We will explore Penang, the Pearl of Orient in a MPV vehicle. Our experience tour guide will show you the beauty of Penang, from nature (Penang Hill and The Habitat) to culture & heritage (Kek Lok Si, Wat Chayamangkalaram, Dhammikarama temple, Armenian Street), and experience delicious local cuisine. Entrance fees along the tour and a lunch will be included, just enjoy a pleasant tour with us.
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Licensed English Speaking Tourist Guide
Entry/Admission - The Habitat Penang Hill
Transportation by private air-conditioned MPV vehicle
Entry/Admission - Penang Hill funicular train (Fast Lane)
Local Lunch
Professional Driver
Entry/Admission - Kek Lok Si Temple
Parking Fees
Hotel or Port pickup and drop-off (Penang Island only)
Gratuities
Hotel outside Penang Island (please contact us for special arrangement with extra charge)
Personal expenses
Any other expenses not mentioned
Alcoholic Beverages
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Stroller accessible only available for 5 travelers and below
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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We will explore Penang, the Pearl of Orient in a MPV vehicle. Our experience tour guide will show you the beauty of Penang, from nature (Penang Hill and The Habitat) to culture & heritage (Kek Lok Si, Wat Chayamangkalaram, Dhammikarama temple, Armenian Street), and experience delicious local cuisine. Entrance fees along the tour and a lunch will be included, just enjoy a pleasant tour with us.
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Licensed English Speaking Tourist Guide
Entry/Admission - The Habitat Penang Hill
Transportation by private air-conditioned MPV vehicle
Entry/Admission - Penang Hill funicular train (Fast Lane)
Local Lunch
Professional Driver
Entry/Admission - Kek Lok Si Temple
Parking Fees
Hotel or Port pickup and drop-off (Penang Island only)
Gratuities
Hotel outside Penang Island (please contact us for special arrangement with extra charge)
Personal expenses
Any other expenses not mentioned
Alcoholic Beverages
Itinerary
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Penang Hills
After pick up from the hotel, we are heading to Penang Hill, a famous hill resort since 1788. We will ride a funicular train up to the peak at 735 m above sea level, on a 1996m long railway which was built in 1923. Enjoy the cool air while seeing the panorama view of Penang, natural tropical rain forest view surrounded the hill, and heritage buildings since British colonial period.
1 hour
2
The Habitat Penang Hill
Penang Hill and its surrounding to the west was designated as Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2021. The Habitat Penang Hill provides us a chance to walk inside and has a close look of the tropical rainforest aged 130 million year old, on an easy access nature trail. We also can enjoy a beautiful view of surrounding forest, seas and islands from the Curtis Crest Treetop walk, at 815m above sea level.
45 minutes
3
Kek Lok Si Temple
Kek Lok Si is a large Buddhist complex with many temples. Follow our experience tour guide to explore all the temples at the complex, especially the 7 storeys tall Ten Thousand Buddhas Pagoda, and a 30.2m tall bronze statue of Kuan Yin (Goddess of Mercy) covered by a huge pavilion.
1 hour
4
New World Park
Our tour guide will bring you to experience various delicious local cuisine and street foods during the lunch time.
1 hour and 30 minutes
5
Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple
Wat Chayamangkalaram is a Siamese Buddhist temple founded by Phra Phorthan Kuad in 1845. The temple features a 33m long reclining Buddha statue built in 1958.
30 minutes
6
Dhammikarama Burmese Temple
A Buddhist temple established by the Burmese community in Penang from 1803. Stupa is the oldest portion of the temple, which was built in 1805. The standing Buddha statue at the shrine hall with golden carving backdrop is also a must see
30 minutes
7
Armenian Street
A street with plenty of historical pre-war shophouses, temples, mosque and street arts (like the famous sister and brother on bicycle mural art).
