Full Day City Tour with Lunch
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Sunshine Borneo Tour and Travel Sdn Bhd
Immerse yourself in Brunei’s rich heritage, Islamic art, and local traditions on this cultural day tour, complete with a traditional Ambuyat lunch.
Begin your journey with a visit to the majestic Jame’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, adorned with twenty-nine 24K golden topped-domes. Stop for a photo opportunity outside Istana Nurul Iman, the Sultan’s official residence and the world’s largest residential palace. Continue to the Brunei Khat Centre, where you’ll learn about the art of Islamic calligraphy, followed by a visit to the Arts and Handicraft Centre, showcasing traditional Bruneian crafts.
Enjoy a traditional Ambuyat lunch at a local restaurant—a must-try Bruneian delicacy. Then, explore the Royal Regalia Museum, home to royal regalia, ceremonial items, and historical artifacts.
Next, take a boat ride to Kampong Ayer, the world’s largest water village. Visit a local home for refreshments and a firsthand look at daily life on the water. The tour concludes with time to shop for souvenirs, the perfect way to remember your Bruneian experience.
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Itinerary
Tour starts 8.30am - 4.30pm
Places of Interest:
- Jame Asrā Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
- Photo stop at the Royal Palace āIstana Nurul Imanā
- Brunei Khat Centre for Islamic Calligraphy
- Arts and Handicraft Centre
- Ambuyat lunch at a local restaurant
- Royal Regalia Museum
- Kampong Ayer and visit a local house where local refreshment will be provided
- Shopping for souvenirs
** Galleries and museums are generally closed on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. For any changes we will update accordingly.
Tour with lunches will not be available on Fridays.
Note: All mosques will be closed for interior visits on Thursdays, Fridays and some religious public holidays. For Mosque visits, visitors are requested to dress appropriately i.e. non-revealing clothing or long trousers and skirts that cover the knees. Women will be given robes to wear upon entering the mosque. Men who dress appropriately will not be required to wear robes. You will also be required to remove your footwear.
For Royal Regalia visits, it is recommended to wear socks as you are required to take off your shoes.
For Water Village, please be reminded to bring hat, or wear long sleeves and suntan lotion if necessary.
Price is inclusive of: Transportation, guided tour with an English-speaking guide, all museums entrance fee, local refreshments at a local house at the Water Village and lunch.
Important Notes
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ALL tours are Sit-in-Coach basis. Tour
participants need to adhere to the tour times as stated
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Private Tours are available, please reach out
to [email protected]
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Activities may change due to weather or
community circumstances; replacement activities of equivalent value will be
provided
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Galleries and business premises may close 12
PMā2 PM on Fridays for prayers
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Wear comfortable clothing and a hat; bring
sunblock, water, camera, umbrella/raincoat, and personal medications
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Mosques and some activities may require modest
clothing and removal of footwear
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Dress Code: Non-revealing clothing or
long trousers/skirts; women will be provided robes if needed; shoes must be
removed
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Socks recommended for Royal Regalia Museum
Session ID: e5o8cj2vk72ol5e7let9b0slsh 23-01-26 07:41:44