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Private Penang City Tour with Kek Lok Si Temple

4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1
22 reviews
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Private Penang City Tour with Kek Lok Si Temple
4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1
22 reviews

Even if you have only a short time in Penang, soak up the key sights in just half a day on this action-packed door-to-door tour.

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Duration 5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Your hotel on Penang Island (pickup and drop-off can be arranged from mainland hotels for an additional fee of 100 Malaysian ringgit).

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
T
Toni – Australia

Good value for money. Shawn is a very knowledgeable guide.

5
5 out of 5 stars
L
Laurie – United States

The driver/guide made our tour so enjoyable! Kuban was very knowledgeable about the history, religion, and culture of Penang, Malaysia. Taking this private tour with Kuban was well worth the price, and much more enjoyable than touring with a big group bus tour. I highly recommend this tour, and ask for Kuban!

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Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    George Town

  • Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple

    Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

  • Kek Lok Si Temple

    Visit, Sightseeing (1 hour)

  • Penang Street Art

    Visit, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

  • Via Radicosa, 42

    Visit, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    George Town

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover the rich multicultural diversity of Penang
  • Learn Malaysian History and culture during the tour.
  • Explore George Town, Kek Lok Si Temple, and more

Full description

Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel at Georgetown on time. Meet and greet your friendly driver at the hotel lobby and proceed for your tour. Your driver will pick you up from your respective hotel then you will head out to visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, and the streets of George Town - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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. Since its founding in 1930, the “Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas” is considered one of Penang’s most beautiful architectural wonders as it is able to incorporate 3 cultures into one structure – with its Chinese octagonal base, Thai middle tier, and Burmese Crown. A 30.2m Guan Yin (Goddess of Mercy) bronze statue was erected in 2002 on the highest point of the temple. It can be reached via an Inclined lift at the middle. On the way, you will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/Tea at Coffee Tree.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • English-speaking driver
  • Temples visit fee (Kek Lok Si).
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)

Important information

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off is from Penang Island. This service can be arranged from mainland hotels for the additional cost of 100 Malaysian ringgit

From $98 per person

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4.1 /5
4.1 out of 5 stars

based on 22 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    3.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.1/5
  • Value for money
    3.8/5

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Toni – AustraliaOctober 20, 2024 – Verified booking
Good value for money. Shawn is a very knowledgeable guide.
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Laurie – United StatesFebruary 8, 2024 – Verified booking
The driver/guide made our tour so enjoyable! Kuban was very knowledgeable about the history, religion, and culture of Penang, Malaysia. Taking this private tour with Kuban was well worth the price, and much more enjoyable than touring with a big group bus tour. I highly recommend this tour, and ask for Kuban!
5
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Daniel – SingaporeMay 27, 2023 – Verified booking
it was very well done and the driver was very knowledgeable. Everyone enjoyed their time and was the perfect amount of time.

Product ID: 207354

Activity provider:
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