Kuching Heritage Highlights Walking Private Tour
Joined 2025
Enjoy a half-day tour with me through the still-standing heritage sites surrounding Kuching Waterfront, with stories that started all the way back to 1800s. Along the way, you will get to see Astana, Fort Margherita, Old Courthouse, India Street, Open Air Market, Kuching city Mosque, Carpenter Street, Tua Pek Kong temple. Walk through the different streets showcasing different cultures blended harmoniously and try out delightful snacks available as we explore.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Kuching Watefront Esplanade
- Meet up at Esplanade facing Darul Hana Bridge, easily known as Golden 'S' Bridge. At this location, you will get to see the Astana, Square Tower, The Old Court House Kuching, Fort Margherita and trading streets which has been main local point since the 1800s. They blend nicely with modern buildings such as Floating India Mosque, Sarawak Legislative Building, The Waterfront Hotel and Plaza Merdeka Shopping Mall.
Open Air Market
Walk to this point through India Street and Gambier Street to uncover stories of how Open Air Market comes to being. Witness the grand-looking Kuching City Mosque, stroll through old hidden lane of India Mosque and stop by mural paintings around Electra House.
Harmony Arch Carpenter Street
Walk through Kai Joo Lane and Plaza Merdeka Mall, passing by General Post Office, Pavilion, and Round Tower to reach Carpenter Street. This trading street has long history among early Chinese communities with multiple temples erected by different dialects among these communities. Explore this bustling street while trying out snacks and drinks.
Chinese Heritage Museum
Facing another famous landmark of Tua Pek Kong Temple, we will discover together the history of Chinese communities arrival to Kuching in the museum. Tour will end after the visiting this museum.
Ending Point
Chinese Heritage Museum
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee,
Snacks and drinks.
Personal expenses
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes and hat/cap.
We will try some food and drinks, so please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Important message from the supplier
I'm located in Kuching, Sarawak. Arrangement for other areas within Sarawak is possible if you book much earlier. You may have to arrange your own flight arrangement, if required for other areas within Sarawak.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Abbie H.
I'm a native Bidayuh indigenous lady from Kuching, Sarawak, East Malaysia, Borneo. I'm also a licensed tour guide registered under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia. I have been passionate about sharing the unique culture and natural beauty of my hometown, Kuching and Sarawak as a whole - exploring hidden nature spots while contributing to the local community. You will also get to taste local food, visiting heritage spots and do activities related to your interest as long as your time permits.
$88/ per group