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EXPLORE BORNEO
Day 1 London Heathrow to Kuala Lumpur
Depart London Heathrow on the Malaysian Airlines flight non-stop to Kuala
Lumpur.
Day 2 Arrive Kuala Lumpur
Arrive Kuala Lumpur and on arrival proceed by car to the Grand Millennium
Hotel or upgrade to Ritz Carlton Hotel. (N)
Day 3 Kuala Lumpur
This morning explore the city with a local guide covering the major historical
landmarks such as the King’s Palace, the National Monument, the National
Museum and the Merdeka Square. Also visit KL Tower and enjoy a panoramic view
of the city. (B)
Day 4 Kuala Lumpur to Kuching – by air
Fly to Kuching and on arrival stay at the Kuching Hilton Hotel. Afternoon
tour the town including Fort Margarita built by Raja Charles Brooke in the
1870s. Also visit the Sarawak Museum established in 1891 which houses a fine
collection of flora and fauna together with the history and culture of the
tribal people of Sarawak. (B)
Day 5 Kuching to Batang Ai – 265kms
Leave in the morning for Serian a colourful market town and, following lunch
at Lachau bazaar, take a scenic longboat ride up the Lemanak River. Visit
a typical longhouse village before returning downriver to the jetty to transfer
by road and boat to the Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort which is dramatically
situated by a lake. (B/L)
Day 6 Batang Ai
Today you will have the opportunity to swim, fish or take a walk to experience
the stimulating sights and sounds of the forest. (B/L)
Day 7 Batang Ai to Kuching – 265kms
This morning retrace your journey back to Kuching and stay overnight at the
Kuching Hilton Hotel. (B/L)
Day 8 Kuching to Mulu National Park – by air
Today fly to Mulu and stay at the Royal Mulu Resort. (B)
Day 9 Mulu
Full day sightseeing including the Wind, Clearwater, Deer and Lang Caves.
(B)
Day 10 Mulu to Kota Kinabalu - by air
This morning leave Mulu and fly to Kota Kinabalu. On your arrival proceed
to the Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort where you will stay for the next two
nights. (B)
Day 11 Kinabalu National Park
A full day visit to Kinabalu Park. Situated 90kms from Kota Kinabalu, this
is one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world. Return to your
hotel in the afternoon. (B/L)
Day 12 Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan – by air
Sandakan to Selingan – by boat
Fly to Sandakan and take a forty-five minute boat ride by speedboat to Selingan
Island. The remainder of your day is at leisure to relax, swim or snorkel
on this beautiful island. In the evening wait for the ranger’s call
to observe turtles laying their eggs. Stay overnight in a Simple Chalet. (B/L/D)
Day 13 Selingan to Sukau - by boat
Return to Sandakan by boat and proceed to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation
Centre. From Sandakan it is a two hour journey by ferry along the Kinabatangan
River to the Sukau Rainforest Lodge which offers the opportunity to view birds
and wildlife in their mangrove, wetland and rainforest habitat. Stay overnight
at the Sukau Rainforest Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 14 Sukau to Kota Kinabalu – by air
After breakfast return to Sandakan by boat. After lunch in Sandakan proceed
to the airport for the flight back to Kota Kinabalu. On your arrival stay
at the Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort or at the Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort
in Tuaran. (B/L)
Day 15 Kota Kinabalu
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Day 16 Kota Kinabalu
At leisure. (B)
Day 17 Kota Kinabalu to London Heathrow
Fly from Kota Kinabalu back to Kuala Lumpur and connect onto the Malaysian
Airlines flight to London. (B)
Day 18 Arrive London Heathrow
Arrive into London Heathrow.
STAYING ON
Adventure is close at hand with a Mount Kinabalu trek. For the energetic this strenuous three day summit trek is well worth the effort with some spectacular scenery and incredible views from the 4,095 metre peak.
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A Guide to Price – EXPLORE BORNEO
Prices vary according to selected airlines, hotels and season, however, an indication to the current cost of this itinerary is from £4,020. All prices are per person and are based on a minimum of TWO persons travelling together and sharing a twin bedded room with meals as indicated. If you wish to travel alone we will be pleased to assist you with your arrangements and can provide a proposal on request.
Note: Meal Basis (N) = No Meal; (B) = Breakfast; (L) = Lunch; (D) = Dinner
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