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Activity George Town, Malaysia

You’re the Boss: Explore Penang with Your Own Plan in 8-Hour

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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You’re the Boss: Explore Penang with Your Own Plan in 8-Hour

About this activity

This isn’t a tour—it’s a detour! Perfect for free-spirited travelers who embrace spontaneity, dislike rigid schedules, and prefer to explore as freely as a bird. From the city centre to Penang’s charming countryside and coastal highlights, you’re free to choose from destinations such as Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple, Fort Cornwallis, Pinang Peranakan Mansion, the Botanical Gardens, Batu Ferringhi beaches, and Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm—just to name a few.

Wake up, decide what you feel like discovering, and simply follow your heart—we’ll take you there. Detour, switch destinations, or change direction anytime along the way. These 8 hours are entirely yours; we’re here only to make the journey smooth and memorable.

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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: Pickup & Drop-Off Service from Hotel (City Center) or Cruise Port
  • Included: English Speaking Driver
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Transport usage restricted to Penang Island only
  • Included: 8-Hour Private Vehicle and Driver Service

Not included

  • Not included: Entry Tickets for Attractions
  • Not included: Gratuities: Optional
  • Not included: Overtime fee: MYR 100 per hour, payable to the driver.
  • Not included: Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Itinerary

  1. Historic City of George Town

    Passing by

    This isn’t a tour—it’s a detour! Perfect for free-spirited travelers who embrace spontaneity, dislike rigid schedules, and prefer to explore as freely as a bird. From the city centre to Penang’s charming countryside and coastal highlights, you’re free to choose from destinations such as Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple, Fort Cornwallis, Pinang Peranakan Mansion, the Botanical Gardens, Batu Ferringhi beaches, and Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm—just to name a few.

    Wake up, decide what you feel like discovering, and simply follow your heart—we’ll take you there. Detour, switch destinations, or change direction anytime along the way. These 8 hours are entirely yours; we’re here only to make the journey smooth and memorable.

    Below is a list of suggested destinations (not limited to these) to inspire your perfect adventure—even while you sleep!

  2. Penang Batik Factory

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  3. Fort Cornwallis

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  4. Pinang Peranakan Mansion

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  5. Little India - Penang

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  6. Little Penang Street Market

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  7. Armenian Street

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  8. Chew Jetty

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  9. Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  10. Penang Hill

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  11. Kek Lok Si Temple

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  12. Batu Ferringhi Beach

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

  13. Penang Botanical Gardens

    Passing by

    This is one of the destinations you may select, but please choose wisely to ensure it fits within the 8-hour timeframe.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

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
  • Tower Budget Hotel
  • The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
  • Hotel Sentral Georgetown

and 167 more pickup points

Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel or cruise terminal 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 be at the hotel lobby or designated meeting point 15 minutes before the time stated on this voucher.

Kindly call our hotline at least 24 hours in advance to confirm your pickup location.

Hotline: +60 10 777 3860

Operating Hours: Daily, 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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

  • Children must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times

  • Littering & smoking is prohibited inside.

  • Please be ready and waiting in your hotel foyer or cruise port terminal 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.

  • Overtime fee: MYR 100 per hour, payable to the driver.

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