Private Bandar Highlight Tour

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About this activity

This city tour offers a wonderful introduction to Brunei Darussalam, taking you through the heart of the capital city, Bandar Seri Begawan. Along the way, enjoy scenic drives with photo-stop opportunities and visit some of Brunei’s most interesting and notable attractions.

Discover the highlights of the capital while gaining an insight into Brunei’s unique culture, heritage, and way of life.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: Malay, English
Operated by: Bruneian Guide

Ages: Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: A bottle of water per person.
Included: Museum entrance fee.
Included: Private tour with pick-up available from hotels and the airport only.
Included: Licenced tourist guide with air-conditioned transportation.

Not included

Not included: This tour is not applicable for pickup from the Muara Port
Not included: Travel Insurance.
Not included: Expences of personal nature.
Not included: An additional service fee applies for pick-up and permit arrangements at Muara Port (Min 10 people)

Itinerary

Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

30 min

Visit and photostop at Brunei's largest mosque, Jame Asr Hassanil Bolkiah. A fine example of modern Islamic architecture.

Inaugurated on 14th July 1994 in conjunction with His Majesty's 48th birthday celebration.

One of the two main mosques in Brunei, the other being Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque.

(Close for visitors every Thursday and Friday.)
Istana Nurul Iman

15 min

Photostop at the main enterance of Istana Nurul Iman. The official residence of His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei. The world's largest residential palace and the seat of the Brunei government.

HM Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah uses the palace to host foreign leaders and for all the state functions of the government of Brunei.
Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

30 min

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.)
Kampong Ayer - Venice of East

15 min

Photostop at RIPAS Bridge overlooking the historical Kampong Ayer. 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.
Royal Regalia Museum

30 min Admission included

Visit the Royal Regalia Museum, officially opened on 30th Sept 1992 to mark 25 years of His Majesty's the Sultan accession to the throne.

The architectural design of the museum takes into account the characteristic concept of the Malay Islamic Monarchy.

It houses the royal regalias and royal custums used during the coronation, as well exhibits related to commemorate the Silver Jubliee of HM the Sultan of Brunei.

(#Photos are allowed at the main gallery area only.

#Close every Friday and Sunday.)
Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha Bridge

15 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Brunei Intl Airport
Higher Hotel
Times Hotel
The Brunei Hotel
The Centrepoint Hotel
The Rizqun International Hotel
Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam
The Empire Brunei
Wafa Hotel And Apartment
J Hotel
Al Afiah Hotel
The Capital Residence Suites

and 2 more pickup points

GENERAL INFORMATION

# Tours offered are NOT APPLICABLE for pickup from the Brunei Cruiseship Centre, Muara Port.

# Cruise ship shore excursions will be CONSIDERED for groups of a minimum of 10 persons. An additional service charge will apply to the arrangements.

# REQUIRED a minimum of two people for any tour to proceed, meaning solo traveler will pay twice the amount.

# Any last-minute tour booking (under 36hrs) will DEPEND on the availability of guides, which is primarily due to tours booked in advance (weeks or months prior), however full refund will be given for cancellation.

# Mosques MIGHT be closed to visitors due to unforeseen circumstances (Religious activities held at mosques).

# For SAFETY REASONS, we will not proceed with a tour due to heavy rain, thunderstorm or bad weather. Full refund for the cancellation (Proboscis Monkey/Firefly tour).

# On VERY RARE situation there might be others joining during the Proboscis Monkey/Water Village tour due to tight boat schedule (Boat ride & house visit).

# Tour timing MIGHT be less than or exceeds the schedule tour time frame.

Thank you for your kind understanding.