Penang Instagrammable Tour with Lunch


5 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 14
Mobile ticket

Overview

Penang is named by CNN Travel as one of the top 2019 tourist destinations in the world. Start with inner George Town for the iconic murals or street arts. Then proceed to the Khoo Kongsi, a historic clan house that stands as a testament to the rich heritage of the early Chinese settlers in Penang. Marvel at its intricate architecture and explore the priceless artifacts that narrate a tale of cultural assimilation between the Malays and the Chinese. Next stop is the Kek Lok Si Temple, the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. Be captivated by its grandeur and soak in the spiritual ambiance that permeates every corner. The temple complex offers breathtaking panoramic views of the island, providing ample opportunities for stunning Instagram shots. Take more photos during the street food lunch, as local dishes such as "Laksa", "Char Koay Teow", and "Cendol" are not only delicious but look really good for Instagram feed.

Inclusions

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • English speaking driver cum guide
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Pinang Peranakan Mansion
  • Entry/Admission - Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Street Art in George Town, Street Art in, Penang Island 10300 Malaysia

Penang street art took another accolade after awarded as the 7th Most Instagrammed City for Street Art in the world. By combining a life-size images, plus the original piece or 3D objects, murals in Penang are 'interactive and real'.

Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic revitalized George Town with his unique take on street art featuring children. Pieces like 'Kids on Bicycle' and 'Boy on Motorcycle' are so cool that you can't help but want to pose with them. Stroll down the lanes and admire some of the finest 'free souvenirs' from Penang.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pinang Peranakan Mansion, 29 Church Street, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia

The Pinang Peranakan Mansion is a stately mansion, refurbished to reflect bygone days of the Straits Chinese settlement in Penang. This magnificent townhouse is the former residence and office of Chinese Kapitan Chung Keng Kwee. He was a 19th century Hakka tin-miner and secret society leader of Hai San. The Pinang Peranakan Mansion is filled with more than 1, 000 antiques and collectibles. The residence is unique and incorporates various Chinese architecture. The townhouse, built in the 1890s incorporates Chinese carved-wood panels, with English floor tiles and Scottish iron works.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion, 14 Lebuh Leith, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia

Built in the 1880s, this famous indigo-blue Chinese Courtyard House in George Town was the residence of Cheong Fatt Tze, a prominent Chinese figure in the newly established Penang Straits Settlement during the 19th century. The mansion was built by master craftsmen brought in especially from China, who used their skills to fashion the mansion with 38 rooms, 5 granite-paved courtyards, 7 staircases and 220 windows. In 2000, the Cheong Fatt Tze mansion received the inaugural UNESCO Asia-Pacific Heritage Conservation Award, selected as the 'Most Excellent Project' in the Asia Pacific Rim following its RM7.6 million restoration works.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: George Town, George Town, Penang Island, Penang

Take more photos during the street food lunch. Penang food is a mix of traditional Malay, Chinese and Indian dishes, as well as fusion cuisines such as Baba Nyonya or Peranakan which incorporates regional ingredients and Chinese Malay cooking methods. All of it can be found in hawker centers and shop houses throughout George Town.

Duration: 1 hour

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • 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.
Robert G
November 2022

This being our first time in Penang, we decided on hiring Tour & Incentive company; and I am glad we did. We used them for round trip transportation from the airport to and from our hotel in Georgetown. We also booked the Instragrammable tour plus the Around Penang Island tour. Philip was our gui...

tingdiver
September 2023

Very good tour made especially extraordinary by our guide and driver, Philip, who was knowledgeable, attentive and professional. His passion for Penang and genuine enjoyment of tour guiding really made this a great experience. As first timers in Penang, this tour gave us all the highlights in o...

Ariane_K
August 2023

It was just a driver and did not know much about tourist facts. Driver did not tell me/ tourist that there are a lot of side streets which also have street arts - so, I was a bit disappointed about that, as that was one of my highlights of visiting Penang 🥲 Apart from the above - driver took me...

271bht
December 2022

Good tour - best way to see the best of Penang if you only have a day. Comes with food at a "hawker centre' - eat the way locals do! We had Philip Oh as our guide and he made our day! If you can get him - your whole trip will be worth it! (We had planned to go to Bali but cancelled at the last...

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