Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up
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Is Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up worth booking?
Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up is a 7-hour experience in Penang, Malaysia, from $150 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (10)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $150 per person
This tour allow you to choose the attractions that you like, not like the can approach of a fixed itinerary tour. For a 7 hours visit from ship or hotel or airport, you choose some 5-8 attractions to go from the list in
What you get
- Private transportation
- Professional Licensed Tourist Guide
- Hotel/Airport/Port Pickup and Drop off
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking Fee
About this experience
This tour allow you to choose the attractions that you like, not like the can approach of a fixed itinerary tour. For a 7 hours visit from ship or hotel or airport, you choose some 5-8 attractions to go from the list in "tour details". You choose the place and decide on the you time needed. Either you go deep into selected location, or you can just stop by the corner to take photos from the outside not needing enter the attraction, you made your own decision. If mobility is a concern, you can choose to circulate the Penang Island and take in the view from the comfort of air-conditioned car. If you could not decide on where to go or what to do, let our licensed tour guide choose it for you. The tour guide cum driver, will accompany you into all attractions and give commentary on the go. Penang is Marvel for you to discover.!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Professional Licensed Tourist Guide
- Hotel/Airport/Port Pickup and Drop off
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking Fee
Not included
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities
- Entrance Fees
- Train / Lift Fee
What you'll see and do
Kek Lok Si Temple
Malaysia is culturally diverse country. The People here practiced their religion steadfastly and built many religious sites. One of the better one is Kek Lok Si, better described as the largest Buddhist's Temple 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".
60 minutes here
Penang Hills
Becasue of the depressing heat, thus the British set sight on the highest peak in Penang i.e. Penang Hill or locally known as(Flag Staff Hill) 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 lower temperature climate compared to ground level. See Area View of George Town, Love Lock, Ginger Garden monkeys and some other habitat in the 130million year old forest.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
George Town
See the Historic buildings built during the British colonial era from 1786 to 1942. Here listen to stories about Fort Cornwallis and its Seri Rambai cannon, Penang war of WW1 at the War Cenotaph. Take a picture or two of City Hall and Town Hall, and take in the breeze at the Straits of Malacca, the longest straits in the world..
30 minutes here
Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple
Wat Chaiyamangkalaram is a Thai Buddhist temple that contains Third world's longest indoor reclining Buddha statues, as well as several coloured statues of Dragon (nagas) and other mythical creatures. Walk around the statue for more trivias like "Weekdays" Buddha, 12 Chinese animals zodiac Buddhas, and Try your luck at the Fortune Wheeler.
30 minutes here
Seeing the Marbel made buddha status at the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, built in 1803, is the sole and oldest Burmese Buddhist temple in Penang. The temple is situated directly across Thai Temple Wat Chaiyamangkalaram. Walk around it to see what are the Burmese Buddhist nations. At the back of the temple, count the number of animal's parts that make up the magical animal called Panca Rupa. Throw a few coins for good luck at the "Wheel of Life" fountain. Take a lift up to the top of the Pagoda.
30 minutes here
Khoo Kongsi
The Khoo Kongsi is one of the largest Chinese clan-house at penang, with elaborate and highly ornamented architecture, a mark of the dominant presence of the Chinese in Penang, Hidden in an enclave, the magnificent family house became a get together for festivals. This magnificent clan-house was once a Anna and the King Flimming location.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Snake Temple
One and the only Chinese Snake Temple in the World. See live Pit Viper snakes coiled up at temple. Beware - they are poisonous! Learn how the snakes come to this temple and count the snakes in the backyard as they play hide and seek!. Choose to snap a photo with the python.
30 minutes here
Gurney Drive
If your tour ended at night. make sure to drop off here for a Dinner at the hawker center for Penang Famous Hawker Foods. Discover hundreds of different choices.
60 minutes here
Penang Batik Factory
Malaysia traditional Art Fabric. A wax dying technique. A real factory where you can see a master craftsmen transformed plain fabric into high quality hand painted or block-printed batik. Showrooms sells varieties of genuine Malaysian male and female batik of all designs, colours and sizes. A great souvenir from Malaysia to the world.
30 minutes here
Tropical Spice Garden
At the early day of British Colonization here, the British planned to convert part of the island to be an Spice Island . See trees of Pepper, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Clove; and herbs like Coriander, Pandan, Curry leaves, Citronella, Lemongrass, and other palms, poisonous plant.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Tan Jetty
Long walk way to the floating village, scenic destination featuring a traditional village of rustic houses on stilts over the water. Stroll on the plank walkway to see locals go about their daily life on the jetty, take nice pictures of harbor view, Oldest Malaysia Ferry Terminal and Penang Bridge.
30 minutes here
Entopia
More than 350 species of flora and fauna are being showcased throughout Entopia’s exhibition, it is the world largest tropical butterfly park with 15,000 butterflies in a free flying enclosure.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Batu Ferringhi Beach
Take a walk in the beach for the best sunset or sunrise experience. This coastline is filled with lots of seaside activities include parasailing, jet ski etc. Take a picture or two, and then in the evening bargain for bargain in night markets.
30 minutes here
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
house of Chinese Captain, Kapitan 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.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- TEOH SHAN TATT TIGER
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Enjoyable city tour highlights
GK, my guide, was an enthusiastic tour guide who seemed to know everyone in town. We hit Penang's highlights, express pass to funiculat was appreciated. Enjoyed seeing beverly hills of penang, temples, little india, wall art street. Only suggestion - we covered a lot of stops without lunch and no warer bottles provided . We did stop at the oldest coffee house in penang which served a few chocolate samples. Fortunately, i brought my own water bottle.
via Tripadvisor
Best ever!
We were totally wowed! Tiger helped us customize the very best day we’ve had on a shore excursion…ever! His enthusiasm and knowledge were off the charts. He made our stops at the temples personal and so informative. We went everywhere I wanted to go, and he threw in a few other places that were must-see. Georgetown came alive, Chew jetty, street food, and every important temple. Absolutely do not miss this—Tiger is the best guide you will ever have, making Penang the best place you’ve ever visited.
via Viator
Amazing Penang
An amazing day with a fantastic tour guide. Tiger is a fantastic person to spend the day with, nothing is too much trouble and he is polite, courteous and extremely knowledgeable about each and every place we visited. I would recommend this trip to everyone!
via Viator
The only way to take in the island history
Tiger was the most amazing informative guide driving me between the chosen landmarks and attractions. His in depth knowledge of history and his passion for the job that he loves leaves me in no doubt he made the right decision to change career to carry on in tourism as a licensed guide. I thoroughly recommend the tour.
via Viator
Beautiful Penang
🐯 Tiger picked us up at the cruise port and dropped us off there after we finished our tour. He communicated with me in advance of the tour, so there was never any confusion. My husband and I had a wonderful day with 🐯 Tiger in Penang. We saw the public art in George Town and learned a lot about the colonial days in Penang. We also had a wonderful time up on the Penang Hill after riding the pannicular to the top. 🐯 Tiger’s English is very easily understood and he is a true professional guide. He did a great job of explaining the different areas of Penang, life in Penang, and brought the history alive for us. I would recommend 🐯 Tiger unconditionally.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $150 to $180
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Penang.
How much does Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up cost?
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Prices start at $150 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Penang usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Penang is not rushed.
Is Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Penang, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Penang can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Penang and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Penang Full-Day Private Customizable Tour with Pick Up start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Penang within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Penang?
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On Outty we rank every Penang experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Penang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights, Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Penang?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Penang?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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