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Best of Penang: Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si, Gardens & Batu Ferringhi

By Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd
8.4 out of 10
Very Good
Free cancellation available
Price is P 11,921 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

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.

After that visit Penang Hill (Fast Lane), Kek Lok Si, Batu Feringghi Beach and also Botanical Garden.

Activity location

  • Reclining Buddha Wat Chaiyamangalaram
    • 17, Lorong Burma,
    • George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
    • 1 Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah
    • 10200, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Private transportation with private driver (limited live commentary)
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 11,920.57 x 1 AdultP 11,920.57
Total
Price is P 11,920.57
Until Wed, Aug 12

Private Tour with Tour Guide

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

You will be accompanied by professional tour guide who will give live commentary about the places visited during the tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 19,311.23 x 1 AdultP 19,311.23
Total
Price is P 19,311.23
Until Wed, Aug 12

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Ticket for Penang Hill Train (Fast Lane), Kek Lok Si Temple, Inclined Lift
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off (city center 1km radius only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English speaking Driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Surcharge of USD 10 per person for pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Know before you book

  • 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
  • No meals are included.
  • Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.

Activity itinerary

George Town (Pass 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.

Reclining Buddha Wat Chaiyamangalaram

  • 30m
Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found

Dharmikarama Burmese Temple

  • 30m
Right across the road you may also visit the Dhammikarama 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.

George Town

  • 30m
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.

Coffee Tree

  • 30m
On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea at Coffee Tree

Penang Hill

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket 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

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket 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

  • 45m
Then make a visit to Penang Botanical Garden Penang Botanical Garden (Entrance fee own expense)  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

  • 45m
Then make a visit to Batu Ferringhi Beach 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.

Location

Activity location

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    Reclining Buddha Wat Chaiyamangalaram
    • 17, Lorong Burma,
    • George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
    • 1 Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah
    • 10200, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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    Swettenham Cruise
    • 10300, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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    Georgetown Cruise Terminal
    • 10300, George Town, Penang, Malaysia
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    Swettenham Pier Penang
    • Pengkalan Weld
    • 10300, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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    Swettenham Pier
    • 205 Lebuh Tek Soon
    • 10100, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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    George Town
    • George Town, Penang, Malaysia

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