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KL City / GENTING HIGHLANDS / Sunway Lagoon
Fireflies / Dutch Fort
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Day 01 Airport/Kuala Lumpur (Morning Arrival) (B)
Upon arrival, meet and greet our representative at the arrival hall, pick up and proceed for a complimentary breakfast. Transfer to hotel, check in (subject to availability). Leave your luggage at the hotel storage, refresh at the hotel launch restroom, and proceed for Kuala Lumpur city tour. Kuala Lumpur is often referred as “The Garden City of Lights”.
Start your tour covering the Old Railway station, Moorish-style structure built in 1910 is no longer the jumping-off point for long-distance destinations, but its charms remain. Independence Square, literally known as the Selangor Club Padang or simply the "Padang" means field and was originally the cricket green of the Selangor Club (now Royal Selangor Club). The Sultan Abdul Samad Building, which grandly overlooks the Dataran Merdeka or Independence Square, is one of the most significant landmarks built by the British. Designed by A. C. Norman who was inspired by Indian Moghul architecture, this building was completed in 1897 and housed the Selangor State Secretariat and later the Supreme Court before being abandoned for a number of years. It now houses the Ministry of Heritage, Culture and Arts.
Next, proceed to Kuala Lumpur City Gallery (KL City Gallery), located in the historical Merdeka Square, offers a fascinating journey through the city's past, present, and future. Established in 2011, this unique gallery showcases the rich history of Kuala Lumpur and the remarkable growth it has experienced. Featuring a variety of exhibits, the gallery offers something for everyone. Highlights include a mesmerizing giant KL city model, the iconic 'I ❤️ KL' sculpture, and a series of interactive displays that detail the city's evolution. History buffs will love the rare photographs and artifacts on display, while the gift shop offers a plethora of souvenirs to remember your visit. It is open daily from 9 am to 6:30 pm, making it a perfect stop for tourists and locals alike. Don't miss out on this captivating attraction that gives you a snapshot of Kuala Lumpur's remarkable story!
Have lunch at nearby vicinity and proceed to the Tugu Negara or National Monument stands in a 12 acres land of the Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens was erected in honor of the fallen heroes of the 1st and 2nd World Wars, as well as the Malayan Emergency from the years 1948 to 1960. It is located on a hill next to the Malaysian Parliament House. A ceremony is held here every year on Heroes Day, 31st July, to mark the nations respect for the fallen heroes. Be there on that day and you'll get to see our national leaders in person. The ceremony is usually attended by the Malaysian King, the Prime Minister and the head of Royal Malaysian Armed Forces.
It is sculptured by Felix de Weldon an Austrian American. The height of the Sculpture is 15 metres. There are 7 bronze figures of soldiers, each of which symbolizes leadership, suffering, unity, vigilance, strength, courage and sacrifice. 5 of the figures represents the victorious allied forces while the other 2 figures that lie on the ground represents that of the defeated communist forces. Have dinner at nearby vicinity. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in KL.
Day 02 Kuala Lumpur/Batu Caves (B)
Next, drive back to Breakfast and proceed to Batu Caves is also a tourist spot. Before heading to 272 stairs up to the cave which is approximately 400ft above ground level, start off with Pillaiyar temple first. View the 42.7m high golden statue the world's tallest statue of Lord Murugan just beside the stairs.
The limestone forming Batu Caves is said to be around 400 million years old and the most southerly lying outcrop of limestone in the northern hemisphere.
In 1891 temple founder, Thamboosamy Pillai, laid foundation stone and installed a "murti" or consecrated statue of the Sri Subramania Swamy Temple. Apparently the mouth of the entrance to the main cave resembles the shape of a "Vel" or spear. In 1892 First Thaipusam festival celebrated here. This major Hindu festival has been held here annually since then. 1920 Wooden steps were built to access the main cave or the cathedral cave where the Sri Subramania Swamy Temple is located.
Next, visit the impressive statue of Hanuman, the monkey God, dominating the approach to a temple cave dedicated to his worship. The 15 meters or 50 foot tall statue of Hanuman or the monkey god, related to the tale of Ramayana located towards the left of the temple compound as one enters. Spend some time in Sri Ranganathar temple, just next to the Hanuman temple.
Have lunch and proceed to visit the New Royal Palace in Jalan Duta which has been designed to exude a regal image representing the constitutional monarchy which is one of the pillars of the nation. The palace complex has an area of 97.65 hectares, 22 domes, split into three main portions, the Formal Component, Royal Component and Administration Component.
At night, the Istana Negara is more breathtaking and picturesque as the dome will take on different hues and the color of the lighting will vary depending on the official function that is being hosted inside the palace. The 14th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah, is the first King installed at the palace. Have dinner, transfer to hotel. Overnight in Kuala Lumpur.
Day 03 Kuala Lumpur City (B)
After breakfast, proceed to view the KL Tower with entrance ticket up to the observatory deck, a 421m high telecommunications and broadcasting tower which actually appears to be taller than the Petronas Towers. We know that the Petronas Towers are the highest buildings in Kuala Lumpur, because it is built on a hill, amidst the city of Kuala Lumpur the Menara Kuala Lumpur stands at 515m above sea level.
It also claims to house the highest McDonald's in the World. This tower has an observation deck, where you finally can manage to get a bird's eye view of the city. Menara Kuala Lumpur ranks fourth amongst the tallest telecommunications towers in the world and was constructed over a period of four years and completed in May 1996. Menara Kuala Lumpur is designed to withstand wind pressures of up to 90mph.
After KL tower, proceed to the Petronas Twin Towers for a day light view, stopover for photo shots. Shop at KLCC Suria Shopping Complex till night falls. Come out of the building to have a crystal night view of the tower.
Notice: PETRONAS Twin Towers Skybridge visit will be CLOSED on Mondays
Petronas twin towers is Kuala Lumpur’s tallest skyscrapers, of 452m/1,483f, 88 stories each of the 100-acre development, the Towers standing majestically at 452 metres have been acknowledged by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat as the tallest buildings in the world, designed and created by renowned architect, Cesar Pelli & Associates of the USA was selected through an international design competition held in 1991.
Attached to each Tower on the 44-storey is the side tower or annexe, which provides an architectural balance to the slender profile of the main Tower. A 58.4 metre sky bridge at levels 41 and 42 links the Twin Towers. The unique double-deck sky bridge stands 170 metres above street level with its arch support forming a symbolic gateway to the city centre, completed in 1997.
After enjoying the astonishing tower, have dinner and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Kuala Lumpur.
Day 04 Kuala Lumpur/Genting Highlands (B)
After breakfast, proceed to Genting Highlands. Upon arriving Genting Highlands, we will drop you off at skyway cable-car station with our tour guide on a return cable-car ticket.
Our tour guide will guide you the tour till evening 6.00pm, till the Outdoor Theme Park closes at 6.00pm.
Genting Highlands is located at an altitude of 1,800 metres above sea level and is one of the most developed hill holiday resorts in Malaysia. Its temperature ranges from 15 °C to 24 °C throughout the year and is a place for one to escape the heat of the cities.
It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to drive up the hill from Kuala Lumpur city, a distance of 51km, called the City Of Entertainment and rightly so as you will be able to enjoy the various attractions and modern facilities on this hill resorts.
The Genting Skyway is the longest cable car in South East Asia. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the tropical forest and valleys from the cable car. It has 6 hotels with more than 10,000 guest rooms. The First World hotel is the biggest hotel in the world. The nation's only casino is located here.
Genting International Convention Centre has hosted many world class conferences, seminars and meetings. Have more than 90 dining outlets. KFC, MacDonald, Chinese restaurants, western restaurants and other fast food chain restaurants located here.
Evening after 6.00pm, our tour guide will guide you to the cable car skyways, to the downhill station. Leave the skyway station before the traffic jam starts. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in Kuala Lumpur
Day 05 Kuala Lumpur/Kuala Selangor (B)
After breakfast, proceed to Kuala Selangor Bukit Melawati (Melawati Hill) or Fort Altingsburg, a historical hill and one of Kuala Selangor's most popular tourist attractions during the day, once home to a mighty fortress built by Sultan Ibrahim of Selangor towards the end of the 17th century, an effort to safeguard the state from Dutch forces that had conquered Malacca. (*Tram services only on weekends.)
Now, all that remains for visitors to see are a few decrepit foundation stones and walls, along with some of the 68 cannons originally used for the fort’s defense.
A series of ancient steps, fringed by stone walls, leads up to the fort grounds, light house slightly below the peak built in 1907 still continues to guide ships sailing through the Straits of Malacca today. It is an ideal site for looking out at the Straits of Malacca at the strategic mouth of the Selangor River.
On weekends, there are colorful tram ride that starts from the base of the hill and leads around Bukit Melawati, allowing visitors to disembark at interesting spots, then catch the next tram ride back down the hill. All public vehicles are forbidden from travelling up Melawati Hill.
The phenomenal attraction at Bukit Melawati is the Silver Leaf Monkeys. This gentle species of primate, originating from the neighboring mangrove areas below, have become tame from visitor feedings and now approach people without hesitation for handouts. You can actually stroke them and they happily sit and pose for you to take photos.
The Silver-leaf babies have golden fur as compared with the adults of a dull-ashen grey. The long-tailed macaques, on the other hand, are mischievous, you never know what they would do.
(Although they have had many interactions with humans, we must remember that they are wild and wild animals tend to be erratic sometimes.)
The interesting historical museum with some genuine artifacts and more information on display is perched next to the lighthouse facing the viewpoint area.
Evening, visit the Firefly Park, one of the largest firefly colonies in the world, ‘The flashing Christmas tree’ the highlight of the tour.
The growth of the firefly must be mingled with the water of the runnels, woods and environment and probably the river meets in the intersection of the fresh and salt-water. “Berembang” trees must be something that fancied fireflies a lot to reside. A perfect timing to view would be between 8.00 to 9.00pm and if you could pick a moonless night would be excellent.
Grab a life jackets from the floating platform, settle into your seats on the Sampan or battery operated Motorboat comfortably and safely, and with a push of the oar, the boatman slowly steer you away from the platform and into the night to a memorable twinkling of the heavens.
If you are a non-vegetarian and a seafood lover, Kuala Selangor would be a right place to explore sea food dinner, at a floating restaurant. After dinner, take a slow drive back to Kuala Lumpur enjoying the rural and urban night life of Malaysia. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in Kuala Lumpur.
Day 06 Kuala Lumpur/Sunway Lagoon (Wholeday) - (6 Parks) (B)
After breakfast at hotel, proceed for the themed sections of fantastic rides & attractions at Sunway Lagoon (6 parks only). The Waters of Africa takes one on a fantasy journey into the wilderness of this continent. The Wild Wild West transports you into a cowboy town, more thrilling adventures. The world's largest pedestrian suspension bridge gives you a stunning view of the entire lagoon. Have an exciting day from 11am till 6.00pm.
After the exceptional enjoyment, have dinner at the many shops, food courts and restaurants around the resorts. Free and Easy at own leisure at the Pyramid Shopping Mall. Overnight in KL.
Please take note: If you have to walk out of the park for some reason, a sum of RM10.00 deposit is chargeable for every entry into the park which will be refunded upon return of wristband tag on the same day before 7.00pm.
Day 07 Putrajaya/Departure (B)
Breakfast and drive to Putrajaya, the futuristic township, which sits on a magnificent 4,931 hectares spread. Its Master plan is designed along an axial tangent which runs from the northeast to southeast taking full advantage of the natural surroundings.
About 40% of Putrajaya is natural. Lush greenery, botanical gardens are spread across the landscape enhanced by large bodies of water and wetlands, serves as the federal administrative centre of Malaysia. The seat of government was shifted in 1999 from Kuala Lumpur due to the overcrowding and congestion.
Have lunch at the Putrajaya Lakeside Food Court, proceed to Putrajaya International Convention Center is another impressive building in Putrajaya, which covers an area of 135,000 square meters, or approximately 1.3 million square feet.whose shape is based on the eye of the ‘pending perak’, a type of silver belt buckle used in traditional Malay wear.
Its roof has a folded origami design and the walls are made of glass, providing generous amounts of natural lighting that illuminates the auditorium through the raked and shaded windows.
After visiting the convention centre, head on to the airport in time for your onwards destination.
Package includes:-
Return airport transfer.
A/C vehicles throughout the journey.
5 nights 3* hotel in Kuala Lumpur with breakfast.
Bukit Melawati Tram ticket on weekends.
Flireflies entrance ticket.
Sunway Lagoon admission ticket (6 parks only)
English speaking tour guide throughout the tour.
All highlighted tour spots as mentioned in the itinerary.
Day trip to Genting Highlands with Cable car return ticket.
Toll, Parking, Permit & Taxes included.
Package Excludes:-
International/Domestic Airfare and Visa application.
Insurance and Medical claims.
Petronas Twin tower entrance.
All Theme Park entrance in Genting Highlands.
Sunway Lagoon Bungy Jump/G-Force X and others.
Multilingual tour guide upon request.
Tipping for driver/Guide.
Items of personal nature like all Calls, Laundry, Alcoholic or Non Alcoholic beverages or bottled water used in hotel, items ordered on room service, mini bar etc.
All others specifically not mentioned in the includes.
Remarks:
Package rate will be calculated according to your group size upon request.
Reservation and bookings of hotel has not been made till further confirmation and payment received from guest.
Itinerary mentioned above is subject to changes according to your flight timings.
Full payment shall be made at least 3 weeks in advance before travelling date, for accommodation and transportation bookings.
Rates will be revised if any less or more guest upon confirmation.
(Insurance and Medical claim implies only for Malaysian citizens from departure till return date on end of tour).