3-Hour Kuala Lumpur Walking Tour with Historic Temples and Breakfast
About This Tour
Discover Kuala Lumpur's rich cultural mix on a private 3-hour walking tour through the city's historic heart. Starting at Merdeka Square, you'll take in a skyli...
Duration: 3 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: No · City: Kuala Lumpur · Languages: English, Mandarin
Know before you go: Please wear comfortable walking shoes, as walking is involved.; Exploration of the city will be on foot. The total walking distance is approximately 2-3 km, mostly on level ground, and most attractions are located relatively close by.; Travellers should ensure they are generally in good health and fit to join the activity.; Not wheelchair accessible.; This is a private tour; only you will participate.; The itinerary sequence is subject to rescheduling.
About Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Weave between the Petronas Towers, aromatic Indian, Chinese and Malay eateries, panoramic sky bars and sprawling malls with a local guide in Kuala Lumpur, a bustling business hub of Asia.
What's Included
- Live tour commentary provided by a licensed tourist guide.
- A complimentary Malaysian breakfast with a hot drink (coffee or tea) per person.
Not Included
- Travel insurance.
- Meals and beverages unless otherwise stated in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Historic Temples and Heritage Walk in Kuala Lumpur
Private day tour duration: 3 hours (start at 8:30 am, end at 11:30 am). Join us on this beautiful experience and visit the famous shrines of Kuala Lumpur, such as Sze Ya Temple, Masjid Jamek, and Sri Maha Mariamman Temple. Discover the beautiful skyline that blends the old world with the new after the British colonial era, and learn about Independence Square, a historic site associated with Malaysia's freedom. Highlights Marvel at the Indo-Moorish architecture of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Visit Masjid Jamek, the oldest mosque in the city. Offer your prayers at Sze Ya Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in the city. Learn about Independence Square, where the national flag was hoisted for the first time. Enjoy the city's scenic views on your tour. Itinerary Explore the beautiful city of Kuala Lumpur. Meet and greet at Independence "Merdeka" Square at 8:00 am. Start the tour by seeing the Indo-Moorish Sultan Abdul Samad Building, built in 1897, and visit Independence Square. See Masjid Jamek, the oldest mosque in the city, built in 1909. Hear the story of the River of Life. Stroll through lively Chinatown and visit Sze Ya Temple. Built in 1864, it is the oldest Taoist temple in the city. Its deities guided Yap Ah Loy in defeating enemies and defending the town of Kuala Lumpur during the civil war from 1870 to 1873, and the architecture was completed in 1883. Visit the Mother Goddess Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, founded in 1873 as a private family shrine by the prominent businessman K. Thamboosamy Pillai. Mariam is associated with the sustaining and life-giving qualities that rain brings. As adequate rain is required for an abundant harvest, she is also linked with prosperity. Depart for your onward destination after the tour ends at 11:30 am.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Photo will be shown upon booking confirmation. · Tour start: Meet and Greet at Independence “Merdeka” square at 8.30 am — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.