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Private tour in Penang Lawrence L
Thrilling Penang Tour (Half-Day by SUV)
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⭐️ 259 tours conducted ⭐️ 190 reviews with an average of 4.95/5.00 I offer one-day and multiple-day TOUR-GUIDING SERVICE in Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Cameron Highlands, Ipoh, and Langkawi. The minimum booking is 4 hours. For a more complete experience, 7 hours is recommended in Penang and 8 hours in Kuala Lumpur. I can also arrange a licensed tour vehicle for you if required. Travelling with a private vehicle makes exploring these cities more convenient and enjoyable, especially when time is limited. Many popular attractions, such as Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple, Batu Caves, and Putrajaya, are outside the city centres. I cater to a wide range of visitors, including cruise ship passengers from Norwegian, Silversea, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Millennium, Azamara, Oceania, Seabourn, Holland America, Princess, Cunard, and free independent travellers arriving by flights. ONE-DAY TOUR-GUIDING SERVICE ========================== 1) George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site 2) Orang Utan Island (near Penang) 3) Firefly-Watching Cruise (Penang) 4) Kuala Lumpur + Putrajaya 5) Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary* 6) Kuala Selangor Firefly-Watching Cruise and Silver Leaf Monkeys* * 1 hour's drive from Kuala Lumpur MULTI-DAY CROSS-CITY TOUR-GUIDING SERVICE ========================== • Penang, Ipoh, Cameron Highlands, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Selangor and Malacca. • Kindly contact me for other destinations. # All tours above include tour-guiding + transportation if required. ADVANTAGES OF A PRIVATE TOUR: ========================== Privacy • Value for Money • Flexibility • Time-Saving • Suitable for the Elderly and Those in Wheelchairs VEHICLE: ========================== SUV = Up to 6 visitors for short distances, 4 visitors for long distances. Tour Van = 10 visitors with hand-carry-sized luggage, 14 visitors without luggage. Seats #13 and #14 are side-folded and less comfortable, suitable only for short-distance traveling. Tour Bus = 44 visitors with luggage. NATURE TOURS: ========================== I am licensed to guide at: • Bukit Merah Orang Utan Island • Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary • Langkawi mangrove cruise • Night firefly-watching cruise • Cameron Highlands I DO NOT guide in any NATIONAL PARK, nor conduct trekking tours. OTHERS: ========================== • COVID-19 fully vaccinated 3X. • LICENSED tour guide under the Ministry of Tourism (MoTAC). • 23 years of guiding experience in Peninsular Malaysia. • Free WiFi via Hotspot for up to 4 devices. PREVIOUS JOBS: ========================== • Project engineer (sewage treatment works) for 4 years in Singapore • Area engineer for 6 years in Malaysia for a Fortune-500 industrial chemical company in the USA • Freelance web application designer PHOTOGRAPHY: ========================== • An amateur photographer for the past 30 years
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Thrilling half-day heritage, culture and nature tour by a brand-new SUV in George Town (Penang), UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overview of your Penang tour
Penang is a vibrant state located on the northwest coast of Malaysia, known for its rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and exceptional cuisine. The capital, George Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its colonial architecture, lively streets, and multicultural atmosphere. In addition to its historical charm, Penang boasts beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, and bustling markets. The island’s diverse cultural influences - Malay, Chinese, Indian, and European—create a unique fusion that makes Penang a captivating destination for travellers eager to experience Malaysia’s rich traditions and natural beauty. Book your tour now and create unforgettable memories! # Recommended for cruise passengers: Oceania/Royal Caribbean/Princess Cruises/Celebrity Cruise, etc. # Kindly contact me for multi-day tours or destinations such as Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Cameron Highlands, Langkawi etc.
Your Penang tour itinerary
Here’s the proposed itinerary for a 4.5-hour tour-guiding service: - Trishaw or an Oriental tricycle ride (US$13) passing through the UNESCO World Heritage Site. - Khoo Kongsi (US$5) - Malaysia's most beautiful Chinese clan house. - Penang Hill by funicular train (Fast Lane: US$21). A buggy ride (US$4) around the oldest Tropical Rainforest in the world. - Pinang Peranakan Mansion (US$8) - An old Chinese + Scottish mansion once owned by a Chinese tycoon. - Visit Art Street of old houses and the famous "Children on Bicycle" mural. ALTERNATIVES: - Kek Lok Si Temple - One of the largest temples in SE Asia with a tortoise liberation pond - Chew Jetty, a waterfront society with Chinese houses built on stilts - The Habitat's tree-top walk (US$15) - Thai Reclining Buddha Temple + Burmese Temple - Nyonya cakes and food tasting at own expense. - The Entopia - Butterfly, Insect & Reptile Farm (US$19) - CRAFT "Batik" factory - learn how Batik is created - "Paint Your Batik" workshop (US$10)
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
• Year-2024 brand-new SUV • Chery Tiggo 8 PRO • Max capacity 1 front passenger + 3 rear passengers on the second row + 2 teenage/skinny passengers • Maximum 6 visitors • Large sunroof • Equipped with 9 safety airbags to ensure enhanced protection • Luxurious full leather seats
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Penang, Penang, Malaysia
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