Kuching City Stopover
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 187
Located on the shores of the Sarawak River, Kuching has a distinctive charm. Easy to stroll around, you will enjoy this city which combines the modern day with historical yesterday.
Kuching is the capital of SarawakState on the island of Borneo. A very attractive city rich in history situated on the banks of the Sarawak River, Kuching is small enough to walk around but interesting enough to keep you there for several days.
After an overnight in Kuching, start with a visit to the Sarawak Cultural Village located 32 kilometres/20 miles outside the city sprawling over 17 acres of land, a showcase of Sarawak’s cultural heritage. You will be introduced to the lifestyle of the villagers, view local handicrafts and enjoy traditional dances and music. After lunch, head to the Semenggok Orangutan Sanctuary where the primates are rehabilitated and trained to survive in the rainforest. Observe the feeding of the Orangutans. Return to Kuching and en route stop at the Sarawak Pottery Factory to watch how ceramics are made. Overnight in Kuching before departing.
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 187
Itinerary
Kuching Airport to City Hotel
| Duration | 30 Minutes |
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Pullman Kuching
The Pullman Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Kuching, within walking distance of the beautiful Kuching Waterfront and commercial centre. Situated atop the 2 story Hills Shopping Mall in Jalan Mathies, the rooms offer panoramic city and river views. The hotel is 7 miles from Kuching Airport.
Pullman Kuching features 389 spacious and contemporary rooms that are architecturally stunning. The hotel is ideal for leisure and business guests with modern, spacious rooms, several onsite restaurants and lounges, a fitness centre, spa, swimming pool with a kids club. With elegant facilities and hospitality, guests at this hotel will surely have an impressive stay.
| Meal Plan | Full Breakfast |
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| Duration | 2 Nights |
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Pullman Kuching |
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Pullman Kuching
The Pullman Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Kuching, within walking distance of the beautiful Kuching Waterfront and commercial centre. Situated atop the 2 story Hills Shopping Mall in Jalan Mathies, the rooms offer panoramic city and river views. The hotel is 7 ...
The Pullman Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Kuching, within walking distance of the beautiful Kuching Waterfront and commercial centre. Situated atop the 2 story Hills Shopping Mall in Jalan Mathies, the rooms offer panoramic city and river views. The hotel is 7 miles from Kuching Airport.
Pullman Kuching features 389 spacious and contemporary rooms that are architecturally stunning. The hotel is ideal for leisure and business guests with modern, spacious rooms, several onsite restaurants and lounges, a fitness centre, spa, swimming pool with a kids club. With elegant facilities and hospitality, guests at this hotel will surely have an impressive stay.Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Business Centre
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Parking (Valet)
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
- Spa
- Spa(Hot-tub)/Jacuzzi
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Semenggoh Orang Utan Sanctuary
Today you will visit the Semenggoh Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. The entire facility occupies an area of 740 acres, the only remaining green belt near to the City offering a sanctuary for Orang Utans. The Centre is a temporary home for displaced Orang Utans also known as "men of the jungle". They have been rescued from captivity or are young orphans and are trained or re-trained to survive in their natural surroundings. Take a walk on the trails and try to spot semi-wild Orang Utans. There are feeding times scheduled every day at the feeding platform. On returning to the city, stop for a visit to a pottery for a close up look at nimble hands fashioning works of art. You can watch the potter at his wheel and see what happens when pieces of clay is baked and then painted. This is also a good place to pick up souvenirs as a keepsake of your trip.
| Duration | 3 Hours |
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Sarawak Cultural Village Tour
Today you will visit the Sarawak Cultural Village. "See Sarawak in half day" is the claim made by the Sarawak Culture Village, a unique award winning living museum offering an excellent introduction to local cultures and lifestyles. It is located at the foothill of the legendary Mount Santubong, fronting the South China Sea. The village is also called the "Living Museum" because people live in the houses & create their handicraft and traditional snacks. The Village has seven representative ethnic house - Bidayuh Longhouse, Iban Longhouse, Penan Hut Orang Ulu Longhouse, Melanau Tall House, Malay House and & Chinese Farm House. Observe the lifestyles, arts, crafts, games, food, clothes & music of 7 major cultural of Sarawak. Enjoy yourself with a fascinating performance of the multi-cultural dance in the village's own theater. There is also a good restaurant and handicraft shop on-site.
| Duration | 4 Hours |
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City Hotel to Kuching Airport
| Duration | 30 Minutes |
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Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Daily.
PRICE INCLUDES:
2 nights accommodation, return airport transfers, sightseeing and meals as indicated.
15 Mar 2019
Excursion Suggestions
As there is so much to see and do in many of our City Breaks/Stopover Ideas, you should consider staying longer. Below is a list of suggestions that can be added to your stay.
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Kuching Private City Tour
Take a tour through the capital of Sarawak, seeing the Fort Margherita and Tua Pek Kong Temple. Visit the art wing of the Sarawak Museum complex and see artefacts from...- Duration:
- 3 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Kuching: Bako National Park with Lunch Private Full Day Tour
Explore Malaysian Borneo’s oldest national park on a full day tour outside Kuching. During your tour, you’ll pass through untamed rainforest and see countless plants a...- Duration:
- 7 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Kuching: Sarawak Cultural Village Half Day Tour
Sarawak Culture Village is an award-winning living museum offering an excellent introduction to local cultures and lifestyles. It is located at the foothill of the leg...- Duration:
- 4 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Kuching: Semenggoh Orang Utan Sanctuary Private Tour
Visit the Semenggoh Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre to meet orphaned orangutans training to survive in their natural habitats. As you walk the centres’ trails, you’ll...- Duration:
- 3 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
