Date: 8 July 2026 (Full-day and Half-day option available)
Assembly Time: 8:30 AM
Assembly Point: Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

*Note: For those who have a flight to catch later in the day, please check out from your hotel and bring your luggage along. One bus will leave for the airport right after lunch at 2.00PM and will reach the airport before 3.00PM.

Highlights:

1. Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex

• The Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex is a vibrant cultural oasis located along Jalan Conlay in the heart of the city. Designed like a traditional Malay village, this iconic artistic hub celebrates Malaysia’s rich artisanal heritage. Visitors can explore the Craft Museum to learn about ancient textile weaving, pottery, and woodcarving techniques. At the lively Artists’ Colony, you can watch master craftsmen work or participate in hands-on batik painting workshops. The vast retail showroom offers authentic, high-quality handmade souvenirs, from intricate songket fabrics to beautiful rattan baskets. It is the ultimate destination to experience Malaysia’s living cultural traditions.

2. Batu Caves

• Batu Caves is a majestic limestone hill located just north of Kuala Lumpur. Estimated to be over 400 million years old, this geologically fascinating site serves as one of the most important Hindu shrines outside India. Guarding the entrance is a breathtaking, 140-foot golden statue of Lord Murugan, one of the tallest statues of its kind globally. To reach the sacred Temple Cave, visitors must climb 272 vibrant, rainbow-colored steps while dodging playful wild monkeys. The complex completely transforms during the annual Thaipusam festival, drawing over 2.5 million global devotees and tourists in a massive celebration of faith and culture.

3. Putrajaya

• Putrajaya is Malaysia’s futuristic federal administrative center and a magnificent testament to modern urban planning. Designed as an “Intelligent Garden City,” this stunning metropolis seamlessly blends grand, late-20th-century architecture with sprawling green parks and scenic man-made wetlands. Its defining landmarks include the majestic, pink-domed Putra Mosque and the imposing, green-domed Perdana Putra prime ministerial complex. Visitors can take a relaxing cruise across the massive Putrajaya Lake, marvel at the futuristic architecture of the Seri Wawasan Bridge, or explore the lush Botanical Garden. It offers a peaceful, beautifully manicured contrast to the bustling energy of neighboring Kuala Lumpur.

  * Delegates will be treated for lunch at Restoran Rebung 2 by Chef Ismail in Putrajaya that serves an authentic Malay buffet. Diners can feast on traditional heritage dishes like flavorful masak lemak while enjoying breathtaking panoramic lakeside views.

4. Central Market

• Central Market, affectionately known as Pasar Seni, is a beloved cultural landmark in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Established in 1888 as a simple wet market, this iconic pastel-blue Art Deco building has evolved into the ultimate hub for Malaysian arts, crafts, and heritage. Inside, the market is thoughtfully divided into cultural zones—such as Lorong Melayu, Straits Chinese, and Lorong India—reflecting Malaysia’s rich diversity. It is the premier destination to shop for authentic hand-drawn batik, traditional songket textiles, intricately carved souvenirs, and local collectibles. Located right next to the Pasar Seni MRT/LRT station, it offers an immersive, indoor look at the nation’s vibrant soul.

5. Merdeka Square

• Merdeka Square and the adjacent River of Life form the historic heart of Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square is where Malaysia declared independence in 1957, featuring a 95-meter flagpole, a lush green lawn, and the stunning 19th-century Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Just behind it, the River of Life project has transformed the convergence of the Klang and Gombak rivers into a vibrant waterfront. At night, the area comes alive with a misty blue light show, fountains, and music. This beautiful intersection perfectly blends Malaysia’s deep colonial history with striking modern urban renewal.

6. Durian Tasting

• Known as the “King of Fruits,” durian is famous for its thorny husk, creamy custard-like flesh, and notoriously pungent aroma. While its intense smell splits opinion worldwide, its rich, sweet-savory flavor makes it a prized culinary delicacy across Southeast Asia, with premium local varieties like Musang King fetching top dollar.