STAR CLIPPERSSHORE EXCURSIONSSingapore - Kuching, Malaysia – Bintulu, Malaysia – Miri,
Malaysia – Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei – Pulau Tiga,
Malaysia – Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia – Pulau Tiga, Malaysia – Bandar
Seri Begawan, Brunei – Miri, Malaysia – Bintulu, Malaysia Kuching, Malaysia - Nongsa Point Marina, Indonesia Singapore

All tours are offered with English speaking guides. The
length of the tours is given as an indication only as it mayvary depending on the road, weather, sea and traffic
conditions and the group’s pace.
Time spent on site is also given on an indicative basis only.
Minimum number of participants indicated per coach orgroup

The level of physical fitness required for our activities isgiven as a very general indication without any knowledge ofour passenger’s individual abilities.
Broadly speaking to enjoy activities such as hiking, biking,snorkelling, boating or other activities involving physicalexertion, passengers should be fit and active. Passengers
must judge for themselves whether they will be capable ofparticipating in, and above all enjoying, such activities.

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Hiking tours in National Parks, please note : Jungle or Green
guides are employed by the National Park Authority. They
are specially trained to conduct park tours and chosen on
the basis of their knowledge of local fauna and flora. They
are usually local people and English is obviously not theirmother tongue; they may be unable to engage in long
conversations with guests.
A hiking tour or a visit to a NP means that you will
necessarily be outdoors. The environment may be affectedby heat, cold, rain, and sun. The river could be high or low
depending upon recent rain fall. Paths may be muddy andslippery. The scheduled programme may have to be adapted
to suit conditions on site. Most people don’t use insect
repellent when visiting a NP to respect the environment.
However some people are more prone to insect bites thanothers, so bring an insect repellent that works for you.
Recommended equipment : sun protection, training or
hiking shoes (that can get wet and dirty) with a good grip
for walking over slippery ground, a sun hat (preferablywith chin strap), plastic bags to waterproof your valuable
items (e.g. camera) on the river trips, backpack to haveyour hands free, binoculars for spotting wildlife, torchlamps for frog searching at nightfall and a bottle of water
Do not forget your sense of adventure!
Wildlife: Animals roam free in their natural environment.
This means that we can in no way guarantee wildlife
sightings!!

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All information concerning excursions is correct at the timeof printing. However Star Clippers reserves the right tomake changes, which will be relayed to passengers during
the Cruise Director’s onboard information sessions

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Borneo has always conjured up all kinds of wild and mysterious imaginings-fascinating wildlife living in the deep rainforestsand unexplored jungle. Not to mention the Ibans, ferocious headhunters living in the jungle of Sarawak. Traditionally headhunting was performed as a sacred ritual, but the practice has been illegal for more than a century so have no fear! The
heads were hung like trophies around the longhouse, to show the Iban’s strength and dominance. The tribespeople believed
they would acquire the power and strength of the individual they had executed. Men who had a fierce reputation as
headhunters were considered to be excellent husband material.
The tribesmen lived in a longhouse: a single line of houses built side by side. Nowadays the Iban still reside in traditional
longhouses, but the dwellings have electricity, running water, telephone lines, and even internet access. These traditional
houses can often be up to 500m long with 29 rooms in them, each room is a family home.
The Iban are often called “Guardians of the Rainforest” as this is what their role in the local community has morphed into.
They act as local experts for any tourists who wish to learn more about their way of life, and they do this by welcoming
people from all over the world into their homes and teaching them Iban history. Times are changing for the Iban tribe, butthey are determined to keep their culture alive
Kuching, Sarawak
Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, is simply unique. Kuching has an unusual name – the word means “cat” in Malay. There areseveral stories as to how this name came about, but it is unlikely that it has anything to do with cats. The two more likely
explanations are that it derives from the Chinese word kochin, meaning “harbour,” or that it is named after the matakuching or “cat’s eye” fruit, a close relative of the lychee that grows widely here.
The city can be explored by foot. The historical Fort Margherita was built in 1879 to guard Kuching’s river approaches frompirates. In the old days, a canon shot was fired from the fort every evening to mark the end of the government’s working
day. Named after the second white Raja of Sarawak : Charles Brooke’s wife, Ranee Margaret, it is an unmistakable landmark
along Sarawak River.

Semenggoh Nature Reserve Park
Transfer by air-conditioned motor coach
Duration 3h30
Minimum 15 participants, maximum 90€60
For over 20 years the park wardens have taught young orangutans, orphaned or rescued from captivity, the skills they needto survive in the wild. Their work has been crowned by success and the forest reserve now has a thriving population ofadolescent and young adult orangutans who are now breeding in the wild.
The programme has been transferred to Matang Wildlife Centre, but Semenggoh is still home to its successful graduates,
semi-wild orang utans and their babies. They spend most of their time roaming the forest but frequently come back to theCentre for a free meal. If it is the fruiting season in the forest (October to March), some or even all of them may not come to
feed. This is a good sign and another step on the way to full rehabilitation.
Upon return there will be a panoramic tour of Kuching, those guests who want to stay in the city will be dropped on thewaterfront. Return on your own to Senari port.
Feeding takes place between 9.00-10.00am and between 3.00-3.30 pm.
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Transfer by air-conditioned motor coach & boat
Duration 4h15
Minimum 15 participants, maximum 30€99
Founded in 1957 Bako National Park, with its seven distinct rainforest ecosystems, gives visitors the opportunity of seeing
almost all the vegetation to be found in Borneo as well as a remarkable variety of wildlife. Proboscis monkeys, Silvered leafmonkeys, long tailed macaques, wild boar, flying squirrels and monitor lizards as well as hundreds of different bird species.
The fascinating plant life includes mangrove, strangler figs, carnivorous pitcher plants and symbiotic ant plants. The park has
well marked trails leading to jungle covered hill tops and secluded beaches with remarkable rock formations.
This small peninsular, 1 ½ hours from Kuching by car and longboat, is home to seven distinct rainforest ecosystems, giving ita remarkable diversity of animal and plant life. Bako’s most famous residents are the bizarre proboscis monkeys, and it isalso home to silvered langurs (leaf monkeys), long-tailed macaque monkeys, wild boar, flying squirrels and monitor lizards aswell as hundreds of different bird species. Fascinating plant life includes mangroves, strangling figs, carnivorous pitcher
plants and symbiotic ant plants. Unique geological features mark the coastline, whilst well-marked trails lead to rugged
jungle covered hilltops and secluded beaches.
Weather permitting you will cruise beside the Sea Stag rock formation before returning to Bako jetty
From the port you will drive to Bako village, then you will take a boat for a 30 minutes ride to the national ParkBe ready for a wet landing (depending on tide!)
After a short briefing you will follow your guide for a hike lasting approx. 1h30

Morning bird watch in Kubah National Park
Transfer by air conditioned motor coach
Duration 3h30/4hrs
Minimum 4 participants, maximum 15€169
Kubah National Park is located 22 kilometers from the Kuching City. The park is mixed Diterocarp forest with small acres ofscrub forest and isolated patches of Kerangas forest. The park is famous for its palms with hundreds of different species
growing over 22 square kilometres. There are also orchids and pitcher plants as well as a wide variety of mammals, birds,
reptiles and amphibians.
Look out for : some endemic species like Blue-banded pitta, Bornean blue-flycatcher, Yellow-rumped flowerpecker, Bornean
Blackmagpie, Chestnut-crested yuhina, Dusky munia & etc. As well as other birds such as the Redbearded bee-eater,
Raffles’s malkoha, Red-naped trogan, Diard’s trogon, Scarlet-rumped trogon, Rufous-collared kingfisher, Rufous-backed
kingfisher, Banded kingfisher, White-crowned hornbill, Red-crowned barbet, Redthroated barbet, Gold-whiskered barbet,
Rufous piculet, Buff-necked woodpecker, Maroon woodpecker, Black-&yellow broadbill, Banded broadbill, Green broadbill,
Scarlet minivet, Asian fairy bluebird, Blue-winged leafbird, Scaly-breasted bulbul, Grey-bellied bulbul, Chestnut-naped
forktail, Rufous-crowned babbler, Scaly-crowned babbler, Grey-headed babbler, Brown fulvetta, Large-billed blue-flycatcher,
Spotted fantail, Asian paradise flycatcher, Grey-breasted jungle-flycatcher, Mangrove whistle, Scarlet-breasted
flowerpecker, Crimson sunbird, Grey-breasted spiderhunter, Bronzed drongo, Crested jay and many more.
45 minutes drive to Kubah national park

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Evening Frog search
Transfer by air-conditioned motor coach
Minimum 10 participants, maximum 15
Duration 4 hours
Departure late afternoon from the ship€99
Kubah National Park is famed for its palms and amphibians. Nature lovers will delight in the rich biodiversity on offer.
More than 61 species of frogs have been recorded in the Kubah National Park, which is 1/3 of the total species of frog in
Borneo Island. Upon arrival, aim to spot Lowland litter frog, Wallace’s flying frog, Bornean horned frog, Matang Narrowmouthed frog, Kuhl’s creek frog, Gioant river frog, Peat swamp frog, Mahogany frog, Spotted stream frog, File-eared tree
frog, Dark-eared tree frog, Harlequin tree frog & swamp frog, and many more.
Please bring along a torch (or head lamp), insect repellent and rain gear. Wear trekking shoes and be warned that you may
get wet on this tour.
45 minutes’ drive to Kubah NP (each way)
You will spend approx. 2 hours on site
Sarawak Cultural Village
Transfer by air-conditioned motor coach
Minimum 10 participants, maximum 90
Duration 4h15
€60
Sarawak state is home to many different ethnic groups. The Bidayuh, Iban, Orang Ulu, Melanau and Penan peoples all havetheir own distinct ethnic identity, their own building techniques, dialects, customs and rituals dictated by geography, history
and tradition. Like a richly embroidered tapestry these separate threads combine to form a gloriously vibrant whole.
The Iban people are a warrior tribe who practiced head hunting and whose women were skilled in weaving.
The Bidayahs are known for their warm hospitality and traditional percussion instruments made from bamboo, as well as
gongs and gigantic drums.
The Orang Ulu, or people of the interior, live in homes that are generally decorated with elaborate murals and wood
carvings. They are known for their intricate tattoos and the unique sound of their music, played on “sapes”, boat shaped
lutes with four strings.
The Melanu are among the earliest settlers in Sarawak and were traditionally fishermen and sago farmers. Up until the
1950’s they practiced head shaping: when a child was about a month old its head was put in a wooden device, known as a
Tadal, to flatten the forehead and make the face resemble a full moon.
The Penan people were traditionally nomadic hunter gatherers. They must be one of the most environmentally friendly
communities on earth as their way of life is governed by “Molong”, which means never taking more than you need. The
forest provides them with plants for food and medicine, and animal hide and fur for clothing and shelter. They are excellent
hunters and kill their prey with a blowpipe. The darts are made from sago and tipped with poisonous latex from the Tajem
tree (the poison is so powerful it can kill a man in a matter of minutes). Penan society is egalitarian, tolerant and generous,
everything is shared between them. It is said that there is no actual word for “thank you” in their dialect because helping
each other is considered normal behaviour and taken for granted.
The cultural village has been dubbed a “living museum”, but despite being only 22 miles from the city it is more like stepping
into another world. The site extends over 17 acres and is built around a man-made lake. Stroll through the village and meetthe different communities, admire their building techniques and ancestral skills such as weaving, bamboo carving or the
making of blowpipes. Each ethnic group is unique, and all of them are absolutely fascinating.
This “total immersion” in Sarawak culture ends with a colourful folklore show in a modern air-conditioned theatre.
The drive back to Senari port takes a scenic route through Kuching and if you prefer you can be dropped off in town andcome back by yourselves.

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Bintulu, Sarawak
Bintulu Port is located at the doorstep of one of the most dynamic industrial development zones in Borneo, handling oil &gas related industries, as well as timber based and palm oil products. Originally a sleepy Melanau fishing village, Bintulu is
nowadays Sarawak’s main industrial town and principal deep-water port. The town is located 18km away from the port, at
the mouth of the Kemena River and has a population of approximately 180,000, made up primarily of Ibans, Chinese, Malays
and Melanaus, with a smattering of Bisayas, Kedayans, Bidayuhs, Orang Ulus and a large expatriate contingent.
Highlights include a visit to the Kuan Yin temple, a stroll down main street and the Pasar Utama market which sells fish,
vegetables and fruit as well as local handicrafts.
Similajau National park
Transfer by air conditioned motor coach
Minimum 15 participants maximum 90
Duration 4h00
€99
Situated in Bintulu Division (about 30km from Bintulu Town) the national park is a recreation ground for the inhabitants ofthe central region of Sarawak. It has one of the most beautiful coastal areas in Sarawak with miles of unspoiled sandy androcky beaches facing the South China Sea. The territory consists of Beach, Kerangas forest and Mixed Dipterocarp Forest.
Plants include Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longisolia) known to be a powerful aphrodisiac and Bintangor trees (Barringtonia
Asiatica). The park boasts 24 Recorded species of mammals, such as gibbons, banded langurs and longtailed macaque. There
are 185 species of birds, hornbills and migratory water birds like Storm’s Stork, among others.
Similajau became an officially designated national park in 1976, to provide a conservation zone for the unique geographicalfeatures of the coast and to protect the flora and fauna of the surrounding area. The park covers an area of 8,996 hectares,
and the main trekking trail hugs the coast so that visitors are never far away from the main attractions of Similajau. Trailwalks depends on the weather and trail conditions at time of visit.
Treks start from the park HQ; you first cross the Sungei Likau suspension bridge to reach the plank walk over the mangroves,and then you can either follow the plank walk to the start of the main trail , or join a secondary trail via a wooden ladder.
The secondary trail joins the main trail near the junction for the Viewpoint Trail where scenic views await the visitor. Light
refreshments will be served.
30 minutes drive to Similajau National Park
After registration, visit of exhibition centre, safety briefing and the a two hour trek
The ground is mostly red soil, with uphill/downhill trails. Guests will also have to negotiate a suspension bridge and awooden plank walk during the trek.
Trek is classified as strenuous.

Bintulu city tour, temple & Market
By air-conditioned motor coach and on footMinimum 20 participants, maximum 60
Duration 3h30
€69
After a 45-minute transfer, you will be dropped at Bintulu Town for a stroll down main street where you can do some
shopping before visiting Bintulu Native Market for a visit and mingling with the locals. Tamu Bintulu offers items ranging
from local fruit & vegetables to jungle produce such as sago worms and native home-made specialties such as Belacan(shrimp paste) and local tobacco.
The Market is near the river bank and pier which are bustling with activity at certain hours of the day. You will also see theCouncil State Monument which commemorates Malaysia’s first legislative assembly which took place in 1867. It waserected to celebrate the centennial of the historical meeting between Charles Brooke, the second white Rajah of Sarawak, 5British officers and 16 local community chiefs which marked a new era in state affairs.
Highlights include a visit to the Kuan Yin Temple with its elaborate architecture and fortune telling.

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Miri, Sarawak
Miri is a dynamic resort city and the gateway to northern Sarawak. It is a melting pot of ethnic communities and boasts a
cosmopolitan population attracted by the flourishing oil industry.
Places of interest include the Tua Pek Kong temple, built by donations from the Chinese immigrant community in 1913 tomark the end of a mysterious and deadly epidemic, a handicraft centre and the Tau Muhibbah market.
The Miri Marina is about 2km away from the city centre.

Niah National Park
Transfer by air-conditioned motor coach and on footMinimum 15 participants, maximum 90
Late Light Lunch included
Duration 8 hours€110
Depart on a 1.5-hour journey to Niah National Park. Arrival at Park Headquarters will be followed by registration and a brief
tour of the Park information centre. You will then take a short boat ride across the river to the start of the Plank walk. The
plank walk is 3km long and leads to the main entrance of Niah Cave.
Niah Cave is famous for its edible swiftlet birds' nests which are to be found 300 ft from the ground. These birds' nests are
regularly collected and are a highly prized delicacy amongst the Chinese. Niah Cave was once a trading cave, where tradersfrom around the world came to trade their wares for the birds’ nests harvested by locals. The British naturalist Alfred Russel
Wallace visited the caves in 1855 during his exploration of the Malay Archipelago. You will go through Traders’ cave before
arriving at the great caves. Here you will explore the nearby area before heading back.
You will have time to visit Niah Archeological Museum before taking the short boat trip back to Niah Park Headquarters.
Miri national park is located 110 km from Miri (1h30 scenic drive)
Safety briefing on the coach before arrival at the park
After registration at the park entrance of the park there will be a short boat ride across the river (15 minutes)
You will have to take your shoes off to visit the museum
The walk to the cave is on a wooden platform with handrails. (approx. 3km altogether)
Late light Chinese lunch served in Niah town before returning to the ship – one bottle water per person is included

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Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
Brunei may be tiny, but it is one of the richest countries in the world. It is an Islamic Sultanate. Since gaining independence
from the UK in 1984, Brunei has gone from strength to strength. The country’s prosperity is displayed for all to see in its
capital city Bandar Seri Begawan, where grandiose mosques and extravagant buildings dominate the townscape, andtributes to the country's mega-rich sultan lie around every corner. It is also a city of contrasts as despite its flashyarchitecture, half the population lives in a floating 'water village' where houses, schools and restaurants are still built on
stilts. Bandar means "city" in the Malay language, while Seri Begawan is a royal title held by the sultan of Brunei's father. The
ship will be alongside in the port of Muara, 33 km from Bandar Seri Begawan.
Brunei Sultanate discovery tour
By air conditioned motor coach
Minimum 15 participants, no maximum
Duration 8 hours
Lunch included€115
Discover Brunei on this excursion through the capital of Bandar Seri Begawan located on the glistening Brunei river.
After a 45-minute transfer from the port, the tour will start with a one hour cruise in a covered wooden boat down theBrunei river to the mangrove forest of Pulau Ranggu island. The island is home to the elusive Proboscis monkey.
On Brunei river, you will explore Kampong Ayer “water village”, a series of colourful villages built on stilts and connected bywooden walkways. Here you will visit a local home for cakes and tea. Kampung Ayer is home to nearly half of the BSB
population. As well as thousands of residential homes, Kampung Ayer also has schools, restaurants, police and fire stations,and mosques — all on stilts. People get around — very carefully — on a series of interconnected walkways. Refreshments,
tea and cakes will be offered.
The drive through Bandar city features views of the beautiful Omar Ali Saifudden Mosque with its golden domed structure(photo stop) the building was completed in 1958 and named after the 28th Sultan Omar Ali Saifyddien. Omar Ali is known as
the architect of modern Brunei. Other sights include Istana Nural (His Majesty’s official residence and also the world’s
largest private residence (photo stop) , the mausoleum of Sultan Bolkiah, as well as a legislative council building, the prime
minister’s office, and the diamond arch . ..
The tour includes a visit to the Jame Asr Hassanal Bolkiah Mosque known as the Kiarong mosque. This imposing building wasbuilt to commemorate the 25th anniversary of His Majesty’s reign. To enter Jame Asri Hassanil Bolkiah mosque shoes must
be removed and conservative attire is mandatory; this means women must wear dresses that cover their knees, shoulders
and arms, and men must wear shirts and long trousers.
The tour will continue with a visit to the Royal Regalia museum, dedicated entirely to the Sultan and home to Brunei’s crown
Jewels. It was built in 1992 to commemorate the silver Jubilee of his Majesty, the Sultan Haji Hassanil Bolkiah’s ascension to
the throne in 1967. The museum houses artifacts from the sultan's coronation, royal carriage, sceptres, ceremonial
weapons, a replica of the Throne room as well as room after room of extravagant gifts bestowed on the Sultan by otherworld leaders.
Buffet lunch will be served in a local restaurant in the capital (Water, Coffee & Tea included
Guests must negotiate steep steps entering and exiting water taxis
The wooden walkway at Kampong Ayer water village has uneven surfaces.
Guests must remove their shoes before entering the Royal Regalia museum, cameras are not permitted in the museum
Plastic shoes are available for guests who want to use the toilets inside the museum. Many of the exhibits are replicas andthe crown jewels may be removed from the museum without notice.
Conservative dress is required for visiting mosques. women must wear skirts below the knee and cover their shoulders andarms – Men must wear a shirt and trousers. Shorts are not appropriate attire. Mosque are opened 8h/12- 14h-15h / 17h18h, closed at prayers time.
If the mosque is closed when you visit, you will be taken to an open air market instead
If it rains the boat tour to the water village will be replaced with a visit to the Malay Technological museum which has
displays showing boat making, metal works, cloth weaving, and the architectural styles favoured by different ethnic groups
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Pulau Tiga, Malaysia
Pulau Tiga is the largest of the three islands which make up Pulau Tiga National Park. The outstanding natural beauty of thepark , “untouched by human hand” made it the ideal back drop for the first episode of the famous TV programme « Survivor
Island ».
The islands were formed on September 21st 1897 when an earthquake on Mindanao caused a volcanic eruption near
Borneo. The last sign of volcanic activity was in 1941 but at the top of the island there are some little volcanoes spewing
forth mineral rich mud.
The islands will stir the latent “Robinson Crusoe” that lies at the heart of all adventurers, with vistas of luxuriant jungle,
white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. It is an island paradise surrounded by coral reefs teaming with marine life.

Nongsa Point marina, Indonesia
Kota Kinabalu to Singapore cruises only
Nongsa Point Marina & Resort is located on Batam island.
Situated across the water from Singapore, Nongsa Point might just as well be in a different world. This unique waterfront
resort built around a natural cove is a tropical oasis, a dream come true retreat for stressed out people in need of serious
rest and relaxation.
Deliciously fresh seafood, a spa offering massage and beauty rituals and world class golf courses and duty free shopping
nearby.
There is truly something for everyone.
Enjoy your day!

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Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The capital of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu (also referred to as 'KK' and formerly known as Jesselton), is a captivating blend ot Asianand European culture, with huge mosques, Filipino markets, British colonial architecture, Chinese restaurants andindigenous culture – including the museum’s collection of human skulls recalling Sabah’s headhunting history ….
The nearby beaches are some of Sabah’s best with powder white sand and aquamarine seas backed by wildlife-filled jungle.
Excursions offered only on Singapore to Kota Kinabalu itineraries
City tour ending at the airport(possibility to be dropped off in the city)
By minivan
Duration 3hours
Minimum 4 participants, maximum 6 per group€47
Start your tour from the Port with a scenic drive through its capital, Kota Kinabalu City, formerly known as “Singgahmata” or
the “the Place where the Eye Lingers”. See places of interests in the city centre such as the Wisma Tun Mustapha (Sabah
Foundation Building), City Mosque, Handicraft Bazaar, and the Sabah Museum which showcases the history and culture of
the indigenous people. Enjoy a brief stop along Signal Hill for an awesome bird’s eye view of the city skyline and nearby
islands, and a chance to stop at a handicraft market if time permits. Drop off in the city or airport.

Ethnic Borneo Tour
(possibility to be dropped off in the city)
By minivan
Duration 5 hours
Minimum 4 participants, maximum 6 per group
Lunch included€79
Ethnic Borneo Experience takes you to a village where you will learn about the tribal culture of this part of Borneo. Visit
traditionally constructed houses showing how their ancestors lived. Learn how vests are made from tree bark, sample a
local remedy and see some cake making. If you like, you can have a henna tattoo done as a souvenir of your visit. Discover
the real heart and soul of Borneo . The visit ends with a cultural performance and lunch before you are dropped off at thecity or airport.

STAR CLIPPERSSHORE EXCURSIONSSingapore
The first mention of Singapore comes from a Chinese manuscript dating from the third century where the island is called «Pu-Luo-Chung” which translates as “Island at the edge of the peninsula”. In the 14th century Singapore became part of thepowerful Sri Vijaya empire and was known rather appropriately as Temasek, or sea town. Singapore is located at the centre
of a maritime crossroads at the edge of the Malaysian Peninsula. It has always been a port of call and in its time has
welcomed: Chinese Junk ships, Indian vessels, Arab Feluccas, Portuguese Man-of-Wars and traditional Indonesian sailingships.
In the 14th century this strategically placed island got another name “Singa Pura”, the Lion City. It is said that a seafaring
prince, visiting the islands off the coast of Sumatra, got caught up in a violent storm and ended up at the mouth of theSingapore River. Once on land he saw a strange animal which he took to be a lion. As the lion was considered to be a sign ofgood fortune, he decided to name the island after the creature: Singa means lion in Malay, while Pura stands for City.
The British have also played a major role in Singapore’s history. In the 18th century, they realised the importance of theisland as a port of call where they could repair, restock and protect their fleet. The British empire was expanding, and theyneeded to stop their Dutch rivals from extending their influence. In January 1819 Sir Thomas Stamford Bingley Raffles
established a free trade port in Singapore. The success of his enterprise attracted merchants from all over Asia as well asfrom the United States and the Middle East. In 1819 there were 150 inhabitants in Singapore, and a mere five years later the
population swelled to 10.000. By 1832 Singapore had become the centre of government for three areas under British rule:Penang, Malacca and Singapore and in 1867 it became a Crown Colony.
In 1959 with the rise of Nationalism a more independent form of government was put in place and on August 9th, 1965
Singapore attained independent status.
Excursion offered only on Kota Kinabalu to Singapore itineraries.

Singapore City Tour
Transport by air-conditioned motor coach
Minimum 10 participants, no maximum
Duration 4h30
€64Tour ends at the airport(Possibility to be dropped off in the city centre)
This is an ideal first timer’s tour of Singapore, featuring many of the highlights of this dynamic island nation. We kick off witha drive to the heart of Old Singapore, passing St Andrew’s cathedral, city hall and Padang, formerly known as the Padang
Cricket Ground. You will get the opportunity to explore the historic Colonial district on foot and admire many imposing
buildings, a legacy of the British Empire. You will also see Singapore’s emblematic mascot, the Merlion, a mythical beast halffish and half lion, which stands guard by the harbour, welcoming visitors.
After leaving the port area, the coach tour will drive through the midst of this bustling city, passing Parliament House andthe historic buildings of the Colonial district before a stop at Esplanade Walk, the site of the Esplanade Theatre, Singapore’s
new landmark performing arts centre
Highlights of the City Tour include:
Little India with its tempting boutiques selling an array of spices, colourful saris, glittering jewellery, fresh flowers and otherexotic items
Thian Hock temple, the Temple of Heavenly Happiness, the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore. It was built in 1840 and isdedicated to Mazu the Sea goddess and Protectress of sailors. Immigrant sailors would gather here to give thanks for a safe
passage over the rough South China Sea. Notice the finely decorated beams and roof top dragons
China town with its quaint shops, and little alley ways. Step back in time and explore little streets lined with century oldhouses and shops selling food items and trinkets. You may also like to visit Sri Mariamman, the oldest Hindu temple on theisland.
Next stop on our City Tour is Mount Faber (107m/ 350ft high) which offers superb views of the city, harbour and outlying
islands. Mount Faber is linked to Sentosa island and the Singapore cruise centre by cable car.
The coach will then take you to the airport (arrival around 13h00/13h30)