6-Hours Penang Private Tour

Overview

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.

Itinerary

1. 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 h· Admission included

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 min· Admission included

3. Temple de Kek Lok Si

   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 h· Admission included

4. New World Park

   Our tour guide will bring you to experience various delicious local cuisine and street foods during the lunch time.

   · 1 h 30 min

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 min

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 min

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).

   · 45 min

Pickup

Pickup included.

Please contact us for the pick up details. Thank you.

How to use your ticket

Ticket handed over by the operator on site

Please contact Mr. Steven (+6012 9651288) for the pick up details. Thank you.

What to know before you go

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Stroller accessible only available for 5 travelers and below

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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