Kinabalu Peaks & Tea Gardens
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Discover the highlands and coastline of Sabah on this 5-day tour from Kota Kinabalu. Begin with a sunset dinner cruise along the coast, complete with a buffet and live music. From here, cross the historic Tamparuli suspension bridge, browse the market at Nabalu, and meet the cattle at Desa Cow Farm. The tour continues to Kinabalu National Park, followed by a canopy treetop walk and a soak in the hot springs at Poring, before settling into the Sabah Tea Garden estate. The tour concludes with a tea plantation tour, a fish spa, and the return to Kota Kinabalu.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
Kota KinabaluEnds
Kota KinabaluMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Malaysia that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Country
MalaysiaMeals Included
Breakfast: 4, Lunch: 3, Dinner: 3Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max shared sightseeing with others
Min 2 / Max shared sightseeing with others
Trip Type
Group Tours
Travel Style
Worldwide Touring
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
These ratings are a general guide and may vary from tour to tour.
Tour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Group Size
Min 2 / Max shared sightseeing with othersRange
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Group ToursPassengers
€2,430.00
€1,215.00
Tour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Kota Kinabalu Arrival & South China Sea Sunset Dinner Cruise
Once you have arrived in Kota Kinabalu, you are transferred to your accommodation to check in and relax.
Later, you head to Sutera Harbour Marina Jetty for an evening aboard the North Borneo Cruise. You sail along the South China Sea, passing islands and water villages, with the choice of soaking up sunset views from the upper deck or enjoying live music and a buffet dinner in the cosy, air-conditioned dining deck below.
You then return to the jetty and are transferred back to your accommodation for the night.
Day 2 - Tamparuli Bridge, Nabalu Market & Desa Cow Farm
After breakfast, you journey to Tamparuli Town to cross the famed Jambatan Tamparuli suspension bridge, celebrated in local folklore. You continue to Nabalu Market for local produce and handicrafts, set against a backdrop of Mount Kinabalu.
At Desa Cow Farm, often called "Little New Zealand of Sabah," you meet Holstein Friesian cows, feed the calves, and sample fresh dairy products such as yoghurt and gelato, from a farm producing around 150,000 litres of milk each month.
Day 3 - Kinabalu National Park, Poring Hot Springs, Canopy Walk & Sabah Tea Garden
After breakfast, you check out and continue to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of the Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark, a biodiversity hotspot with around 4,500 plant species, including endemic orchids.
Afterwards, you unwind at Poring Hot Springs, soaking in Japanese-inspired mineral pools, or refreshing in a nearby cold pool. A short hike leads you to the Canopy Treetop Walk, elevated 30 metres above the ground.
Later, you check in to your cottage at Sabah Tea Garden for an evening surrounded by tea estates and views towards Mount Kinabalu.
Day 4 - Sabah Tea Plantation & Factory Tour, Fish Spa & Kota Kinabalu Return
After breakfast, you explore Sabah Tea Garden's organic tea plantation and factory, learning about tea cultivation from harvest through to packaging amid tranquil scenery and birdsong.
Following check-out, you head to a nearby fish spa, where local fish gently remove dead skin from your feet, leaving them soft and refreshed. The day concludes with a scenic 3-hour transfer back to Kota Kinabalu, where you check in for the night.
Day 5 - Checkout & Kota Kinabalu Airport Departure
After breakfast, you check out and transfer to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for your departure, bringing your tour of Sabah to a close.
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers or anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.
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