General

Kota Kinabalu has obviously significant shopping centres just as shopping zones that you find in numerous other Asian urban communities, the greater part of them situated at the central avenues of the city. In any case, there are likewise advertises that vibe certifiable and legitimate, similar to the urban Gaya Street Fair that begins every Sunday.

Itinerary
Hotel & Price
Inclusion & Exclusion
Itinerary

Kota Kinabalu has obviously significant shopping centres just as shopping zones that you find in numerous other Asian urban communities, the greater part of them situated at the central avenues of the city. In any case, there are likewise advertises that vibe certifiable and legitimate, similar to the urban Gaya Street Fair that begins every Sunday.

 

DATE VALIDITY: 31 March 2024
NO. OF PAX: Minimum 2 pax

DAY 1 KOTA KINABALU / RUMAH TERBALIK / JAMBATAN TAMPARULI / PEKAN NABALU / KUNDASANG                                                                                                                           (D)

Upon arrival at KKIA, meet and greet and transfer approximately 2hrs drive to Kundasang. En-route stop at “Rumah Terbalik” (which translates to “Upside Down House”). Proceed to Jambatan Tamparuli, Pekan Nabalu, Kinabalu Park the World Heritage Site with incredible mega bio-diversity of flora and fauna, a heaven for nature enthusiasts. Enjoy a guided nature trail amongst the many trails in the park before drop off at your hotel in Kundasang for dinner and overnight at Kinabalu Pine Resort (or similar)

DAY 2 KUNDASANG / PORING HOTSPRING / DESA FARM / KUNDASANG  (B/L/D)

After breakfast and transfer to Hot Spring tour which offers visitor the opportunity for an invigorating dip into its hot sulphur springs. For a closer look at nature, take the 41m high canopy walk which offers a spectacular view of the Borneo Rainforest flora and fauna. Depart from Poring to Desa Dairy Farm – located at the foothill of Mt.Kinabalu, at the mesilau plateau, Kundasang, Ranau. Desa Dairy Farm provides good education to understand how fresh milk is being processed from raw to finish product. The best time to visit the farm is around 2.30pm as milking session starting at 3pm everyday. You can see all the cows are lining up waiting for milking. Return to hotel overnight at Kinabalu Pine Resort (or similar)

DAY 3 KUNDASANG / MARI-MARI / KOTA KINABALU  (B/L/D)

After breakfast, check out and return to Kota Kinabalu. Proceed to Mari-Mari Cultural Village for 2pm show. The village is located about 25 minutes away from the city. Journey will take you to long roads surrounded by a rich spectrum of greenery and overarched by wild blue skies. In the village, the colors of cultural diversity are not an issue but rather our pride, where you can savor the soul of Sabah. Upon arrival at the entrance of the village, you will be ushered to the warmth of different homes of the ethnicities of Sabah. Each home was built by descendants of the tribes they represent and offer you a truly genuine experience seeing everything in and around the village lends to its magical powers of taking you back in time. Not only does this village portray these tribes through the architectural genius of their traditional houses, but also through a range of simulated lives of the olden epoch by the residents of the village. Acquaint yourself with each tribe as they let you come into their house and their simple yet intricate lives. Transfer for dinner at a local restaurant. overnight at city hotel/resort

DAY 4 MANUKAN / SAPI ISLAND EXCURSION (B/L/D)
0900hr
- Pick up from hotel lobby and transfer to jetty.
0930hr - Board boat for about 10-15minutes to Manukan Island. Free to swim and snorkel on your own. Spend designated time at Manukan and hop boat to Sapi Island - popularly known of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park's island being the popular for snorkeling. Spend the day for your own leisure: swimming, snorkeling and just laze yourself or suntan at the white sandy beach. Short and simple trails are available for your own option if you wish. A sumptuous BBQ will be served for you to enjoy your lunch on the island. After lunch, continue your free leisure.
1500 hr - Standby at the island jetty for departure. Note: Recommended items to bring: insect repellent, drinking water, hat, sun block, camera or video, swim wear, towel and good walking shoes or sandals. Evening, transfer for dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at city hotel/resort

DAY 5
DEPARTURE (B)

- Breakfast at hotel. Free at leisure till departure.

Hotel & Price

COST PER PAX (MYR)

HOTEL

ROOM TYPE

2-3 PAX

4-6 PAX

7-9 PAX

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

GAYA CENTRE HOTEL 3

SUPERIOR

1880

1840

1800

500

DREAMTEL HOTEL 3*

SUPERIOR

1910

1860

1830

520

HOTEL SHANGRILA 3*

DELUXE

1950

1920

1900

550

THE KLAGAN 3*

ROH

2010

1990

1960

610

PROMENADE HOTEL KK 4*

SUPERIOR

1990

1940

1900

600

HORIZON HOTEL 4*

SUPERIOR

2100

2070

2040

690

GRANDIS HOTEL 4*

SUPERIOR

2210

2180

2150

810

NEXUS RESORT 5*

BORNEO GARDEN

2430

2340

2280

1020

 

 

·         Hotel

Peak Season Rates     (add on per room/ nt):

Peak Period (both dates inclusive):

Gaya Centre Hotel

-

 

Dreamtel Hotel

RM 40.00

25 Jul-31 Aug 23, 01-07 Oct 23, 24 Dec 23-01 Jan 24, 08-14 Feb 24

Hotel Shangrila

RM 60.00

25 Jul-31 Aug 23, 02-08 Oct 23, 23 Dec 23-01 Jan 24, 08-14 Feb 24

The Klagan Hotel

RM 70.00

15 Jul-31 Aug 23, 22 Dec 23-01 Jan 24,

07-14 Feb 24

Promenade Hotel

RM 90.00

15 Jul-31 Aug 23, 29 Sep-07 Oct 23, 08-14 Feb 24

Horizon Hotel

RM 110.00

15 Jul-31 Aug 23, 29 Sep-06 Oct 23, 20 Dec 23-01 Jan 24,

08-14 Feb 24

Grandis Hotel

RM 140.00

15 Jul-31 Aug 23, 30 Sep-07 Oct 23, 22 Dec 23-01 Jan 24, 09-15 Feb 24

Nexus Resort

RM 160.00

15 Jul-31 Aug 23, 29 Sep-06 Oct 23, 20 Dec 23-01 Jan 24, 08-14 Feb 24

Inclusion & Exclusion

INCLUDED

  • Return airport transfer
  • 4 nights’ hotel accommodation
  • Meals based on program
  • Tours as program on SIC Basis & qualified English/Malay
  • Entrance fee where applicable
  • Qualified English/Malay speaking guide
  • & Complimentary Hygiene Kit

 

EXCLUDED

  • Domestic flight
  • Hotel high season surcharge & room upgrades
  • Items of personal nature such as phone calls, pay movies, room services, mini bars, laundries or other expenditures during the duration of tour
  • Driver & guide tipping (MYR15 per guest)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Items not mentioned as above.

NOTES

  • Tourism Tax – MYR10 per room per night (payable at the hotel).
  • Rates for CWB: 80%, CNB: 60%.
  • Child age policy: 2- 11 years old, below 2 years old FOC
  • 2 – 14 pax: To add 50% for PVT Basis requirement (all boat transfers are on SIC basis)
  • 15 pax and above: Will be upgraded to PVT Basis at no extra cost (all boat transfers are on SIC basis)
  • Surcharge Rates
  • TERMS & CONDITIONS

    1. Rates quoted strictly for minimum number of persons as per request above, if less or any reduce no of person the rate will be different.
    2. This is only a quotation, no reservation has been made until we receive your written acceptance of the quotation and deposit to secure the quotation rates.
    3. Price is subject to any surcharge including peak season surcharge / weekend / public holiday surcharge.
    4. Confirmation is subject to availability of both hotels / land transfer arrangements.
    5. Deposit of 50% is required upon booking confirmation and final payment to be paid in full one month before arrival.
    6. Change of travel date is allowed and has to be made 2 weeks prior to check-in date and is subject to room availability.
    7. Cancellation procedure:
    8. Travel arrangements for any member of the party may be cancelled at any time by written notice by the person who made the booking.
    9. Please note the following:

    If notice of cancellation is received by Star Travel more than 30 days prior to the guided holiday departure date, 20% will be retained along for Star Travel’s Cancellation Fee Waiver payment.

    1. If full payment is not received one month prior to arrival date, Star Travel has the right to cancel your reservation. Star Travel will not be responsible for lost reservations.
    2. If a person in a party cancels and there is a room change caused by this cancellation (such as Twin to Single), charges for the new room type will be the responsibility of the remaining party.

    No of Days

    Penalty

    30 days and over

    20%

    29 – 15 days

    30%

    14 - 8 days

    50%

    7- 1 days

    75%

    Arrival day/ No Show

    100%

     

    Early return expenses are the guest’s responsibility. There is no refund for absence or early departure from a guided holiday.

     

  • Illness or Absence