Ipoh Caves, Cave Temple And Heritage Tour
Ipoh, MY
100% of travellers recommend this
Highlights
- Explore the breathtaking Gua Tempurung cave
- Visit the stunning Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple
- Marvel at the golden sitting Buddha statue at Perak Tong Cave Temple
- Experience the oldest and main cave temple at Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple
- Discover the colorful murals and statues at Ling Sen Tong Temple
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Duration 12 hours
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Hotel pick-up & drop-off
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Private tour experience
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Air-conditioned vehicle
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English-speaking driver
Discover the hidden treasures of Ipoh with the Ipoh Caves, Cave Temple and Heritage Tour. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this Malaysian city as you explore the breathtaking Gua Tempurung cave, known for its stunning rock formations. Marvel at the intricate carvings and serene atmosphere of the Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens. Visit the Perak Tong Cave Temple and be in awe of the golden sitting Buddha statue that dominates the temple. Don't miss the oldest cave temple in Ipoh, the Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple, which is nestled within a limestone cave. Explore the Kwan Yin Tong Temple and its colorful statues and murals. And for those seeking a touch of adventure, take a stroll down Concubine Lane and discover the charm of Old Town Ipoh. With hotel pick-up and drop-off included, this tour is the perfect way to experience the beauty and history of Ipoh.
At a Glance
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Free cancellation
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12 hours
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Instant Confirmation
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Available in English
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Mobile voucher
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Private Tour
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Guided
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Family friendly
Featured Reviews
Discover the stunning Ipoh caves and temples on a full-day guided tour, exploring rich heritage and breathtaking limestone formations.
Included
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ENGLISH-SPEAKING PROFESSIONAL DRIVER -
AIR-CONDITIONED VEHICLE
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HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF
Excluded
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Personal expenses -
Food and drinks, unless specified
Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
What to expect
TEMPURUNG CAVE IT IS POPULAR AMONG SPELUNKERS, OR CAVING ENTHUSIASTS. MORE THAN 3 KM LONG, IT IS ONE OF THE LONGEST CAVES IN PENINSULA MALAYSIA. THE TUNNEL OF THE CAVE RUNS FROM THE EAST TO THE WEST COVERING A DISTANCE OF ABOUT 2 KM UNDER THE LIMESTONE HILLS KNOWN AS GUNUNG TEMPURUNG AND GUNUNG GAJAH. IT IS MADE UP OF 5 LARGE DOMES AND IS BELIEVED TO HAVE EXISTED SINCE 8,000 B.C., ABOUT 10,000 YEARS AGO. EACH OF THESE DOMES HAS DIFFERENT CALCIUM FORMATIONS AND MARBLE THERE EXIST IN DIFFERING TEMPERATURES AND WATER LEVELS. THESE CAVES ARE FAMOUS FOR ITS BREATHTAKING GALLERY OF STALAGMITES, STALACTITES AND OTHER AMAZING ROCK FORMATIONS THAT ARE SUPER SPELEOLOGICAL WONDERS, FOUND ONLY IN THIS PART OF THE WORLD.
90 minutes
Admission Not Included
THE KEK LOK TONG CAVE TEMPLE IS A TOURIST ATTRACTION. THE CAVE TEMPLE SITS ON A 12 ACRE SITE AND WAS USED AS EARLY AS 1920 AS A PLACE OF WORSHIP. IN 1960, THE CAVE BECAME PART OF AN IRON MINING SITE, THIS TEMPLE IS SET IN A HUGE CAVE IN THE LIMESTONE OUTCROPS BEHIND GUNUNG RAPAT. THE KEK LOK TONG COMPLEX COMPRISES A CENTRAL ALTAR FEATURING A NUMBER OF BUDDHIST FIGURES AS WELL AS VARIOUS DEITIES OF THE CHINESE PANTHEON. THE MOST UNIQUE ABOUT THE CAVES IS THERE ARE ANOTHER GREAT GARDEN VIEW ONCE YOU GET INSIDE THE CAVES. THE LIMESTONE HILL IS MADE UP OF LIGHT GREY TO WHITE CRYSTALLINE KINTA LIMESTONE INTER BEDDED WITH ABOUT 5 MM TO 1 CM THINK ARGILLACEOUS MATERIAL BANDS. PRIMARY IRON CAN STILL BE SEEN WITHIN THE LIMESTONE. THE AWARD WINNING LANDSCAPE GARDEN FEATURES A JOGGING PATH CIRCLING TWO LAKES AND ONE OF THE LONGEST REFLEXOLOGY FOOTPATHS IN IPOH.
60 minutes
Admission Included
TRAVELS ABLE TO SEE A GOLDEN SITTING BUDHHA STATUE 40 FEET STALL DOMINATES THE TEMPLE.THE WALL OF THE CAVERN ARE DECORATED WITH COLORFUL MURALS DEPICTING CHARACTER AND EVENTS FROM CHINE MYTHOLOGY.BEHIND THE STATUE A FLIGHT OF STEPS MORE THEN 450 STEPS MAKES WAY INTO FAR RECESSES OF THE CAVE OUT THROUGH OPENING ON THE SIDE OF HILL ON THE REACHING THE HIGHEST PAVILION VIEW OF THE NORTHERN SUBURBS OF IPOH.
60 minutes
Admission Included
THE SAM POH TONG TEMPLE IS A CHINESE TEMPLE BUILT WITHIN A LIMESTONE CAVE AND IS THE OLDEST AND THE MAIN CAVE TEMPLE IN IPOH, PERAK, MALAYSIA. THE TEMPLE WAS BUILT IN A RAW LIMESTONE CAVE IN THE MOUNTAINS LOCATED ABOUT 5 KM FROM THE CITY CENTRE AND FOLLOWS THE BUDDHIST BRANCH OF MAHĀYĀNA BUDDHISM.
60 minutes
Admission Included
Perak Guanyin Cave
PERAK KWAN YIN TONG (ALSO KNOWN AS TOKONG KWAN YIN TONG OR KWAN YIN TONG TEMPLE) IS A CAVE TEMPLE LOCATED AT THE FOOT OF GUNUNG RAPAT ON JALAN GOPENG, IPOH. THE CAVE AT KWAN YIN TONG EXTENDS FOR ABOUT 20 METRES UNDER THE CLIFF. THE FLOOR OF THE CAVE HAS BEEN PAVED OVER WITH MARBLE TILES AND THE LOWER SECTIONS OF THE WALLS HAVE BEEN SMOOTHED OFF AND WHITEWASHED. THE UPPER WALLS AND ROOF HAVE BEEN LEFT IN THEIR ORIGINAL NATURAL CAVE STATE. THE TEMPLE IS BUDDHIST AND DEDICATED TO THE BODHISATTVA GUANYIN COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE GODDESS OF MERCY. NUMEROUS STATUES OF GUAN YIN, BOTH LARGE AND SMALL LINE THE WALLS OF THE CAVE TEMPLE, TOGETHER WITH COLOURFUL MURALS.
60 minutes
Admission Included
LING SEN TONG PROBABLY PICKS UP A LOT OF TOURIST VISITORS WHO ARE HEADING TO THOSE MORE FAMOUS CAVE TEMPLES. THIS TEMPLE IS QUITE DIFFERENT FROM ITS NEIGHBOURS. THE GARDEN IN FRONT IS DECORATED WITH COLOURFUL STATUES OF CHARACTERS FROM CHINESE MYTHOLOGY SUCH AS THE MONKEY KING FROM THE CLASSIC TALE JOURNEY TO THE WEST. THE ALMOST CARTOON-LIKE CARICATURES OF DRAGONS, THE GODDESS KUAN YIN AND OTHER FIGURES GIVE THE TEMPLE A CHILDREN'S THEME PARK ATMOSPHERE AND I AM SURE THIS PLACE MUST BE A HIT WITH KIDS.
60 minutes
Admission Included
Concubine Lane
IPOH OLD TOWN WAS SUCH A QUIET TOWN THAT TRAVELLERS WOULD CALL IT A LAID-BACK TOWN WITH CAFES, TRADITIONAL COFFEES AND FOOD AND FLOURISHING STREET ARTS. NOT MUCH WAS HEARD OF THE THREE CONCUBINE LANES. IN JULY 2016, LONELY PLANET LISTED IPOH AS ONE OF THE BEST ASIAN DESTINATIONS TO VISIT. PHOTOS OF THE CONCUBINE LANES STARTED APPEARING IN NEWS ARTICLES.
20 minutes
Admission Included
Ipoh Railway Station
THE IPOH RAILWAY STATION WAS INITIALLY MEANT TO BE A HOSPITAL AND USED BEFORE THE 20TH CENTURY AS SUCH BEFORE BEING TURNED INTO A STATION. THE ORIGINAL COMPLETION YEAR OF 1917 WAS DELAYED FOR THREE YEARS DUE TO LACK OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AS WELL AS HIGH COSTS DURING WORLD WAR I.
20 minutes
Admission Included
IPOH TOWN HALL IS ONE OF THREE COLONIAL ERA BUILDINGS IN IPOH DESIGNED BY WELL KNOWN BRITISH ARCHITECT ARTHUR BENISON HUBBACK. THE OTHER TWO, IPOH HIGH COURT AND IPOH RAILWAY STATION, ARE A SHORT DISTANCE APART. IPOH RAILWAY STATION IS ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND IPOH HIGH COURT IS THE BUILDING NEXT DOOR.
20 minutes
Admission Included
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller -
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Visit Concubine Lane for local snacks. -
Kek Lok Tong has a beautiful garden.
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Explore Ipoh's vibrant street art nearby.
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Kellie's Castle is a must-see attraction.
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Bring a camera for stunning cave photos.
More About this Experience
Introduction
Experience the enchanting beauty of Ipoh with the Ipoh Caves, Cave Temple and Heritage Tour. Located in northwestern Malaysia, Ipoh is known for its rich history, stunning limestone caves, and vibrant heritage sites.What to expect?
During this 720-minute tour, you can expect to explore some of Ipoh's most iconic attractions. Visit the awe-inspiring Gua Tempurung, one of the longest caves in Peninsula Malaysia, and marvel at its magnificent rock formations. Discover the Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, a tranquil oasis nestled within limestone outcrops. Admire the striking Perak Tong Cave Temple, adorned with colorful murals and a breathtaking 40-foot tall golden Buddha statue. Delve into the history of the Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple, the oldest and main cave temple in Ipoh. And don't miss the unique Kwan Yin Tong Temple, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy, with its whitewashed walls and beautiful statues.Who is this for?
This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking a spiritual experience. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a group of friends, the Ipoh Caves, Cave Temple and Heritage Tour offers something for everyone. Immerse yourself in the cultural heritage of Ipoh and discover the hidden gems of this enchanting city.Why book this?
Embark on this tour to witness the wonders of nature and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Ipoh. From the breathtaking stalagmites and stalactites of Gua Tempurung to the serene beauty of the cave temples, this tour offers a unique blend of natural and cultural experiences. Delve into the history and spirituality of Ipoh as you explore the magnificent temples and uncover the stories behind them. With hotel pick-up and drop-off included, you can enjoy a hassle-free and immersive journey through Ipoh's captivating landscapes.Good to know
As you embark on this tour, it's good to know that comfortable walking shoes are recommended to explore the caves and temples. Remember to bring a camera to capture the stunning sights and share your experiences with friends and family. Don't forget to bring a water bottle and stay hydrated throughout the tour. Our knowledgeable guides will provide interesting insights and anecdotes about the attractions, enhancing your overall experience.Reviews
Travelers who have embarked on the Ipoh Caves, Cave Temple and Heritage Tour have been captivated by the beauty and cultural significance of the attractions. They were impressed by the intricate rock formations in Gua Tempurung and the serene atmosphere of the cave temples. Visitors praised the guides for their informative and engaging narratives, making the tour even more memorable. Overall, participants were delighted with their experience, recommending this tour for anyone seeking a unique and enriching adventure in Ipoh.
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