Kota Kinabalu Highlights
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Port
Kota Kinabalu, Sabahlaem, Malaysia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$59
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah, is a beautiful city located by the sea. Capture an overview of the metropolitan area as you drive through town, passing major landmarks. Enjoy a short photo stop at the State & City Mosque and Tun Mustapha Tower -- the city’s tallest building.
Driving to the suburbs, your first stop is the Poh Toh Tze Temple, built in 1980 in traditional Chinese form. The complex is very colorful with numerous statues, including an enormous figure of Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy.
Borneo has 32 ethnic groups, and the Heritage Village provides an excellent summary of the people of North Borneo, from the architectural styles of their homes to their musical instruments and hunting equipment.
Complete your excursion with a visit to the handicraft market and mingle with the local people. This is an excellent place to pick up some bargain souvenirs before returning to the pier.
Notes:
Modest attire is required; knees, shoulders and midriffs must be covered. The State Museum main building is currently closed for renovation & the tour will only visit the Museum Heritage Village. Poh Toh Tze Temple visit as replacement to the Sabah Museum Main building closure.