Kuala Lumpur Walkabout

Kuala Lumpur City Tours

Cosmopolitan Lifestyles

Diverse Cultures

Major Landmarks

A lifestyle tour, the beautiful thing about walking is the journey itself as you encounter many things you don't see when you're in a vehicle.

You'll start the morning with a visit to a typical wet market and observe the colourful way of life among the locals. From here, we'll walk to Masjid India where your next adventure begins as we explore this area which is affectionately known as “Little India”. Later, we'll walk through Jalan Tun Perak towards the Jamek Mosque, the city's oldest and which was built in 1909. Here, you'll also be shown the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers before proceeding for an authentic banana leaf Indian lunch.

After lunch, visit The Sultan Abdul Samad building which was constructed in 1897 and has long been a landmark for Malaysia and Kuala Lumpur. The unique Moorish-style building has a 41m clock tower dubbed as the “Big Ben of Malaysia.” You'll see Dataran Merdeka or the Independence Square which is appropriately named because it was at this spot on August 31, 1957 where the Malayan flag was hoisted for the first time in the country's history upon gaining independence from the British rule. We'll also show you the St.Mary's Cathedral which opens on February 9, 1895 and was the first brick church erected in the native States of Malay Peninsula.

From here, it's another short walk to the Central market which showcases the local arts and crafts. Visit the “Sze Ya” Temple, one of the oldest Chinese temple in KL, the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple which is the oldest functional Hindu temple in town and a glimpse of Chinatown before we transfer you back to your hotel.

Time:

Duration 7 hours

Includes:

Banana leaf Lunch
Transfer

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Kuala Lumpur Walkabout

09:00 hrs.	Meet at Hotel / Proceed to the Chow Kit Wet Market The Chow kit Market is a classic wet market which sells anything and everything. It is KL's largest indoor market. Inside, narrow walkways lead through a maze of stalls laden with local produce and seafood of any variety and size, vegetables of numerous shapes and colour, meat, spices and loads and loads of fruit.
10:30 hrs.	Proceed to Masjid Jamek / Explore “Little India” in Jalan Masjid India The mosque, Masjid Jamek occupies a historic location at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers, the birth place of Kuala Lumpur. Built in 1909, this is the city's oldest surviving mosque and was officially opened by the then Sultan of Selangor. Its design was inspired by Mogul architecture in northern India. Cupolas and minarets top the brick walls and arched colonnades while a 70-feet dome surmounts the prayer hall. Masjid Jamek was the city's principal mosque until the opening of the National Mosque in 1965. Little India teems with a colourful hotch-potch of people and products. The pre-war shophouses sell a profusion of authentic Indian items such as traditional costumes in vibrant hues, Indian delicacies as well as beautifully crafted ornaments and accessories. Nearby, street vendors sell therapeutic massage oils, herbs and roots.
12:00 hrs.	Banana Leaf Indian Lunch at Lebuh Ampang. This bustling street was the traditional preserve of the Chettiars, or South Indian moneylenders who were the economic force in the early days. The glazed ceramic tiles, peacock designs, traditional low benches and chests are some of the distinctive features of this community. Today, the street is still predominantly occupied by Indian traders, with restaurants, textile shops and sundry stores and it is here where you’ll have a typical Southern Indian lunch which consists of rice, curry, side dishes and yoghurt served on a Banana Leaf. Spicy, flavourful and piquant are common descriptions of Indian cuisine.
13:30 hrs.	Walk thru Dataran Merdeka and to the Central Market The remarkable Sultan Abdul Samad Building, built in 1897, was named after the State Ruler and served as the government administration building during the British era. Boasting a Mahometan or Neo-Saracenic style, the building is constructed entirely on brick. It was the largest building on its day and was said to be the finest in the Malay states. The stately structure consists of an imposing porch, graceful horseshoe-shaped arches, shiny copper domes and a 41.2-metre-high clock tower. It now houses the Malaysian Supreme and High Courts as well as a handicraft centre. The building makes an impressive landmark when illuminated at night. Pasar Seni or Central Market is a bazaar-styled arts and crafts centre offering a wide variety of products created by local artists and craftsmen. You can have your portrait sketched, browse through the souvenirs on display or visit a traditional medicine shop.
14:30 hrs.	Visit the “Sze Ya” Chinese Temple. This is the oldest Taoist temple in the city with a history dating back to 1864. Built by Kapitan Cina Yap Ah Loy, one of the founding fathers of Kuala Lumpur, it features an ornate interior and elaborate roof ridges. The temple pays tribute to the deities, Sin Sze Ya and Si Sze Ya. The oracles of the former were said to have guided Yap Ah Loy during the Civil War. Its rather unusual position behind several shop houses is believed to have been determined by geomancy or feng shui, creating an unusual angle of the walls, arches and stairways.
15:00 hrs.	Visit to Sri Maha Mariamman Hindu Temple Founded in1873, the temple which was originally located near the KL Railway station was moved to the current site in 1885. It is the oldest functional temple in KL and was recently given the honour of being the first ever to be potrayed on a postage stamp. This popular temple is credited with having 242 idols on its 'gopuram' (gateway) and just held its sixth consecration ceremony (held once every 12 years) to celebrate the temples upgrading work done every 12 years and to re-energise the power of the temple.
15.30 hr.	Arrive in Chinatown.
16.00 hr.	Back to Hotel.

Rates

01/04/11 - 31/12/12
Malaysia Lifestyle Walkabout - Kuala Lumpur
Rates per person in Malaysia Ringgit

Private Groups Price
1 Pax	2 Pax	3-5 Pax	6-14 Pax	15-29 Pax	30+ Pax
495	310	265	170	155	120

Restriction: Maximum 100 Pax

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