EXCURSION: Private
EXCURSION TYPE: Cultural, Scenic, Shopping
FOOD/BEVERAGE: Snacks, Bottled Water Included
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy
Spend a half-day at Kota Kinabalu, a fast-growing resort destination and gateway to the island of Borneo.
Also known as Singgahmata, or The Place Where the Eye Lingers, this modern, multicultural city was under British rule until 1963 and lacks many pre-World War II sites due to continual bombing during the war. Head to the city center and gaze up at the impressive Menara Tun Mustapha. Also known as the Sabah Foundation Building, this circular glass structure has 32 floors and is the second tallest building in Borneo.
Stop at the beautiful University Malaysia Sabah campus, the ninth public university in the country teaching more than 17,000 students. Stand in front of Sabah State Mosque and get a photo of the intricate gold inlay motif in the mosque’s dome as well as the reflection of the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque with its 4 minarets that are painted on top of the surrounding waters. Visit Sabah Museum with its extensive galleries full of art, ceramics, brassware and historical and archaeological artifacts. While here, learn about the local history and culture, the area’s first settlers and the rise of Islam.
Continue on to Signal Hill, aptly named from the practice of signals being sent up the hill using flags. Walk up the stairs at the top and reach the platform to be rewarded with panoramic views of the city and sea below. If time permits you can stop by a local handicraft market for a little browsing and shopping before your return to port.
This special tour is a great introduction to Kota Kinabalu for those who are short on time but want to get a good overview of the city.
• Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
• Meeting and assistance by our representative.
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Private guide throughout your journey.
• Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
• All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by private air-conditioned Transport.
• All taxes.
• Domestic and International Flights.
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• Sometimes, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
