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A boat with people wearing life jackets. 1
A mosque with a large dome and four minarets, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden. 2
Two people sitting at a table with food and drinks. 3
A lobby with a patterned carpet, a woman taking a photo, and a woman walking. 4
A building with a sign that reads 'MUZIUM ALAM ROYAL SALTAN MUSA' in gold lettering. 5
By Bruneian Guide

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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$35 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • This recommended comprehensive city and Water Village tour offers a deeper insight into the fascinating nation of Brunei Darussalam. Discover the highlights of the capital with photo-stop opportunities and visits to many of Brunei’s most interesting and significant places.

    The tour also includes a scenic cruise through Kampong Ayer, Brunei’s traditional Water Village, where you can experience the unique lifestyle, culture, and heritage of the communities living along the waterways.

    A wonderful way to explore Brunei’s history, culture, and local way of life, all in one memorable tour.

Activity location

  • Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
    • Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Kiulap
    • Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
    • Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Kiulap
    • Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam

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Cruise Ship Excursion Fee in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • Opening hours: Sun 8:00 am-1:00 pm
  • English

Return transfer
Duration: 1 hour: Tour duration will be extended around 1 hour or more to accommodate the return transfer to the port.
Bus: Air-conditioned 22, 33, and 45-seater buses (Depends on size of group).
Permit: Brunei Maritime & Port Authority
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$34.56 x 1 AdultNZ$34.56
Total
Price is NZ$34.56

Private Bandar Heritage & Water Village Tour in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00 am-1:00 pm
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
NZ$439.52 x 1 AdultNZ$439.52
Total
Price is NZ$439.52

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    A bottle of water per person.
  • Inclusions
    Museum entrance fee.
  • Inclusions
    Visit to a local Water Village house including light refreshment.
  • Inclusions
    Private tour with pick-up available from hotels and the airport only.
  • Inclusions
    Boat ride and life jacket provided.
  • Inclusions
    Licenced tourist guide with air-conditioned transport.
  • Exclusions
    Not applicable for cruiseship. Additional service fee applies for pick-up and permit (Min 8 people).
  • Exclusions
    Travel Insurance
  • Exclusions
    Expences of personal nature.

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

  • 30m
Visit and photostop at the Jame Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, Brunei's largest mosque. A fine example of modern Islamic architecture, built to celebrate the 25th year of the current sultan's reign. (Close every Friday and on religious holidays and events)

Istana Nurul Iman

  • 15m
Photo stop at Istana Nurul Iman main enterance, the official residence of the Sultan of Brunei, the world's largest residential palace.

Royal Regalia Museum

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit Royal Regalia Museum, which houses the regalia used during the coronation, as well exhibits related to commemorate the Silver Jubliee of HM the Sultan of Brunei.

Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha Bridge

  • 15m
Photostop at RIPAS Bridge named after Her Majesty the Queen is an iconic part of the capital's skyline. The bridge was offically opened on 14th Oct 2017, marks yet another milestone in His Majesty's the Sultan 50-year reign. The 750-metre landmark bridge is the world’s second longest single-pylon cable-stayed bridge.

Brunei Arts and Handicraft Training Centre

  • 30m
Brunei Arts and Handicrafts Training Centre was officially opened on 1st Jan 1984 in conjunction with the Brunei independence. This was the landmark in the history of the development of Brunei arts and handicrafts. At the Centre, on exhibits are the tradition of fine arts and crafts stretches back more than five hundred years of Brunei’s history.

Kampong Ayer - Venice of East

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Boat ride along the historical Kampong Ayer is regarded as the largest Water Village settlement in the world. The centuries-old Kampong Ayer is dubbed as "Venice of the East" by Venetian Antonio Pigafetta who sail to Brunei with Ferdinand Magellan's flagship "Victoria" in 1521. Visit a local house with light refreshment.

Tamu Kianggeh

  • 15m
Stop at the Kianggeh market located at the banks Kianggeh River. Popular with locals wherr traditional handy craft, ornaments, herbs spices, driedfood as well as fresh veggies and fruits are sold.

Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah

  • 15m
Photostop at the impressive Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hasannal Bolkiah. The modern and iconic Islamic architecture open its doors on 12th Oct 2019

Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Brunei

  • 30m
Photo stop from The Frame and visit Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, the iconic landmark in the capital city. The elegant mosque was offically opened on 26th Sept 1958 and a symbol of the Islamic faith in the country. Declared by most to be the most beautiful mosque in the region. (Close for visitors every Thursday and Friday)

Location

Activity location

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    Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
    • Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Kiulap
    • Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
    • Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Kiulap
    • Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam

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