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Discover Penang’s Rich Culture: Temple Visits & City Exploration

By Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,393 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Penang is a popular tourist destination in Malaysia and its capital Georgetown is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A fusion of different people, cultures and traditions, Georgetown used to be a major trading hub in the Straits of Malacca. The city was known for its colorful architecture, combining British colonial buildings, Chinese shophouses and mosques. In just half day, you will get to see some of the best sights Georgetown has to offer and what makes it a truly unique city that cannot be found anywhere else in Asia.

  • Discover Georgetown on an immersive half day tour
  • Explore Penang's capital and its best sights and attractions
  • Learn about Georgetown's rich historical background
  • Lay your eyes on the famous Reclining Buddha Statue in Penang
  • Harmonious temple bestowed with gifts from Chinese emperors
  • Spectacular views of Georgetown & roundtrip transportation

Activity location

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

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Georgetown Cruise Terminal
    • 10300, George Town, Penang, Malaysia

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

Check availability

Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Private transportation with private driver
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 6,306.68 x 1 AdultP 6,306.68
Total
Price is P 6,306.68
Until Fri, Jun 19

Join Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Join transportation with join driver (limited live commentary)
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 2,392.50 x 4 AdultsP 9,570.00
Total
Price is P 9,570.00
Until Fri, Jun 19

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel or cruise terminal pickup & drop off (selected hotel only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation (for private tour only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English Speaking Driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drink
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • 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
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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
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
George Town bears testimony to a living multi-cultural heritage and tradition of Asia where the many religions and cultures met and coexisted. They reflect the coming together of cultural elements from the Malay Archipelago, India and China with those of Europe, to create a unique architecture, culture and townscape. Take a scenic drive across George Town

Fort Cornwallis (Pass by)

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. Places of Interest: Esplanade/Fort Cornwallis, Little India, Chinatown

Little India - Penang (Pass by)

Next, make your way to colorful Little India

Chinatown - Penang (Pass by)

and eclectic Chinatown

Coffee Tree

  • 30m
On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea @ Coffee Tree After the city tour ends, the driver will bring you back to your hotel or cruise terminal. You may request to be dropped in any location in Georgetown.

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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    Georgetown Cruise Terminal
    • 10300, George Town, Penang, Malaysia
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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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    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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