The 7 Best Cultural Tours in Kelantan, Malaysia

May 21, 2022 Roseanne Arnett

Kelantan (Malay pronunciation: [kəˈlantan]; Jawi: کلنتن; RTGS: Kalantan, Kelantanese: Kelate) is a state of Malaysia. The capital and royal seat is Kota Bharu. The honorific of the state is Darul Naim (Jawi: دار النعيم, "The Blissful Abode"). Kelantan is positioned in the north-east of Peninsular Malaysia. It is bordered by Narathiwat Province of Thailand to the north, Terengganu to the south-east, Perak to the west and Pahang to the south. To the north-east of Kelantan is the South China Sea.
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1. 3D2N Stay in traditional house, learn to do BATIK print & explore Kota Bharu!

Din The Host
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You are not just visiting Kota Bharu. With me as your guide, you get to really learn & experience the local culture & tradition. We will be visiting many sites of interest, scenic beach and also watch a live cultural performance that usually happens in the city hosted by the local council. Staying in the authentic Malay house, you will get to learn to do Batik print on your own in a real environment of an atelier surrounded by many artisans. You will bring home the batik print that you do!

Inclusions: Batik workshop tools

Exclusions: Meals for the entire stay. However small pantry with fridge is available in-house for coffee & tea.

Reviewed By Shila F

My son and I had an amazing day with Din! After so long inside because of the lockdown, it was wonderful to get outside and explore! This is our third adventure with Din. He always takes very good care of us. He is knowledgeable and shares personal stories along the way. We would not have been able to do this on our own. He has the entire trip carefully timed and planned. Everything we saw and did this day was a unique and enjoyable experience. The only downside was that we did not get to enjoy the Firefly Park as they were closed. Highly recommend this experience and this host!!

2. 7-Days Best of Malaysia

Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd
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See the best of Malaysia on a 7-day coach tour, traveling round-trip from Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy accommodations at popular resorts in five fantastic locations — Cameron Highlands, Penang, Kota Bharu, Kuala Terengganu and Kuantan — where you’ll discover natural and cultural highlights with your informative guide. Visit the Islamic Civilization Park, tour a tea plantation, and ride a trishaw around Georgetown, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included, with the additional option to transfer to the Kuantan airport (if you've booked your own evening flight on Day 6) or transfer to the Kuala Lumpur airport on Day 7.

Inclusions: 6 nights’ accommodation in 3- to 5-star hotels , Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Professional English-speaking driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By OYK0902

Got a lot of water activity can play at there. There also got animal park. Is very fun when play at ther and very happy.

3. Half-Day Walking Tour at Traditional Malay Village in Kota Bharu Including Dinner

Min House Camp

Experience the beauty of traditional Malay Village in the late afternoon with a professional English speaking local guide. Wander around the village and discover their daily lifestyle, taste the local delicious snacks and dinner at the riverside restaurant. There is an option to join a firefly watching trip after dinner with small charge.

Inclusions: Afternoon tea, bottled water, food tasting and snacks, Local dinner at riverside restaurant, Professional English speaking local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off from Kota Bahru city center

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Personal expense, Gratuities

Reviewed By francis_61jb

We drove through kampung road before arriving at MHC. But after driving out in the evening, the kampung route wasnt scary no more. We stayed two nights in MIn House Camp. four to a room. Good aircond. Very small toilet and bathroom but adequate hot water shower albeit at low pressure. Parking is not an issue unless there is a big group here for meeting. Yes, they have a small conference room!! We went canoeing in the evening. We had char kueh teow timur-style for dinner with the local specialty teh limau madu. The next morning we had nasi kerabu kambing/daging berasap for breakfast. The dinner and breakfast outlets were just outside the kampung on the main road.. Kak Yah shared with us on composting and aquaponics. We collected lokan or clams in the evening when it was raining. It was an experience wading in the knee-deep mud and using bare hands to feel for the clam shells. After dinner we walked to a nearby bridge to look at fireflies. The fireflies here are of the synchronous kind. The following morning before departure, we had a look at stingless beehouses and sip a small sample of pure honey from the egg-shaped pots. This is a must thing-to-do if one travel to kota bharu. Thank you Kak Yah and family.

4. 7-Day Wonders of Malaysia Overland Tour

Highlights • Discover Malaysia’s natural beauty along this trip • View the country’s breathtaking landscape • Travel through Cameron Highlands to Penang • Visit heritage places in Penang • Experience the colourful market in Kota Bharu and panaromic view of Kuala Terengganu & Kuantan • See the making of Malay's traditional crafts like keris, tekat, batik, songket and boat in Kuala Kangsar

Inclusions: 6-Night Accommodation (Single, Twin OR Triple share only, Superior room type), Pickup from city center hotels, Daily breakfast, except Day 1, Information services, Local Driver - English speaker, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Local State Taxes and Tourism Tax for hotel (RM2-RM10/room/night), Personal expenses, Tips for drivers and guides, Visa, consular fees or any other formalities, Beverages

5. Malaysia Mainland 8d-7n

Malaysia Experience

Experience the true wonders of Malaysia this incredible 8-days 7-nigts tour! We'll start with Kuala Lumpur one of the most beautiful Capital of the South-East-Asia were the ancient world coexists here with recent technology, The visit of Malacca and its history will be one of the most beautiful memories of your trip. After we'll discover the nature of the Cameron Highland. Is fascinating to reach to Bukit Merah where you can cross the lake by boat to the island conservation center. After we'll continue the trip to an Memorable visit of Penang, with Chinese temples alongside Moorish mosques, with the awareness of living in a country that grows at a fast pace but not renounces the past. Every traveler have to discover the lake in Banding area, where dip in the nature we will go in search of the "Rafflesia" the largest flower in the world. At the ending of the journey we'll visit the city of Kota Bharu were is fascinating to observe the quiet coexistence of the various ethnic groups.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Arrival Airport transfers, All Fees and Taxes, Accident Insurance only during our tours , Accommodation, excursion and activities included

Exclusions: Other meals, snacks and drinks, not in Included , Flights tikets , Travel medical insurance , Pre and post-tour accommodation., Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost, Tip, Personal Expense

6. 5D4N Stay in traditional house, learn to do BATIK print & explore Kota Bharu!

Din The Host

You are not just visiting Kota Bharu. With me as your guide, you get to really learn & experience the local culture & tradition. We will be visiting many sites of interest, scenic beach and also watch a live cultural performance that usually happens in the city hosted by the local council. Staying in the authentic Malay house, you will get to learn to do Batik print on your own in a real environment of an atelier surrounded by many artisans. You will bring home the batik print that you do!

Inclusions: Batik workshop tools

Exclusions: Meals for the entire stay. However small pantry with fridge is available in-house for coffee & tea.

Reviewed By Shila F

Thank you to Din and all of the people at Gahara for a truly amazing experience! Not only did my son and I get to make traditional batik, but we also got to see many museums, experience local food (which is so delicious and can only be had in Kelantan!), and explored local art. Having Din with us was game-changing as he not only served as a translator, but an amazing guide and friend. If we had not been there with him, we would have missed out on so much of the experience. Staying in the former family home of the founder of Gahara was amazing. We were surrounded by beautiful textiles and the energy of this thriving textile house. It was fun to visit other batik houses here, and we even met a very old weaver, working her loom, making a beautiful songket. This was a much needed respite from lockdown in KL, and since I am a textile lover, it was the perfect antidote! AND....I ate the best food here in Kelantan that I have had in Malaysia, thanks to Din and his friends. Highly recommend this tour. It is a life-changer!

7. 7D6N Stay in traditional house, learn to do BATIK print & explore Kota Bharu!

Din The Host

You are not just visiting Kota Bharu. With me as your guide, you get to really learn & experience the local culture & tradition. We will be visiting many sites of interest, scenic beach and also watch a live cultural performance that usually happens in the city hosted by the local council. Staying in the authentic Malay house, you will get to learn to do Batik print on your own in a real environment of an atelier surrounded by many artisans. You will bring home the batik print that you do!

Inclusions: Batik workshop tools

Exclusions: Meals for the entire stay. However small pantry with fridge is available in-house for coffee & tea.

Reviewed By Shila F

Thank you to Din and all of the people at Gahara for a truly amazing experience! Not only did my son and I get to make traditional batik, but we also got to see many museums, experience local food (which is so delicious and can only be had in Kelantan!), and explored local art. Having Din with us was game-changing as he not only served as a translator, but an amazing guide and friend. If we had not been there with him, we would have missed out on so much of the experience. Staying in the former family home of the founder of Gahara was amazing. We were surrounded by beautiful textiles and the energy of this thriving textile house. It was fun to visit other batik houses here, and we even met a very old weaver, working her loom, making a beautiful songket. This was a much needed respite from lockdown in KL, and since I am a textile lover, it was the perfect antidote! AND....I ate the best food here in Kelantan that I have had in Malaysia, thanks to Din and his friends. Highly recommend this tour. It is a life-changer!

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