Cruise - Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur) Shore excursion

Cruise - Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur) Shore excursion

Kuala Lumpur is approximately 45km (1 hour to 1.5 hours) from Port Klang where the cruise ships berth. There are limited options getting into town without advance private arrangement. The closest train station is a 20 mins drive away. The port is not serviced by public buses. Cruise official tours are crowded with fixed itineraries.

Our tours are private/small and are highly customizable to the interest of the party. Cost of tour would be at a slight premium for 2 pax but it would be break even with the official tours at 4-6 pax.

There is the option of going for a driver/guide or with the addition of a local expert (which comes highly recommended). All your local guides are licensed and are native english speakers.

All guides and driver that we engage have tremendous experience in handling cruise tours, possess a depth of knowledge and are highly aware of the importance of timing.

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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Batu Caves, Batu Caves, Selangor

You will be visiting one of the top 3 signature sights of Kuala Lumpur. The Batu Cave is a Hindu temple built into a natural limestone cave. Visitors could opt to climb the 272 instagramable rainbow colored steps into the cathedral cave OR opt for an easier option to visit the lower cave that depicts an ancient hindu folklore. On most days, guests will be greeted by the wild monkeys (long tailed macaques) as they make their journey to the top.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Petronas Twin Towers, Concourse Level, Lower Ground Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur 50088 Malaysia

Part of the trip would bring guests to the Icon of Kuala Lumpur, the famed Petronas Twin Towers. This is arranged as a photostop.

However, should the party be interested to visit the towers, we would be happy to assist with the necessary arrangements. Tickets has to be purchased in advance as it is limited per time slot. Please inform upon booking should the party be interested.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

The third sight unique to Kuala Lumpur is Dataran Merdeka (i.e the Independence Square). Your local expert would take you on a short walk around the old British enclave featuring the Sultan Abdul Samad building, the St. Mary's cathedral, the Padang, the Royal Selangor Clubhouse and on towards the confluence of the river where Kuala Lumpur was founded.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Thean Hou Temple, 65 Persiaran Endah Off Jalan Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur 50460 Malaysia

Guests would be brought to visit a chinese temple in Kuala Lumpur to better understand the cultural component of the city. Depending on time and interest of the party, guests would be brought either to the Sin Sze Ya temple or the more magnificent Thean Hou chinese temple. Your guide would proceed to explain the intricacy of what makes a chinese temple along with the significance of the rituals conducted. Guest could opt to get their future fortunes foretold for a courtesy token at the Thean Hou chinese temple.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Central Market Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Hang Kasturi, Kuala Lumpur 50050 Malaysia

Party would visit the central market (the local arts and craft bazaar) for some free and easy time. This old wet market converted craft bazaar is easily where visitors could get one of the more unique but affordable souvenirs in town. Located less than 150m from Chinatown, guest could opt to walk over to Petaling Street for some knock off bargain goods should they prefer to.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Istana Negara, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur 50490 Malaysia

We would stop for a photo opportunity at the stately new King's Palace. Your guide would elaborate on the unique monarchy system of Malaysia. This stop functions secondarily as a washroom break in between the port and KL.

Duration: 15 minutes