10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Kota Kinabalu That You Shouldn't Miss

This half-day trip from Kota Kinabalu offers insight into the cultural diversity of Borneo's ethnic groups and their traditional way of living. Learn how each tribe has adapted to living in Borneo, such as cooking using bamboo and starting a fire without matches. Discover the architectural uniqueness of each tribal house as you walk through the serene jungle setting with your guide. Watch a live dance presentation then savor dishes unique to Sabah..

Inclusions: Local lunch, afternoon tea or dinner, depending on departure time selected, Hotel pickup and drop-off by driver on sharing basis, Guide at Cultural village on sharing basis, Local taxes

Exclusions: Drinks (only local Malaysian ringgit accepted), Gratuities, Personal expenses

Kota Kinabalu City is the gateway to the Land Below the Wind. It is the state capital of Sabah. At 0930 hrs or 1400, pick up at the City hotel and proceed with a guided tour around the city tour. Take a bird's eye view of the city from Signal Hill. Visit Tun Mustapha Building with its 32 Storey Building with its column of free floors. Visit Poh Toh Tse Buddhist Temple and drive through residential estates. Unravel Sabah's heritage at the State Mosque. Learn more about the rich heritage of Sabah at the State Museum.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup (selected hotels only), Hotel/port drop-off, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, any other items not mentioned above

Kota Kinabalu City is the gateway to the Land Below the Wind. It is the state capital for Sabah. Depart from the city hotel and proceed with a guided tour around the city area. It is the state capital of Sabah. At 0900 hrs or 1400, pick up at the hotel and proceed with a guided tour around the city tour. Take a bird's eye view of the city from Signal Hill. Shop at Filipino Market where there are a variety of handicrafts sold. Visit Tun Mustapha Building with its 32 Storey Building with its column of free floors. Visit Poh Toh Tse Buddhist Temple and drive through residential estates. Unravel Sabah's heritage at the State Mosque. Learn more about the rich heritage of Sabah at the State Museum.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (KK City Hotels Only), English Speaking Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied. USD 9 per person

The journey will take about 45 minutes drive to the opened-air market at Tuaran Town & suspension bridge, Chinese Temple. After you have your simple lunch, continue tour to Tuaran Crocodile Farm. Upon arrival, see the variety of crocodile species about 1,000 live ones. Variety species of birds & other exotic animals are on display at the farm. Later, enter to the Rungus Longhouse to witness the local cultural dance show. Yu huang temple is a Chinese temple that located near the Tuaran town. This is one of the beautiful places that can be your choice when you visiting Tuaran town. It is decorated with Chinese traditional and historical. When you come to visit Sabah, you should not missed this opportunity to visit Tuaran and climb up this pagoda, if you missed this chance you will not able to snap down the enchanting view of Tuaran town.Thereafter, transfer back to the hotel.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (Kota Kinabalu City Hotels), English Speaking Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied, USD 9 per person

Explore the Mari-Mari Cultural Village in Sabah with a dedicated guide on this private tour. You'll enjoy personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace as you learn about Borneo's ancient and modern culture. Activities include a traditional house tour, a cultural show, and a traditional local lunch.

Inclusions: Scene A 10:00AM provide lunch; Scene B 14:00 provide afternoon tea; Scene C 18:00 provide dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Ride away on a Vulcan Steam Engine through scenic countryside. The North Borneo Railway gives the experience of the bygone era of British North Borneo in a fully refurbished deluxe carriages. The train journey passes by the backyards of local homes surrounded by small orchards, skirting pass mangroves, through the Pengalat tunnel before ending at the town of Papar where you can visit the nearby local market. A tiffin box lunch and hotel transfer is included.

Inclusions: Light refreshments and lunch box, Train ride, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected required), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Personal expenses

This tour brings you accross mountainainous Crocker Range with panoramic view of the countryside and soaring hills. Whilst en route to Kinabalu Park, you can catch the magnificent sight of Mount Kinabalu, South East Asia highest peak. The Park is a World Heritage Site with incredible mega bio-diversity of flora and fauna, a heaven for nature enthusiasts. On arrival, enjoy a guided nature trek along on of the many trails in the park before proceeding dip into its hot sulphur springs. For a closer look at nature, take the 41m high canopy walk which offers a spectacular view of the Borneo Rainforest flora and fauna.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking guide, Lunch, Entrance fees, Canopy walk

Exclusions: Gratuities, Surcharge imposed pick up from Shangri-la Rasa Ria, Nexus Resort, Beringgis Resort, etc

Kota Kinabalu city and nature tour is a day tour for travelers to get the insight within the city and suburbs of Kota Kinablau, Sabah's capital city. Experience Kota Kinabalu's fascinating buildings and landmarks, as well as some insight into local culture and customs. What makes this tour  special we combine some highlights of the city with some hidden gems that give our guest a more complete picture of the city . From local markets to amazing viewpoints this is a must do tour when visiting Sabah.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off ( Hotels in Kota Kinabalu City), Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Additional Charge for outskirt Hotel Pickup & drop off

Mount Kinabalu was nominated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its sheer biodiversity. Enjoy a short trail walk at the base of the mountain and visit the Mountain Garden to capture a glimpse into the fascinating and often unique world of flora. The montane oak-chestnut forest at the Park headquarters gives way to lowland dipterocarp forest at Poring on the eastern boundary.  Here, you may trek through the rainforest and witness life in the treetops as you walk along the 100ft high Canopy Walkway.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air conditioned vehicle with license English-speaking guide on sharing basis, Hotel pickup from Kota Kinabalu city hotels on sharing basis, Local taxes

Exclusions: Video RM30 / Camera RM5 fees at the Canopy walkway (only local Malaysian ringgit accepted), Entrance fees to Rafflesia site(time permitting - (only local Malaysian ringgit accepted), Drinks (only local Malaysian ringgit accepted), Gratuities

The only cultural village in Sabah. This cultural village was opened in memory of the great and legendary Kadazan Warrior Monsopiad and built on the very land where Monsopiad lived and roamed some three centuries ago At the Village, visit the Tangkob or Grainery where the padi is housed.Kotos Di Monsopiad or Monsopiad’s Main House is dedicated to the life and times of Monsopiad and his descendants. On display are ceramic jars, padi grinders, bamboo items as well as the costume of Bobohizan Inai Bianti, direct descendant of Monsopiad and very senior high priestess. Other interesting exhibits include the massive monolith which invokes a dozen legends, the traditional restaurant and of course Siou Do Mohoing, or the House of Skulls, where all 42 ‘trophies’ of Monsopiad hang from the rafters.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (Kota Kinabalu City Hotels), English Speaking Guide, Light refreshment, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied. USD 9 per person