
Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar
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4.0/5
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Quick answer
Is Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar worth booking?
Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar is a 6-hour experience in Langkawi, Malaysia, from $30 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (5)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Discover the urban and rural areas of the Langkawi islands, a beautiful archipelago off the mainland coast of northwestern Malaysia. This tour takes you to Eagle Square, the legends of Mahsuri Tomb, the history of Beras
What you get
- Private transportation
- Hotel or Cruise Terminal Pickup & Drop off (Please choose the correct pickup area during booking)
- English Speaking Driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Discover the urban and rural areas of the Langkawi islands, a beautiful archipelago off the mainland coast of northwestern Malaysia. This tour takes you to Eagle Square, the legends of Mahsuri Tomb, the history of Beras Terbakar (Field of Burnt Rice), Atma Alam Batik Art Village and Cenang Street.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel or Cruise Terminal Pickup & Drop off (Please choose the correct pickup area during booking)
- English Speaking Driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
What you'll see and do
Mahsuri's Tomb
This is the typical itinerary for this tour. If any attraction is closed or unavailable, we reserve the right to modify the itinerary without prior notice. After hotel or port pickup at 9.30am, we will visit the legendary Mahsuri’s tomb (the site where Mahsuri died). The legend of Mahsuri supposedly accounts for Langkawi’s relatively ‘newfound’ success and judging by its increasing prosperity, the island has survived the curse. Description Mahsuri Tomb-Makam Mahsuri is a space in the legendary Princess Mahsuri and located at Kampung Mawat, 12km from Kuah, it is also known as Makam Mahsuri. Many natural attractions on the island have attached tales in the style of real English and Mahsuri the legend may be the most famous.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Beras Terbakar (field Of Burnt Rice)
The "Field of Burnt Rice" (Ladang Beras Terbakar) in Langkawi, Malaysia, holds historical significance dating back to the late 18th century. Legend has it that during a Siamese invasion in 1821, the locals of Langkawi, led by a woman named Mahsuri, sought refuge in this rice field. As a defensive measure, they set fire to the rice fields to prevent the invaders from harvesting the crops, leaving nothing behind for them to sustain themselves.
30 minutes here
Atma Alam Batik Village
(Please note this attraction close every Tuesday) Next, we will go to Atma Alam Batik Art Village, in Atma you will be able to witness the traditional batik printing process using wax and dye. You'll also get to buy Silk hand pulled and local handicraft cloth. Description Atma Alam Batik Art Village-Atma Alam Batik art village is a batik Centre especially designed to attract tourists and promote the art of batik in Langkawi. Located in Padang Matsirat, owner of Aza Osman, oil painter, and Roshadah Yusof, batik artist, designed a half acres in the Center as a place to showcase the creative spirit of batik.
30 minutes here
Cenang Beach
After that, we will proceed to Cenang Street. Along of Cenang Street you can have a walk at beachside, do some duty free shopping and you can find Underwater World which is one of the largest marine and fresh water aquaria in South East Asia. Description Cenang Street-Pantai Cenang is the busiest beach town on Langkawi Island, where you can find a diverse mix of cafes and restaurants, as well as souvenir shops, and duty-free outlets along its picturesque beach strip. Just a 10-minute drive from Langkawi International Airport, it’s a popular holiday destination for travelling families thanks to its kid-friendly attractions such as Underwater World Langkawi, Rice Garden Museum, and Kiki Club at Meritus Pelangi Resort & Spa.
30 minutes here
Eagle Square
After that, heading towards eagle square Eagle Square which resembles the symbol of Langkawi, where a 39-foot-high (12-m) eagle statue stands tall. Eagle Square (Dataran Helang)-Dataran Lang also known as Eagle Square, Dataran Lang is one of Langkawi’s best known manmade attractions, a large sculpture of an eagle poised to take flight. A sight that greets visitors to the island via ferry, the 12 metre-tall statue is one of the island’s most instantly recognizable monuments.
30 minutes here
Kuah
Kuah Town-Kuah town, Langkawi is the largest city in the southeast of the main island. It is a place where one can see little traffic heavy as compared to beaches such as Pantai Kok or Pantai Cenang. Most importantly, it is a place where you can buy so many things. At Kuah, you will realize that duty free shops only and anywhere along the way and it is really what makes the city attractive. After finished, the driver will drop you to the hotel or cruise terminal.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Langkawi
Meeting point for cruise arrival
Meeting point
Langkawi
Meeting point for cruise arrival
Meeting point
Langkawi
from Tanjung Rhu Beach area Hotels
Meeting point
Langkawi
from Datai/Tg Rhu/Andaman/Four Season/Berjaya Hotel
Meeting point
Langkawi
Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Cenang Beach, Kok Beach & Tengah Beach Area (3km radius).
Meeting point
Langkawi
Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuah Town Centre (3km radius).
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Meeting point for cruise arrival
Ends at
Meeting point for cruise arrival
Ends at
from Tanjung Rhu Beach area Hotels
Ends at
from Datai/Tg Rhu/Andaman/Four Season/Berjaya Hotel
Ends at
Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Cenang Beach, Kok Beach & Tengah Beach Area (3km radius).
Ends at
Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at Kuah Town Centre (3km radius).
Options you can book
From Cruise Pier Langkawi
From Cruise Pier Langkawi - 6 Hours City Tour + Mahsuri Tomb + Beras Terbakar Starting points: Langkawi Cruise Centre, Porto Malai Langkawi, 07000, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia Langkawi Cruise Terminal, Jl. Teluk Baru, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia Pickup included
from Datai/Tg Rhu/Andaman
From Datai/Tg Rhu/Andaman - 6 Hours City Tour + Mahsuri Tomb + Beras Terbakar Starting points: Datai Bay, 07000, Kedah, Malaysia Tanjung Rhu Beach, 07000, Kedah, Malaysia Pickup included
from Cenang or Kuah Town
Fom Cenang Or Kuah Town - 6 Hours City Tour + Mahsuri Tomb + Beras Terbakar Starting points: Kuah, 07000 Kuah, Kedah, Malaysia Pantai Cenang, 07000, Kedah, Malaysia 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Atma Alam operating hours: 9am to 8pm (close every Tuesday)
- Mahsuri Tomb operating hours: 8am to 6pm (daily)
- Surcharge RM70 per pax for guest staying at outskirt Hotels (if choose the wrong pickup area during booking)
- Customers who arrived from Cruise, upon arrival, please proceed to *Guard House* at Resort World. One of our driver will holding paging board. If you cannot find us, please contact our hotline given
- This is the typical itinerary for this tour. If any attraction is closed or unavailable, we reserve the right to modify the itinerary without prior notice.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $401
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
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.
See everything Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd runsWhy this scores 58
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Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Langkawi.
How much does Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Langkawi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Langkawi is not rushed.
Is Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Langkawi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar?
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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 Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar?
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Around 2 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 Langkawi 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 Langkawi and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar 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 Langkawi 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 Langkawi?
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On Outty we rank every Langkawi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include JungleWalla Langkawi UNESCO Geopark Mangrove Cruise, 6 Hours Sharing Basis Kilim Mangrove Safari Boat Tour in Langkawi, 6 Hours Kilim Mangrove Kayaking Sharing Tour (Wt Lunch & Pickup). 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 Langkawi?
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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 Langkawi?
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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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