Compare Berlin to Munich and Vienna Tour by Discovery Nomads vs Borneo: On the Trail of the Headhunters by Audley Travel
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| Duration | 7 days | 14 days |
| Price From | $ 1,417 | $ 3,994 |
| Price Per Day | $ 202 | $ 285 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Description |
See some of the best of Europe's grand old capitals as you make your way from funky Berlin to picturesque Munich and classic Vienna. Explore Berlin's Reichstag and the Brandenburg Gate, see highlights of Munich and discover the history of Neuschwanstein Castle, discover Schönbrunn Palace & enjoy Vienna City Tour. |
Visit the fascinating museums and wander the back streets in Kuching. Visit the Semenggok Orangutan Sanctuary. Spend the night in a native longhouse. Trek through the Mulu National Park jungle. Relax at the superb Shangri-La Rasa Ria. |
Day 1-3: Berlin
Accommodation: Ramada Accommodation Alexanderplatz or similar
Arrival at any time. On the 1st day there's no activities planned. On the next day explore all the major sights of Berlin on a walking tour, see the Checkpoint Charlie and the Brandenburg Gate, visit Museum Island and Reichstag.
Day 3-5: Munich
On Day 3 travel by train to fascinating Munich and go on a Walking Tour around the city with local guide. See the highlights of Munich's historic old town, stroll through the farmer's market with its delicacies, then visit the Munich Beer Hall and the most expensive shopping street in Germany. On the next day enjoy a trip through the beautiful Bavarian Alps to explore Neuschwanstein castle.
Day 5-7: Vienna
Accommodation: 25 Hours Vienna or similar
On Day 5 travel by train to Vienna. Enjoy a city tour of Vienna by bus, see the Museum of Applied Arts, Vienna State Opera, and the Museum of Art History, discover the museum quarter, the Hofburg Palace, the Austrian Parliament, and the Court Theater and enjoy a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace without the wait.
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Kuching.
Day 2 : Kuching
Arriving into Kuching you will be met and taken to your hotel in the heart of Kuching.This evening you might like to take a walk along the waterfront to try a local delicacy from one of the many street-food stalls.
Day 3 : Kuching
Get a taste of Kuching with a city walking tour with your guide learning about the history of the White Rajah's and the influence they had on Sarawak. Kuching means "cat" in Malay - you might spot a number of cat statues, and the cat museum, on your tour of the city.
Day 4 : Lemanak River
You're met by your driver and guide after breakfast and taken to the Lemanak River by road, stopping at Semenggok Orangutan Sanctuary for feeding time, a traditional market in Serian, a pepper farm and a local restaurant on the way. The final 40 minutes of your journey will be on the river, by longboat. On arrival at the Iban longhouse you will learn about the local customs, dine and dance with the families before bed.
Day 5 : Batang Ai
After breakfast, your guide will take you on a nature trail in the area surrounding the longhouse. You will also be given a blowpipe demonstration, which you are welcome to try for yourself. Weather permitting, lunch will be served on the riverbank where you also have the chance for a swim. Following lunch you will be transferred to the Batang Ai Hilton where you can relax and enjoy a hot shower. Your guide will take you on a nature walk in the area which includes a canopy walkway.
Day 6 : Kuching
You have a long day today as you are driven back to Kuching. Your driver will be able to stop along the way if you wish.On arrival in Kuching you have the rest of the day to relax. You might like to visit one of the evening markets where a range of handicraft products are sold.
Day 7 : Mulu National Park
Fly to Mulu today for your first taste of the sheer expanse of Borneo's rainforest. After checking-in to your jungle lodge you will head out to the show caves that the area is famous for. At dusk you will witness one of the most spectacular sights in Southeast Asia - the mass exodus of millions of bats.
Day 8 : Mulu National Park
Begin your journey through the rainforest with the first stop at Camp Five. Following the Headhunter's trail, your guide will be able to tell you the history of this well-journeyed trail. On route through the jungle you will see the fascinating flora and fauna that Borneo is famous for.This evening you will be camping with basic, but comfortable facilities.
Day 9 : Mulu National Park
Continue on through the stunning jungle scenery before reaching the village where you will spend the night at a local longhouse. The route is relatively flat, mainly due to the fact that Kayan headhunting parties used to drag their longboats with them.
Day 10 : Kota Kinabalu
You will journey down river to Limbang early today before taking a flight to Miri and on to Kota Kinabalu. Here you will be met and taken to the excellent Shangri-La Rasa Ria, for a well earned rest. Evening at leisure. The hotel has a number of different restaurants to try this evening, as well as a well-stocked bar.
Day 11 : Kota Kinabalu
Full day at leisure. Your hotel is on a 3km (1.9 mile) stretch of private beach. You might like to take a walk, or enjoy the large swimming pool and spa.
Day 12 : Kota Kinabalu
Second day to enjoy the facilities of the hotel. There are a number of excursions available to enjoy at your hotel including horse riding, golf, yoga and cooking lessons. There are also daily walks into the surrounding jungle.
Day 13 : International return flight
A final day to relax before your transfer back to Kota Kinabalu for your flight home.
Day 14 : International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
