Sinclair Tour and Travel 5494 5083

Grand Borneo Adventure

Departs 6th June 2020 12 days

$6,999 per person twin share. Single Supplement $ 1,200

(just $500 more than 2009 tour)

Tour Inclusions

Door to door transfers

Return airfares Brisbane to Brunei/Borneo

ALL MEALS

Sunset Cruise Kota Kinabalu

Mari Mari Cultural Village

Kota Kinabalu City Tour

Kundasung War Memorial – WWII History

Sabah Tea Plantation & Agnes Keith House

Gomantong Caves – Birds’ Nest Harvesting

Sukau Rainforest Lodge – Wildlife River Cruises

Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre

Sun Bear Rehabilitation Centre

Kiulu Countryside

Brunei Day Tour

Day One Saturday 6th June

After pick up from your door as usual, you’ll be transferred to Brisbane airport for your 4.10pm

departure to Borneo.

6JUN20 BRISBANE / BRUNEI

Depart Brisbane Royal Brunei Airlines 1610

Arrive Brunei 2130

Day Two. Sunday 7th June. 7JUN20

BRUNEI / KOTA KINABALU – SUNSET DINNER CRUISE

Depart Brunei 0030 Arrive Kota Kinabalu 0110

We’ll be met at the airport and transferred to Hyatt Regency Hotel, Kota Kinabalu. Because of

our late arrival, we have the day at leisure with breakfast and lunch at the hotel. Kota Kinabalu

delivers some of the best sunsets in the whole of South East Asia—even better when paired

with a unique dining experience on the North Borneo Cruises. Take sightseeing up a notch with

coastal views from a breezy upper-deck and create treasured moments under a starlit sky as

you glide pass Kota Kinabalu’s waterfront.

At 4pm, your tropical evening on the North Borneo Cruise begins at Sutera Marina Jetty. Get

ready to become acquainted with the charms of Kota Kinabalu on a whole new level. Your

evening unfolds along the sultry sun-tinged South China Sea, cruising past the islands and

water villages that dot Sabah’s west coast. You are free to wander around the vessel. Panoramic

ocean views, warmth of the setting sun and gentle sea breeze grace the upper deck while a live

band serenades the ethnic themed air-conditioned restaurant below with acoustic favourites.

Dinner will be served buffet style. Time to sink your teeth into Sabah’s most sought after

culinary experience.

As the sun sets and the stars come out, Kota Kinabalu’s coastline now comes alive with

dazzling city night lights. The North Borneo Cruise will glide across the Waterfront as you

indulge in dessert or your next glass of wine. Approx 7.00pm, your rendezvous at sea comes

to an end. You will disembark from the cruise at the Sutera Marina Jetty.

Overnight Hyatt Regency Hotel (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day Three Monday 8th June

MARI MARI CULTURAL VILLAGE / KOTA KINABALU CITY TOUR

After another fabulous breakfast at our Hotel, we’ll be picked up from our hotel and drive

approximately 20 minutes to Mari-Mari Cultural Village. Visit each tribe’s traditional house to

learn about each tribe's ancient cultures and take part in some in-house activities. You’ll love

the cultural performance before we move on to the Dining Hall. You may shop for handicraft,

take photos or just enjoy the natural surroundings. Try delectable traditional and fusion cuisines

before the end of the tour.

Note: Visit to the Village is at 1000hrs.

Please bring along drinking water bottle, insect repellent & hat.

In the afternoon after your lunch, we’ll continue to enjoy a city tour. The tour includes a brief

visit to Tanjung Lipat, which offers panoramic scenery of the Gaya Island, South China Sea,

Tun Mustapha Tower and the Kampung Likas village. Then on to the Kota Kinabalu City

Mosque, recognized as one of the most beautiful mosques in Malaysia. Visit the Puh Toh Tze

Buddhist temple before we drive to Signal Hill for a bird's eye view of the city, Atkinson Clock

Tower and Australia Place. Discover Sabah Museum's unique Heritage before we return to

hotel.

Overnight Hyatt Regency Hotel (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day Four Tuesday 9th June.

KINABALU PARK/ WAR MEMORIAL/ SABAH TEA PLANTATION

After breakfast this morning, bring your luggage down as we’re leaving Kota Kinabalu today.

We’ll be picked up from our hotel and drive 2 hours overland to the foothills of Mt. Kinabalu.

We make a short stop at Pekan Nabalu market to sample local fruits in season and to stretch

our legs. Visit the Kinabalu Natural History Gallery and Mountain Garden in Kinabalu Park

Headquarters. If weather permits, take a guided walk on one of the trails in the cool surrounding

to explore the montane forest.

Then, we’ll make a very touching visit the Kundasang War Memorial Park to learn about

Sabah's WWII history. It’s dedicated to the British and Australian soldiers who died in the

Sandakan POW camp during their death marches to Ranau. It also recognises the suffering and

sacrifice of the native population of Sabah. Weather permitting, we’ll enjoy great photos with

the majestic Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak in Borneo's Crocker Range and is the highest

mountain in the Malay Archipelago.

Overnight at Sabah Tea Garden. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day Five Wednesday 10th June

SABAH TEA/ FACTORY/ OVERLAND SDK/ AGNES KEITH HOUSE

After breakfast, we’ll head to the tea factory for a very informative tour and learn how tea is

processed. You’ll love our scrumptious lunch at the Sabah Tea house, overlooking the

picturesque valley and Mount Kinabalu.

After lunch, we’ll travel overland to Sandakan, (approximately 4 hour’s drive) where we will

visit the famed Agnes Keith’s house formerly home to the famous American author who

penned the book ‘Land below the Wind’. Afterwards, enjoy your afternoon tea and scones at

English Tea House (pinkies up!) before being dropped off at our hotel. Sandakan was the

former capital of British North Borneo until 1946. The town prospered in the early days due to

its port with visiting traders from around the world. Sandakan is an important town to

Australian and British WWII history with the infamous Death Marches commencing here in

1945 and ending in Ranau. After WWII the capital moved to Jesselton (now Kota Kinabalu).

Overnight Fourpoints Sheraton (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day Six Thursday 11th June

GOMANTONG CAVES / SUKAU RAINFOREST LODGE

After breakfast at our beautiful Sandakan Hotel, we’ll drive to Gomantong Caves and explore

the biggest bird’s nest caves in Sabah. Last time, we were lucky enough to see a wild orangutan

in a tree near the entrance to the cave. Magical! And we actually saw the birds’s nests being

harvested. Now for the absolute highlight of the trip – our stay up the River! We’ll continue

the journey to Sukau on the Kinabatangan River, check in to the Sukau Rainforest Lodge, and

take an afternoon river cruise in search of wildlife and birds using a boat with hybrid system

of outboard and electric motor (depending on river current).

We have been SO lucky on previous trips to see pygmy elephants playing on the banks of the

river – and crossing it! We’ve also seen Proboscis and Macaque monkeys, hornbills, snakes,

and the elusive Orangutans! You’ll love our candlelight dinner overlooking the riverbank

followed by slide presentation and interpretation by naturalist guide.

Stay overnight at the Sukau Rainforest Lodge – Superior. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Note: Every boat for the river cruises are equipped with outboard engines and electric motor. With its clean and quiet operation, the electric motor will be turned on to manoeuvre the boat only during wildlife viewing (if location and river current permits). This way, you’ll be able to truly enjoy the wildlife experience without disturbing the peace and quiet of the natural surroundings.

Day Seven Friday 12th June

OXBOW LAKE / SUKAU RAINFOREST LODGE

Before brekky, we’ll take a 6.00 a.m. morning river cruise up the Kinabatangan River to

Kelenanap oxbow lake to view more birds and wildlife. After breakfast, we’ll enjoy an

educational tour along the lodge’s Hornbill Boardwalk with our in-house naturalist. After

lunch, join our in-house Orang Utan Talk activity. In the afternoon, we proceed for another

river cruise for more wildlife.

Overnight at the Sukau Rainforest Lodge – Superior. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day Eight Saturday 13th June

SUKAU/ BORNEO PRIMATES

After breakfast, we’ll return early to Sandakan overland by bus. Afterwards, you’ll be

delighted by our visit to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. We proceed to watch a

video show about the plight of the Orang Utans and the rehabilitation efforts ongoing at the

Centre. Walk ten minutes through the rainforest on wooden boardwalks to witness the feeding

of the orang utans at 1000hrs, and then we continue to the newly completed enclosed nursery

area for young orang utans. We’ve been lucky in the past to have some orangutans just walk

along the boardwalk beside us! Unbelievably cute! We’ll also visit the Borneo Sun Bear

Conservation Centre to learn about conservation of the world’s smallest bear.

Note on Camera Use at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre:

For any camera with zoom lens from 100 to 400mm, video camera or other video recording

equipment for personal use are chargeable at RM10.00 per unit. For any camera (fixed-lens -

400mm and above) or any film-making equipment are chargeable at RM1,000 per unit. Mode

of payment is cash only.

After lunch, we’ll be transferred to the airport for our afternoon flight to Kota Kinabalu.

Upon arrival at the BKI Airport, we’ll be met and transferred to Tanjung Aru. (stunning

resort right on the water’s edge!)

Overnight Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day Nine Sunday 14th June

Kota Kinabalu is the capital of Malaysia’s Sabah state in the northern part of the island of

Borneo. Often referred to as KK, it’s a coastal city partly surrounded by rainforest. It's known

for its bustling markets, modern boardwalk, beaches and waterfront Kota Kinabalu City

Mosque. It is also a gateway to Kinabalu National Park, the home of 4,095m-high Mount

Kinabalu. Today is a free day – you can choose to rest, shop, explore OR do one of two optional

tours.

Mari Mari Sepangar Island - Spend a day of sun, sea and sand on an offshore coral island.

Transfer to jetty for a 20-minutes boat ride to one of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park islands

for a day of relaxation and explore jungle trails on your own. Snorkel in crystal clear water

among coral reefs and rainbow-coloured fishes before we return to Kota Kinabalu at 1500

hours. (Picnic box lunch provided)

ADDITIONAL $100 per person

Borneo Culinary Tour:

This is a unique learning experience that offers you the opportunity to interact and be taught

directly by a local resident cook. 0900hrs - your tour starts with a short drive to the suburbs

outside of Kota Kinabalu. Proceed for a short trip to the local market to get your fresh groceries,

before returning to the home of a local caterer and get yourself busy with cooking ‘Borneo

style’. What makes this tour interesting is the fact that your lunch will be what you cook during

the class. The menu will be a set of locally prized dishes. Thereafter, transfer to your hotel.

(Includes lunch) ADDITIONAL $180 per person

Overnight Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day Ten Monday 15th June

KIULU COUNTRYSIDE

Today, after another amazing breakfast at our Hotel, we’ll take a day trip to learn about the

people and their culture as you immerse yourself in their way of life and traditions. Let all your

tension and worries melt away as you soak in Kiulu’s modest beauty of lush paddy fields,

charming farms, revitalizing forests and rolling emerald mountains. It’s an enlightening day

trip that would leave you wanting to come back for more.

We’ll be picked up from our hotel and driven approximately 45 minutes to the countryside with

a quick stop at Tamparuli Suspension Bridge and the nearby local market, passing the scenic

view of the Kiulu Valley. Upon arrival at the Fig Tree in Kampung Mantob, we will be greeted

with a warm welcome and briefed on the program of the day by our local guide. Then we can

try our hand at some cultural activities such as traditional rice processing, blow pipe, rice

planting and rubber tapping before lunch. After enjoying your scrumptious traditional lunch,

why not take a leisurely village walk to enjoy stunning landscapes of the scenic valley as you

pass through a local school, lush paddy fields, and a hanging bridge. If time and weather

permits, take a dip in the sensationally cooling Kiulu River before departing back to Kota

Kinabalu city.

Overnight Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

Day Eleven Tuesday 16th June

KOTA KINABALU/BRUNEI DAY TOUR/BRISBANE

Sadly, this is our last breakfast together. It will such a shock to go back to tea and toast! We

have a very busy day ahead of us. We’ll be Picked up early from our hotel and transferred to

BKI Airport for our flight departing at 08.40a.m. We’ll arrive into Brunei at 0920. Brunei is a

tiny nation on the island of Borneo, in 2 distinct sections surrounded by Malaysia and the South

China Sea. It's known for its beaches and biodiverse rainforest, much of it protected within

reserves. The capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, is home to the opulent Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah

mosque and its 29 golden domes. The capital's massive Istana Nurul Iman palace is the

residence of Brunei’s ruling sultan. We’ll be met at the Brunei Airport and visit this spectacular

Jam’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque. It is made of Italian marble, gold mosaic and English

stained glass with craftsmanship that reflects classical Islamic architecture.

The Royal Regalia Exhibition Hall displays collection of Borneo Ethnography, natural history

displays and Islamic art documenting the origins of much of Brunei’s culture. This tour will

also include a view of the magnificent Istana Nurul Iman, official residence of His Majesty the

Sultan and Yang Di Pertuan of Negara Brunei Darussalam.

After lunch, we’ll travel on to Kampung Ayer, the “Venice of the East”. It is the world’s largest

water village with 30,000 people living in houses on stilts snaking along the banks of the Brunei

River in the heart of Bandar Seri Begawan. The village includes several schools, a fire brigade,

a police station and several shops. Then, we’ll return to Brunei Airport for our flight departing

at 1850. (Breakfast/Lunch)

Day Twelve Wednesday 1tth June

We’ll arrive into Brisbane Thursday 17JUN20 at 0345 a.m. Here, a representative of Sinclair

tour and Travel will meet you and take you back to your front door. We do hope you enjoyed

your Grand Borneo Adventure with Sinclair Tour and Travel. Please tell your friends. That’s

how our business grows. We look forward to travelling with you again really soon.

INCLUDED IN TOUR

❖ Air-conditioned bus fitted with coach seats for your comfort.

❖ Door to door airport transfers.

❖ Return Air travel from Brisbane to Borneo/Brunei.

❖ Motel accommodation on a twin share basis.

❖ Breakfast (B), Lunch (L) and Dinner (D) as indicated.

❖ All entries as listed.

❖ Name badge, travel bag and luggage labels.

GENERAL INFORMATION

BOOKINGS

Please phone 5494 5083 for bookings. A Tour Booking Form will be sent to you

for completion and return with a deposit of $1000.00 per person within 7 days to

secure your booking.

BALANCE PAYMENT

Balance of payment is to be received at least 60 days prior to Tour Departure

Date. For Tour Bookings made within 60 days of Tour Departure Date full

payment is required on booking.

CHANGES TO ITINERARY

Sinclair Tour and Travel reserves the right to alter any itinerary due to unforeseen

circumstances beyond its control and to cancel any tour due to insufficient

bookings. A full refund of fare will be made if tour is cancelled by Sinclair Tour

and Travel

CANCELLATION FEES

Number of days’ notice given Fee payable

More than 60 days Nil

30 – 59 days 50% of tour Price.

15 – 30 days 75% of Tour Price

8 - 14 days 100% of Tour Price

Less than 8 days 100% of Tour Price

Day of Departure or during tour 100% of Tour Price

In addition to the above fee any moneys paid in respect of bookings with other

tour operators, airfares, attractions, etc. on your behalf and which cannot be

recouped will also be payable. A $50 administration fee (per person) will be

charged on ALL cancellations regardless of the number of days’ notice given.

To cover cancellations due to illness or for loss of baggage we strongly

encourage passengers to arrange travel insurance. We can arrange Travel

insurance for you as we now sell Covermore Travel Insurance. Phone us

today 5494 5083 for a brochure. Prices are very reasonable.