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Penang City Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)

4.7(34)Penang Island1 hour
VIATOR4.6(23)TRIPADVISOR4.9(11)

Description

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. Stop at Fort Cornwallis for the photostop. Then, visit Penang Hill and also Kek Lok Si Temple.

Tour Options

Private Tour 6 hours
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

30 min

Your driver will pick you up from your respective hotel to proceed with the City Tour by visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple

30 min

Dhammikarama Burmese Temple

30 min

streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fort Cornwallis for the photo stop.

Admission included60 min

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

Admission included30 min

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.

30 min

On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea at Coffee Tree and also at Crown Pewter for demonstration – Witness how Malaysian handicraft is made. End of the tour return to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Highlights

Ticket for Penang Hill Train (Fast Lane), Kek Lok Si Temple, Inclined Lift
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
English speaking Driver
Additional 50% surcharge festival & Public Holiday ( transport & Guide fee )

What's included

Included
Ticket for Penang Hill Train (Fast Lane), Kek Lok Si Temple, Inclined Lift
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
English speaking Driver
Additional 50% surcharge festival & Public Holiday ( transport & Guide fee )
Not included
Food unless specified
Gratitutes (optional)

Pickup Locations & Times

Free hotel pick up & drop off from your hotel located at George Town City Centre (1km radius). An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Additional 50% surcharge festival & Public Holiday ( transport & Guide fee )

Reviews(34)

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Suzanne_S
January 22, 2026
Our tour guide did not...

Our tour guide did not speak good English. We enjoyed our experience but we feel like we could have got more from it if we could have communicated with the tour guide.

Operator response

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you still enjoyed the experience. We appreciate your honest comment regarding communication, and we will continue to support our guides in improving their English skills to enhance future guest experiences. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again.

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anitaminnis
January 22, 2026
Fabulous tour with Vejay!

Wonderful tour! Vejay was a fabulous tour guide! He really went the extra mile to make our day delightful! Thank you Vejay!

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Vejay went the extra mile to make your day so enjoyable. Your kind words will certainly be shared with him. We hope to welcome you again soon!

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Susan_C
January 8, 2026
Expensive, but great day. No scope to rearrange if not well on day.

Zainul was an excellent guide and driver. He was chatty, explained everything and made sure I was happy at all times. I would thoroughly recommend him as a driver or tour guide in Penang. However, the trip was very expensive compared to other similar trips we did. My husband wasn't well on the day and we asked to possibly reschedule it for the next day, but it was a definite no. That was a real shame as it was pre-paid, so I did the trip on my own. Overall a lovely day, but some more understanding from Viator would have been nice.

Operator response

Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Zainul provided excellent service and made your day enjoyable — your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We’re sorry to hear about the situation with rescheduling and understand how disappointing that must have been. As rescheduling and cancellation policies are managed by Viator, we appreciate your understanding. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back in Penang in the future.

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Caroline_M
December 28, 2025
Penang Hill, temples and lunch

Our tour guide Ronnie was very good. We didn't want to walk too much so he always went back to get the car to pick us up again. We saw some really lovely temples but to be honest it was too many temples for us. Perhaps fitting in something else or shortening the tour would work better.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear that Ronnie took great care of you and was attentive to your comfort throughout the tour. We appreciate your honest suggestion regarding the itinerary, and your comments have been noted as we continuously look to improve the experience for our guests. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Herbert_Y
December 24, 2025
Penang experience

Anson did am excellent job showing us around Penang. He is a good communicator and patient. I would highly recommend him.

Operator response

Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Anson did an excellent job and made your Penang tour enjoyable. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again soon.

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Bandana_N
December 23, 2025
Perfect for Solo Travellers – Unhurried and Thoughtful

This full-day tour was a wonderful experience and one I would definitely recommend to others. What stood out the most was the relaxed pace—there was absolutely no rushing at any point. I was able to explore each place comfortably and enjoy the day at my own rhythm, which made the experience far more meaningful. Mr. Vejay, the guide, was extremely helpful, attentive, and knowledgeable. As a solo traveller, I especially appreciated how at ease he made me feel throughout the day. He was patient, accommodating, and always ensured I was comfortable and enjoying the experience. If you’re someone who prefers a well-planned tour without being hurried, and especially if you’re travelling solo, this is an excellent choice. A thoughtfully organised day with a guide who truly makes a difference.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful and thoughtful feedback. We’re truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed pace of the tour and had time to explore each place comfortably. It’s especially pleasing to know that Mr. Vejay made you feel at ease and well cared for throughout the day, particularly as a solo traveller. Your kind words and recommendation mean a great deal to us. We hope to welcome you again on another memorable experience in the future.

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Explore17575004370
June 15, 2025
Beautiful and amazing place

all was amaizing , Robin our driver was explaining all the beauty of Penang, very friendly and supportive. all good thanks

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience exploring Penang with Robin. He's indeed a wonderful guide who loves sharing the beauty and culture of the island. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon!

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AdamJoseph_G
February 22, 2025
Worst tour experience...

Worst tour experience ever - overpriced and uninformed guide. Tour guide missed the essential highlights of the city that we had to later pay another service to take us. Car broke down with no replacement, forced to walk back to hotel in the heat. Shame on you Viator, travellers paying good money for a tour deserve much better.

Operator response

"We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. This is not the standard we aim to provide. We take your feedback seriously and will investigate to prevent this from happening again. Thank you for bringing it to our attention."

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kristinas809
November 14, 2024
See above

Full day seeing all the best of Penang, including Penang Hiil, Green Mansion, Budist temples and street art. My guide, Mr. Mike, was friendly, knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you had a great day exploring Penang and enjoyed visiting Penang Hill, Green Mansion, Buddhist temples, and the street art. It's fantastic to hear that Mr. Mike made your experience enjoyable with his knowledge and friendly demeanor. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures soon!

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W9641GDpault
October 20, 2024
A great day in Penang

Great day out to see the sights of Penang. Our guide was excellent with his knowledge of Malaysia in general. We were looked after very well. Thoroughly recommend this tour

Operator response

Thank you for your great review! We're so glad you had an enjoyable day exploring Penang and that your guide provided excellent insight into Malaysia. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon!

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