Meet on arrival at Kuching International Airport and transfer to hotel for check in. Free day to explore the city at your own pace. Nestled on the banks of the Sarawak River, Kuching retains much of the old-world charm of its romantic past. Stroll along the European-style esplanade – The Kuching Waterfront – with views across to the majestic Astana (the palace) and Fort Margherita. Discover hidden treasures as you wander the narrow, bustling streets crammed with ornate temples, markets, historic buildings and traditional Chinese shophouses selling local handicrafts and local delicacies.

At 09:00hrs, depart Kuching for 4½ hours leisure drive to the Batang Ai Jetty for Batang Ai river.  There will be three stopovers along the route: - Serian - a predominantly Dayak trading town, Chinese farm house to see how pepper and cocoa are grown and at Lachau for lunch.  The journey passes through scenic countryside of rice fields, rubber, cocoa, pepper and oil palm plantations, which intermingle with luxuriant tropical rainforest, rivers and mountain ranges.  Upon arrival at the river jetty, proceed by motorized longboat for about 45 minutes, crossing the Batang Ai Lake, passing through scenic views, rice fields and fish farms to reach Mengiling Longhouse.  Proceed to the longhouse for a warm welcome. Tour the longhouse, watch the natives at work such as making mats, baskets, handicrafts and mending fish nets.   Join the natives in their daily chores - feeding their livestock, washing clothes etc and enjoy a swim in the floating swimming pool.   After dinner, socialize with the longhouse dwellers, witness cultural performances and presentation of gifts before retiring for the night at the guesthouse.

After breakfast, witness cock-fighting and blowpipe demonstration. Board a longboat for 5 minutes journey to the riverbank to start an uphill jungle trekking along mixed forest. Along the trails, your guide will highlight the usages of the different types of plants, palms, rottan vines, big trees, mudpools etc.

End your trekking with a rejuvenating swim and enjoy a sumptuous native style lunch. Depart by long boat to the jetty and transfer back to your hotel in Kuching. Free & easy in Kuching

Morning, free at leisure. Check-out by noon and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.