Penang City & temple Tour with Penang Hill Train Fast Lane Ticket
Description
Explore George Town’s colonial heritage, colorful neighborhoods and craftsmanship on a half day tour to some famous attractions in Penang. Learn about local traditions and cultural, we make sure you see the best of Penang.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our driver will meet and guide you at your pickup location. and take you on a journey to Penang's City Tour.
Firstly, you will also 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.
Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple is a Thai temple in Penang famous for its large gold-plated Reclining Buddha, which is at 33m, is one of the largest in the world.
Dhammikarama Burmese Temple is Burmese-style Buddhist temple, founded in 1803, with elaborate, colorful stupas & sculptures. At the main prayer hall, voices are reduced to a whisper and the silence is broken only by the occasional ringing of temple bells. The latest addition to the Dhammikarama Buddhist Temple is the Golden Pagoda Bell Tower.
Little India is colorful neighborhood with dozens of shops & vendors for Indian clothing, jewelry & street food
St. George's Church is a 19th-century Anglican church in the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. It is the oldest purpose built Anglican church in Southeast Asia. The church lies within the jurisdiction of the Upper North Archedeaconry of the Anglican Diocese of West Malaysia
The Goddess of Mercy Temple is a Chinese temple in the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Situated at Pitt Street, it was first built in 1728, making it Penang's oldest Taoist temple. The temple is dedicated to the Taoist Goddess of Mercy, Guan Yin.
Built in 1833, the Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple in George Town is the oldest Hindu temple in Penang, Malaysia, and features sculptures of gods and goddesses over its main entrance and facade. It is located at Queen Street, George Town. It is also known as Mariamman Temple or Queen Street Indian Temple
After that, take a short stroll through the famed Street of Harmony, home to all of the major religions in Malaysia. The settlement of different communities in one small location since the early 1800’s is an amazing sight to wonder. The Kapitan Keling Mosque is a mosque built in the 19th century by Indian Muslim traders in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. It is situated on the corner of Buckingham Street and Pitt Street.
The Kek Lok Si Temple is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam, Penang, Malaysia. It is the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia, and is also an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other countries in Southeast Asia.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up and drop-off are available for hotels in Penang Island. However, for locations far from the town area, additional charges may apply. Pickup is available only for travelers within Penang State.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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 adult.
- Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.
Reviews(10)
The easiest way to visit around Georgetown. Our driver Ong gave us a lot of information and tips for our day. Very well organised tour.
Thank you very much for your kind review. We’re happy to hear that you had an enjoyable and easy visit around Georgetown. It’s great to know that our driver, Ong, provided helpful information and useful tips for your day. We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad you found the tour well organized. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Mugilan was the best guide! We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and everything he taught us about Penang. He also captured great pictures of us that he shared afterwards. Can’t say enough about how great he was!! Would definitely suggest him to anyone!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the Penang City & Temple Tour and that Mugilan made your experience special. He will be delighted to know that you appreciated his guidance, knowledge, and the photos he shared with you. Your kind recommendation truly means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again in Penang in the future!
Excellent tour , our driver was very knowledgeable, highly recommend , excellent value ,must do to see Penang and it's history
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found our driver knowledgeable. It’s great to know the experience was good value for money. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future.
A good tour that offered insights into Penang’s history and culture.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed learning about Penang’s history and culture.
The tour is advertised with an itinerary that cannot be met due to the time restrictions. I was disappointed because we paid alot of money for this tour and at certain points it was very rushed I don’t recommend this tour
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations, especially regarding the timing. Our team always ensures that our drivers maintain full professionalism and follow the itinerary carefully. Each stop is planned with enough time for guests to enjoy the experience. However, this is a 6-hour tour, and unexpected delays—such as traffic or peak visitor hours—can sometimes affect the schedule and make certain parts feel rushed. We sincerely apologize if this impacted your tour. We will take your comments seriously and pay even more attention to time management to improve our service. Thank you for helping us do better.
Mr Ong was a careful driver and an excellent guide. I enjoyed the experience very much. This tour gives you a good overview of Penang. The Express Pass for the funicular was a bonus - not having to queue. Great views from the top of Mt Penang. The temples were wonderful.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had a great experience with Mr. Ong. He will be very happy to know his careful driving and guiding made your trip memorable. We’re glad the Express Pass made your visit smoother and that you enjoyed the beautiful views from Penang Hill and the amazing temples. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour soon!
This tour was a perfect way to see the best of Penang in one day. The fast lane access to Penang Hill saved us so much time, and the view from the top was breathtaking! The guide was friendly, informative, and made the trip enjoyable. We also loved visiting the beautiful temples and exploring the city’s highlights. The car was clean, comfortable, and pickup was right on time. Highly recommended for a smooth and memorable Penang experience!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Penang tour and had a great experience with our guide. It’s great to know that the fast lane access, city highlights, and beautiful temples made your day memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again for another amazing trip in Malaysia!
I really enjoyed this trip; the natural view there was very beautiful. This trip will remain in my memory for a long time. My friends also had a lot of fun.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad to hear you and your friends enjoyed the trip and loved the beautiful natural views. Hope to see you again for another memorable journey!
