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Discover Penang in Half a Day: Culture, Heritage & City Sights

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Discover Penang in Half a Day: Culture, Heritage & City Sights

About this activity

Penang is a popular tourist destination in Malaysia and its capital Georgetown is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A fusion of different people, cultures and traditions, Georgetown used to be a major trading hub in the Straits of Malacca. The city was known for its colorful architecture, combining British colonial buildings, Chinese shophouses and mosques. In just half day, you will get to see some of the best sights Georgetown has to offer and what makes it a truly unique city that cannot be found anywhere else in Asia.

  • Discover Georgetown on an immersive half day tour
  • Explore Penang's capital and its best sights and attractions
  • Learn about Georgetown's rich historical background
  • Lay your eyes on the famous Reclining Buddha Statue in Penang
  • Harmonious temple bestowed with gifts from Chinese emperors
  • Spectacular views of Georgetown & roundtrip transportation
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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–14
Guide
English
Operated by
Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation (for private tour only)
  • Included: English Speaking Driver
  • Included: Hotel or cruise terminal pickup & drop off (city center 1km radius only)
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Food & Drinks
  • Not included: Entrance Tickets
  • Not included: Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Itinerary

  1. Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple

    30 min

    Your driver will pick you up from your respective hotel or cruise terminal to proceed with the city Tour.  

    Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found.

  2. Dhammikarama Burmese Temple

    30 min

    Right across the road you may also visit the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple which holds a Buddha statue standing at 8.2 meters, making it the tallest in Malaysia. The existence of these two temples is due to the early settlement of the Thai and Burmese community in the early 1800s.

  3. Fort Cornwallis

    Passing by

    After that, take a scenic drive through the streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the ramnant left by the British and local dwellers of the past.

    Places of Interest: Esplanade/Fort Cornwallis, Little India, Streets of Racial Harmony, Chew Jetty, etc.

  4. Little India - Penang

    Passing by

    Little India

  5. Kapitan Keling Mosque

    Passing by

    Streets of Racial Harmony

  6. Chew Jetty

    Passing by

    Chew Jetty

  7. Historic City of George Town

    30 min

    George Town bears testimony to a living multi-cultural heritage and tradition of Asia where the many religions and cultures met and coexisted. They reflect the coming together of cultural elements from the Malay Archipelago, India and China with those of Europe, to create a unique architecture, culture and townscape. Take a scenic drive across George Town

  8. Coffee Tree

    30 min

    On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea @ Coffee Tree

    After the city tour ends, the driver will bring you back to your hotel or cruise terminal. You may request to be dropped in any location in Georgetown.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meeting point for cruise arrival

  • Meeting point for cruise arrival

  • Meeting point for cruise arrival

  • Meeting point for cruise arrival

  • Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at George Town City Centre (1km radius).

    An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

End point

  • Meeting point for cruise arrival

  • Meeting point for cruise arrival

  • Meeting point for cruise arrival

  • Meeting point for cruise arrival

  • Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at George Town City Centre (1km radius).

    An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Pickup points

  • Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
  • Hotel Malaysia
  • 23 Love Lane
  • The Prestige Hotel, Penang
  • Peking Hotel
  • Muntri Grove Hotel
  • Tower Budget Hotel
  • The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
  • Hotel Sentral Georgetown
  • Yeng Keng Hotel Penang
  • Hotel Penaga

and 109 more pickup points

Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at George Town City Centre (1km radius).

An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Using your ticket

Please wait at Hotel Lobby or Meeting Point 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start.

Please call hotline number at least 24 hours before to confirm your pick up point.

Hotline number : +60 10 777 3860 (Daily : 7:00am - 9:00pm)

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.

  • If exceed tour hours as stated above, additional hour will be charged

  • Optional tours are available upon request (additional charges)

Options

  • Private Tour

    Private transportation with private driver (limited live commentary)

    Pickup included

  • Join Tour

    Join transportation with join driver (limited live commentary)

    Pickup included

  • Private Tour with Tour Guide

    You will be accompanied by professional tour guide who will give live commentary about the places visited during the tour

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

4.5 out of 5 · 35 reviews
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