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Private Bandar Heritage & Water Village Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Kampong Jerudong, Brunei
Great choice
5+ bookings last month.
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Take a day to explore Bandar on this private tour. Avoid the crowds and get to know the city with your own personal guide. Visit local landmarks, shops and discover local life. Take a boat ride across the water and take in the picturesque scenery. Arrive at a local house and enjoy a light refreshment.
  • Hotel pick up is available, including from Brunei International Airport
  • A private tour means a personalized experience
  • Travel in comfort, with air-conditioning and bottled water
  • Lunch is included, so need to worry about packing your own

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Boat ride and visit to a local house with light refreshment
  • Life Jacket
  • All tour related expenses are included

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    # All travel agencies in Brunei mandate a minimum of two people for tour to proceed, meaning solo traveler will pay TWICE the amount. # This tour is NOT APPLICABLE for pickup from the Cruiseship Terminal, Muara Port.

    Itinerary

    1

    Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    2

    Istana Nurul Iman

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    3

    Royal Regalia Museum

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    4

    Brunei Arts and Handicraft Training Centre

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    5

    Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha Bridge

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    6

    Kampong Ayer - Venice of East

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    7

    Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    8

    Tamu Kianggeh

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    9

    Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 18 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Good overview of Brunei

    Mara_B, Mar 2026
    There are a lot of ‘photo stops’ only - but that was as expected and well indicated in the outline. Our tour guide Fendi was very lovely and very knowledgeable. It was nice to have the guide in the museum to give context to what we were seeing.

    Take the tour!

    Diana_P, Sep 2025
    I’m so glad I took this tour because it was a great way to be introduced to Brunei. My guide, Fendy, was knowledgeable, kind and fun to be around and learn from. Plus he patiently answered all of my questions. I would highly recommend this tour.

    Highly recommended tour, to view the lovely architecture and scenery in the Brunei River and the Water Village

    CHARLES_D, Jul 2025
    I am so glad I took this tour, which was the best possible introduction to this lovely country in northern Borneo. My tour guide was Mohammad Effendi, who customized the trip to my preferences. We visited 3 spectacular mosques: the Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, the Ash Shaliheen Mosque, which reminded me of the mezquita in Córdoba, Spain, and the Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Mosque. We also went to the Kianggeh Market, and saw the Royal Palace (Istana Nurul Iman) from the gate, and the tour also included a very picturesque boat cruise to the Water Village (Kampong Ayer).

    Great tour of Brunei’s highlights.

    Michael_H, May 2025
    Enjoyable tour of Brunei’s important sites. Water village is not to be missed, a very unique feature of Brunei. Recommend combining this tour with the proboscis monkey river tour to get a full scope of Brunei.

    A comprehensive city tour

    Gayathri_M, Mar 2025
    This was a well planned tour. We got to cover most of the sights in an efficient manner and without feeling rushed. The tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. The ride was comfortable. Water village is must visit. A good tour for a quick immersion.

    Response from Host, Mar 2025

    Thank you for your kind comments and thank you for visiting Brunei as part of your holiday destination.

    Great guide!

    Farhana_Z, Dec 2024
    Our guide, Fendy not only brought us to many places of interests, he also shares the history of Brunei and culture of its people. I was in awe of the 2 majestic mosques.

    Great full day tour

    Sandie_V, Oct 2024
    Gandi was an excellent guide with extensive knowledge of his country to share with us. He loved our visit to the market, two Mosques, the Royal Museum and boat tour and visit to the water village. Visiting a water village home was special, ended with a great lunch.

    Fantastic

    Angelo_T, Oct 2023
    I loved everything I saw. So interesting and lovely, friendly and helpful people allover. Also the food at a local restaurant was delicious

    Brunei introduction

    Douglas_S, May 2023
    Great driver and guide - helped with also being a photographer!! Full of information regarding all the places of interest and maintained good conversation on our questions - well done Fendi. Made a good trip even better. See also comment on night tour.

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