Klang’s Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Launching This Aug

Klang’s open-top Hop-On Hop-Off bus service is set to begin in mid-August, giving tourists a fresh way to explore the royal town’s historic and cultural landmarks.

The 40-seater double-decker bus will travel through south Klang’s heritage zone and extend to the mangrove areas of Port Klang, according to The Star.

Along the route, riders can enjoy views of Istana Alam Shah, Little India, the Sultan Abdul Aziz Royal Gallery, the Gothic-style Our Lady of Lourdes Church, and Gedung Raja Abdullah.

“The bus is meant for visitors to enjoy Klang at a slower pace, with the flexibility to hop on and off as they explore,” said Tourism Selangor Promosi Sdn Bhd operations manager Arshad Mustapa in the The Star's report.

The service, run by LNH Tour and Transport Sdn Bhd under an annual permit, was initially planned to start in February. However, the launch was delayed due to pending approval from the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad).

“Apad is very strict on safety and compliance, and we couldn’t proceed without their green light,” Arshad said.

He added that a letter of support has since been issued by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry, and the company has submitted all required documents to Apad. “We’ve followed all the SOPs and are just waiting for final approval,” he said.

Once launched, Klang will become the second local council in Selangor to offer a sightseeing bus, after Sepang introduced its service in mid-2023.