Palace, which provides excellent photographic
opportunities. This is followed by a visit to
the Historical Museum for an insight into Malaysian
history and heritage.
Our next stop is the National Monument, erected
in 1966 in memory of fallen soldiers who fought
in the guerilla’s war against communism
in defence of the country.
Drive pass the National Mosque and the Railway
Administrative building before coming to the
Independence Square where the country first
national flag was hoisted to mark the achievement
of independent from the British in 1957. Here
at this spot, you will be also able to photograph
the scenic Sultan Abdul Samad building with
its intricate Moorish architecture.
Highlight of the tour:
- Petronas Twin Towers (photo stop)
- King’s Palace (Photo stop)
- National Monument
- National Museum (exclude entrance fee)
- Sultan Abdul Samad Building
Approximate Duration: 3.5 hrs
A trip to the outskirts along the ‘Ambassador
Row’, Istana Sharif Ali, Malay Villages.
Our first stop at the Royal Selangor Visitor
Centre. Royal Selangor has survived two world
wars to become the largest and best-known producer
of pewter in the world. At the Visitor Centre,
discover the heritage and history of the company
since its’ founding days in 1885. Tour
the Pewter Museum to view ancient pewtersmithing
tools and artifacts. You will also learn the
ancient art of pewtersmithing as it was done
hundreds of years ago. Lastly, view a demonstration
of pewter making processes at the factory which
includes casting, filing, hammering and soldering.
New is a visit to Batik Factory to get a glimpse
of how Batik is designed and printed. Following
this is a visit to the Jade Museum. Lastly you
will stop at Batu Caves which comprise a collection
of caves. The temple cave, accessible by alighting
a flight of 272 steps, houses the shrine to
Lord Muruga, a Hindu deity, while the museum
cave host paintings and murals depicting scenes
from Hindu scriptures
Approximate Duration: 5.5 hrs
The tour will expose you to the real feeling
of being in the tropical rainforest of Malaysia,
a guided tour by an expert on Malaysian Jungle.
This specially designed program is to introduce
you to the wonders and the beauty of a primary
tropical rainforest all in a day while staying
in Kuala Lumpur.
The journey to the tropical rainforest in the
outskirts of the city, will take approximately
an hour. Along the way you pass through typical
Malay villagers and scenes of friendly people
going about their daily chores. Our first stop
on the way is the aboriginal museum. Among the
displays are weapons used for hunting, clothing
made from tree barks, traditional musical instruments
etc. An introduction of the place and activities
will be carried out immediately on arrival before
proceeding with the activities such as jungle
trekking, identification of various fruit trees
(seasonal or non-seasonal), test your skill
with the blowpipe shooting or fishing catch
and release) at the nearby fresh water pond
using the bamboo rod or simply take a dip in
the nearby river or in the swimming pool. Lunch
will be served at the jungle resort.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes, hat/cap
& bring a long bath tower and spare clothing
in case you’ll get wet or dirty. Meal:
Lunch
Approximate Duration: 3.5 hrs
This evening takes you to the open-air bazaar
of Chinatown, a Hindu temple and a sumptuous
Malay cuisine accompanied with a cultural show.
Open air bazaar of Chinatown – take a
stroll through this night market, where the
locals engage in hectic bargaining for merchandises
spread across the streets. Later, proceed to
a Malay Restaurant for buffet dinner and Cultural
Show – help yourself to a buffet dinner
where a sumptuous variety of local dishes and
delicacies await you. Meal: Dinner
Approximate Duration: 08 hrs
Malacca, located 160 kilometers south of Kuala
Lumpur, is the most important historical landmark
in the country. Founded by Parameswara, a Hindu
Prince from Palembang. The Portuguese, Dutch
and English also ruled Malacca. The ruins and
building of these conquerors can still be seen
today, blending with the fast developing but
careful planed township. Visit St. Peter’s
Church (1710) – the oldest Christian Church
still in use in Malaysia. Drive past the largest
17th century Chinese cemetery outside of China,
located at Bukit China or Chinese Hill. Stop
at the foothill to view the Sultan’s Well
before driving through the Portuguese Settlement.
Proceed to view the famous gateway, ‘Porta
De Santiago’ and the ruins of St. Paul’s
Church lined by 17th century Dutch tombstones.
Next on the list is “Red Square”
– the salmon pink Dutch administrative
buildings which today houses the Malacca Museum
and government offices. Visit Christchurch before
proceeding for lunch, we visit the “Abode
Merciful Clouds’ or the Cheng Hoon Teng
Temple – the only temple where you can
find 3 major doctrines of local Chinese belief
under the same roof, viz: Taoism, Buddhism and
Confucianism. Take a stroll along Malacca’s
Jonker Street, which ends by the banks of the
Malacca River.
Approximate Duration: 06 hrs
KL is surrounded by hills and the most famous
of these is the Genting Highlands. A 90 minutes
drive passing through the rolling hills and
greenery, amidst the freshness of cool, crisp
mountain air about 6,000 feet above sea level,
lies Malaysia’s only casino resort. Stop
at cable car station and take a skyway cable
car ride, with a sky above you and a tropical
rainforest below, ride up to the hilltop on
the longest and fastest cable car in Southeast
Asia. Fringed by on of the oldest tropical jungles
in the world, you can try your luck at Blackjack,
Keno, Roulette or a host of other casino games.
If this is not your cup of tea, then, take time
off to enjoy the numerous recreational facilities
at the indoor and outdoor Theme Park. There
is Corkscrew, Euro Express Roller Coaster, Turbo
Drop, Super Tobonggan & Sky Venture 0 the
on and only sky diving simulator in Asia.
For the casino entrance, dress attire must
be t-shirt with collar. No torn jeans, shorts,
or slippers & cameras allowed inside the
casino. **Price does not
include recreational activities and cable car.
Approximate Duration: 08 hrs
Proceed to Kuala Selangor town in the quiet
hamlet of Kampung Kuantan, one of the largest
firefly colonies in the world.
One arrival at Kuala Selangor, visit “Kota
Melawati” formerly known as “Fort
Altingsburg”, the execution block, royal
mausoleum and colonial buildings. A bird sanctuary
park at the foot of Bukit Melawati is an ideal
place for bird watchers to watch migratory birds.
Also found are silvered-leaf monkeys, butterflies
etc.
Next, proceed to Kampung Kuantan – the
highlight of the tour. Row upstream in a small
unmotorised boat (tongkang) in the quiet darkness
to witness the blinking trees. This scintillating
display of fireflies portrays an image of a
flashing Christmas tree. The synchronized, rhythmic
flashing is produced by the thousands of fireflies
found in the mangrove swamp of Kampung Kuantan.
The skilled local oarsmen make this experience
a memorable and unforgettable one. Meal: Seafood
dinner
Approximate Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Pick up at Hotel in Kuala Lumpur city and transfer
to your home stay family dwelling. Introduction
to your home stay family before transferring
to their home. Settle-in and get-to - know your
foster family. Join-in with the daily activities.
Dinner village style. Overnight.
Local breakfast. Tour of village proceeding
to the oil palm, coffee and rubber plantation.
Witness how rubber trees are tap for their latex.
Proceed to witness the cottage industry activities
like in making traditional local delicacies
from Tapioca, Sweet Potatoes and etc. Have a
photo session in Malay costume. After lunch,
depart to Kuala Lumpur City.
NOTE:
All potential visitors must be aware of condition
at home stay such as:
Room - Fan only, clean and simple
Meals - Malay food, not spicy
House - Typical Malay home atmosphere
All potential visitors should bring along
mosquito repellant. Bookings must be made at
least 7 workings days prior to arrival. Main
language spoken by villager is Bahasa Malaysia.
English is not commonly spoken however; the
villagers make all attempts to provide a comfortable
and memorable stay.
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