What to do and see in Johor, Malaysia: The Best Sightseeing Tours

June 20, 2021 Vivienne Hutton

Johor (/dʒəˈhɔːr, ˌdʒoʊ-/) or Johore is a Malaysian state, located in the southern portion of Peninsular Malaysia. The state capital city of Johor is Johor Bahru. The royal city of the state is Muar and the old state capital is Johor Lama.
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1. Private Guided Kelong Tour of Pulau Ubin and Tekong Island

Marina Country Club Jetty, Ponggol Seventeenth Ave, Singapore Let's Go Tour Singapore
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Take on the seas and do something different this weekend! Discover the North Eastern Banks of Singapore on this 2-hour Kelong Tour. This will be an experience suitable for a group of friends or families with kids! Enjoy the wonderful sights and gain knowledge about the kelongs that you may never have known.

Inclusions: Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, $18 Fishing Activity

Reviewed By NataliaHastings

I have been on a Hainan Cultural Cooking class and the experience I have got is just amazing. The tour starts with a walking tour and continues with a cooking master class where under the guidance of Chef Colin we were cooking local hainanese dishes. Organization of a tour is excellent! You get to know the history of hainanese culture, learn about local spices and cook traditional dishes. The Chef Colin is very professional and dedicated to what he is doing. I will definitely go to another tour as there are a few of them. Definitely recommended!!!

2. PRIVATE Fireflies Tour: Kuala Selangor Day Trip including riverside dinner

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Light up your evening with your favorite local on a unique private tour from busy Kuala Lumpur to the quiet neighboring village of Kuala Selangor. Whether you are fascinated by temples or captivated by nature, this tour has a great mix and will be an unforgettable experience! Head together with your new local friend towards Kuala Selangor and enjoy the views along the way. Malaysia is famous for having a rich multicultural history. There is no better way to catch those vibes than visiting a rural area that has three remarkable temples from three different religions. And don't miss the cows grazing alongside these temples, it's a wonderfully pastoral sight. By now the sun is starting to go down, and it's time to see the most incredible highlight of this trip, the fireflies! Hop in a boat and float down the river as the fireflies flicker all around you. This is a truly magical experience and will be one to remember.

Inclusions: Local guide, A/C car, Hotel pick-up & drop off, Bottled water, Private Tour, Driver

Exclusions: Extra food and drinks, Dinner

Reviewed By michaelfB5582TN

We had a fantastic tour with May. She took us to exciting places where we had lots of great food and drinks! We wouldn't have tried all the things without her. Thanks for lots of information about KL in an enjoyable way!! Highly recommended!

3. Private Johor Premium Outlets Shopping Tour from Kuala Lumpur

Shajasa Travel and Private Day Tours
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Join our day trip to Johor and visit Johor Premium Outlets where you can shop for designer labels like Coach, Michael Kors and Burberry at affordable prices. This is a great place for any shopaholic who want to get hands on top designer goods at pocket-friendly price. A simple local set lunch and private round-trip hotel transportation is included.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Personal expenses

Reviewed By ceenu1969

Its really amazing toll statue of god muruga and batu caves like made from wax look alike Firefly amusement park nearby 20 min drive worth to visit

4. Johor Bahru Hotel Pick Up Car Tour

Johor Bahru
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No need to worry about navigating the roads in Johor Bahru. Enjoy the exclusivity of your own air-conditioned vehicle as your driver picks you up from your preferred Singapore location. Best part about this is you do not need to get off your vehicle when crossing the customs immigration! Once you're in Johor Bahru, choose from an array of cafes, restaurants and local eateries for the day, pausing in between for shopping and massage.

Inclusions: As per the option you select.

Exclusions: Meal

Reviewed By adrianaaa2020

the price is expensive . quite far from the original promotion when walk in . the system really not efficient . doesnt told me that the date i booked is closed .

5. Private Tour: Full Day Singapore Exploration from Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia Asni Tours & Travels
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Make the most of your Singapore visit with this private full day Singapore city tour. With your private vehicle, you can save your time most on travelling from spot to spot, which offers you more time on highlights of the city-state. Travel across the city to its four major culture areas: Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Western colonial heritage. Take a glimpse on how traditional Asian culture mixes with contemporary culture and truly immerse yourselves in the culture, history and traditions of this diverse land.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (city center 1km radius only), Air-conditioned vehicle, English Speaking Driver., Private transportation

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities, All Admission Tickets

Reviewed By FionPoh

Very fun ride. We got the 2 rides pass and it was a thrilling experience. We'll love to come back to do more rides.........

6. Singapore Private Tour: Explore Malaysia, Johore Bahru City

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10 hours City Tour in Johore Bahru (Malaysia)  - 110 years old Heritage Street  - Chinese Cultural Centre (Malaysia)  - JB Central Chinese Temple - *WORLD FIRST GLASS TEMPLE - Local Produce Shopping Spree  - KSL Mega Mall  - Visit to Sultan Palace (Johor Bahru State Sultan)  - (optional) Dinner at a Local Restaurant in the city - Taste of local delights

Inclusions: Dinner (optional), Local guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, This is a Full Private Tour, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By OzySeniors

Our flight from Australia was delayed by almost 3 hours nevertheless a driver was waiting for us in the arrivals area. We were very thankful for that! The vehicle was Not a Limo as ordered but............. was a replacement vehicle with a driver filling in for our originally booked Driver and Limo. In view of the circumstances it was pretty good.

7. 2-Day LEGOLAND Malaysia Package

Tour & Incentive Travel

Entertain the entire family with an overnight trip to LEGOLAND Malaysia, which includes the world's largest LEGOLAND water park! You’ll enjoy more than 40 fun-packed rides and attractions, from interactive Lego building areas to water slides and roller coasters with levels for all ages. Have the option to tour the Desaru Fruit Farm and Johor Premium Outlets before you leave. With round-trip transport from the Johor airport in a private vehicle and an overnight stay at a 3-star hotel included, you get to focus on relaxation and fun!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Overnight accommodation in Granada Hotel Johor, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Professional English-speaking guide/driver, Hotel or Johor's Senai International Airport (JHB) pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Tourism Tax of RM 10.00 per room per night (payable directly to the hotel upon check-in)

Reviewed By ScottHarrison10

Some great sites, but the view of the Petronas towers is in a random road a fair way away from the towers themselves (our hotel was closer with a better view). Two of the stops were definite 'fake tourism' situations, whereby the tour company clearly has a deal with the places (only visitors here are those on tours). The guide fell asleep a couple of times throughout the experience, and it was felt that at the end, they wished to go home and either rush us on or drop us elsewhere so we could make our own way back... One of the stops you visit we were told we would have 40 minutes, but as it's 25 past, I'll round it and give you until quarter to... (i.e. giving 20 minutes). This wasn't enough time to go in to the museum... which also isn't included in the price?! Overall I'd say this was a slightly expensive taxi service, with some nice details given within the ride.

8. Bird Watching Desaru Coast (vicinity)

JungleWalla Desaru

This tour is ideal for both the novice as well as the more experienced birders. A checklist of the birds of Desaru will be made available on tour. Your experienced guide will help you to discover the many interesting birds that call Desaru home.

Inclusions: Local guide, Private transportation, Use of Binoculars, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By heddynrhazmie

Its so great. I can learn a lot of flora and fauna from the guide. Many of the species are new for me.

9. Private Tour: Tioman Island Reef Snorkel and Fireflies Day Trip from Singapore

JE Travel

Explore some of Malaysia's most stunning underwater worlds on this private snorkel day trip from Singapore. Paddle through tropical fish and coral reefs in the clear blue waters surrounding Tioman Island, which was once awarded the accolade "One of the world's most beautiful islands" by Time Magazine. Snap stunning photos of the white sandy beaches, famously seen as backdrops in the 1958 Hollywood blockbuster "South Pacific". Spend the evening on a river cruise experiencing the mystic charms of fireflies glowing in the dark. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus admission fees and round-trip transport with the driver/guide and speedboat captain included.

Inclusions: Private land transportation by deluxe vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off (any address), Guaranteed drive-through lane usage at the border (no standing-in-line), Water transportation by private speedboat, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Guaranteed to skip the long lines at Mersing marina, Evening firefly cruise, Packed breakfast box (juice, bottled water, biscuits and pastry), Lunch and dinner (choice of local or western dishes), Bottled water, National Park fees, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), All taxes, fees and handling charges, Free WIFI access onboard vehicle, All Malaysian visa arrangements (except Bangladesh/China/India/Myanmar/Pakistan/Sri Lanka passports), 10% of net proceeds go to helping the aged sick + cerebral palsy children in Singapore and Malaysia, Hygiene amenity kit (hand sanitizer, wet wipes, napkins, face masks, disposable gloves)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By amandarE9854VH

Part of my bias is likely due to the rain. It was a good tour, but obviously some of the out door stuff was a bit problematic. So be careful of this during the rainy season. Lunch was delicious and the massage was great, as was out tour guide. I’d recommend giving it a try if you’re looking for a day away from Singapore.

10. Malacca Day Tour with Melaka River Cruise from Singapore (via drive-thru border)

Bugis MRT Exit A, Victoria St &, Rochor Rd, Singapore JE Travel

Malacca is a UNESCO World Heritage Site just hours away from Singapore, but visiting on a regular tour can mean standing-in-line for an extended time at the notoriously busy Singapore-Malaysia border. This day tour includes the usage of the drive-through lane at the border, round-trip transport between Singapore and Malacca, a fully-guided tour of historical Malacca, admission tickets to the scenic Malacca River Cruise, free sampling of the Malacca-famous Durian Cendol dessert, plus plenty of free time to take in the sights that interest you most.

Inclusions: Guaranteed drive-through lane usage at the border (no standing-in-line), Round-trip transport between Singapore and Malacca (sedan/minivan/coach - depending on group size), Fully-guided tour of historical Malacca, Scenic river cruise inside UNESCO Malacca, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Refreshing bowl of Malacca-famous Durian Cendol dessert

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By amandarE9854VH

Part of my bias is likely due to the rain. It was a good tour, but obviously some of the out door stuff was a bit problematic. So be careful of this during the rainy season. Lunch was delicious and the massage was great, as was out tour guide. I’d recommend giving it a try if you’re looking for a day away from Singapore.

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