Penang Nature Escape: Penang Hill, Botanical Gardens & Ferringhi

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Relaxing environment at 2,700 feet (833 m) above sea level — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Picturesque funicular train ride to the top of Penang Hill — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore the Penang nature and diversity by enjoy nature's beauty at its raw at Penang Hill. Then visit some famous temples that should visit at there such as Kek Lok Si Temple, Guan Yin. After that proceed to Batu Feringghi Beach and also Botanical Garden.

Picturesque funicular train ride to the top of Penang Hill
Relaxing environment at 2,700 feet (833 m) above sea level
Chance to view the largest Buddhist temple in Southeast Asia
Pristine sandy beaches & wide array of water sports at Batu Feringgi
Botanical Garden featuring a diverse collection of tropical flora

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At a glance

Duration: 8 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: Ticket for Penang Hill Train (Fast Lane), Kek Lok Si Temple, Inclined Lift
Included: Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off (city center 1km radius)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: English speaking driver.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable
Not included: Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

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.
Penang Hill

1 h 30 min Admission included

You will visit Penang Hill where you will ride a funicular train to its peak at 833m above sea level to enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Georgetown and mainland Butterworth. Colonial bungalows can be found around this hill due to the British preferring to stay in a cooler climate compared to the hot and humid environment in the city.
Kek Lok Si Temple

30 min Admission included

After that, you will visit Kek Lok Si Temple. Built in 1891 as a small shrine, it has since expanded to become one of the most majestic and largest temples in South-East Asia. Since its founding in 1930, the “Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas” is considered one of Penang’s most beautiful architectural wonders as it is able to incorporate 3 cultures into one structure – Chinese octagonal base, Thai middle tier and Burmese Crown. A 30.2m Guan Yin – Goddess of Mercy bronze statue was erected in 2002 on the highest point of the temple. It can be reached via an Inclined lift at the middle.
Penang Botanical Gardens

45 min

Then make a visit to Penang Botanical Garden

The Penang Botanic Gardens, also known as the "Waterfall Gardens" because of the cascading waterfall nearby, is a public park situated on Jalan Air Terjun in George Town, Penang.The original gardens were established in 1884 from an old quarry site, under the supervision of Charles Curtis, who was the first superintendent.
Batu Ferringhi Beach

45 min

Batu Ferringhi Beach

Batu Ferringhi is a beach resort northwest of George Town, on Malaysia’s Penang Island. It’s known for water sports and seafood restaurants. Street food, household goods and batik clothing are sold at the seafront night market. Batik pieces are also on display at local galleries and shops.

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
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
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 116 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
Ticket for Penang Hill Train (Fast Lane) and Kek Lok Si included.
Meals are not 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.