Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride
Traveler rating
4.1/5
Based on 225 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride worth booking?
Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride is a 8-hour experience in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from $74 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 225 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (225)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $74 per person
Enjoy a day at Genting Highlands with your family and kids for fun rides and activities at the theme parks. Visit First World Plaza full with colorful shopping complex and restaurants, great place for food lovers and shoppers. - An adventure to the hidden resort world of Genting Highlands - Panoramic views from your perch on Gunung Ulu Kali's peak - Spectacular views from the Genting Skyway cable-car ride - English-speaking driver & comfortable roundtrip transfer - Action-packed day exploring the region's casino & theme parks
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a day at Genting Highlands with your family and kids for fun rides and activities at the theme parks. Visit First World Plaza full with colorful shopping complex and restaurants, great place for food lovers and shoppers. - An adventure to the hidden resort world of Genting Highlands - Panoramic views from your perch on Gunung Ulu Kali's peak - Spectacular views from the Genting Skyway cable-car ride - English-speaking driver & comfortable roundtrip transfer - Action-packed day exploring the region's casino & theme parks
What's included
Included
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off (selected hotels only)
- English Speaking Driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Skyway Cable Car Ride (2 Way)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Additional activities like spa treatments
- Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable
What you'll see and do
Kuala Lumpur
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby in Kuala Lumpur city are and head to Genting Highlands. Enjoy scenic drive passing through the hillsides of Malaysia and see local villages on the way.
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Awana SkyWay
Upon arrival, we will stop at the Skyway Cable Car and take a ride on one of the longest and fastest gondola lifts in Southeast Asia to the summit of Genting Highlands. Have a breathtaking experience and fabulous natural view of the mountain and forest. Like watching the forest from the sky.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Genting Highlands
Visit the largest family attraction, Genting Highland’s indoor one-stop theme park for adults and kids with many rides and entertainment spots set, activities and amusement rides in a cooling environment. At the end of the day, hop onto the cable car back to the ground and our driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Kuala Lumpur safely.
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Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park
One of the attractions in Genting Highlands that can be explored
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Chin Swee Cave Temple
Chin Swee Caves Temple is a Taoist temple that’s set on a 28-acre plot of rocky forested land in Genting Highlands, where locals often frequent for religious rituals and enjoy the serene atmosphere. It was erected in honour of Reverend Master Chin Swee, a Buddhist monk from the Fujian Province who was renowned for his ability to summon rain and drive away evil spirits. One of the temple’s most recognised landmarks is a nine-storey Pagoda, which is fitted with images of Buddha and thousands of blessing lamps. Visitors are allowed to climb the steps towards the top of the pagoda, where they are greeted with panoramic views of the mountain. Within the temple grounds are gigantic statues of Buddha and Kuan Yin, as well as intricate sculptures of animals and inscriptions of ancient Chinese traditions and beliefs. Visitor can see this temple from the cable car on the way to the top.
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Gunung Bunga Buah
Gunung Bunga Buah is a mountain in Gohtong Jaya, a satellite town of Genting Highlands about 40km away from Kuala Lumpur. At 1,430m, it offers a moderate one to two hour climb as the trail itself starts high up in elevation, Gohtong Jaya being approximately 900m. Popular with visitors from the Klang Valley due to its easy accessibly by highway, the entry point can be found at the lone farm behind Gohtong Jaya's stretch of shophouses. The path is located on a steep slope facing some vegetable patches; ask the locals around for directions if you're not sure. A steep but short muddy ascent later and you will find yourself on the old trunk road to Genting. Visitor can see this mountain from the cable car on the way to the top.
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Genting Highlands Premium Outlets
Known as the first hilltop Premium Outlet Centre in Southeast Asia, there are about 150 internationally-renowned brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Superdry, Aigner, Coach, Furla, Hugo Boss, Michael Kors, Moschino, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Kate Spade New York. Located just opposite the Awana Skyway, guest can shopping around while waiting for cable car.
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Genting Skyway
Genting Skyway is one of the two cable car systems serving Genting Highlands, travelling between Gohtong Jaya and the peak of the highlands. While Awana Skyway serves as the main method of transportation, Genting Skyway operates when the former undergoes maintenance and during busy periods, such as weekends and public or school holidays.
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Arena of Stars
One of the attractions in Genting Highlands that can be explored
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SnowWorld
One of the attractions in Genting Highlands that can be explored
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Sky Avenue
One of the attractions in Genting Highlands that can be explored
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First World Plaza
One of the attractions in Genting Highlands that can be explored
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Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park
One of the attractions in Genting Highlands that can be explored
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kuala Lumpur
You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (please wait in front of Harriston Chocolate Boutique on the right side of the main entrance)
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
You can also join our tour from Kuala Lumpur meeting point namely Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (please wait in front of Harriston Chocolate Boutique on the right side of the main entrance)
Options you can book
Sharing Tour- Standard Gondola
Enjoy a day at Genting Highlands with your family and kids for fun rides,cool whether shopping,casino and other fun activities on a sharing basis (SIC). Pickup included
Sharing + Standard + Skyworlds
Sharing basis transportation from Kuala Lumpur City + Standard Gondola Ride + Skyworlds Outdoor Theme Park Admission Ticket Pickup included
Private Tour- Standard Gondola
Enjoy a day at Genting Highlands with your family and kids for fun rides,cool whether shopping,casino and other fun activities Pickup included
Private + Standard + Skyworlds
Private transportation from Kuala Lumpur City + Standard Gondola Ride + Skyworlds Outdoor Theme Park Admission Ticket Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Cable car operation depends on the maintenance schedule and weather conditions
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- If last minute booking, please proceed by your own to starting point at Malaysia Tourist Centre (MaTic): 109, Jalan Ampang, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.(Near Harriston Boutique and Look for our tour guide)
- If you have any difficult locate the tour guide please feel free to contact our hotline number given on voucher.
- An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity
- In case Awana SkyWay closes due to maintenance, the cable car services will begin at the Genting SkyWay Station, which is a 15 minute drive away from Awana Station
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 225 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
225 verified traveler reviews for Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A wonderful trip to...
A wonderful trip to Genting Highlands with our guide Fauzi. The cable car ride was a great experience, and there was so much to enjoy, especially for the kids at the indoor theme park. Highly recommended.
via Viator
Great Genting Highlands Day Trip with Scenic Cable Car Ride
We had a very enjoyable day trip to Genting Highlands, and everything was smooth and well organized from start to finish. Our driver, Mr. Kumar, was punctual, friendly, and drove very safely throughout the journey. The highlight of the tour was definitely the scenic cable car ride on the Awana SkyWay, which offered beautiful views of the rainforest and mountains. It was a great experience and something we would highly recommend. Mr. Kumar made the trip comfortable and stress-free, making sure we had clear instructions and enough time to enjoy the different stops during the day. We appreciated his professionalism and kindness. Overall, this was a fantastic way to visit Genting Highlands and escape the city for a day. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kuala Lumpur.
via Viator
Fantastic Day Trip – Absolutely Worth It!
Great day trip! The ride up to Genting Highlands was smooth, the guide was friendly, and the cable car views were incredible. Plenty of time to explore, relax, and enjoy the cool mountain weather. A fun, easy escape from KL, highly recommended.
via Viator
Great trip if you want to...
Great trip if you want to focus on shopping but we wanted to see more scenery. The gondola was great
Response from the operator: Dear Debbie, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the gondola ride—it truly offers a beautiful view of the highlands. We appreciate your comments about wanting to see more scenery, and we’ll definitely keep this in mind as we continue improving the tour experience. If you return to Malaysia, we’d be happy to recommend or arrange a more nature-focused itinerary for you. Thanks again for joining us!
via Viator
Flying high in the sky
Albinhar bin Mohd fikal was my driver for the day. He was professional and very informative and everything in Malaysia. This made my experience so memorable. I had the best day and will definitely book with him again. The cable cars are a must see even perfect for a family. The shopping mall and them park were next level.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $74 to $856
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 79
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd, who run 296 experiences we rank across 14 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.0.
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Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kuala Lumpur.
How much does Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride cost?
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Prices start at $74 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kuala Lumpur usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kuala Lumpur is not rushed.
Is Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 225 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kuala Lumpur, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride?
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Around 79 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kuala Lumpur can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kuala Lumpur and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kuala Lumpur within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kuala Lumpur?
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On Outty we rank every Kuala Lumpur experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Genting Highland & Batu Cave Guided Day Tour (SIC/Shared Tour), Kuala Lumpur Grand Full Day Guided Tour with 25 Attractions (SIC), Kuala Lumpur Suburbs Batu Caves Half-Day Tour (SIC/Shared Tour). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kuala Lumpur?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride?
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Included: Hotel Pickup & Drop-off (selected hotels only); English Speaking Driver; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Skyway Cable Car Ride (2 Way). Not included: Gratuities; Additional activities like spa treatments; and Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 5km radius from the city center is appli. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 1158 listed pickup locations in and around Kuala Lumpur. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kuala Lumpur. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride?
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Across 225 reviews averaging 4.1 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Genting Highlands Day Tour with Scenic Cable Car Ride?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Sharing Tour- Standard Gondola, Sharing + Standard + Skyworlds, Private Tour- Standard Gondola, Private + Standard + Skyworlds. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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