Penang Heritage Tour: Iconic City Landmarks & Fort Cornwallis

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Fort Cornwallis was built to protect British interests in the region, against a possible French attack — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Fort Cornwallis is built on the site where the British, led by Captain Francis Light, first landed in Pulau Pinang — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore the Penang city which is rich in history as it is in culture, tradition and diversity. Visit the many historical buildings and temples such as Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. After that, take a scenic drive through the streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the remnant left by the British and local dwellers of the past and also make a visit to Fort Cornwallis.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
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
Included: Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off (selected hotel only)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: English speaking Driver
Included: Fort Cornwallis Admission Ticket

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: Optional

Itinerary

Historic City of George Town

Passing by

Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal at Georgetown on time for a 9am departure. Meet and greets our friendly driver at the lobby and proceeds for your tour.
Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple

30 min

Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found
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.
Historic City of George Town

30 min

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
Coffee Tree

30 min

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

45 min Admission included

Then make a visit to Fort Cornwallis which is the largest standing fort in Malaysia. Fort Cornwallis is a star shaped fort that was named after the then Governor-General of Bengal, Marquis Charles Cornwallis. Approximately 10 feet high, Fort Cornwallis, Penang or Fort Cornwallis Pulau Pinang is located close to the Esplanade, next to the Victoria Memorial Clock.

End of the tour return to your hotel or cruise terminal in an air-conditioned vehicle.

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 of USD 10 per person 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 of USD 10 per person 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
Georgetown @ New Wave Hotel
Muntri Grove Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
Hotel Sentral Georgetown
Yeng Keng Hotel Penang

and 114 more pickup points

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

An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person 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)

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
Fort Cornwallis opened from 9am to 10pm.
No meals are included.
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)
An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel