Malaysia Archives · Asian Trails https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail-country/malaysia/ Asian Trails Thu, 27 Jun 2024 04:00:31 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Kampung Attap Art Hub https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/kampung-attap-art-hub/ Tue, 21 May 2024 04:51:11 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1037090 Get an in-depth perspective of Kuala Lumpur’s arts scene while exploring hidden galleries, creative centres and boutique shops.

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Kampung Attap Art Hub

Kampung Attap Art Hub

Get an in-depth perspective of Kuala Lumpur’s dynamic arts scene while exploring a vibrant district filled with hidden galleries, creative centres and boutique shops run by independent sellers. Hear the stories of people and places that are shaping the community and pass by key landmarks, including contemporary art spaces and heritage buildings as well as local street stalls, record stores and clothing companies.

  • This self-guided walk is part of our Kuala Lumpur Digital Trails collection;
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass includes access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur for 72 consecutive hours; the ticket must be validated within 12 months from the date of purchase;
  • Children aged 0-12 years can join Digital Trails for free when accompanied by a paying adult;
  • The tour is not recommended for families with strollers or young children who may have difficulty walking long distances;  not recommended for people who require a wheelchair or have mobility challenges.
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass offers access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur during a 72-hour period;
  • Guided walks are led by an English-speaking guide and includes expert storytelling about the destination’s key landmarks, culture and cuisine; guests can hop-on and hop-off the route at any time;
  • Self-guided walks allow travellers to explore more and navigate around the city at their own pace using the digital roadbook and GPS route information;
  • Audio and written content on the app is available in 5 languages: English, Chinese, Italian, Korean and Japanese;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
  • Transfers to/from hotel;
  • Entrance fees to sights and attractions along the route;
  • Mobile devices and headphones are not included; travellers are advised to bring their own;
  • Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description;
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours unless otherwise stated;
  • Travel insurance.
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Kampung Baru and Chow Kit https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/kampung-baru-and-chow-kit/ Mon, 20 May 2024 12:18:50 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1037004 Explore Kampung Baru, a residential area that retains an old-world village charm.

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Kampung Baru and Chow Kit

Kampung Baru and Chow Kit

Explore Kampung Baru, a residential area that retains an old-world village charm. Begin at Pintasan Saloma, a pedestrian bridge that crosses over the Klang River and learn the stories behind the community’s Malay and Dutch heritage buildings, traditional food makers and handicraft shops. Wander through Chow Kit, a local fresh food market, peruse a street lined with colourful textiles and antiques and witness the largest Sikh temple in South-East Asia.

  • This self-guided walk is part of our Kuala Lumpur Digital Trails collection;
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass includes access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur for 72 consecutive hours; the ticket must be validated within 12 months from the date of purchase;
  • Children aged 0-12 years can join Digital Trails for free when accompanied by a paying adult;
  • The tour is not recommended for families with strollers or young children who may have difficulty walking long distances;  not recommended for people who require a wheelchair or have mobility challenges.
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass offers access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur during a 72-hour period;
  • Guided walks are led by an English-speaking guide and includes expert storytelling about the destination’s key landmarks, culture and cuisine; guests can hop-on and hop-off the route at any time;
  • Self-guided walks allow travellers to explore more and navigate around the city at their own pace using the digital roadbook and GPS route information;
  • Audio and written content on the app is available in 5 languages: English, Chinese, Italian, Korean and Japanese;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
  • Transfers to/from hotel;
  • Entrance fees to sights and attractions along the route;
  • Mobile devices and headphones are not included; travellers are advised to bring their own;
  • Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description;
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours unless otherwise stated;
  • Travel insurance.
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A Walk Down Memory Lane https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/a-walk-down-memory-lane/ Mon, 20 May 2024 11:57:54 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1037006 Stroll through an old part of the city to see the striking contrast between Kuala Lumpur’s past and present.

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A Walk Down Memory Lane

A Walk Down Memory Lane

Stroll through an old part of the city to see the striking contrast between Kuala Lumpur’s past and present. Walk through a pedestrian-only street lined with glittering jewellery, colourful fabrics and delicious Indian snacks. Pass by the Cathedral of St. John and take in elevated views of the city from KL Eco Park, a verdant oasis in the heart of the city. Admire the iconic telecommunication tower of Menara Kuala Lumpur along the way.

  • This self-guided walk is part of our Kuala Lumpur Digital Trails collection;
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass includes access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur for 72 consecutive hours; the ticket must be validated within 12 months from the date of purchase;
  • Children aged 0-12 years can join Digital Trails for free when accompanied by a paying adult;
  • The tour is not recommended for families with strollers or young children who may have difficulty walking long distances;  not recommended for people who require a wheelchair or have mobility challenges.
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass offers access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur during a 72-hour period;
  • Guided walks are led by an English-speaking guide and includes expert storytelling about the destination’s key landmarks, culture and cuisine; guests can hop-on and hop-off the route at any time;
  • Self-guided walks allow travellers to explore more and navigate around the city at their own pace using the digital roadbook and GPS route information;
  • Audio and written content on the app is available in 5 languages: English, Chinese, Italian, Korean and Japanese;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
  • Transfers to/from hotel;
  • Entrance fees to sights and attractions along the route;
  • Mobile devices and headphones are not included; travellers are advised to bring their own;
  • Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description;
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours unless otherwise stated;
  • Travel insurance.
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Chinatown and Merdeka https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/chinatown-and-merdeka/ Mon, 20 May 2024 11:36:12 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1037002 Admire the architecture around Merdeka Square and wander through Chinatown for a sense of Kuala Lumpur’s diverse cultures and lifestyles.

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Chinatown and Merdeka

Chinatown and Merdeka

Admire the unique mix of British and Islamic architecture around Merdeka Square, including the impressive Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Pass by the Central Market and wander through the colourful streets of Chinatown for a sense of Kuala Lumpur’s diverse cultures and lifestyles. See a Hindu temple, a Chinese temple, and an Islamic mosque as well as a quaint street lined with vibrant murals.

  • This self-guided walk is part of our Kuala Lumpur Digital Trails collection;
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass includes access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur for 72 consecutive hours; the ticket must be validated within 12 months from the date of purchase;
  • Children aged 0-12 years can join Digital Trails for free when accompanied by a paying adult;
  • The tour is not recommended for families with strollers or young children who may have difficulty walking long distances;  not recommended for people who require a wheelchair or have mobility challenges.
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass offers access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur during a 72-hour period;
  • Guided walks are led by an English-speaking guide and includes expert storytelling about the destination’s key landmarks, culture and cuisine; guests can hop-on and hop-off the route at any time;
  • Self-guided walks allow travellers to explore more and navigate around the city at their own pace using the digital roadbook and GPS route information;
  • Audio and written content on the app is available in 5 languages: English, Chinese, Italian, Korean and Japanese;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
  • Transfers to/from hotel;
  • Entrance fees to sights and attractions along the route;
  • Mobile devices and headphones are not included; travellers are advised to bring their own;
  • Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description;
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours unless otherwise stated;
  • Travel insurance.
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KLCC and Bukit Bintang by Night https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/klcc-and-bukit-bintang-by-night/ Mon, 20 May 2024 11:21:18 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1037011 Feel the vibrant energy of Kuala Lumpur at night. As the sun goes down, the city comes to life with bustling local hotspots and enticing street food.

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KLCC and Bukit Bintang by Night

KLCC and Bukit Bintang by Night

Feel the vibrant energy of Kuala Lumpur at night. As the sun goes down, the city comes to life with bustling local hotspots and enticing street food. See the Petronas Twin Towers illuminated against the evening sky, wander through the scenic city park and explore the dynamic Bukit Bintang neighbourhood. Your expert local guide shares captivating stories of people and places along the way.

The guided tour departs at 6.30 pm daily except on Mondays.
Meeting point: Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Hotel (outside the lobby).
Kindly check the latest tour timings and secure your place through the Vox City app.

  • This guided walk is part of our Kuala Lumpur Digital Trails collection;
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass includes access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur for 72 consecutive hours; the ticket must be validated within 12 months from the date of purchase;
  • The guided walk operates on a join-in basis without transfers; travellers are advised to make their own way to the meeting point and should aim to arrive ahead the scheduled start time;
  • Kindly check the latest tour timings and secure your place through the Vox City app;
  • Children aged 0-12 years can join Digital Trails for free when accompanied by a paying adult;
  • The tour is not recommended for families with strollers or young children who may have difficulty walking long distances;  not recommended for people who require a wheelchair or have mobility challenges.
  • The Kuala Lumpur City Walks pass offers access to all guided and self-guided Digital Trails in Kuala Lumpur during a 72-hour period;
  • Guided walks are led by an English-speaking guide and includes expert storytelling about the destination’s key landmarks, culture and cuisine; guests can hop-on and hop-off the route at any time;
  • Self-guided walks allow travellers to explore more and navigate around the city at their own pace using the digital roadbook and GPS route information;
  • Audio and written content on the app is available in 5 languages: English, Chinese, Italian, Korean and Japanese;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
  • Transfers to/from hotel;
  • Entrance fees to sights and attractions along the route;
  • Mobile devices and headphones are not included; travellers are advised to bring their own;
  • Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description;
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours unless otherwise stated;
  • Travel insurance.
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Authentic Kampung Walk https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/authentic-kampung-walk/ Mon, 28 Aug 2023 03:16:03 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1032674 During this three-hour experience, guests explore the village to discover its food, architecture, local landmarks and cultural heritage. The excursion includes local-style high tea at a Malay home and visits to a mosque, a market and a temple.

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Authentic Kampung Walk

Authentic Kampung Walk

Witness authentic ways of life in one of the last Malay enclaves
in the city centre of Kuala Lumpur.

WHY THIS TOUR?

Kampung Baru was established as early as the 1880’s and offers a rare glimpse into ethnic Malay culture. The community has an old-world vibe, with stilted wooden houses built in the traditional Malay style, surrounded by coconut and banana trees. Several families have lived in the village for four generations.

During this three-hour experience, guests explore the village to discover its food, architecture, local landmarks and cultural heritage. The excursion includes local-style high tea at a Malay home and visits to a mosque, a market and a temple.

TRAIL ITINERARY

Authentic Kampung Walk

17:00 - 20:00

Explore life in Kampung Baru, a quaint village in the heart of the city. The traditional community presents a stark contrast to the modern skyscrapers that surround it, including the Petronas Twin Towers, which form a beautiful backdrop to the quiet kampung setting. Here, village residents continue to preserve the traditional ways of life and stories that have been passed down from their ancestors.

Discover local life, food, architecture and cultural sights in the kampung! Savour high tea – Kampung Baru style – in a Malay home. This is an experience not to forget! Then visit Kampung Baru Mosque for an overview of local Islamic beliefs and traditions. Continue to Chow Kit Market, one of the city’s oldest markets. Watch the hustle and bustle as roadside vendors sell their fresh meats, fruits and vegetables. Next, head to Tatt Khalsa Diwan Gurdwara Sikh Temple, the largest temple in South East Asia. The experience ends with a “Magical Kampung Baru” moment, with a delicious dinner served in a unique community located right in the middle of a large, modern city.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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INCLUSIONS

  • English-speaking, licensed assistance;
  • Local snacks and bottled water;
  • All meals as indicated in the itinerary (plus a surprise meal during the tour!);
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.

EXCLUSIONS

  • Tours, activities or other services that are not mentioned in the tour description
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated

GOOD TO KNOW

  • This tour departs at 5pm and takes around three hours. The meeting and end point of the tour is at Kampung Baru LRT Station. Guests are advised to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to starting time;
  • Poncho will be provided if it rains;
  • Private tour or group booking (10 pax or above) is available upon request and subject to availability;
  • Children aged 0 to 6 years old will be free of charge;
  • Return transfer and/or pick up from hotel can be arranged for an additional charge;
  • Cancellation & No-Show Policy: 100% penalty fee shall be imposed for booking cancellation made within 3 days and less prior to tour departure date. Any no-show event will be non-refundable;
  • This trail programme is operated daily on sharing basis with English-speaking assistance or with separate licensed guide.

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The Best of Kuala Lumpur by Classic Bike https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/kuala-lumpur-classic-bike/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:11:18 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1032355 Hop on a bike to discover the city's rich ethnic diversity reflected in the harmonious cultural landscape of temples, mosques and other cultural influences.

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The Best of Kuala Lumpur by Classic Bike

The Best of Kuala Lumpur
by Classic Bike

Gain a unique perspective of Kuala Lumpur on this two-wheeled adventure
through the city’s cultural quarters and ethnic communities.

WHY THIS TOUR?

This bicycle tour offers a unique perspective of Kuala Lumpur as it includes many of the city’s inner and outer districts. The city has a rich ethnic diversity and this is reflected in the harmonious cultural landscape of temples, mosques and other cultural influences. This is one of our Sustainable Trails, an excursion that maximises positive impacts on local communities and minimises negative impacts on the environment in the following ways:

Eat locally – The meal is prepared using locally-sourced ingredients;
Transport alternatively – The two wheels of a bicycle are a unique way to experience Kuala Lumpur.

TRAIL ITINERARY

The Best of Kuala Lumpur by Classic Bike

08:00 - 12:00

Close to the Klang River lies the former colonial area and its characteristic architecture surrounds Merdeka Square, with the tourist enclave of China Town just south-east. In between these two localities lies the attractive Moorish influenced Jamek Mosque and the bustling Central Market. Further north is Little India, with its colourful maze of jewellery and textile shops. East lies luxury Bukit Bintang with its abundance of upmarket hotels, restaurants and designer malls. Overlooking this to the north stands the imposing and iconic Petronas Twin Towers. Some of these iconic landmarks will be seen on this fun bike tour.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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INCLUSIONS

  • Four hour bike tour with English-speaking, licensed assistance;
  • Quality city bicycle, safety jacket and helmet;
  • All meals as indicated in the program (brunch with drinks);
  • Local fruit tasting and two bottles of water;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.

GOOD TO KNOW

  • Duration: 4 hours, departure at 8 am;
  • Cycling distance: Approximately 14km;
  • Cycling Pace: Easy;
  • Return transfer pick up from city hotel to Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC) could be arranged with additional charge as stated above;
  • The booking request should be made at least one month in advance;
  • Child rate (age 7-12 years old): 80% of adult rate based on respective pax range. 6 years and below will be free of charge in Child Seat;
  • Please wear comfortable footwear (closed toe shoes) and bike-friendly clothes. Wear a light cotton top and shorts/Bermudas, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, water, poncho and sunblock. Jewellery, flip-flops, jeans, dresses, skirts, thick-clothes and valuables are discouraged. Please note that the above itinerary is depending on the local conditions;
  • Cancellation & No Show Policy: No-Show or Cancellation received within 6 days or less will be imposed 100% penalty charges.
  • This Trail programme is operated daily on private and shared basis with English speaking assistance or with separate licensed guide.

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Orangutan Encounter at Sepilok https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/orangutan-encounter-at-sepilok/ Fri, 12 May 2023 08:32:34 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1030948 Hear the call of the wild in the forests of Borneo and learn more about the world's precious creatures, from orangutans to sun bears and proboscis monkeys.

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Orangutan Encounter at Sepilok

Orangutan Encounter at Sepilok

Hear the call of the wild in the forests of Borneo and learn more about
the world’s precious creatures, from orangutans to sun bears and proboscis monkeys.

WHY THIS TOUR?

Learn more about Borneo’s national animal, the orangutan, at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to observe man’s closest relative being rehabilitated into their natural habitat. During the visit a local nature guide and ranger will add insights about the life of the primates and how to care for them. You may also encounter a variety of other wildlife in the forest, such as sun bears and proboscis monkeys.

Visits to the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre contribute to funding the facility’s conservation, research and primate care programmes.

TRAIL ITINERARY

Orangutan Encounter at Sepilok

08:00 - 16:00

We transfer from Sandakan Airport, or our Sandakan hotel for 30 minutes to reach the centre. Here we feed the orangutans and take a walk in Borneo’s tropical lowland dipterocarp forest. We continue to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre that aims to release rescued sun bears into the enclosed forest.

After lunch we visit the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary in the centre of the mangrove forest near Samawang Village. Here we get the perfect observation spot to view these unique primates that cannot be found anywhere else in the world and we watch them leaping from tree to tree in a superb, fast and stylish movement. Afterwards we transfer to Sandakan Airport for our onwards flight.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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INCLUSIONS

  • Activities as mentioned in the itinerary with English speaking assistance or with a separate licensed guide.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • All entrance and donation fees for visits as mentioned in the description.

EXCLUSIONS

  • Activities, transportation or inclusions of any kind that are not outlined in the tour description
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
  • Hotel accommodation in the destination
  • Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
  • Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
  • Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

GOOD TO KNOW

  • This tour departs at 8am and has a duration of eight to 16 hours.
  • A local nature guide and ranger based at the centre will add insights about the primates during the visit.
  • Visits to the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre contribute to funding the facility's conservation, research and primate care programmes.

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Orangutan Experience at Semenggoh Nature Reserve https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/orangutan-experience-at-semenggoh-nature-reserve/ Thu, 07 Apr 2022 15:56:38 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1028752 The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, set in a nature reserve in Sarawak, is the best place to view semi-wild orangutans who have been rescued from captivity and trained to survive in the surrounding forest reserve.

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Orangutan Experience at Semenggoh Nature Reserve

Orangutan Experience at
Semenggoh Nature Reserve

Watch orangutans feeding and swinging through the trees in the rainforest
in the Semenggoh Nature Reserve – an area devoted to rehabilitating
injured, orphaned and rescued orangutans.

WHY THIS TOUR?

The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, set in a nature reserve in Sarawak, is the best place to view semi-wild orangutans who have been rescued from captivity and trained to survive in the surrounding forest reserve.

The centre was established as a sanctuary for orangutans who are injured, orphaned or being kept captive as illegal pets. Currently, it serves as a habitat for the orangutans and also a place for visitors to learn about this endangered rare species. This wildlife reserve has a thriving population of healthy adolescent and adult orangutans. The rehabilitated animals roam freely in the rain forest and often return to the centre at feeding time.

TRAIL ITINERARY

Orangutan Experience at Semenggoh Nature Reserve

07:30 - 10:30

In the morning, your driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, located 30 minutes from Kuching.

On arrival, set off on foot to explore the area, passing by the ethno-botanical gardens with their unique collection of rainforest plants. The orangutans spend most of their time roaming freely through the forest, but at feeding times they make their way back to the centre for a meal provided by their caretakers. During feeding time, you have the incredible opportunity to interact with the orangutans as they swing down from the trees for a welcome handout of fruit. Thanks to the successful breeding programme at Semenggoh there is a good possibility to experience one of the most heart-warming sights in Borneo – an orangutan mother with a young baby.

Besides orangutans, the reserve is also a habitat for rare flora and fauna including giant squirrels, pigmy squirrels, gibbons and a large variety of birds. The howling of gibbons, the chirping of birds and the chattering of orangutans make the reserve an ideal place for nature lovers. It is not uncommon seeing visitors returning to Semenggoh and admire these majestic primates in the pristine jungle.

At the end of the tour, the driver will take you back to your hotel.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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INCLUSIONS

  • A half-day tour with a professional English-speaking driver-cum-guide. Other languages are on request and may be subject to supplementary charges
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

EXCLUSIONS

  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
  • Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
  • Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
  • Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable
  • Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
  • Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
  • Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

GOOD TO KNOW

  • This tour is operated both on private basis as well as on joint / Seat-In-Coach basis.
  • All tours are operated with a driver-cum-guide i.e. there is no private guide assigned. The driver acts as the guide on this tour.
  • Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying inside downtown Kuching. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside this area such as Damai, Santubong, and Kubah and any cruise and ferry terminal and Kuching International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
  • Tours and transfers are commonly operated by an English-speaking driver-guide for smaller individual travellers.
  • A minimum number of guests are required on tours to have a separate guide and driver confirmed for privately-booked tour options.
  • We regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Guests are advised that some walking is required during this excursion; we always ensure that we take the most comfortable ways from the entrance of the sight to the sight itself.
  • We will always make the effort to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
  • Please note pick-up and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
  • Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
  • Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sun’s rays are still very powerful.
  • We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests.
  • The protection of the country’s flora and fauna is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities for guests that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles.
  • It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.
  • In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.
  • As the orangutan population in the Semenggoh Nature Reserve are semi-wild, sightings cannot be guaranteed.
  • At certain times of year when sightings are less likely, the tour will revert to the Matang Wildlife Centre, where captive animals are undergoing rehabilitation.
  • Extended forest walks through Semenggoh are no longer possible.

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Sunset Kampong Heritage and Hawker Food Tour

Sunset Kampong Heritage
and Hawker Food Tour

Witness the life of Malay villagers with a visit to a stilt house in a traditional
kampong (village). Watch the sunset from a sampan on the Sarawak
River and feast on delicious hawker food on the waterfront.

WHY THIS TOUR?

There are many authentic Malay villages, called kampongs, located along the bank of the Sarawak River. Many of these villages are relatively untouched and rarely visited by tourists. They usually consist of houses built from wood and thatch that are raised on stilts to avoid flooding and unwelcome animals creeping in!

Some of the homes showcase beautiful examples of traditional and modern Malay architecture. Witness first-hand the authentic way of Malay life with a visit to a traditional kampong. Another important part of Kuching daily life is the traditional sampan. These wooden boats provide an important means of transport for the locals and are a proud part of their heritage.

TRAIL ITINERARY

Sunset Kampong Heritage and Hawker Food Tour

16:00 - 19:00

After meeting your local guide at a central meeting point in downtown Kuching, we set off to visit a traditional Malay kampong. Wander through the village to see children playing in the country pathways, stall owners selling traditional snacks and adults playing sepak takraw. In this skillful game, the players must keep a rattan ball in the air using only their feet, knees, chest and head – any body part except their hands. Visit a traditional wooden house by the jetty and chat with some of the villagers to learn about life in a kampong.

Board a traditional sampan for a cruise back to the other side of the river just as the sun is beginning to set. From the river you will get the best views of some of the striking buildings located on the riverbank. Photograph the Astana, the last residence of the Brooke Rajahs; the New Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (Dun), a unique building featuring a nine-pointed roof; and the golden-domed City Mosque.

Back on land, head to the waterfront to sample authentic hawker food. Street food in Kuching is tasty, cheap and plentiful. Your local guide will take you to the best place to try local favourites such as nasi lemak – fragrant rice cooked in coconut milk served with spicy sambol and often chicken or salted fish.

At the end of the tour, return to your hotel.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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INCLUSIONS

  • A half-day joint tour with a professional English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request and may be subject to supplementary charges
  • Use of a well-maintained bicycle during the tour, complete with helmet and poncho
  • Boat crossing fees by Sampan
  • Street Hawker dinner at a local restaurant is included (food only)
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

EXCLUSIONS

  • Transfers from and to the central meeting point in Kuching
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
  • Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
  • Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
  • Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable
  • Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
  • Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
  • Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

GOOD TO KNOW

  • This tour is operated with an English-speaking guide and on joint/Seat-in-Coach basis only.
  • This excursion does not include return transfers from and to your booked accommodation. Customers are requested to get to the meeting point well ahead in time of the starting time on own arrangement.
  • Should customers prefer to have a pre-arranged transfer included, supplements apply. Tours and transfers are commonly operated by an English-speaking driver-guide for smaller individual travellers.
  • A minimum number of guests are required on tours to have a separate guide and driver confirmed for privately-booked tour options.
  • We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this excursion; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant.
  • This bicycle tour is a recreational one and covers approximately 17 kilometres of cycling with various stops made en route
  • Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
  • Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sun’s rays are still very powerful.
  • We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests.
  • The protection of the country’s flora and fauna is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities for guests that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles.
  • It is the responsibility of the customer to reach the meeting point for this excursion at least 30 minutes prior to the commencement of this excursion. Failure to do so may result in 100% cancellation charges / no refunds.
  • We recommend wearing light, comfortable cotton clothing and comfortable shoes. This excursion is only operated in the afternoon.

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