Enjoy a private shore excursion tour of Penang Island with a friendly personal guide from ToursByLocals. Your private guide knows the Pearl of the Orient as only "Penangites" do (as locals are called), and is eager to give you an unforgettable tour that reflects your travel interests.

Visit the must-see attractions that appeal to you, from Fort Cornwallis to the Khoo Khongsi Temple, but also discover places that your private local guide is inspired to show and tell you about, with stories that bring Penang's history and culture alive for you.

Experience the island's famous beaches. Find out why Penang is considered the culinary capital of Malaysia. Explore the fascinating cultural history of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a leisurely ride in a trishaw and relax with a traditional massage.

Book a Penang shore excursion tour offered by ToursByLocals. Ask your personal guide about customizing your private tour to include exactly what you want to see an

Penang

Georgetown "all-in" Private Half Day Tour

Let the local boy who has been roaming the streets of Georgetown guide you in this historical city. It has attracted many immigrants from all over the world for more than 200 years, hence it has a vast blend of history and cultures, this tour covers the history, cultures and the culinary of the once a British Straits Settlements. Enjoy listening to my personal funny stories growing up here, learn the real fascinating stories of the early migrants and many more.

Georgetown is a must visit city where it is the melting pot of Asia, being at the center of the spice trade it offers a vast variety of amazing mixed cultures and food, that is the reason it is also known the food capital of the world. There are so many choices to choose from and you shall be spoilt with choices.

This tour comes with a chauffeur to avoid wasting time to find a parking spot.

Dress code - casual, light and comfortable as most of the time it will be very sunny, not to revealing as we are entering places of worships.

Mystical creature guarding the Reclining Buddha

The first Anglican Church in the Far East, St Georges Church.

Tea set made from pure gold at Pinang Peranakan Mansion

A worshiper paying respect to the standing Buddha at the Burmese Temple

This shore excursion provides all-in-cost, transport, admission tickets and street food

Why people need to come to Pulau Penang or Penang?

Penang is a state that has two sectors - Penang Island and Seberang Perai - both connected by the Penang Bridge. Among these sections, Penang Island is comparatively huge and has a diverse topography which makes it appealing to tourists.

George Town, in particular, is popular for its colonial-era architecture fused to Asian charms. Tagged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city embraces modernism while keeping alive its cultural heritage. The unique street arts on the paint-peeled walls of George Town are something you won't witness anywhere else in Malaysia. George Town is the ideal spot for those who are spending only one day in Penang.

### Please contact me for multi-day tours or destinations such as Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Cameron Highlands, Langkawi etc.

8 hours tour in the Pearl of Island.

Full Day Penang Tour - 8 hours!

Private guided tour : Tantalising taste of Penang Street food (3-4 hrs).

A walking tour in the heart of Penang. . . a land of foodies heaven whereby a stomach is never enough to savour those tantalising, mouth watering local street foods.

Situated at the crossroad of 2 cultures of East & West, whereby wars have been waged in this region to take controls of the all important spices. . . . it is not surprising that the local cuisine is a delectable fusions of all these influences that makes it our own.

Come join me and let me show you how to eat like a local away from the touristy fares. . . . along alleyways, byway, little quaint coffeeshops. . . . playing with your food & eating with fingers are perfectly acceptable norms here.
At the same time, learning about our cultures & history behind some of the food you ate.

So, hope to see you here soon! Remember to bring that extra stomach & a good pair of walking shoe.

A smorgasbord of heritage cuisines & glorious street food.

A trip down the memories of George Town, how it all began, understanding of local cultures, an unique melting pot , a former trading port of various cultures, incorporated with mystical and bizarre practice , a visit to historical past of multiple cultures of Asians and Europeans influences like going back in time .

Going through the many lanes and alleys with historical stories, in particular the Streets of Harmony where all four faith of beliefs , Christianity, Taoism & Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam co-exist together.

A reveal of architecture in relation of many communities, exotic and peculiar practice and living heritage to explore.

As a tourist guide born and bred in Penang Island , I am extremely excited to promote the heritage values of Penang and the main centre of George Town in particular.

A visit to historical monuments in George Town itself will expose how the existence of this island.

Capt Francis Light ,Founder Of Penang (Prince Of Wales Island)

Cheah Kongsi Clan House - A heritage legacy of the prominent Chinese surname of "Cheah" meaning in Chinese , "thanks"

Han Jiang Ancestral Hall ( Teo Chew Association)

Protestant Cemetery, final resting place of Penang's prominent people.

Visitors visiting the Penang Jewish Cemetery, only one in South East Asia.

George Town City, Penang , the Pearl of the Orient Full Day Tour - Shore Excursion

Penang and Georgetown City Excursion

In 2008, George Town was awarded the UNESCO World Heritage Site listing. This maritime-trading city was developed during the colonial era and are older than most cities in Malaysia. As a result, it has retained a unique cityscape and multicultural heritage.

George Town represents exceptional examples of multi-cultural trading towns in East and Southeast Asia. It is a living testimony to the multi-cultural heritage and tradition of Asia, and European colonial influences. A mixture of unique architecture, culture and townscape was also created without parallel anywhere in East and South Asia.

Pricing included:
> 7-hour (FULL-DAY) tour guide service + Licensed tour van for 5~12 travelers.

* DIFFERENT VEHICLE OPTION: A luxury MPV (Hyundai Starex) for 6 VIPs is also available for an additional fee.

In case I am no longer available for booking on your date of arrival, please consider my team-mate "Lawrence L. " who is also registered under ToursByLocals.

Full-day culture, history and food tour in George Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Penang Tour by Van, Full Day Tour

Penang Island ,City and Herritage day Tour by car Shore Excursion

If you intend to skip the long lines and travel in congested busses or groups, you can enjoy a city and Heritage tour of Penang in a luxury air conditioned car. This tour will cover most of the heritage and city sight seeings in Penang.
There will be very minimal walking involved, mostly drived to the stops
This tour is suitable for 1-day travelers or you have a couple of hours but dont want to miss Penang and loves to explore the diversity of culture and experience local scenarios.
We will visit the local street art photo stops, walk down the herritage lane in Armenian Street.

Discover everything about Penang in a Day in a new Honda SUV

In 2008, George Town was awarded the UNESCO World Heritage Site listing. This maritime-trading city was developed during the colonial era and is older than most cities in Malaysia. As a result, it has retained a unique cityscape and multicultural heritage.

George Town represents an exceptional example of a multicultural trading town in East and Southeast Asia. It is a living testimony to the multi-cultural heritage and tradition of Asia and European colonial influences. A mixture of unique architecture, culture and townscape was also created without parallel anywhere in East and South Asia.

# Highly recommended for cruise passengers (Princess, Oceania etc).

# Kindly contact me for multi-day tours or destinations such as Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Cameron Highlands, Langkawi etc.

&gt; 7-hour (FULL-DAY) tour guide service + Year 2024 SUV (Chery Tiggo 8 PRO) for up to 6 visitors.

Full-day culture and history tour by SUV in George Town (Penang), UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Penang Tour, full-day by SUV

Penang Hill with a height of 833 meters above sea level is a hill resort located in the central area of ​​Penang Island approximately 9 km from Georgetown City.   It is a hilly area with tropical rain forest that used to be a resting place for British officers during its reign.

Now, this hill has become a focal point for visitors who want to see the history, flora & fauna as well as the funicular train that is only available in Malaysia.
Among the tropical forest above this hill there are several historical buildings and some of them are still operating until now such as 'Bel Retiro' Bungalow & Bellevue Hotel. Therefore, tourists will be taken to explore historical places through refreshing natural areas while the tour guide sharing the history and plants around the tour route.

I can customise the tour according to your request.

In order to get onto the Penang Hill, the guest needs to pay for the furnicular train ticket for 2 ways. 

Witnessing the legacy of the past

Penang Hill Nature & Heritage Tour

Private Half-Day Heritage Georgetown Tour

Good day to all !

In this tour, I will share with you stories of old Penang, - the oldest Fort in Malaysia, the majestic Queen Victoria Clock Tower, the beautiful oldest Town and City Halls in the country. . . . . . . . .

and the Russian Naval Captain (during WW1) who was court martialed because
his boat was sank by the German warship ( in Penang waters) while he was flirting with his mistress at the E & O hotel !
This historic event is documented but not many are aware !

The 'Street of Harmony is another interesting location to be shared.

Wouldn't you be amazed at the vast mix of cultures, past and present; the 4 different religions and their places of worship along the same street and different races living harmoniously for more than 100years?

Next - The impressive Baba Nyonya Mansion is where I will enlighten you about their origin, unique customs, food, antiques and rich culture.

The final activity is - a chance to enjoy Free Local Coffee/Tea and Chocolates at
Penang's Famous Local Products Shop.

A remarkable example of multi-cultural, living heritage and tradition - Shore Excursion

Placeholder for a tour based on customer's disposal for 6 hours.
1. Not sure where to go? Just leave it to me to pick and choose highlights from interest ranging from foods to culture to heritage to adventure to beach and sun.
2. Attractions with free entrance? No problem, we have plenty - temples, jetties, shopping mall, market and George Town's famous street art murals.
3. Have young ones in tow? No worry as this tour has the young one in mind. Start the tour with something silly, in fact laugh yourself silly in photography session in Upside Museum. You will be guided on how to pose in strategic position which later your flip the picture upside down for the best silly moment. Then we tour Wonderfood Museum for replicas of all the mouth watering street foods found in Penang follow by a hop to Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate evolution in Malaysia and have a small chocolate or ice-cream treat.
4. Last but not least, we go street art murals hunting for George Town famous murals by Ernest Zacharevic.

The Komtar Top's Rainbow Walk - not for the faint hearted!

Curry mee - fusion food of east meet south

Cannon Ball tree flower at Penang Botanical Garden

The ever popular "Children on Bicycle" street art mural at Armenian Street

Penang Relaxation - Go where your heart want to go .... within 6 hours! - Shore Excursion or from Hotel or Airport

Penang Free and Easy 6 Hours Tour

Half Day Penang Hill & Temple Private Tour. Shore Excursion

I will take you to the Penang Hill by funicular train to go up to the Hill, it's 830 meters above the sea level. It takes about 15 minutes to ride from the lower station to the upper station. Upon arrival, you can catch a bird eye view of Penang Island. This railway was first opened in 1923 as a two - sections railway, and the system was overhauled in 2010.

Next, visit Kek Lok Si Temple, you will see the 36. 5 meters high bronze statue of Kuan Yin (Guanyin), the Goddess of Mercy. After spending some time here, you can visit the Pagoda, officially known as Bon Po Thar. Be amazed by the Kek Lok Si Pagoda as how it was built. The base of Pagoda was built in a Chinese Style, the center part is Thai & the top part is Burmese style. Take some beautiful photos, enjoy the peaceful & calm atmosphere with cool breeze before head down back to the cruise port.

Come & discover with me the Jewels of Penang in a half day tour

Penang National Park Nature Tour - Full Day Trip

Showcase of natural heritage of Penang where an unique seasonal meromictic lake is located.

There are at least 5 natural habitats co-existing in the small area of land and sea.

Its two pristine beaches are sea turtles' nesting site.

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