Penang: Flexible Half-Day Escapes
Overview
This is a private tour, meaning only you or your group join this tour. This tour lets you go to all the attractions that you like, unlike the canned- approach of a predetermined itinerary tour. Tour time starts from pickup point. For a 6 hours visit, you choose some 2-3 attractions on Penang Island (The time indicated does not include travelling time). For example, choose from:
1. Penang Hill
2. Kek Lok Si
3. Pinang Peranakan Mansion
4. Clan Jetty
5. Street Art Murals
You choose the places and dictate how much time at each. You can explore in depth, or simply take pictures and moved on. Go on a city tour or hill and temple tour or island nature tour. If you do not know where to go or to do, let our tour guide plan out for you. The tour guide will accompany you into all attractions and give commentary on the go. Penang is a truly surprising hidden gem! Penang is a land of charm and you will be surprised what it got to offer and you wish you stay here longer!
1. Penang Hill
2. Kek Lok Si
3. Pinang Peranakan Mansion
4. Clan Jetty
5. Street Art Murals
You choose the places and dictate how much time at each. You can explore in depth, or simply take pictures and moved on. Go on a city tour or hill and temple tour or island nature tour. If you do not know where to go or to do, let our tour guide plan out for you. The tour guide will accompany you into all attractions and give commentary on the go. Penang is a truly surprising hidden gem! Penang is a land of charm and you will be surprised what it got to offer and you wish you stay here longer!
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional Guide
- Transport by Private Vehicle
- Hotel/Port Pickup Dropoff
- Parking Fees
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Penang Hill, Jalan Stesen Bukit Bendera Air Itam, George Town, Penang Island 11500 Malaysia
Since the British first settled here, they had always yearn for respite from the depressing heat, thus they set sight on the highest peak in Penang i.e. Penang Hill or locally known as Bukit Bendera. They built a railway up the hill and bungalows for retreat during weekend. Here we can see the legacy of the bungalows left behind by the British beside experiencing a colder climate compared to lowland. See 360 degree view of George Town, Love Lock, Ginger Garden and monkeys!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Kek Lok Si Temple, 1000-L, Tingkat Lembah Ria 1, Air Itam, Penang Island 11500 Malaysia
During the British era the Chinese flourished and thrived. They practiced their religion steadfastly and built many temples that rivaled those in China, if not better! One of the better one is Kek Lok Si, better described as the largest Buddhist's theme park in South East Asia. Learn all about Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism at the temple. There is a saying here in Penang - "you have not been to Penang if you have not been to Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si".
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pinang Peranakan Mansion, 29 Church Street, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia
See the former house built by a Chinese Captain, Mr. Chung Keng Kwee, called the Pinang Peranakan Mansion. This elite house full of antiques and collectibles from east and west, featured many recollection memories when the Chinese immigrants inter-marriage with the locals and created a fusion of east meets locals, hence a new tradition was borne. It is also a popular shooting location of choice for Malaysian, Singaporean and Chinese movies.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Street Art in George Town, Street Art in, Penang Island 10300 Malaysia
We will go murals art hunting by visiting 3-4 of Penang famous street art murals by Ernest Zacharevic from Lithuania in back alleys. See "Children on Bicycle", "Boy Climbing Wall", "Boy on Motorcycle"and "Boy with Pet Dinosaur". The arts are lively and interesting, literally jumps out for your attention.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Penang Hill, Jalan Stesen Bukit Bendera Air Itam, George Town, Penang Island 11500 Malaysia
Since the British first settled here, they had always yearn for respite from the depressing heat, thus they set sight on the highest peak in Penang i.e. Penang Hill or locally known as Bukit Bendera. They built a railway up the hill and bungalows for retreat during weekend. Here we can see the legacy of the bungalows left behind by the British beside experiencing a colder climate compared to lowland. See 360 degree view of George Town, Love Lock, Ginger Garden and monkeys!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Kek Lok Si Temple, 1000-L, Tingkat Lembah Ria 1, Air Itam, Penang Island 11500 Malaysia
During the British era the Chinese flourished and thrived. They practiced their religion steadfastly and built many temples that rivaled those in China, if not better! One of the better one is Kek Lok Si, better described as the largest Buddhist's theme park in South East Asia. Learn all about Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism at the temple. There is a saying here in Penang - "you have not been to Penang if you have not been to Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si".
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pinang Peranakan Mansion, 29 Church Street, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia
See the former house built by a Chinese Captain, Mr. Chung Keng Kwee, called the Pinang Peranakan Mansion. This elite house full of antiques and collectibles from east and west, featured many recollection memories when the Chinese immigrants inter-marriage with the locals and created a fusion of east meets locals, hence a new tradition was borne. It is also a popular shooting location of choice for Malaysian, Singaporean and Chinese movies.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Street Art in George Town, Street Art in, Penang Island 10300 Malaysia
We will go murals art hunting by visiting 3-4 of Penang famous street art murals by Ernest Zacharevic from Lithuania in back alleys. See "Children on Bicycle", "Boy Climbing Wall", "Boy on Motorcycle"and "Boy with Pet Dinosaur". The arts are lively and interesting, literally jumps out for your attention.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- No Serious Medical Conditions
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- We follow strictly the latest Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and guidelines from Malaysian National Security Authority and Ministry of Health Malaysia.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
LoveTravel814850
January 2020
Our guide, Ang, showed us top sights in Penang while providing just the right amount of historical context. The half-day unfolded like a well planned story, and ending it at a "hawker center" was a delicious treat. The quality was worth the price.
Our guide, Ang, showed us top sights in Penang while providing just the right amount of historical context. The half-day unfolded like a well planned story, and ending it at a "hawker center" was a delicious treat. The quality was worth the price.S554XHeduardoa
December 2019
Mark Lee was our tour guide for the flexible half day tour. He's the best! I was completely surprised by how patient, enthusiastic and knowledgeable he is. Honestly, I wasn't expecting much for the tour but with Mark, he made it a very interesting and enjoyable tour. He's very thoughtful too (he ...
Mark Lee was our tour guide for the flexible half day tour. He's the best! I was completely surprised by how patient, enthusiastic and knowledgeable he is. Honestly, I wasn't expecting much for the tour but with Mark, he made it a very interesting and enjoyable tour. He's very thoughtful too (he has a steady supply of cold water and soft drinks that he offered us!). It was time very well spent and we highly recommend Mark as your tour guide!w29rab
December 2019
Our guide Lam was great,he was very enthusiastic and explained everything,, he managed to get us front seats on the funicular railway both ways which was no mean feat,the photos he has sent us have been really good. All in a fantastic trip thank you.
Our guide Lam was great,he was very enthusiastic and explained everything,, he managed to get us front seats on the funicular railway both ways which was no mean feat,the photos he has sent us have been really good. All in a fantastic trip thank you.mummychia75
December 2019
The half day escapes booking was a disappointment. We were picked up by an MPV that could only seat 6, and there was not enough place for my 2 year old to sit and he was fidgeting. Why wasn't I given a seat for him? When I booked, I remember your website not giving me an option for my son's age g...
The half day escapes booking was a disappointment. We were picked up by an MPV that could only seat 6, and there was not enough place for my 2 year old to sit and he was fidgeting. Why wasn't I given a seat for him? When I booked, I remember your website not giving me an option for my son's age group of 2 years old...so he was considered 'infant'. It was so dangerous having him sit on our laps when he's so big and active.patriciavitalich
November 2019
Mr Lam was excellent very friendly and very knowledgable. He showed us a few things we wanted to see and left the rest to him. We had a great few hours in Penang.
Mr Lam was excellent very friendly and very knowledgable. He showed us a few things we wanted to see and left the rest to him. We had a great few hours in Penang.mjbphx
November 2019
We took advantage of the flexibility of the package and texted our preferred destinations to our guide, Tiger, hours before we were to meet him. He arrived promptly with a clean, well maintained car. He was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Everywhere we wanted to go, he had interesting his...
We took advantage of the flexibility of the package and texted our preferred destinations to our guide, Tiger, hours before we were to meet him. He arrived promptly with a clean, well maintained car. He was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Everywhere we wanted to go, he had interesting history and stories to tell us. We asked him to do a couple of non tourist stops, and he was very accommodating and made them as seamless as possible. Tiger was a good driver as well. He spoke very good English. If we had the opportunity, we would have had him guide us every day of our trip!