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Penang: Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill Guided Tour

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Penang: Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill Guided Tour
4.8  / 59 reviews
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Discover the grandeur of Kek Lok Si Temple and take a funicular ride up Penang Hill on this half-day tour. Marvel at the 7-Tier Pagoda and enjoy panoramic views of Georgetown.

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Complimentary pickup and drop-off services are available for hotels within the George Town area. To ensure a smooth booking process, please provide your hotel name and address when making your reservation.
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

M
Milene – United States

Josh was absolutely amazing. He took the time to show me the temple in much details, explaining the meaning of everything. Going to Penang Hill was the icing in the cake. This tour makes you fall in love with Penang even more. Definitely recommend it!!!

M
Milene – United States
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Jesse – United States

Our tour guide Eng was absolutely stellar. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable, funny! He was also very happy to answer all of the questions I kept throwing at him throughout the tour. Both the temple and Penang Hill were interesting and worth visiting for different reasons. The Buddhist temple was grand and inspiring. And Penang Hill was lush with greenery and trees and monkeys. It was also several degrees cooler than down in Georgetown, so that was nice. Great tour!

J
Jesse – United States

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pickup location:

    George Town

  • Transfer

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Kek Lok Si Temple

    Guided tour (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Penang Hill

    Guided tour (1.5 hours)

  • Transfer

    (30 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    George Town

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take in the panoramic views of Georgetown from the top of Penang Hill
  • Explore the grandeur of Kek Lok Si Temple, one of Southeast Asia's largest
  • Marvel at the 7-Tier Pagoda, home to 10,000 Buddhas, and the Bronze Statue
  • Enjoy a funicular ride up Penang Hill, reaching an impressive 833 meters
  • Immerse yourself in the lush flora and fauna of the scenic Penang Hill

Full description

Explore Penang on a half-day tour. See the Kek Lok Si Temple, one of Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temples, and take a funicular ride up Penang Hill to enjoy panoramic views of Georgetown. Start your tour with a convenient hotel pick-up. Head to the Kek Lok Si Temple, one of Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temples. Marvel at the stunning 7-Tier Pagoda, home to 10,000 Buddhas, which showcases a blend of Thai, Burmese, and Chinese architectural styles. At the heart of the temple stands a magnificent Bronze Statue of the Goddess of Mercy, offering a serene view over the temple grounds. Next, embark on an exhilarating funicular ride up Penang Hill, reaching an impressive elevation of 833 meters above sea level. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Georgetown and immerse yourself in the lush flora and fauna of this scenic location.

Includes

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (city hotel around George Town)
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Penang Hill Tram ticket
  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Water
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • Please kindly provide your hotel name and address for us to arrange the pickup service for you.

Customer reviews

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4.8 /5

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Milene – United StatesNovember 9, 2024  – Verified booking
Josh was absolutely amazing. He took the time to show me the temple in much details, explaining the meaning of everything. Going to Penang Hill was the icing in the cake. This tour makes you fall in love with Penang even more. Definitely recommend it!!!
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Jesse – United StatesNovember 12, 2024  – Verified booking
Our tour guide Eng was absolutely stellar. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable, funny! He was also very happy to answer all of the questions I kept throwing at him throughout the tour. Both the temple and Penang Hill were interesting and worth visiting for different reasons. The Buddhist temple was grand and inspiring. And Penang Hill was lush with greenery and trees and monkeys. It was also several degrees cooler than down in Georgetown, so that was nice. Great tour!
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Elizabeth – United KingdomNovember 24, 2024  – Verified booking
Ronnie was excellent! I loved Penang Hill in particular - the Habitat is incredible. The temple is also very impressive but for me Penang Hill was the highlight
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Product ID: 811046

Activity provider:Discova Southeast Asia

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