The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Sarawak, Malaysia

Join this 4.5 hour bike tour to discover the hidden gems of Kuching, see some heritage temples and monuments through the hidden lanes inside the heritage zone and indulge in a wide variety of popular authentic Sarawak local street foods, drinks and desserts!

Inclusions: Bicycle and helmet, Bottled water, food tasting and light refreshments, Professional English speaking local guide

Exclusions: Transfer to starting point

Get a special perspective on Malaysia's local peoples and traditions with a visit to Sarawak Cultural Village. This living museum showcases the region's unique and diverse cultures in an accessible, visitor-friendly setting, just a 35-minute drive from Kuching. - Remarkable living museum showcasing Sarawak's cultures - A walk through beautiful & authentic traditional buildings - Members of the local community partaking in daily activities - Rare chance to learn how to throw a Malay spinning top - Flurry of colors in a stunning multi-ethnic performance

Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off (Kuching City Center 1km radius), Air-conditioned vehicle, English Speaking Driver, Entrance Ticket to Sarawak Cultural Village, Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Additional USD 40 surcharge for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable.

Niah National Park's claim to fame is its role as one of the birthplaces of civilization. Take a boat ride and forest walk with your guide, then step inside the Niah Caves. See one of the world's most significant archaeological sites, where the oldest remains of Homo sapiens in Southeast Asia were discovered. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport from Miri are provided on this full-day tour.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Local lunch at a park cafe, Boat ride, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels)

Exclusions: Beverages, Surcharge for pickup and drop-off at Miri Airport, Camera fee (if applicable, pay directly at venue)

Experience Borneo to the fullest when you visit Sibu and Mukah. Witness Sarawak cultures and heritage when you holiday to Sibu and Mukah. Before reaching Sibu, pass through Sarikei town and get a taste of local fruits, such as Durian, Dabai, pineapple and more. Sibu is the third largest town, after Kuching and Miri. This "Swan City" is the major gateway to Rajang River. It has grown rich from trading activity since James Brooke era. Activities that you can do in Sibu are going for a city tour, to Sibu Heritage Centre, and a visit to the largest indoor market in Malaysia. Mukah used to be an ancient trading and fishing port. Now, it became the main sago producing area of Sarawak Borneo. It is also home to one of the indigenous group in Sarawak, the Melanau tribe. The Melanaus are known for their gentle, loving nature and seafaring skills. Get ready to be fascinated on the Melanau villages and the locals' daily activities.

Inclusions: Activities as stated in itinerary, Meals as stated in itinerary, Local guide ( English Speaking Guide), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Twin/ Double or Triple room (minimum of 2 persons), Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Exclusions: Domestic & International Flights., Any service surcharges., Recommended or Optional Excursion(s), Food & Beverages not stated in the itinerary., Travel Insurance., Guide & Driver tipping & portage charges., Incidental expenses (such as room service, minibar, telephone calls, laundry), Personal expenses., Tourist Tax, which will be collected locally.

Be won over by Kuching’s natural charms on this 3-hour tour of Sarawak’s cultural capital, including hotel pick-up and local host. Lose yourself in the maze-like alleys of Old Kuching, practice your haggling skills at the bustling Central Markets and pay a visit to the fascinating Sarawak Museum. This comprehensive tour also includes many of the city’s most famous landmarks, like the Cat Statue, Tua Pek Kong Chinese Temple, the State Mosque and the Astana.

Inclusions: English Speaking Driver/Local Host, Hotel pickup and drop off (Kuching City Hotels), Air-conditioned vehicle, Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Additional USD 40 surcharge for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable.

Semenggoh Rehabilitation Center, a temporary home for displaced Orang Utans that have been rescued from captivity and young orphaned primates. These animals are re-trained to survive in their natural habitat. Annah Rais is one of the most famous Bidayuh longhouse in Sarawak, which located about 100 km east from Kuching City and quite close to the Indonesian border.  During your visit, you will also be able to view the villagers with their own daily routine like rice pounding and winnowing, basket and mat weaving, bamboo carving, etc. A walk through the well laid-out trail will reveal you the various crocodile holding pond and other animal cages, bearded wild boar, the sun bear and also a number of birds species at Jong's Crocodile Farm.

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Return Hotel Tour Transfer, 1 Water Bottle per person, Transfer by Air-Conditioned MiniVan

Exclusions: Foods & Drinks, Gratuities, Kuching Outskirt Pickup ( Arrangement can be made with additional surcharge

Semenggoh Rehabilitation Center. A temporary home for displaced Orang Utans that have been rescued from captivity and young orphaned primates. These animals are re-trained to survive in their natural habitat. They learn how to forage for natural food and build nests in the trees. Many have been returned into the surrounding area. Take a walk on the trails and try to spot semi-wild Orang Utans.  Sarawak Cultural village showcases the tribal lifestyles lived by the many ethnic groups that lace the beautiful Land of Hornbills, Sarawak. There are about 150 people living in the village. A walk through the well laid-out trail will reveal you the various crocodile holding pond and other animal cages, bearded wild boar, the sun bear and also a number of birds species at Jong's Crocodile Farm.

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Return Hotel Tour Transfer, 1 Water Bottle per person, Transfer by Air-Conditioned MiniVan

Exclusions: Foods & Drinks, Gratuities, Kuching Outskirt Pickup ( Arrangement can be made with additional surcharge

The Cultural Village is located 35 km away and approximately 45 minutes from Kuching to the Northern part of Kuching Damai. The 17 acre “living museum” offers excellent introduction to the people of Sarawak, their cultural and handcrafts. This tour includes the award winning for the best choreography, 45 minute cultural performance of songs & dances. - Remarkable living museum showcasing Sarawak's cultures - A walk through beautiful & authentic traditional buildings - Members of the local community partaking in daily activities - Rare chance to learn how to throw a Malay spinning top - Flurry of colors in a stunning multi-ethnic performance

Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off from Kuching City Hotels (1km radius), Air-conditioned vehicle, English Speaking Driver, Entrance Ticket to Sarawak Cultural Village, Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

A perfect introduction to Sarawak’s historic capital, this tour includes Kuching’s Chinatown, the cat statue, Tua Pek Kong Chinese Temple, the civic centre viewing platform and the world famous Sarawak museum.

Inclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off (selected hotels only), Air-conditioned vehicle, English Speaking Driver, Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Additional USD 40 surcharge for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable.

Visit to the longhouse of Iban's, the native of Sarawak to see their way of living, totem, carving, and other ethnic style stuffs. The iban’s people are the single largest tribe in Sarawak and they are traditionally live in longhouses which are several rooms linked together but sharing a common 'ruai' – a verandah where traditional ceremonies are performed in the olden days.

Inclusions: Driver / guide, hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks