HISTORICAL GEORGETOWN TOUR -AM/PM -4 Hours

Georgetown, named after King George 111 of England is an interesting blend of the new and old. The tour includes Fort Cornwallis which was built by the British East India Company in 1808. Next, visit the Museum, built in 1821, which houses a fine collection of old photographs, maps, charts and other historical relics. Thereafter, visit the world fourth largest reclining Buddha statue with a length of 33 m.

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• Includes entry fees

• Morning and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost:       US$20/adult, $15/child

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ROUND ISLAND TOUR - AM/PM -4 hours

Beyond the outskirts of Georgetown, follow the winding and mountainous road for 74km to witness the beautiful waterfront which Penang is famous for. This tour includes a visit to a local cottage industry to witness the actual process of batik making. Another attraction is the Snake temple which is the home to a species of snake which made the temple its home.

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• Includes entry fees

• Morning and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost:       US$20/adult, $15/child

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PENANG HILL & KEK LOK SI TEMPLE - AM/PM - 4 hours

Nestled within the hills of Penang is the largest Buddhist temple in South East Asia. Built on sprawling grounds, it is dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy and is called Kek Lok Si Temple (Temple of Paradise). The 7 tier Pagoda of 10,000 Buddhas dominate the temple. This building of the temple is influenced by the architecture styles of the Thais, Burmese and Chinese. Next, take an enjoyable funicular rail ride up Penang Hill at 830 m above sea level. Enjoy the panoramic view of Georgetown and the Straits of Malacca. Penang Hill was established as a cool retreat during the colonial days. (Include rail tickets)

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• Includes entry fees

• Morning and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost:       US$20/adult, $15/child

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PENANG BY NIGHT TOUR - PM - 4 hours

The evening begins with dinner at a restaurant followed by an evening stroll by the local market. The night market in Penang is a colourful display of lights and sound. From food to utensils, almost any article imaginable may be obtained after a bargain. An interesting diversion is Penang's "Lover Lane" - Gurney Drive. The tour ends with a trishaw ride along Chinatown. (Include dinner).

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• Includes entry fees

• Evening departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost:       US$30/adult, $22.50/child

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BUTTERFLY FARM & BOTANICAL GARDENS - AM/PM - 4 hours

This is a tour specially designed for the nature lover. Tour includes visits to the world's largest Butterfly Farm which houses more than 250 species of butterflies with striking colors, and the Botanical Gardens where a meandering river and sounds of gushing waterfall amidst the vibrant hues of flora brings one closer to nature.

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• Includes entry fees

• Morning and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost:       US$20/adult, $15/child

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Cultural Tour - 3 Day/2 Night

Day 1:  Arrive Penang Airport and transfer to your hotel situated along Batu Ferringhi Beach. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the island or relax by the pool and witness the colorful sunset.

Day 2:  This tour will take you to a batik factory, butterfly farm, local fruits stall and fishing village. Tantalize your taste buds with some delicious hawkers food for lunch.  Visit some of the most unique temples found in Penang such as Khoo Kongsi – an architectural masterpiece with intricate carvings, Wat Chayamangkalaram – a Buddhist temple houses the world’s third largest reclining Buddha and Kek Lok Si – the most beautiful temple in South East Asia which has a seven-story pagoda with Thai and Burmese architecture.  In the evening, enjoy a sumptuous dinner and entertainment with a traditional cultural dance and music at a typical Malay restaurant.   Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 3:  A day of leisure until departure transfer to Penang airport.

• Includes accommodation, meals and sightseeing tours as per itinerary and service of English-speaking driver guide

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Bird Park and Bridge Tour:

Cross over to Mainland Butterworth by ferry and visit Penang's only bird park in Seberang Jaya, the first of its kind in Malaysia.  Over 200 species of birds from around the world are on view in specially designed aviaries.  Man-made islands with landscaped gardens and ornamental plants abound.  Of note are the wide variety of orchids and hibiscus plants.  The park is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm.  Then, drive across the Penang Bridge to Penang Island and visit an international jewelry factory.

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• Excludes the cost of Lunch

• Morning and afternoon departure – 3 ½ hour duration

• Cost:  US$25/adult, US$15/child

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Butterfly Farm and Botanical Gardens Tour

Visit the world's very first and largest Butterfly Farm.  Situated at the foothill of Teluk Bahang, it provides sanctuary for about 4,000 live butterflies of over 200 species, live tropical insects, anthropoids, tarantulas & spiders, water dragons, jungle lizards, frogs and giant millipedes, live scorpion pits and a lush landscaped garden.  The farm also boasts of a hatchery.   Tour proceeds to the Botanical Gardens which is located 8km from the city center.  A visit to this 30-hectare garden is a must.  It offers tranquility amidst lush green surroundings of tropical plants and the vibrant hues of Penang's native flora.  The sound of waterfall gushing from its source in the hills and the chatter of monkeys in the background brings one closer to nature.

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• Excludes the cost of lunch

• Morning and afternoon departures – 3 hour duration

• Cost:  US$25/adult, US$18.75/child

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City and Heritage Tour:

Come face to face with the locals in Georgetown and discover their culture and heritage.  Visit Fort Cornwallis where Sir Francis Light first landed.  Appreciate the architectural beauty of the majestic Khoo Kongsi Clan House located at Jalan Masjid Kapitan Kling.  Kapitan Kling Mosque was built in the early nineteenth century by an Indian Muslim merchant, who was also the community headman at that time.  It is a fine example of Islamic architecture of Moorish influence.  Visit Penang Museum & Art Gallery - built in 1821, it was first used as a school. Today, it houses a fine collection of old photographs, map, charts and other historical relics which provide an insight into Penang's history.  Opening hours are from 9 am to 5 pm daily except on Fridays (closed).  Continue to the Wat Chayamangkaram where you'll find one of the world's largest Reclining Buddha.   On the way back to your hotel, stop by at a pewter shop for a pewter-making demonstration. 

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• Morning and afternoon departures – 3 hour duration

• Cost: US$25/adult, US$18.75/child

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Georgetown City Tour:

Georgetown, the capital of Penang, named after King George III of England, is a bustling city blending in old ancestral Chinese architectures, Hindu Temples with their decorative sculptures and structural churches.  Situated in the midst of Esplanade, stands Fort Cornwallis built in between 1808 and 1810.  A drive along the quayside enables you to experience the fascinating way of life the stilt Chinese clan house settlers lead.  Visit the famous clan house in Penang, the Khoo Kongsi, a magnificent example of intricate woodcarvings and Chinese architecture.  Proceed on to the world's fourth largest Reclining Buddha which is 33 m long.  Stroll the Botanic Gardens and feed the free roaming monkeys.  Just before your return to the hotel, view the scenic Penang Bridge.  Tour includes Fort Cornwallis (by pass), Penang State Museum, Chinese Stilt Houses, Kapitan Kling Mosque, Sri Mariaman Temple, Khoo Ancestral Clan House, Reclining Buddha, Gurney Drive and the Botanic Gardens.

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• Morning and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost: US$20/adult, US$15/child

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Georgetown by Night:

Experience Georgetown by nightfall, colorfully lighted by the splendor of multi-racial people and culture.  After dinner, a slow leisure ride in an old-fashioned trishaw takes you wandering by the busy roads and interesting nightspots.  Visit the night market, better known as "Pasar Malam" where food to any article imaginable may be obtained and perhaps, you may even try your hands at bargaining.  It's fun and exciting.  Take a stroll around the popular shops and departmental stores before you retire with wonderful memories of Georgetown. Tour includes Malaysian dinner, ride on the King of the Road – Trishaw, Pasar Malam - Night Market and city stroll.

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• Evening departure – 4 hour duration

• Cost: US$25/adult, US$18.75/child

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Hill and Temple Tour I:

Feast your eyes on the panoramic views of Penang Island as you ascend to the top by funicular railway.  Enjoy its beautiful fauna and flora in the cool and invigorating air.  Next, visit the century-old Kek Lok Si Temple with its 30m high pagoda which houses 10,000 Buddhas!  Then, head for the Longevity Pool and enjoy feeding the hundreds of tortoises there.

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• Excludes the cost of Lunch

• Morning and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost: US$25/adult, $18.75/child

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Hill and Temple Tour II:

An enjoyable half hour funicular railway ride will bring you up to the summit of Penang Hill at 830 m above sea level.  Come close to nature at Penang Hill, a cool and refreshing atmosphere whilst it gives you a panoramic view of Georgetown and the Straits of Malacca.  The Kek Lok Si Temple is one of the largest Buddhist Temple in South East Asia covering an area of 12 hectares overlooking the Air Itam village.  This temple encompasses the distinct Thai, Burmese and Chinese architectures.  Return to your hotel via a scenic drive along the Gurney Drive - an interesting diversion of Penang's own "lover's lane".   Tour includes Penang Hill, Funicular cable rail ride, view of Georgetown and mainland, Evergreen hill with its plants and ferns etc., Kek Lok Si Temple, the turtle sanctuary, the main shrine of Lord Buddha and the 18 Lohan, the unique 7 tier Pagoda of ten thousand Buddhas, The four Heavenly Kings

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• Morning and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost:                US$25/adult, US$18.75/child

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Mainland Tour:

Penang Bridge is the longest bridge in South East Asia measuring 13.5km connecting Penang Island across to the mainland - Province Wellesley.  You'll be amazed at the hundreds of colorful bird collection at the Bird Park.  Stroll through the gardens and capture their individual beauty it beholds.  These birds are tropical birds found in Malaysia's wildlife jungles and forests alike.  On the way back, enjoy a ferry ride across the Straits of Malacca, which was once a very famous route for traders and merchants in 1400.  The tour includes a ride across Penang Bridge, Bird Park, Ferry ride

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• Morning and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost: US$25/adult, US$18.75/child

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 Night Tour

Cruise through Gurney Drive and be pleasantly greeted by the almost festival atmosphere of the cheerfully lit food stalls.  Pamper your taste buds with the varied and exotic local cuisine.   Next, visit the night market where you'll be absolutely delighted by the exciting and wide assortment of splendid bargains before enjoying a breezy and memorable trishaw ride.

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• Dinner inclusive: Penang Hawker Food

• Night Market is subject to weather conditions.

• Evening departure – 3 ½ hour duration

• Cost: US$25/adult, US$18.75/child

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Round Island Tour I

A scenic 74km drive around the island, gives you the best of Penang, famed for its sun-kissed beaches, lush greeneries and the enchanting fishing village along the way.  Your tour will take you to the famous Fort Cornwallis and the Waterfront noted for its stilt clan house settlers.  Here you will admire modern city structures blending in with old historical buildings.  Visit the one and only Snake Temple in Penang with its unusual collection of pit vipers.  Proceed to admire cloves and nutmeg plantations en route stopping at a typical Malay Village for that rare experience.  Marvel at the traditional art of printing Batik and do not miss the opportunity to pick up a few treasurable items as your reminder of a pleasant stay in Penang.  Tour includes Fort Cornwallis (by pass), Waterfront (by pass), Snake Temple, Typical Malay Village, Clove and nutmeg plantations (by pass), Malaysian fruit stalls, Batik factory, Fishing village, Scenic beaches (by pass)

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• Morning  and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost: US$20/adult, US$15/child

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Round Island Tour II

Enjoy the fascinating sights of Penang Island - from picturesque Malay Kampungs in the countryside and scenic beaches to historical sites in town.  See plain white materials transform into colorful masterpieces in the form of Batik.   Stop by at the mystical Snake Temple and discover pit vipers adorning the altars.  Proceed to a jewelry factory for a factory tour and see skilled craftsmen working on intricate pieces of fine jewelry in platinum and gold set with precious gems.  Next, drive along Gurney Drive in Georgetown before returning to your hotel.

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• Excludes the cost of lunch and entrance

• Morning  and afternoon departures – 4 hour duration

• Cost: US$20/adult, US$15/child

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Sunset Tour:

Funicular train ride up to the Penang Hill for an unforgettable steamboat dinner under the stars.  Steamboat is a cook-it-yourself meal whereby a pot of boiling stock is placed in the middle of the table and diners dip their food in it to be cooked.  While enjoying your meal, treat your eyes to a panoramic view of Georgetown.  Upon our descent from the hill, tour will continue with a pleasant and scenic drive by the Penang Bridge, the longest bridge in Asia and third longest in the world.   This 13.5 kilometer long bridge which links the island to the mainland is reported to be able to withstand an earthquake measuring up to 7.5 on the Richter Scale.  The bridge costing RM800 million was built in three and a half years and officially opened to traffic on 1st September 1985.  Finally, if time and weather permits, our tour will end with a visit to the night market where locals buy their bric-a-brac, household items, clothing, etc. As everywhere else in Penang, food is also sold here.

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• Excludes the cost of Dinner

• Evening departure – 3 ½ hour duration

• Cost: US$35/adult, $26.25/child

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