Putrajaya City and Batu Caves Tour: Explore Malaysia's Administrative Hub and Sacred Shrine

Discover the beauty of Putrajaya City and the sacred Batu Caves on this guided tour. Explore Malaysia’s administrative hub, visit stunning monuments, and experience the energetic atmosphere of the holy site. Hassle-free hotel pick-up and drop-off included.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Batu Caves - Begin your journey with a hotel pickup in Kuala Lumpur, heading first to the limestone hills of Batu Caves, which feature three main caverns and several smaller ones. This site is a shrine dedicated to Lord Murugah, a Hindu deity, and requires climbing 272 steps to reach the temple cave. Another cave, known as the museum cave, showcases images of deities and murals illustrating scenes from Hindu scriptures.

Closed for 3 days during the Thaipusam Festival (the day before, the day of, and the day after the festival).

  • Putrajaya - Located south of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya is a city in Malaysia officially known as the Federal Territory of Putrajaya. It is renowned for its late-20th-century architecture, including the Putra Mosque, constructed from rose-colored granite with a pink dome. Nearby is the grand Perdana Putra with its green dome, housing the prime minister’s office complex. The 3-tiered Putra Bridge, inspired by Iranian architecture, features 4 minaret-type piers overlooking the man-made Putrajaya Lake.
  • Putra Mosque - The Putra Mosque is the main mosque of Putrajaya Wilaya, Malaysia. Its construction began in 1997 and was completed two years later. Situated next to the Perdana Putra, which houses the Malaysian Prime Minister’s office, and the man-made Putrajaya Lake, the mosque features a large square with flagpoles displaying the flags of Malaysian states. The pink-domed mosque is built with rose-tinted granite and includes three main functional areas: the prayer hall, the Sahn (courtyard), and various learning facilities and function rooms. It can accommodate up to 15,000 worshippers at a time.

Putra Square
Stop- 5 Minutes
Putra Square is a city square in Putrajaya used for festivals such as the Malaysian Independence Day parade. The 300-meter circular square is surrounded by Perdana Putra, Putra Mosque, Putra Bridge, and the Promenade Shopping Mall.
Note- Photo Stop

  • Perdana Putra - Perdana Putra is a building in Putrajaya, Malaysia, housing the office complex of the Prime Minister of Malaysia. Located on the main hill in Putrajaya, it has become synonymous with the executive branch of the Malaysian federal government.

Note- Photo Stop

  • Putrajaya Lake - Putrajaya Lake is a 650-hectare man-made lake at the center of Putrajaya, designed to act as a natural cooling system for the city and for recreation, fishing, water sports, and water transport. The lake and its surroundings are Putrajaya’s most popular resource for informal recreation as a waterfront city. It has an average depth of 6.60 meters and a catchment area of 50.9 square kilometers. The well-known Putra Mosque, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, and Millennium Monument are located on its shores.

Note- Photo Stop

  • Putra Bridge - Putra Bridge is the main bridge in Putrajaya, Malaysia, similar to Khaju Bridge in Esfahan, Iran. Spanning 435 meters, it connects the Government Precinct to the Mixed Development Precinct and links Putra Square with the Boulevard. It was constructed in 1997. The upper level of the bridge forms part of the Boulevard.

Note: Photo Stop View

  • Kelab Tasik Putrajaya - Cruise Tasik Putrajaya offers a comfortable sightseeing and dining lake cruise experience, providing one of the best ways to see the city’s sights by day or night. Located on Putrajaya Lake next to Putra Mosque and Dataran Putra, it is one of the city’s top tourist attractions.

Note: Admission is not included; coordinate with the driver for more information.

  • Putrajaya International Convention Centre - The Putrajaya International Convention Centre is the main convention center in Putrajaya. From PICC hill, you can have a good photo vantage point overlooking Putrajaya. About 5km away, you can see Perdana Putra at the other end of the long, straight boulevard running down the middle of Putrajaya.

  • Seri Perdana - Seri Perdana is the official residence of the Prime Minister of Malaysia, located in Putrajaya.

  • Masjid Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin (Masjid Besi) - The Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, or Iron Mosque, is the second principal mosque in Putrajaya, Malaysia, after Putra Mosque. Located in Putrajaya’s Precinct 3, opposite the Palace of Justice, its construction began in April 2004 and was completed in August 2009. It was officially opened by the 13th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin, on June 11, 2010. The mosque was built to serve approximately 24,000 residents, including government servants working around the city center.

  • Millennium Monument - The Millennium Monument is a national monument in Putrajaya, Malaysia, similar to the Washington Monument in Washington DC, United States. It was the second national monument built in Putrajaya after the Putrajaya Landmark. Shaped like an obelisk, it features etchings denoting important periods and milestones in the nation’s history. The monument stands 68 meters tall in a 25-hectare park in Precinct 2. Constructed of solid metal structures, it serves as a beacon at night with strong light projected at 360 degrees and sweeping lights visible from various locations in Putrajaya.

  • Moroccan Pavilion Putrajaya - Also known as Astaka Morocco among locals, this pavilion was built to signify the strong ties between Malaysia and Morocco. The walls are adorned with Islamic calligraphy and intricate carvings made by skilled artists in Morocco and transported here.

  • Putrajaya - Putrajaya is not only an administrative city but also home to parks where you can enjoy nature, such as Taman Wawasan, Megalith Park (Taman Putra Perdana), Putrajaya Wetlands Park, Putrajaya Botanical Gardens, and Agriculture Heritage Park. It is certainly worth spending some time there.
    Note: These parks are optional visits or drive-passes. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit these locations. It is subject to change and optional. Please note that during this tour, we can cover only one park at most. Coordinate with the driver to visit the park of your interest on the day.

  • Taman Wawasan - Located next to the lake in the heart of Putrajaya, Taman Wawasan offers great vantage points from its many viewing platforms to see the city’s main sights, such as Dataran Putra, Putra Mosque, Prime Minister’s Office, and the Sultan of Selangor’s palace (Istana Darul Ehsan).
    Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. We can cover only one park during this tour.

  • Megalith Park - Taman Putra Perdana, or Putra Perdana Park, is located in Putrajaya. This public park is open to all without any admission fee. Spanning about 158 acres, it is a great place to unwind and enjoy a panoramic view of Putrajaya. Some landmarks and facilities you can expect while visiting this park include:

Mercu Tanda Plaza and Fountains
This 78-meter structure, designed in the shape of a pyramid, is a proud symbol of Putrajaya. A time capsule in front of this monument contains official documents on the history and development of Putrajaya.
Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. We can cover only one park during this tour.

  • Putrajaya Wetlands Park - Believed to be the largest constructed freshwater wetlands in the tropics, Putrajaya Wetlands Park is the first man-made wetland in Malaysia, including a Wetland Park and wetland areas. Putrajaya Wetlands consists of 24 wetland cells, Wetlands Park, and other wetland areas.
    Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. We can cover only one park during this tour.

  • Putrajaya Botanical Garden - The Botanical Gardens, planted on 230 acres of former agricultural land over the past decade, are still quite new. Features of the park include the Explorer’s Trail, Canopy Bridge, Heliconea Trail and Vine Garden, Palm Hill, Sun Garden (Orchid Path), Floral Garden (Floral Steps, African Collection, Tropical African Collection, Bougainvillea Tunnel, Asia Pacific Collection, Ficus Shade, Rain shelter), and Lakeside (Hibiscus Walk), Lakeside café, Pandanus Walk, Canna Walk, and Fern Garden.
    Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. We can cover only one park during this tour.

  • Agriculture Heritage Park - Taman Warisan Pertanian (Agriculture Heritage Park) in Putrajaya’s Presint 16 is a great place to see a variety of tropical fruit trees, herbs and spices, rubber, palm oil, tea, coffee, and other commercial crops. This area opens out onto a food court with various eating choices, including a Live Kitchen (Penanggah), a branch of the famous saté stall Sate Kajang Hj. Samuri, and various kuey teow, noodle, roti, and other Malaysian-style fast food stalls. From here, take some more steps (a wheelchair ramp is available) to the ticket booth selling entrance tickets to the main part of the park. You can walk around the park yourself, hire a guide, or take a buggy ride if you prefer not to navigate the hilly pathways.
    Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. We can cover only one park during this tour.

  • Putrajaya Bridge - Putrajaya is home to some great bridges that attract photographers from miles around.
    Note: These bridges are optional visits or drive-passes. The driver will plan the schedule based on the traffic conditions of the day. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice (not all as mentioned below).

Putrajaya Bridge links the Government Precinct and the Mixed Development Precinct, also connecting the Boulevard and Putra Square. It is the most important bridge in Malaysia, spanning 435 meters. It is also a unique icon landmark of Putrajaya, with architecture and design inspired by Khaju Bridge, a famous bridge in Iran.
Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice.

Seri Perdana Bridge
Drive Pass
The Seri Perdana Bridge is a 370-meter-long bridge built across Putrajaya Lake in Putrajaya, Malaysia’s federal administrative center. It is based on royal Islamic architectural design and features eight unique balconies/rest areas for visitors to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding lake area. The bridge comprises seven central spans of 75m and two end spans of 55m. There are two separate carriageways over two twin cell box girders. The overall width between the extreme ends of the two box girders is 23m. The footpath is flanked by railings, and the road’s median is lined with decorative street lighting.
Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice.

  • Seri Wawasan Bridge, Putrajaya - The Seri Wawasan Bridge is one of the main bridges in Putrajaya, the new Malaysian federal territory and administrative center. This futuristic asymmetric cable-stayed bridge with a forward-inclined pylon resembles a sailing ship and is accented at night with changeable color lighting. Also known as Bridge No. 9, it crosses Putrajaya Lake, an artificial lake created to provide natural cooling, and connects Precinct 2 on the Core Island, where the main government buildings are located.
    Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice.

  • Seri Saujana Bridge - The Seri Saujana Bridge is a main bridge in Putrajaya. Its design uniquely combines a symmetric cable-stayed structure and a through-arch bridge, reminiscent of a slender version of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Also known as Bridge No. 8, it crosses Putrajaya Lake, an artificial lake created to provide natural cooling.
    Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice.

  • Marina Putrajaya - Marina Putrajaya, located in Precinct 5, offers luxurious experiences at reasonable rates. Tourists can enjoy boat rides and learn water sports like jet skiing, wakeboarding, water skiing, canoeing, and kayaking. The complex also features an indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, squash court, karaoke rooms, and a snooker table.

  • Alamanda Putrajaya - Passing by

  • IOI City Mall - Passing by

  • Seri Gemilang Bridge - Seri Gemilang Bridge is a ceremonial bridge in Putrajaya, connecting Heritage Square with the Putrajaya Convention Centre. The bridge has a main span of 120 meters, with 60-meter spans at each end, totaling 240 meters in length. It features six traffic lanes, each 3.5 meters wide. The deck level above the water is 36.75 meters at the center of the bridge. The road from the bridge leads to the Putrajaya International Convention Centre at the end.
    Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice.

Seri Bakti Bridge
Drive Pass
The Seri Bakti Bridge is one of the main bridges in Putrajaya. It links the secondary road to Seri Satria, the Deputy Prime Minister’s Residence, connecting the Government Precinct in the north to Precinct 16 in the south. The design concept features several shorter spans with a precast pretension “Super-T” beam slab deck with spans up to 35 meters. The total structure length is 270 meters.
Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice.

Seri Setia Bridge
Drive Pass
Seri Setia Bridge is a main bridge in Putrajaya. Located in the southeastern corner of Putrajaya, it provides a vital link between Precinct 19 and the Commercial Precinct and serves as the main route to the core island from the southeast. The bridge features eight equal spans of 30 meters each, with lancet-arch designs on its railing that complement the fascia panels on its side. Features include precast fascia panels, planter boxes on the medians, railings with architectural features, and decorative lighting.
Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice.

Taman Seri Empangan
Seri Setia Bridge
Drive Pass
Located in Precinct 5 near the bottom of the hill where the Putrajaya International Convention Center (PICC) is situated, Taman Seri Empangan offers a quiet and picturesque environment. The water dam is quite an attraction there.
Note: This will be an optional visit or drive-past. Please coordinate with the driver on the day to visit this location. It is subject to change and optional. A few listed bridges will be visited or driven past as per the driver’s choice.

Istana Melawati
Drive Pass
Istana Melawati is the second national palace of Malaysia’s Yang di-Pertuan Agong in Putrajaya, after the Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur. It serves as a royal retreat for the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

  • Kuala Lumpur - Your driver will transfer you back to your hotel, concluding a wonderful and unforgettable tour.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • English Speaking Driver
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Entrance Fee: Marina Putrajaya
  • Food and Drinks Unless Specified,
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a unique journey to the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur with our special Putrajaya tour. Your knowledgeable local chauffeur and guide will navigate you around the administrative heart of this varied and inspiring country in the privacy of your own vehicle. Discover attractions such as the Putra Mosque, Taman Wawasan, PICC, and others, and include a welcome pause at one of the country’s cherished sanctuaries at the Batu Caves.

  • Witness gorgeous monuments, landscapes, lakes, bridges, and experience one of Malaysia’s most captivating cities.
  • Explore the Putra Mosque, renowned as one of the most stunning in the world.
  • View the office and living quarters of the prime minister.
  • Gain a panoramic view of Putrajaya from the Convention Centre.
  • Pass by prominent government departments & ministries.
  • Immerse in the vibrant atmosphere at the spiritual Batu Caves.
  • Enjoy comprehensive explanations about Malaysia’s multicultural society from our friendly guide.
  • Enjoy the convenience of hotel pick up and drop off service included.
  • Putra Mosque opening hours: Saturday to Thursday 9am to 12.30pm, 2pm to 4pm & 5.30pm to 6pm, Friday 3pm to 4pm & 5.30pm to 6pm
  • Marina Putrajaya Opening Hours: 7.30pm - 9.45pm
  • Botanical Garden (Taman Botani): Opening Hours: 6.00am to 7.00pm
  • Taman Wetlands opening hours: 9.00am to 5.00pm
  • Taman Wawasan opening hours: 8.00am to 6.00pm
  • Prime Minister’s Office (Perdana Putra) opening hours: 8.00am to 5.00pm
Location
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Jalan Ampang
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sungj00nr
May 27, 2024
Rayhan Raj Naidu is the Tour Guide you need - Received a great private tour from tour guide- Rayhan Raj Naidu! He was very knowledgeable and explained things very well. If you're also looking for a very well English speaking guide, Rayhan is the man. He also accomodated the trip with taking photos for me and dropping me off at the different location then I first asked for. Had a great time 🙏🙏
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Vyw2017
Dec 28, 2023
A wonderful experience - Beautiful city landmarks. This part of KL is a must see. Lawrence, our tour guide was very informative and attentive . Highly recommend this tour.
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