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Easy Going Kuching - Kuching travel starter packKuching, which actually means 'cat' in Bahasa Malayu, is also known as 'Cat City'. This enchanting city is a wonderful place to spend a day or two and perfect as a starting point for travel in Sarawak. When you book a Kuching travel starter pack, we'll take care of your transfer to and from the airport and we'll also make arrangements for hotel accommodation for the first 2 nights of your stay. Which hotel you stay at is up to you; choose from hotels in prime locations, ranging from a mid-class hotel to a five star hotel with swimming pool.Kuching has a very lively waterfront, perfect for long leisurely strolls or people watching. This is 'the' place to be to meet people in Kuching and there are plenty of opportunities here to get a light snack or perhaps even a sit-down meal. Traditional taxi boats, with colourful adverts on them, will take you across Sarawak River where you'll have an even better view of the city. While in Kuching you can also visit one of the city's Chinese temples, get a taste of local culture in the famous Sarawak Museum or visit endearing orang-utans. |
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This hotel is ideally located in the centre of Kuching. Round the corner you'll find several small restaurants where you can order a traditional Malaysian roti and a fresh lemon juice. There's also a Chinese temple nearby with a big dragon guarding the entrance. Just walk in and take a look around if you've got some time to spare. The hotel has views across the city and the jungle in the distance. The higher up you room, the better the view. |
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modern city hotel in centre of Kuching |
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from $109 per person - minimum 2 people | Includes: |
accommodation with breakfast, private airport transfer |
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Start your Borneo trip in style in this luxury palace hotel in the centre of Kuching. This hotel is the oldest in Kuching and oozes colonial elegance, from the huge Victorian clock at the entrance to the marble floors, chandeliers and teak furniture. You can see the hotel tower from miles away. The hotel is surrounded by tropical landscaped gardens and is just minutes away from the restaurants and shops. |
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3 days / 2 nights |
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modern colonial style hotel in centre of Kuching |
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from $169 per person - minimum 2 people | Includes: |
accommodation with breakfast, private airport transfer |
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private airport transfer |
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other meals |
TipsRestaurantsKhatulistiwa Café: located at the waterfront, across from the Crowne Plaza Hotel. This café is open 24 hours a day and provides you with a magnificent view of the waterfront. Its local cuisine is very tasty, but you can also enjoy western cuisine here as well. Starting at around 11pm, the 2nd floor becomes a disco for those who want to kick up their heels on the dance floor. Aunt Mary's Kitchen: small, modest restaurant located just before China Street at the Main Bazaar. An absolute must if you would like to enjoy a typical Malaysian breakfast, 'Laksa Mee'. This restaurants prices will keep you coming back for more. Water taxi A water taxi is also known as a Sampan or Perahu Tambang by the locals. This is the ideal way to see the city in a relaxing way while sailing calmly on the water. You can rent a boat and skipper for less than $20 at the waterfront. |
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Tua Pek Kong Temple This oldest Chinese temple in Kuching is also known as Siew San Teng by locals. Afterwards head east until you reach Jalan (=street) Padungan to visit the most beautiful traditional Chinese tea and coffee houses in Kuching. Hian Tien Shian Tee Temple This temple is located on the intersection of Jalan Carpenter and Jalang Wayang. It's also known as the Hong San Temple and the God Kuek Seng is worshipped here. This god is known to grant all of the wishes of those who come to worship him. |
Local attractionsThe Sarawak MuseumWant to know more about Borneo's culture and heritage while on your Kuching travel starter pack? Then we recommend a visit to the Sarawak Museum. This fascinating museum is opened daily from 9am to 5pm. Click here for more information about the Sarawak Museum. Semenggoh Orang Utan Sanctuary Did you miss Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary on Sabah? Then here's another chance to get up close and personal with these endearing primates at the Semenggoh Orang-utan Sanctuary. It's located an hour away from the city centre and is open daily from 8am to 12:45 and from 2pm to 16:15. You can book a tour with one of the travel agencies in the city or if you want to visit it on your own catch bus number six at the Ban Hock Wharf, on Jawa Street or at the bus stop across from the post office on Jalang Tun Haji Openg. Ask the bus driver to stop at Semenggoh. It stops in front of the Sanctuary entrance. If you prefer, you can also take taxi cab for about $12. |
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