Brunei Darussalam Today   is one of the oldest kingdoms in the region with a rich cultural and tradition rooted in Islam. Darussalam which means ‘Abode of Peace’ is thus befitting our small nation as we are all peace people. Brunei also an unspoiled tropical country situated on the Borneo Island with lots of interesting places awaiting to be explored and experienced. 

Apart from the beautiful beaches and serene green parks presenting in the most natural way, Brunei Darussalam is also rich in historical and cultural sites, e.g. the Royal Regalia Museum, the elegant Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, the extravagant Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, the National Museum, the Arts and Handicraft Centre, the Jerudong Park Playground and finally not forgetting the most famous Kampong Ayer - the water village. There are many exciting places to be discovered and experienced by yourselves throughout Brunei Darussalam.

 

BRUNEI DAY TOUR

Tour Code: BWN-01
Departure: Daily
Duration   : Full Day
(Minimum of 2 persons)

Depart by Mini / Coach from Miri it will takes 4 - 5 drive. Proceed to Kuala Baram and boarded into a ferry to across the Baram River. Then arrive at Sungai Tujuh - Malaysian Brunei border check point where immigration and customs formalities are taken care of. Another ferry to across the Belait River before you reach Kuala Belait town. From the town it will take 2 1/2 hours to reach Bandar Seri Begawan.

On the way to Bandar Seri Begawan you will be  passing through Kuala Belait Town, Seria Town and Oil & Gas Industries. Brunei City Tour - including Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, Brunei Museum, Malay Technology Museum, Arts and Handicraft Centre, Water Village, The Royal Regalia Building, Istana Nurul Iman and The Billionth Barrel Monument.

In the late afternoon, after sight seeing then return to Miri.

Item to bring :  International Passport
Please contact our tour office for details or through our online at twtmiri@po.jaring.my

Places Of Interest
Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

The largest and magnificent mosque in Negara Brunei Darussalam and a symbol of Islam firm hold in the country during His Majesty's reign. Visitor will have a chance to wander in the mosque for a closer look. The mosque are closed during the praying time.

  Brunei Museum

About 6.5km from Bandar Seri Begawan the architecturally pleasing building which houses the Brunei Museum. There are a variety of displays including a unique prized exhibit of Islam Art. The large private collection of elaborately glided Holy Koran is testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of the ancient calligraphers, among priced ceramic, glass, jewelry and carpet treasures. Other galleries in the Museum contain bronzes, Borneo Ethnography displays, a natural history section and an outline history of oil formation and production.

Opening Hours: 0900hrs - 1700hrs (Daily) 
Closing hours: MON 0930hrs - 1130hrs
FRI 1430hrs - 1700hrs

   Malay Technology Museum

Situated nearby the Brunei Museum, the Malay Technology. Museum offers the visitor an intriguing insight into the lifestyle of the Brunei in the days gone by. Focusing on the traditional house-building techniques and other aspects of Malay life, it shows the ingenuity of the former inhabitants in their utilization of the materials locally available. Authentically recreated ' 3 - D Exhibitions ' of boat makers, fishermen, metal workers and goldsmiths easily transport the visitors to traditional times-excellent for photographs.

OpeningHours: 0900hrs - 1700hrs (Daily)
Closing Hours: TUE 0900hrs - 1130hrs,
FRI 1430hrs - 1700hrs

Arts and Handicraft Centre

Situated along the Brunei River at Jalan Residency, traditional arts and crafts of Brunei Darussalam have been revived at this centre. Here traditional sarongs woven with gold or silver threads called ' Jong Sarat " are designed with intricate detail. Worn on ceremonial occasions for centuries, these sarongs are often valuable as heirlooms and collectors pieces. Hand tooled silver jewelry and ornaments such as the ornamental cannons or the snake-like dagger known as the "Keris" can be purchased from the centre handicraft shop.

Opening Hours:  0745hrs - 1215hrs (Daily)             1330hrs - 1630hrs                              0830hrs - 1400hrs (FRI & SUN)

Water Village Tour

Early European visitors to Brunei Darussalam described 'Kampung Ayer" or 'Water Village' as '7he Venice of the East'. Today visitors continue to be fascinated by these traditional and historic houses on stilts, which span the greater part of the Brunei River. Home for nearly 3O,OOO people Kampung Ayer is accessible by boat or wooden bridges near Bandar Seri Begawan. 7he government has provided every modern facility for the residents including schools, clinics, police stations and mosques.

 

 The Royal Regalia Building

Situated in the heart of Bandar Seri Begawan, the former Churchill Memorial Building has been renovated the Silver Jubilee of His Majesty's accession to the throne in 1992. 7he reconstructed building is a home to a collection of Royal Regalia, including the Royal Chariot, gold and silver ceremonial armor; the jewel encrusted crowns used during the coronation and a replica of the throne, which His Majesty uses for state occasions. 7his exhibitions is a fully documented history of the Constitution of Negara Brunei Darussalam.

Opening Hours: 0830hrs - 1700hrs (Daily)                    0900hrs - 1130hrs (FRI)                    1430hrs - 1700hrs (FRI)

  Istana Nurul Iman 

The most impressive site in Bandar Seri Begawan is His Majesty’s Royal Palace, known as Istana Nurul Iman. As the largest residential palace in the world. It's golden domed and expensive structure situated on the banks of the Brunei River. Perhaps the best view of the Istana is from the Persiaran Damuan, a park that has been created along the riverbank.
Opening Hours: Hari Raya Aidilfttri only.

 

 

The Billionth Barrel Monument

Brunei Shell Petroleum Company Limited to a local architect for the design commissioned this monument. It marks the billionth barrel production of oil in Seria oilfields. It stands along the beach wall, near to the site of the first oil well dug 60yrs ago the S - 1. The formal approach to the monument lies between straight rows of trees leading from an arched entrance. Around the area too are "noding donkeys" still in operation, pumping oil from hundreds of metres below. The monument is about 1-1/2 hrs drive from Bandar Seri Begawan.

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