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Tropical Spice Garden

ESCAPE Penang, Teluk Bahang

Nearby destinations

Southern Thailand and Andaman Coast tours

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Phi Phi Islands tours

Surat Thani Province tours

Phang Nga Province tours

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Maya BayAttraction in Phi Phi Islands, Thailand

Hong IslandAttraction in Muang Krabi, Thailand

Pileh LagoonAttraction in Phi Phi Islands, Thailand

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Khao Phing KanAttraction in Phang Nga Province, Thailand

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Private Half Day Penang Tasty Local Street Food Tour

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
48 reviews
Activity provider:
Travelvago
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Private Half Day Penang Tasty Local Street Food Tour
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
48 reviews

Indulge your taste buds and eat like a local on this 4-hour street food tour in Penang.

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Duration 5 hours
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Driver
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
D
Dawn – Canada

KT was amazing and the tour were amazing. This was a great private city and food tour that was completely customizable to how we were feeling at the moment. KT introduced us to delicious food that without him we would not have known about. I'm still craving the chendol. Thank you KT for an amazing day we will always remember.

5
5 out of 5 stars
B
Brian – United Arab Emirates

Ronnie was amazing, suited the tour to me as I was on my own. Visited local temples and botanical gardens alongside the food and food markets. Maybe slightly overpriced for what you get as street food is reasonable and the temples are free. Saying that, if you get Ronnie he will suit the tour to you and I really enjoyed it! He was really informative and adapted his normal Route to what I had done the day before! Well worth doing!

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Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    George Town

  • George Town, Malaysia

    Visit, Sightseeing (4 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    George Town

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Taste local delicacies and specialties from different cultures
  • Discover famous home food and international dishes in 1 market
  • Watch night hawkers serve up their best Penang street food
  • Explore back lanes and go off the beaten track

Full description

This 4-hour tour will start from your hotel lobby at your chosen time slot of 9:00AM or 2:30PM. Meet and greet your English-speaking driver or guide and start your tour in a clean air-conditioned vehicle. Explore the back lanes of Penang off the beaten track, where you’ll make four or five stops to taste delightful snacks, drinks, and desserts. Along the way, listen to your foodie guide describe the street-food phenomenon in Penang.

Infused with a variety of spices, Malaysian food showcases Malay, Chinese, and Indian flavours. Try traditional fritters such as prawn, tofu or yam; bite into Penang lobak, a spiced deep-fried pork roll; slurp signature noodles; and sample delicious seafood among other savoury snacks.

When it’s time for dessert, sink your teeth into a sweet Indian pancake called an apom — deliciously crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Or, try a bite-sized kuih, a traditional sweet treat made of sticky glutinous rice. Other delectables available are heow piah (brown-sugar biscuits), coconut tarts and a variety of tropical fruits: jackfruit, assorted guava, coconut, dragon fruit, rambutan, and mangosteen. Drink it all down with a local favorite, choosing from a variety of non-alcoholic options including lime juice with sour plum, nutmeg juice, Chinese herbal tea, grass jelly, chrysanthemum, winter melon, fresh calamansi lime juice with plain or rose syrup, and more.

Includes

  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges
  • Food tasting
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking guide
  • Non-alcoholic beverages
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities (recommended)

Important information

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Dress comfortably as the weather can get hot, bring tissue paper or wipes, and a bottle of water will come in handy

From $98 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Overall rating

4.4 /5
4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 48 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Dawn – CanadaMarch 4, 2024 – Verified booking
KT was amazing and the tour were amazing. This was a great private city and food tour that was completely customizable to how we were feeling at the moment. KT introduced us to delicious food that without him we would not have known about. I'm still craving the chendol. Thank you KT for an amazing day we will always remember.
5
5 out of 5 stars
B
Brian – United Arab EmiratesApril 7, 2024 – Verified booking
Ronnie was amazing, suited the tour to me as I was on my own. Visited local temples and botanical gardens alongside the food and food markets. Maybe slightly overpriced for what you get as street food is reasonable and the temples are free. Saying that, if you get Ronnie he will suit the tour to you and I really enjoyed it! He was really informative and adapted his normal Route to what I had done the day before! Well worth doing!
5
5 out of 5 stars
R
Robert – AustraliaAugust 14, 2024 – Verified booking
Really enjoyed it Robin looked after me very well and the food excellent

Product ID: 208842

Activity provider:
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