| Prices quoted are per person Adult in Ringgit Malaysia (RM) and in US Dollars (US$) Destination ~ Batu Caves & Crafts - Batu Caves, Sared Hindu Shrine, Pewter making, Batik
| Ref. No U2 / 11 |
Outbound From |
Prices as Below |
| Kuala Lumpur |
| HALF DAY TOUR Car / Van with Driver / Guide |
Adult |
Child (3 - 12 yrs) |
| RM |
USD |
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USD |
| 70 |
37 |
40 |
29 |
A trip to the outskirts along "Ambassador's Row", Istana Sharif Ali, Malay Villages. Our first stop at the Royal Selangor Pewter will feature one of the largest and most well known pewter factory in the world, reputed for is high quality and craftsmanship. You will be shown the different processes, such as casting, filing, polishing, soldering, hammering and engraving during this factory tour. Next we stop at a Batik Factory and see how Batik is designed and printed.
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Our last stop will be at the limestone hills of Batu Caves that comprises of three caverns and several small caves. It is the shrine of Lord Muragah or also known as Lord Subramaniam, a Hindu deity. A flight of 272 steps lead up to the temple cave. Another cave at the bottom of the hill showcases a gallery filled with crafted images of deities and murals depicting scenes from the Hindu Scriptures. |
NOTE 2 Departures per day - Morning & Afternoon Duration: 4 Hours Tour Pickup Time: 09.00am & 02.00 pm Minimum 2 persons
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Destination ~ Batu Caves & Thaipusam Festival - Batu Caves, Kavadis, Hindu Festival
| Batu Caves Thaipusam Festival Tour |
| Ref. No C4/05 |
Outbound From K. Lumpur |
RM 180 / USD 50 |
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10th, 11th & 12 FEB 2006 ONLY! Thaipusam is a once in a year unique Hindu festival that is celebrated in a grand scale in the famous Batu Caves. For year 2006 this festival falls on the 11th of February. For more insights in click - Thaipusam INCLUDES * Indian Hindu Guide * Bus from KL - Batu Caves - KL * Light refreshments *Admission fees to Galleries |
ITINERARY Pick-up / depart by bus for trip to Batu Caves. * Orientation to and explanation of Hindu Religious & Cultural Observances as they occur! * Witness the devotees go into a trance' with the chanting of prayers and see the piercing as it takes place with Hindu holy men at the riverside. *Climb the steps to Batu Caves with the 'Kavadi's', and visit the Hindu shrine within. * Visit the smaller caves gallery depicting Hindu Religious Stories with brightly coloured, artistic statue displays. * Browse the stalls for unique Indian treats to eat, or for souvenirs to bring home. Return by bus back to Kuala Lumpur early morning the following day. NOTE Duration: 6 Hours Tour Pickup Time: 7:00 pm * Wear comfortable walking shoes, tennis shoes. Since this package is only available once in a year, there is a limit as to number of persons we can cater for. Bookings will be on a first come basis. |
Destination ~ National Zoo & Selangor Pewter Animals, Pewter Handicrafts & Crafting
| National Zoo & Pewter Making |
| Ref. No T1/ 06 |
Outbound From |
Prices as Below |
| Kuala Lumpur |
| HALF DAY TOUR Car / Van with Driver / Guide |
Adult |
Child (3 - 12 yrs) |
| RM |
USD |
RM |
USD |
| 140 |
37 |
110 |
29 |
We begin our tour with the National Zoo, which is the largest in Malaysia and situated just outside the city limits and yet a world away from its hustle and bustle.
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Located 13 km to the northeast of Kuala Lumpur, the National Zoo houses some 4,000 animals from 800 species of animals, birds and reptiles, while the aquarium has 80 species of marine and fresh water fish. Within its extensive grounds are sections catering for different species of animals and species. |
We proceed next to the Royal Selangor Pewter Factory, where upon arrival, you will be taken for a tour at the pewter gallery. The gallery offers a host of interactive displays and fascinating exhibits. From the gallery we continue with the highlight of the tour by enrolling into the 'School of Hard Knocks'.
| Using just a few simple tools (hammer, wooden mould, scrapper, etc.), you will be given an opportunity to make your own personalised pewter dish with your initials or message engraved on the dish. Step by step, the experienced pewter smith will guide you through the simple processes of forming, scrapping, polishing and packing the finished dish for you to keep, along with an apron as a memento. A personalised certificate will be presented to you to attest to your newfound skills |
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INCLUDES *National Zoo Entrance Fee *Skill training at the School of Hard Knocks NOTE *Duration: 5 Hours *Tour Pickup Time: 09.00 am *Minimum 2 persons |
  Kuala Lumpur Sarawak Terengganu Kelantan Selangor Pahang Kedah Sabah |
