Kuala Lumpur Grand Day Tour

Despite rapid development, Kuala Lumpur has managed to retain her charm, with a skyline that blends the Old World with the New. See the contrast of the distinctive Indo-Moorish architecture and the ultra modern edifices, the Petronas Twin Towers - tallest in the world. Drive past the elegant Jamek Mosque, which occupies the symbolic birthplace of Kuala Lumpur and the bustling Chinatown before a photo stop at the majestic Royal Palace.

Continue journey to the National Museum where historical Malaysian artifacts & replicas among others are on display. Later take a stroll at the beautiful Lake Gardens located within the vicinity of National Monument. The final stop is the Craft Cultural Complex where you may chance upon local artists at work and see demonstration of fine jewelry-making at OE Design located within the same premises. Buffet lunch at local restaurant.

After lunch, drive through the Ambassadors’ Row along Kuala Lumpur’s historic Ampang Road, view Malaysian suburban homes as well as rural lifestyle. Proceed to Gombak to see the art of Batik designing. On the way, you will pass by typical Malay houses. The last stop is the spectacular Batu Caves. This massive limestone outcrop and its cavernous interior is home to Hindu deities and one will need to climb its 272 steps to fully appreciate the caves.

Batu Caves and Suburbs of Kuala Lumpur

Drive through The Ambassador's row along Kuala Lumpur's historic Ampand Road, view Malaysian suburban homes as well as rural lifestyle enroute to the internationally renowned Royal Selangor Pewter factory where you will see the art of fine pewter crafting.

Proceed to Gombak and see the art of Batik designing. On the way, you will pass by typical Malay house before coming to your last stop, the spectacular Batu Caves. This massive limestone outcrop and its cavernous interior is home to Hindu deities and one will need to climb its 272 steps to fully appreciate the caves.

Kuala Selangor Fireflies

Free from the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur is the countryside of Kuala Selangor, small rustic town known for its historic past and natural heritage of Mangrove forest and bird sanctuary. Walk around the jungle trails, learn about the Mangrove trees and spot some birds - a mix of local and migratory species.

Here is one of two places in the world - the other being along the Amazon River in Brazil - where millions of fireflies can be seen to flash their 'lights'. The location along the Selangor River in Kampung Kuantan is special because it is easily accessible. The fireflies congregate on trees, which is reachable by a short sampan (traditional boat) ride. According to locals, the best time to see the fireflies is during the new moon, about one to four hours after sunset.

Enjoy dinner (included) at a local restaurant by the riverfront before boating upstream to watch thousands of fireflies sparkling in the thick mangrove along both sides of the river banks, a wonderful phenomena resembling rows of brightly lit Christmas trees.