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George Town Heritage Tour: Khoo Kongsi & Penang Peranakan Mansion
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George Town
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Entrance fee for Fort Cornwallis, Peranakan Mansion and also Khoo Kongsi Temple.
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Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.
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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
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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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 Penang Peranakan Mansion & Khoo Kongsi Temple.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance fee for Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Private transportation (for private tour only)
Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off (city center 1km radius only)
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking Driver
optional
Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable
Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel
George Town Heritage Tour: Khoo Kongsi & Penang Peranakan Mansion
(1) Reviews
George Town
About
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 Penang Peranakan Mansion & Khoo Kongsi Temple.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance fee for Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Private transportation (for private tour only)
Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off (city center 1km radius only)
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking Driver
optional
Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable
Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel
Meeting Points
Departure
Swettenham Pier Penang
Meeting point for cruise arrival
Return
Itinerary
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George Town
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.
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Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple
Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found
30 minutes
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Dhammikarama Burmese Temple
Right across the road you may also visit the Dharmikarama 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.
30 minutes
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George Town
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
30 minutes
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Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang Peranakan Mansion
This old mansion, former home of Kapitan Chung Keng Kwee, showcases over 1000 antiques and collectibles depicting the life of the Straits Chinese or Peranakan culture found in Malaysia, particularly the Penang Peranakan. The richly decorated mansion is also a popular filming location for movies and television series. A guided tour will be in store to explains the different functions of the different parts of the mansion and provide you with an insight of this unique culture.
30 minutes
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Khoo Kongsi
Khoo Kongsi Temple.
Completed around 1906, the temple belongs to the Khoo Kongsi clan. The temple features fine Chinese architecture and crasftsmanship
